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Kaitlyn Smith is a journalist at the Herald Sun, covering lifestyle, entertainment and general news. She regularly appears on TV and radio programs as a guest commentator.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 11: Mitch Robinson of the Lions reacts to the umpire during the 2022 AFL Round 13 match between the Brisbane Lions and the St Kilda Saints at The Gabba on June 11, 2022 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL star’s Vegas run-in with violent rapper

An AFL club dripping in controversy may be in hot water again as images emerge of a former star posing with a man accused of attempted murder.

Victoria

Gerry Ryan's Mitchelton First Nations art gallery has suffered a $1.5 million blow. Picture: supplied,

$1.5m in First Nations art lost to Vic floods

Jayco Caravans boss Gerry Ryan has revealed just how much damage his Mitchelton art gallery sustained in last month’s flood emergency.

Victoria

Scott Chapman 0413 951 963. Scott has lost everything in his home, now faces the big task of clean up. Scott was also volunteering at the food bank. Rochester begins the clean up and recovery after the floods. Picture: Jason Edwards

Heartless thieves raid homes of Victorian flood victims

Flood victims in one of the state’s worst-hit areas have been dealt another blow as they attempt to rebuild their lives one month after the devastation.

Victoria

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos MAY 25, 2021: People brave the wet and windy weather in Melbourne on Tuesday afternoon with a severe weather warning in place for damaging wind across parts of the state, including gusts of up to 100km/h.Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Geraghty

Thunderstorm asthma, heavy winds threat for Vic

Victoria is on high alert for thunderstorm asthma, with Melbourne bracing for an afternoon of wild weather.

Victoria

Who does the best hot chips on the Fraser Coast?

Fast food favourite staring down shortage

Extreme wet weather has potentially snagged a new victim, with a fast food favourite on the verge of a potential shortage.

Victoria

05/11/2022 Hundreds of residents gather at the Champion Rd rail crossing in Newport on Saturday to protest the State Government's planned closing of the crossing. These young people make their thoughts known on the planned closure of the Champion Rd rail crossing in Newport.

Angry residents vow to fight level crossing closure

The Andrew government’s plan to close a main link joining two suburbs has outraged residents, with some claiming it will endanger more lives.

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SPIELBERG, AUSTRIA - JUNE 24: Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and McLaren F1 talks to the media in the Paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Styria at Red Bull Ring on June 24, 2021 in Spielberg, Austria. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)

Ricciardo reveals next big move

The eight-time Grand Prix champion has quietly revealed what’s next for his future after his contract with McLaren was torn up.

Victoria

Close-up thermometer. Mother measuring temperature of her ill kid. Sick child with high fever laying in bed and mother holding thermometer. Hand on forehead.

Hospital staff warned as antibiotic shortage grips Victoria

Fears are growing as the state’s healthcare system faces yet another crisis, one which could impact some of our most vulnerable patients.

Victoria

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: The Australian players cheer as Amy Parmenter of Australia is presented the player of the match award during game two of the International Test series between the Australia Diamonds and the England Roses at Qudos Bank Arena on October 30, 2022 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images for Netball Australia)

‘Giving away our money’: Dan’s $15m funding backlash

Victorian taxpayers have weighed in on Premier Daniel Andrews’ surprise move to fill the gaping $15m hole in Netball Australia’s funding. JOIN THE CONVERSATION

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WATCH: Musician headbutted after rejecting Oasis song request

Detectives are continuing to investigate the bizarre Gold Coast assault and are urging anyone who knows anything to come forward. WATCH THE VIDEO

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