Victoria's new bills give anti-corruption watchdogs tougher teeth

Victoria is making laws. Integrity bodies get stronger powers. They can demand documents and statements during corruption investigations.

Why it mattersStronger powers mean investigators can work faster and harder against corruption in projects that cost taxpayers billions.

AustraliaVictoria's building corruption investigations will have real teeth, potentially holding contractors and officials to account faster.

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Man charged after three family members injured in axe attack

Peter O'Ryan, 48, has been charged after his parents and brother were attacked with an axe.

Why it mattersA serious family violence assault has resulted in charges being laid and three people hospitalised.

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Victoria and Queensland police raid CFMEU in corruption probe

Police executed warrants across two states targeting CFMEU officials. These officials are suspected of accepting corrupt benefits from a labour hire company.

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Victoria's new bills give anti-corruption watchdogs tougher teeth

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Man charged after three family members injured in axe attack

Victoria and Queensland police raid CFMEU in corruption probe

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