In particular, haystack fires and bush fires. Is there a record of burn offs preformed in the lead up to this fire season and can it be compared to previous seasons?

Also, I've only seen one video posted on FB explaing how to prevent haystack fires? Where's the educational ads/news reports/community service announcements?

i made my vicroads and mylearners account about a year ago when i first got my learners permit, but it is only now that i’m actually starting to learn how to drive. however, i’m a bit of an idiot and since making the accounts, they have signed me out for inactivity and i do not have access to the phone number or authenticator app that were used for the account as i got a new phone and completely forgot to change it. i have the sign in details, just cannot get past two-factor authentication.

i tried to call but the line is closed. i work full time and the only day that i have access during their opening hours is monday. i don’t want to put it off for another week. do i have to call vicroads to get into my accounts? do i have to call respective numbers for vicroads and mylearners seperately? or is it safe to just make a new account for both and input my existing learner’s details?

I use my learners permit as ID, but the problem is I got it done over 2 years ago and now I look like a completely different person than I did on the photo, I also need to update it with my current signature. Do I need to book this with vicroads? I can't find an option on their website for this specific situation. Do I just walk in and ask for a new photo and signature?

I've been licensed to drive for 30+ years.

I've recently come off my second licence suspension for driving on cannabis. In both cases it was medicinal cannabis (yes, you can get medicinal cannabis with THC). It is for crippling anxiety, I've been on it for about 2-3 years. And I knew it was illegal to drive while it was in my system, but in both cases I felt totally normal and fine to drive. Anyway I am not whinging about that.

After getting my licence back recently, and driving totally sober, I feel like if I stick to the speed limits, everyone around me gets the shits. In the last two days, on a few long stretches of road, I've stuck to the speed limit spot on for maybe 15-20km's. When a passing opportunity comes up, both times, I got the f__k abused out of me as they passed.

In past days I would have chased them down and made them pay a heavy price for their abuse, being young stupid and angry, but the older more mature me, ignored it and drove on.

Then it happens again today. Am I imagining it, or do people get angry cooked when someone sticks to the speed limits?

Wouldn’t it be one hot day and a wind direction change away from another out of control fire affecting campgrounds with poor telephone signal coverage?

Hiii, first of all I don't want to brag, just want to get honest perspective and see other options.

From the country that I'm originally from I think I'm in an amazing position, pretty established because of 7+ years of experience in marketing, also had a small influencer moment, worked with biggest brands and influencers in Poland and Europe on a regular basis, also worked 2 years in UAE Dubai. Even tho I have some ongoing projects lined up, I'm pretty tired of the self-employed path and want to get a full time job in Melbourne. Regarding my 2 mil population city and 40 mil ppl country I consider myself an amazing candidate for employers.

I know that I'm NOT in the in-demand job list, so even tho I understand getting a job with my qualifications might be (relatively) easy, but the only thing that can be a bottleneck is it still the sponsorship that's mostly dedicated for people that are looking to work in Australia in the in-demand job. I speak English on a native level.

Having everything in mind, realistically how hard and is it still possible to get a sponsored visa?

PS: I also have some outstanding achievements (nearly nominated to Forbes 25under25 etc.), but they don't qualify for the Innovation Program. I'm just purely focused on the sponsorship by the employer.
Thank u all xx

A group of friends and I will be camping at Lake Sambell over the long weekend and would love some recommendations for things to do. So far we have the Gaol, Asylum, Bilsons and Woolshed falls, but is there any other drives or sights you would recommend seeing?

I hv briefly worked in business assurance( legislation& finesvic) &want to advance my career in compliance and business assurance. What certifications might help me ? please guide. I am in Melbourne. I have seen some people do Certificate IV in government investigations. Is that worth it ?

Tourists and Towns*

Given that my family and I have been coming to Bright for over 30 years and have a permanent caravan at one of the caravan parks, while also living nearby in Wangaratta, is it common for locals in these towns to feel as though tourists, like us, are not welcome?

A woman lost her shit today after not letting us cross the road on our bikes. She continued to yell "Fuck off tourists, go back to Melbourne"

I know the place has boomed over the past decade, but is this how locals need to behave. Curious what others think.

Looking for ideas for holidaying with my family. We are 2A2C & love in the Western suburbs. We usually go to the GC for a week in November. Looking for ideas on where to stay in Vic over the Summer or Easter holiday period that doesn't have a 7 night min?.TIA

i'm just trying to figure out all my possibilities before enrolling anywhere

Just noticed that out of all 8 Police Departments in the country Victoria seems to have a reputation as having the most strict one?

I see posts on Quora/YouTube about how Victoria Police seem to try to fine people for not having enough water in the wiper fluid, people filming police stations, driving 1km over the limit.......

Why aren't these type of complaints directed towards NSW/Qld/WA.....

Why would other Police Forces be seen as more lenient?

Why is that?

Brand new to Aus renting. Just received a copy of my ledger. It shows that I paid 2-3 days after the date that the rent was charged. Does this mean that I have unknowingly been in arrears?! I have always initiated payment on the due date but looks like it didn't reach the landlord for 2-3 days after

I've found averages for weather but I'm more curious if it's four season in one day type of weather? Is there a strong sense of community?

Currently working at the front desk in a hotel in Melbourne CBD. What's the best union for someone like me?

Google says it's "UWU" but frankly, I dont know anything about them.

I'm aware there are employers unions and employee unions, and I'm also aware that some unions are far better than others.

Anyone have and advice?

I am a red P plater and I knew that there is a camera at the intersection of Olympic Boulevard so i was going 5 under the speed limit and i should've stopped when i saw the lights turn yellow but i still crossed the lights when they were yellow (at the very last second of it being yellow) and when the lights turned red, i was in the middle of the intersection (as i was already going 5 under the limit) and i saw a flash, I also have a clean record with no offences in the past, if anyone has been in a similar situation or knows if it would be possible to avoid the fine and the demerit points then that would be great appreciated.
thanks

Need ideas of fun things to do for teenagers visiting.

Into anything basically, but nothing illegal!!!

Looking to get a Talaria x3 and I live in victoria. How much do cops actually care if you ride them? I wanna get it but I also don’t want the cops to be on my back everywhere i go. I know the laws and the fines for getting caught but how much do the cops actually care? What’s your experience with having e- looking motorcycles and cops? Thanks!

I can’t find a suitable subreddit to post this in so this is my best shot.

I’ve searched everywhere but i cannot find an answer to if you can drive a camper van on your L’s. I’m going on a road trip with my family so it would be a good time to get the hours in.

The van is bellow 4.5t gvm and seats less than 12 people so you don’t need a special vehicle license to drive it.

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Me and some friends are wanting to go camping over new years. We’re having some trouble finding out how/where to stay. Going though the parks vic website, I’m more confused haha. Anyone know any nice places we can go?