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Home birth death reveals non-medical birth dangers

Good morning, Melbourne. Tuesday's here with heavy drizzle and 13 degrees, but an important story needs your attention.

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  1. How a Melbourne womans death is shining light on the dangers of non-medical births - podcast

    Melbourne wellness influencer Stacey Warnecke died in hospital after choosing to give birth at home with no medical help in September 2025. Her death is now shining a light on the dangers of non-medical births.

    theguardian.com

  2. Allan government needs to spend time in paddock

    Readers are demanding a royal commission into the Allan government's Big Build mess, saying the government needs to spend time understanding the issues affecting Victoria.

    theage.com.au

  3. ‘That was a mistake’: Demons settle privacy lawsuit with May’s partner

    The Demons have settled a privacy lawsuit, with coach Steven King confirming the settlement on Monday night, while AFLW champion Chelsea Randall has been forced to retire.

    theage.com.au

  4. Bayside cyclists pumped at council’s U-turn on bike courses

    Bayside cyclists are celebrating after council reversed its stance on bike courses, with new purpose-built facilities now planned following significant council investment.

    theage.com.au

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