Latest News, Events & Local Stories

Pride Centre’s $6.3M loan forgiven
A $6.3M loan forgiven—and a rooftop upgrade on the way. TWiSK examines the Victorian Pride Centre’s debt relief, revealed in the pre-election fiscal update just days before caretaker begins. Read the full story.

Government’s last-day report dump: Grand Prix among 192
Signed off on 25 August. Released only on 30 October. The Australian Grand Prix Corporation (AGPC) annual report for 2025–26 finally reached the public alongside 191 other reports in a ‘dump day’ release. Curiously slow for a project obsessed with speed.

Liberals pledge $10 million for Chapel Street
Jess Wilson has pledged a $10 million Chapel Street Rescue Package, focusing on safety and bringing more activity to the shopping precinct. The announcement also suggests a determination among the Liberals to back a relative newcomer to their team.

Hope is opening doors
Campaigning for Albert Park, Greens candidate Sonya Semmens is finding voters more open to alternatives as she takes her message of hope and community-building from door to door.

King says facts matter
TWiSK went into this interview expecting a slew of cutbacks, corruption claims and challenging accusations from candidate King. What emerged was a focus on facts, community benefit and a conviction that he knows a better way to govern.

TWiSK Prahran candidate forum
Meet the candidates running for election in the state district of Prahran at this free and fair event organised by TWiSK: This Week in St Kilda.

TWiSK Albert Park Election Forum
Meet the candidates running for election in the state district of Albert Park at this free and fair event organised by TWiSK: This Week in St Kilda.

Voters Guide 2026
TWiSK presents an independent guide for local voters in the 28 November State election.
