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PM, Jewish leaders condemn apparent firebombing of Hanukkah car

Authorities were called to a St Kilda East residence about 3am, where a car with a sign celebrating the Jewish holiday had been set alight.
A vehicle with a Happy Chanukah! sign that has sustained fire damage.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Police

White Christmas in Tasmania as heat climbs in other states

Snow has arrived in the island state on Christmas morning, but hotter conditions are expected around the country, including a scorcher in the west.
santa sleigh sign in snow

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Weatherby Gian De Poloni, Scout Wallen, Rebecca Trigger and Kelsey Reid

Long public transport trips are now a go-to for holiday homecomings

Budget-conscious travellers are turning to long-haul trips on public transport to get home for Christmas, but overcrowding and delays in the regions can cause headaches.
A girl with brown hair and a brown hoodie sits at the window seat of a the vline train and looks at the camera

Published: Source: ABC Goulburn MurrayTopic: Public Transportby Ethan Seiderman and Philippe Perez

Victorian government consults with administrators of collapsed security firm

The Victorian government has confirmed it is consulting with the administrators of a collapsed Melbourne-based security firm as 1,700 jobs hang in the balance. 
Security guards patrolling Fed Square

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Businesses

Councillors given 'panic buttons' after threats from public

Duress alarms, often used by healthcare workers in high-risk settings, are being handed out by a regional Victorian council to boost elected representatives' safety.    
A clip-on device with green and red buttons

Published: Source: ABC Central VictoriaTopic: Crimeby Emile Pavlich

Stokes defends teammates as Archer's Ashes ends

England's disastrous Ashes tour has received another blow with Jofra Archer ruled out of the remaining two Tests while skipper Ben Stokes has dug in to defend his beleaguered team.
Joffrs Archer during England's tour match at Lilac Hill.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Cricket

Man charged over alleged assault of tourist on Melbourne pier

Police are searching for at least seven more people allegedly involved in an assault last Thursday, which left a Norwegian tourist with a broken arm and facial injuries.
A composite image showing three young men and one young woman that police wish to speak with.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Police

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WNBA and WNBL forward Alissa Pili wants to inspire younger generation to see women as powerful and bold

Alissa Pili shares her basketball journey, from her early sporting days growing up in Alaska to her college career at USC and Utah, where her star continued to rise.
A young lady smiles with her face tilted slightly to the side. she's wearing a white shirt under a purple basketball singlet.

Source: ABC Pacific

Anti-immigration protest and counter-rally in Melbourne CBD

An anti-immigration protest in Melbourne's CBD was met by a counter-rally, prompting a significant police presence.
Protesters wave Australian flags near flinders street station.
Duration: 29 seconds

Source: ABC News

Crowds grow at Melbourne Airport after Jetstar flights are grounded

Travellers at Melbourne Airport are facing disruptions after several Jetstar flights were grounded for urgent repairs on A320 aircraft.
Crowds grow at Melbourne Airport after Jetstar flights are grounded
Duration: 29 seconds

Source: ABC News

Melbourne protesters throw fruit, rocks, glass at police

Victoria Police have released a video as they search for protesters who threw objects at officers during a demonstration in Melbourne. 
Melbourne protesters throw fruit, rock, glass at police
Duration: 22 seconds

Source: ABC News

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