Pesutto’s leadership under threat as rebel MPs make their move

Email In the latest escalation of the Liberal Party’s bitter internal war, MPs will hold a special party room meeting on Moira Deeming’s future that could end with John Pesutto’s leadership being challenged.

View in browser 17th December 2024

AM Edition Pesutto’s leadership under threat as rebel MPs make their move In the latest escalation of the Liberal Party’s bitter internal war, MPs will hold a special party room meeting on Moira Deeming’s future that could end with John Pesutto’s leaders... READ MORE   Assad breaks silence for first time since being ousted by rebels Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has released a statement clarifying that fleeing Syria was not planned and exactly what Russia’s role was. Follow updates. READ MORE   Three dead at US Christian school shooting, including ‘child’ suspect A mass shooting at a Christian school in the United States has left at least three dead, including the suspect, and another six injured. READ MORE   First pictures: Fiji drink-spiking victims arrive back in Sydney A mother and her 19-year-old daughter arrived home in Sydney after surviving a terrifying cocktail poisoning ordeal in Fiji. Australian authorities have now taken over the investig... READ MORE   Victorian students’ International Baccalaureate results released The wait is finally over for more than 800 Victorian students who completed the specialised diploma program this year. See all the results. READ MORE   Pallas in wonderland: Outgoing Treasurer’s big claim on economic record Tim Pallas says Victoria’s economy is “improving and sound” despite leaving behind a debt hurtling towards $188bn and the highest taxes in the nation. READ MORE   How Tigers’ heist handed them draft’s biggest steal Paige Scott’s future was in the air when they delisted themselves from Essendon after a botched trade request. Every club passed them by, until Richmond pounced on the former No.8 ... READ MORE   ‘I made it clear’: Judge’s spray over Lisa delay A judge has lashed out at lawyers for journalist Lisa Wilkinson amid an ongoing dispute over an $1.8m legal bill following Bruce Lehrmann's failed defamation lawsuit. READ MORE   Australia’s secret weapon as rain threatens Gabba Test Two days of shocking Brisbane weather is looming, but Australia remain confident they can take a 2-1 lead to Melbourne. And they have a surprise candidate to steer them to victory ... READ MORE   ‘Pay you with my d**k’: Rival’s X-rated response to Kaz Hamad threat A member of the Haddara family claims he had a heated exchange with crime kingpin Kazem Hamad weeks before his Glenroy smoke shop went up in flames, a court has been told. READ MORE   AFLW Draft recap: See every pick, analysis on historic night It was the first truly national AFLW Draft and it did not disappoint. Check out every pick and get all the analysis from our experts here. READ MORE   The biggest winners from AFLW’s equalisation switch The AFLW’s biggest equalisation measure was in action for the first time on Monday night, and Eliza Reilly writes the national draft was a resounding win for non-Victorian clubs. READ MORE   Melbourne suburbs top 40C as thousands left without power Power outages have affected thousands of people in Melbourne’s outer east and other Victorian towns on a scorching hot day as fire authorities extended the total fire ban for parts... READ MORE   Horror moment car slams into parked SUV with toddler in back seat Shock footage shows a mum putting her three-year-old daughter in the back seat in Werribee before an out of control car slams into their SUV. READ MORE   What day of the week is New Year’s Eve this year? The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself. READ MORE   Former Blues player’s stunning wedding in regional Victoria Carlton players gathered in celebration of popular former player Caleb Marchbank who married his partner Celeste Carey. READ MORE   10-year-old boy dies after being found in car boot A 10-year-old boy has died after becoming trapped in a car boot on a quiet residential street in Mooroopna. READ MORE   Aussie quicks run riot in stunning onslaught before rain saves India The problematic Brisbane weather is wreaking havoc on the Gabba Test - but it didn’t stop Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc doing some damage of their own on a shellshocked India. READ MORE   Footy great chases down shoplifter at Northland Saverio Rocca said he acted instinctively when he chased down a shoplifter who fled a store with clothes at Northland Shopping Centre. READ MORE   2000+ homes: The ultimate guide to Victoria’s Christmas lights It’s that time of year, when homes sparkle with Christmas cheer. Wondering where to look at the lights in your area? We have you covered with our statewide map. READ MORE   Today's Paper   Read the edition ➔ Newsletters Today's Paper +Rewards Want to change how you receive these emails? Manage your newsletter preferences or unsubscribe from this newsletter. Sent by the Herald Sun, PO Box 14999, Melbourne VIC 8001, Australia.