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From the Archives, 1930: Treasurer resigns over the Mungana affair
Treasurer E.G. Theodore resigned over allegations that he had been unlawfully involved with the issuing of Queensland mining leases.
- by Staff reporter
Coronavirus pandemic
'All support necessary': Frydenberg promises economic help to Victoria
Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has promised Victoria all the support it needs to get through another severe lockdown.
- by Rob Harris
Exclusive
Coronavirus pandemic
Healthcare workers may have been infected in staff training session
Two nurses who attended the group training sessions at the Royal Melbourne Hospital have tested positive to COVID-19.
- by Dana McCauley
The latest illustrations from artist Simon Letch
Gallery of illustrations by Sydney Morning Herald artist, Simon Letch.
Coronavirus pandemic
'Don't wait to be audited': Tax Office warning for those dipping early into super
A surge in early withdrawals of super has prompted concern people are breaching eligibility rules. The ATO says rule breakers can be penalised.
- by Shane Wright
Pay
Builders hit out at 'outrageous' construction union pay push
The CFMMEU wants 5 per cent annual pay rises for construction workers in NSW, but the Victorian branch agreed to 3 per cent.
- by Nick Bonyhady
Childcare
Victorian childcare centres to get fee help after lockdown decision
As the rest of the country shifts back to the old childcare funding model, Victorian centres will get extra help to survive another severe lockdown.
- by Fergus Hunter
Exclusive
Alcohol
'Proven ineffective': Doctors urge stronger alcohol pregnancy warning labels
Doctors are calling on governments to resist alcohol industry pressure and adopt pregnancy warning labels they previously sent back for revision.
- by Dana McCauley
Editorial
Coronavirus pandemic
A terrible day for Victoria but decisive action had to be taken
The new and necessary lockdowns in Victoria are a stark reminder that coming to terms with this pandemic will take patience, co-operation and good leadership.
- The Herald's View