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‘Sabotaged’: Minister’s leaked audio exposes ugly union stoush

Senior Victorian minister Lily D’Ambrosio can be heard in leaked audio booting a United Firefighters Union member from a Labor party function as tensions escalate between the union and Allan government.

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A Melbourne influencer, Adelle Petropoulos, has gone viral after celebrating not getting married this weekend with a ‘cheaters don’t get cake’ cake at her party. Picture: Instagram

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No groom, no problem: Melb influencer turns cancelled wedding into iconic party

Melbourne influencer Adelle Petropoulos has gone from “I do” to “I’m through,” marking her would-be wedding day with a girls’ night out and an iconic cake iced with the words “cheaters don’t get cake.”

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MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA - Newswire Photos MARCH 4TH 2024 : Truck driver Brett Russell, 60, facing 80 offences after a horror crash near Bacchus Marsh, injuring 27 schoolgirls on September 21, 2022, leaves Melbourne Magistrates Court. PICTURE : NCA Newswire / Nicki Connolly

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Reckless truckie sentenced for school bus smash horror

A truckie who knowingly drove his defective 62-ton B-double rig with two trailers smashed into a school bus on its way to the airport packed with students and staff leaving a horrific scene.

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Wilson surges as Allan plummets in shock poll

One year out from the state election, a new poll shows Opposition Leader Jess Wilson holds an impressive lead over Premier Jacinta Allan as preferred premier.

Wilson rewards loyalty in new shadow cabinet

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Derrimu gym owner's $14m loan probed

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Inside Derrimut Gym’s collapse: High-flying boss’ $14m loan probe

The administrator of popular gym chain Derrimut has revealed he is investigating $14m in director loans, attributing the collapse in part to the high-profile founder’s “aggressive expansion strategy”.

Second placed McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia reacts after the Qatar Formula One Grand Prix, at the Lusail International Circuit, in Lusail, Qatar, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)

Piastri fuming as McLaren blunder dents F1 title hopes

Oscar Piastri was left fuming after a McLaren stuff-up ruined his chance of victory at the Qatar Grand Prix, with the result setting up a thrilling final round of the F1 world championship.

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17/10/2025 ADELAIDE AIRPORT SA. Adele Eliseo gave up a career as a data analyst to focus on her hobby of navigating airline loyalty programs, which has now turned into a successful business. Picture Matt Turner.

Status credits v points: what you need to know to ace the loyalty game

Travel experts are split over whether status credits or points deliver better value, with the choice potentially transforming the flying experience. The status chase locks the options down to one particular airline, while points suit infrequent fliers.

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‘Accelerated rebuild’: The moves setting Tigers up for success

Richmond has made some tough calls in the past few seasons as they rebuild. Brad Lloyd unpacks how — so far — the Tigers have nailed both the messaging and their rebuild.

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Climate boffins run up $1.2m business class flights bill

The chief of a large department responsible for Australia’s environment and climate targets defended the $1.2m spend on international flights.

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SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 13: Guy Pearce attends the 40th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival: 2025 Cinema Vanguard Award Honoring Adrien Brody And Guy Pearce at The Arlington Theatre on February 13, 2025 in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)

Star issues public apology, quits social media

Aussie actor Guy Pearce has apologised for sharing antisemitic conspiracy theories and “misinformation and falsehoods” about Israel in a series of pro-Palestine posts.

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RABAT, MOROCCO - FEBRUARY 24: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend a reception hosted by the British Ambassador to Morocco at the British Residence during the second day of their tour of Morocco on February 24, 2019 in Rabat, Morocco. (Photo by Arthur Edwards - Pool/Getty Images)

‘Spending too much’: Harry’s angry call with late Queen over Meghan

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2025 Getty Images Year In Review KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 26: Taylor Swift celebrates with Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs after defeating the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in the AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

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Choosing cheese at Woolies, Coles or Aldi: Which type is best?

Which kind has the highest amount of protein and lowest amount of fat? Dietitians have broken down the pros and cons of 15 cheese varieties. See their top picks from Woolies, Coles or Aldi in this useful guide.

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Kettle boiling water could release nano plastics.

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Dangerous secret that could be hiding in your daily cuppa

Boiling the kettle for a morning cup of tea could be dangerous for your health and should come with a consumer warning, scientists say. See the concerning findings.

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Shock figures: The wild number of Aussie kids diagnosed with autism

More Australian children than ever are being diagnosed with autism, outstripping comparable countries. Search for details on the NDIS funding and client numbers where you live.

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NDIS hot spots revealed: Where $9.2bn autism surge hit the hardest

NDIS spending on autism has more than doubled to more than $9bn in just five years – find out how much gets allocated to recipients in every council area in Australia.

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New tourism trend sees Aussie kids attend Japanese preschools

Here’s a student exchange with a difference – it’s aimed at giving preschoolers a taste of Japanese culture while parents explore, creating a memorable family travel experience.

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O’Brien: Kris Jenner tells us all that’s wrong with today’s parenting

Unlike Kris Jenner, Susie O’Brien does not want to be best friends with her kids, the coolest parent at parties or the wittiest mum on WhatsApp. Here’s why.

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Annika Dean and her son, Miles 2, at home using an ipad to play reading games. Research which finds many of the supposedly educational reading apps don't actually help kids learn to read. Picture: Brett Hartwig 27th November 2025

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Formative or a flop? Best learn-to-read apps listed

New research shows many learn-to-read apps are not properly teaching children basic skills – but experts have named the best options. See the list.

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‘Made my daughter cry’: How to help young people become resilient

Angela Mollard says parents can do three things to ensure their children don’t become NEETs – young people who are neither in education or employment.

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The death of Jacqui Hives's daughter, Elise, was the subject of a damning coronial investigation into the dangerous

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‘Freebirth’ mum of dead baby claims to be an ‘inspiration’

A Melbourne woman whose baby died a preventable death after an Instagram-inspired “freebirth” repeatedly ignored warnings from her family — and says she would do it all again.

DAILY TELEGRAPH NOVEMBER 27, 2025. NO NEWS.COM.AU OR THE AUSTRALIAN. Trevor Deem can't walk and needs 24/7 care, pictured with his sister and guardian Brenda Gillett at Coledale Hospital. Picture: Jonathan Ng

‘Horrible truth’: My brother suffers as you pollies squabble

A brother with dementia trapped in hospital exemplifies an extraordinary political fight that could determine whether patients live or die while waiting for care.

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Surprise punishment for $1.1m NDIS money launderer

A woman who moved $1 million in brown paper bags for an NDIS rort saw her low IQ take centre stage in court as the judge handed down their decision.

EMBARGO 00:05 Friday 28 November 2025 Shauna Kavanagh with daughter Harper 2.5 yrs. case study for new discovery by Melbourne researchers that will lead to new treatments for solid cancers such as bowel cancer (which is what Shauna had, but she is now cancer free). Harper was born through IVF and surrogate. Pictured at home in South Yarra. Picture: Jason Edwards

Weight loss was my first sign of bowel cancer. This gives me hope

Shauna’s first symptom of bowel cancer in her early 30s was unexplained weight loss at a time she was undergoing IVF. Now, a new discovery may revolutionise treatment.

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Wayne Carey’s glamorous ex Catie O’Neill is engaged to a new mystery man.

Wayne Carey’s ex engaged to mystery man

Melbourne businesswoman and TikTok star Catie O’Neill is maintaining an air of intrigue around her engagement after her split from AFL great Wayne Carey.

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Elsternwick Village shop owners and shoppers are up in arms over a controversial proposal by Glen Eira council to introduce paid parking onto the busy Glen Huntly Rd shopping strip, in a bid described by critics as

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‘Kill the street’: Paid parking fears for trendy shopping strip

Shoppers and traders at one of Melbourne’s most trendy shopping strips fear a proposed “cash grab” by the local council to implement paid parking will “kill the street”.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos SEPTEMBER 12, 2025: Ambulance. A paramedic ambulance races to an emergency in central Melbourne. Picture: NewsWire / Andrew Henshaw

Teen fighting for life after falling from car roof on Mornington Peninsula

An 18 year old is in a critical condition in hospital with serious head injuries after falling from the roof of a vehicle being driven in the St Andrews Beach carpark.

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - 11 AUGUST, 2025: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Senate Leader and Foreign Minister, Penny Wong hold a press conference relating to the recognition of the Palestinian state, at Parliament House in Canberra. Picture: NewsWire / Martin Ollman

Bolt: Albanese recognised Palestine for ‘promises’. None have been kept

Anthony Albanese’s excuse for recognising a Palestinian state was because ‘commitments’ were made by its president to demilitarise and hold general elections. Almost four months later, no promises have been kept and none of it has caused a ripple with Labor.

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Berwick College players celebrate at the 2024 Basketball Australia Schools Championships. Picture: Taylor Earnshaw

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Basketball Australia School Championships live stream hub

Australia’s top basketball schools are set to meet on the Gold Coast to decide the national champions. Watch Championship and U20 Division 1 matches LIVE from Monday.

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Lismore cricket fan Ian Crawford and his mates smuggled pigs into the Brisbane Gabba Cricket Ground and released them on the field during a one day match between Australia and England around 40 years ago. Pictured in Lismore with a pig named Mastermind. Photo: Elise Derwin

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Gabba’s greatest mystery solved: ‘We put the piggy in the middle’

Enough of the porkies. After more than four decades, it’s time to tell the real story of a determined couple of mates who took a little piggy to an Australia v England ODI at the Gabba.

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From $93k to $4.75m: Departing radio stars’ property empires

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 30: Senator Pauline Hanson speaks at a Put Australia First Rally on November 30, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. At least 2,000 people are expected to gather in the Melbourne CBD for the anti-immigration rallies and counter-protests.(Photo by Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images) ***BESTPIX***

‘Wake up Australia’: War of words over Pauline’s protest ‘fiasco’

Pauline Hanson continues to create havoc with her wild stunts and now Aussies are chiming in. HAVE YOUR SAY

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Pauline Hanson dines with Barnaby Joyce amid One Nation defection speculation. Picture: Supplied

Bolt: Joyce joining One Nation will be his smartest political move yet

When Barnaby Joyce finally reveals he’s joining Pauline Hanson’s One Nation he’ll be making a smart move that could permanently change our politics — and the Liberals know it.

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Winter afternoon in Fitzroy at Edinburgh Gardens with Victorian two story heritage houses against Melbourne high-rise CBD skyline, cars parked along suburban street. Picture: Jason Edwards

Melb home values soar $60k in a year

The value of Melbourne homes has jumped, but a spring misstep from the city’s home sellers might have cost them a bigger surge.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 20: Jack Steele of the Saints looks dejected after a loss during the 2025 AFL Round 06 match between the Western Bulldogs and the St Kilda Saints at Marvel Stadium on April 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘I’m a midfielder’: Inside the Saints meeting that sent Steele to Dees

Right until the middle of trade period, Saints captain Jack Steele was determined to stay at Moorabbin. He reveals the moment he knew he needed a fresh start, and how he feels in Demons colours.

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Are there more sheep in Australia or New Zealand?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 30: A view of the columns and and decorative chandelier lights at Town Hall station after the opening of MelbourneÃ¢â¬â¢s Metro Tunnel rail on November 30, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. The Melbourne Metro Tunnel consists of nine kilometres of rail beneath Melbourne's CBD, and five new stations, intended to significantly improve Melbourne's traffic and commuter flow. (Photo by Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images)

I saw the shock on everyone’s faces: The unforgettable first ride through the Metro Tunnel

I was elated to get the call to cover the opening of the Metro Tunnel, knowing it would be a moment for the history books — but nothing could have prepared me for the crowds on that first ride from Sunbury, writes Grace Frost.

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After a cyclone meant they had to postpone their planned wedding in Queensland in March 2025, Essendon Football Club champion Jobe Watson has finally tied the knot with his partner Virginia Slaghekke. The couple celebrated their union at Maleny Manor on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast this weekend (November 2025) with family, friends and some of Watson’s former teammates. Virginia and Jobe are pictured with their daughter Juniper at their wedding reception dinner. Picture: Instagram/@virginia_watson_/supplied

Jobe Watson’s sunny Queensland wedding after stormy delay

The Essendon Football Club champion has married his partner Virginia Slaghekke in a stunning celebration after their original plans were up-ended by Cyclone Alfred.

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EMBARGO FOR TWAM 11 JUN 2022. FEE MAY APPLY. Tank Cave in South Australia contains around 19km of flooded tunnels-an amazing playground for trained cave divers. The images shows a large chamber containing âLake Ayreâ, named because the reflected air bell on the ceiling looks like an inverted lake as the divers swim past. The illusion is brief, as divers bubbles shatter the sugarcane scattering the torch light. Photo: Richard Harris

Victorian diver dies at ‘notoriously challenging’ site in SA

A 65-year-old Victorian man has died after coming into trouble inside a “notoriously challenging” cave diving site near Mount Gambier in South Australia.

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Hong Kong Police Force have released images from inside the deadly fire, which killed 146 people. The Hong Kong police Disaster Victim Identification Unit has been going through the buildings meticulously and has found bodies both in apartment units and on the roofs. Source - Hong Kong Police Force

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Haunting photos from inside Hong Kong towers blaze as death toll soars

The first images from inside the Hong Kong apartment blocks ravaged by a horror inferno have emerged as the search for those still missing continued. SEE THE PICS

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CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - July 24, 2025: Greens Leader & Senator Larissa Waters, Senator Steph Hodgins-May, Senator Barbara Pocock and Senator David Shoebridge hold a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra. Picture: NewsWire / Martin Ollman

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Greens vow to block Labor’s gas crisis plan, demand levy

The Greens have threatened to oppose Labor’s gas reservation scheme and are demanding a 25 per cent levy on exporters instead, as political divisions deepen over Australia’s energy crisis.

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How one mum’s $18 start-up scored sweet Bunnings deal

Terri-Ann Daniel’s journey from single mum baking cookies for her eight children has taken an unexpected turn into the lucrative pet food market.

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‘My son’s girlfriend is a tramp’: Barefoot’s tough truth for ‘pedantic’ mum

An anxious boy mum thinks her son’s girlfriend is taking him for a ride because he looks after her kid and does all the cooking. Barefoot Investor has some powerful advice.

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First look: Inside Australia’s biggest New Balance store

Footwear giant New Balance has continued its bricks-and-mortar store expansion, transforming a former bank branch into its biggest Australian store and its first flagship retail outlet in SA.

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Score rare discounts as Cyber Monday is here

Cyber Monday is here, with massive savings across major Australian retailers, offering up to 90 per cent on everything from tech to homewares.

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Up to 60% off: Last chance for bargain vacuums

Major Aussie vacuum brands have dropped their prices for Cyber Monday. See all the top bargains before they’re gone.

Koala's limited edition Bluey bed base is a great gift for kids. Image: Koala

Koala drops 30% off sale, extra $100 off mattresses

Awarded Aussie mattress brand Koala has launched a major Black Friday sale, with top-rated mattresses and sofa beds dropping in price, and a one-day-only bonus.

Australians are demanding to know how much their co-workers get paid, with many threatening to quit their jobs if they discover they are outearned by less competent colleagues.

‘Can of worms’: One thing Aussie workers demand to know

Many Aussies are wanting transparency on a key issue at work, with some threatening to quit their jobs if they don’t like the outcome.

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MILDURA, AUGUST 5, 2025: *BUSH SUMMIT* The Mildura Law Courts. Picture: Mark Stewart

Trip to sandhills before man in alleged brutal rape of woman

After a daytrip to the Perry Sandhills, a Mildura man is accused of unleashing a shocking and violent attack on a woman, allegedly raping her, a court has heard.

Adam Winmar fronted the Koori Court over the shooting death of pregnant Shepparton woman Kiara Ferguson.

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Family slam ‘lenient’ sentence after mum killed by homemade gun

The furious family of a mum killed by a freak discharge of an illegal homemade gun have slammed the owner’s “lenient” sentence which they say sends a “dangerous message”.

Child fights for life in Wantirna South crash in Melbourne overnight 23 October 2025. Source: 9News

‘Extremely hazardous’: Urgent safety plea for deadly intersection

Residents living near a deadly Melbourne intersection are calling for an urgent safety upgrade after the tragic death of an 11-year-old girl in a horror collision that also left a little boy with serious injuries.

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The Ballarat Courier will move out of its Webster St offices in Ballarat Central by the end of 2025. Picture: Colliers Ballarat

Historic newspaper to move from prominent city location

The Courier will move to a smaller and less expensive location in Ballarat Central as its “iconic” office hits the market for nearly $5m.

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Victoria

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - 30 NOVEMBER, 2025: The first train in the new Metro Tunnel from Sunbury to ANZAC Station. Picture: NewsWire / Josie Hayden

Cheering crowds usher in Melbourne’s new Metro Tunnel

Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel has opened to passengers in carnival-like scenes, with enthusiasts waking as early as 4am to snag a seat on the first train ride from Sunbury through the five new stations. See the pictures.

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Delays as Melbourne Airport hit with second outage in three days

International travellers have been warned to brace for delays as Melbourne Airport grapples with its second system outage in just three days.

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MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos NOVEMBER 30, 2025: Pauline Hanson is seen during the Australia First rally in Melbourne Picture: NewsWire / Luis Enrique Ascui

Pauline’s brutal Melbourne sledge as protesters punch on at rally

Violent clashes broke out between attendees and hecklers at an anti-immigration protest at Flagstaff Gardens, while guest speaker Pauline Hanson delivered a blunt assessment of Melbourne.

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New warning to Aussie parents over child predators

Abuse victim-survivor Louise Edmonds says Aussie parents often miss early red flags because predators deliberately appear safe and helpful. See experts’ tips on how you protect your kids from child groomers these holidays.

FUNCHAL, MADEIRA, PORTUGAL - JUNE 17: Rowan Crothers of Australia celebrates victory following Men's 100m Freestyle S10 final during Day Six of the 2022 World Para Swimming Championships at Penteada Olympic Pools Complex on June 17, 2022 in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

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Aussie star opens up about ‘horrible’ online abuse

Paralympic gold medallist Rowan Crothers supports Australia’s social media ban – revealing for the first time how relentless online bullying as a teenager left him isolated and struggling with his mental health.

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Rescuers carry the body of a flood victim, in Agam, West Sumatra, Indonesia, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Ade Yuandha)

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Flood death toll exceeds 900 with hundreds still missing

Rescuers are racing to locate scores of missing people after monsoon floods claimed hundreds of lives in Southeast Asia and Sri Lanka. SEE THE PHOTOS.

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ISTANBUL, TURKEY Ã¢â¬â NOVEMBER 30: Pope Leo XIV waves before boarding the airplane during his farewell ceremony at AtatÃÂ¼rk Airport on November 30, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. Pope Leo XIV is making his first foreign trip on a six-day visit to Turkey and Lebanon. During his trip, the Pope is scheduled to meet with faithful from local Catholic communities, as well as political and religious leaders, drawing attention to regional issues. (Photo by Bradley Secker/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX ***

Hero’s welcome as Pope Leo takes peace message to Lebanon

Large crowds have taken to the streets in Beirut to cheer Pope Leo on during his Middle East tour as the pontiff urged people to choose “a path of reconciliation”. WATCH THE VIDEO

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Daughter’s selfless act helps Melb dad score $1.37m

A devoted daughter’s selfless act has helped get a $380k premium for her dad’s retro Melbourne home after a “very intense two and a half months”.

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$5m Vic beachside stunner boasts 180-degree water views

A luxury Ocean Grove home with 180-degree water views has hit the market with a $4.8m-$5m price guide. Take a look inside.

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Inside Heath Ledger’s property portfolio, fortune

Years after his tragic death, Heath Ledger’s wealth has grown, leaving his daughter unexpectedly richer.

102-130 Woods Rd, Moolap, is on the market for $1.795m.

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Moolap acreage property offers city fringe benefits

A secluded 5.6ha haven with equine facilities and a renovated home offers a rare chance to secure acreage within minutes of Geelong’s city centre.

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Lenny Kravitz wowed the crowd at a rain-soaked show in Mildura. Picture: Grace Baldwin

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Lenny Kravitz delivers rock miracle at rain-soaked Mildura

Torrential rain threatened to ruin Lenny Kravitz’s first Mildura concert — but the rockstar’s charisma turned the weather curse into pure blessing for thousands of fans, writes Grace Baldwin.

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Rebecca Harding at Royal Melbourne Golf Club outside the Liquorland lounge ahead of the tournament. Picture Rebecca Michael

‘There’s a lot to plan’: Bec and Andy lock in a wedding date

Rebecca Harding and fiance Andy Lee have revealed more details about their upcoming nuptials, confirming they have a date, guest list but are yet to lock in one key detail.

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The Jimmy Barnes quip that had Brisbane screaming

Jimmy Barnes has entertained crowds for more than four decades and at Sirromet Winery he was able to show exactly why we keep coming back.

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‘Unhinged’: Star teases chaotic new film

Oscar-winner Felicity Jones takes on an unexpected new Hollywood role co-starring Jason Schwartzman in a holiday season comedy that challenges stereotypes.

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PARTNER CONTENT: First Officer Allegra Nash once watched Qantas planes overhead as a child – now her father spots the flying kangaroo to catch glimpses of his daughter at work.

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Cricket’s greatest commentators since 2000 — as chosen by you

Cricket fans have delivered their verdict on the voices that define summer, ranking 25 legendary commentators with some surprising results that will spark fierce debate.

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England's Brydon Carse celebrates the wicket of Australia Usman Khawaja, right, during the first Ashes cricket test match between Australia and England in Perth, Friday, Nov. 21, 2025.(AP Photo/Gary Day)

Khawaja’s ‘piece of s***’ pitch attack debunked by data

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - NOVEMBER 19: Andrea Stella, Team Principal of McLaren talks to the media during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 19, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Clive Rose/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by CLIVE ROSE / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 22: Usman Khawaja of Australia comes from the ground during day two of the First 2025/26 Ashes Series Test Match between Australia and England at Perth Stadium on November 22, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 30: Marc Leishman of Australia plays his second shot on the fifth hole on day four of the BMW Australian PGA Championship 2025 at Royal Queensland Golf Club on November 30, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Marc Leishman is shaping as the best homegrown chance to topple star attraction, Rory McIlroy, at the Australian Open starting on Thursday with the 42-year-old declaring he’s playing the best golf of his career.

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NBA hopefuls? The NBL’s 15 most promising young stars

Crosscourt's 15 best young NBL stars

A Mexican gun eyeing the NBA draft, a Kiwi silencing doubters and a teen French sensation – the NBL has no shortage of young stars. See the best here, plus exclusive details on Team USA’s next trip Down Under.

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Khawaja under pressure as Head makes opener stance clear

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 22: Travis Head of Australia bats during day two of the First 2025/26 Ashes Series Test Match between Australia and England at Perth Stadium on November 22, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Travis Head has had his say about his role for the rest of the Ashes in light of skipper Pat Cummins’ view that batting orders are ‘overrated’, as Usman Khawaja left training before batting just four days out from the second Test.

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Smith’s NFL-inspired look to combat the pink ball

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 30: Steve Smith is seen with black tape under his eyes during an Australia nets session at The Gabba on November 30, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/Getty Images)

Steve Smith is experimenting with NFL eye-wear but Usman Khawaja’s fitness remains unknown after Australia’s first day-night training session at the Gabba.

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The secret pact driving Kearney to play on, Shannon’s post-game act

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 29: Blaithin Bogue and Emma Kearney of the Kangaroos celebrate after the AFLW Grand Final match between North Melbourne Kangaroos and Brisbane Lions at Ikon Park on November 29, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Emma Kearney will play on into her 37th year after securing her third premiership medal on Saturday, revealing the pact driving her to continue. Plus, Eliza Shannon’s touching post-game act.

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Mostert’s sobering Supercars title revelation after heartbreaking end

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 30: Chaz Mostert drives the #25 Mobil1 Optus Racing Ford Mustang GT during race 34 at the BP Adelaide Grand Final round, part of the 2025 Supercars Championship on November 30, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

An honest Chaz Mostert has admitted he once felt a maiden Supercars title could be out of his grasp after a dramatic finish to the 2025 season on Sunday in which a rival was left heartbroken.

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Bubbles on a budget: the best sparkling wine to buy for the festive season

Bubbles on a budget: the best sparkling wine to buy for the festive season

100 incredible edible gifts to make for your favourite foodie this Christmas

100 incredible edible gifts to make for your favourite foodie this Christmas

We’re suckers for all things crunchy, salty and sweet that come wrapped in small packages during the festive season… Which is why we’re hoping some of these will be gifted to us this year. Share the love these holidays with one of these handmade edible Christmas gifts from the heart.

This Aussie vineyard was just named one of the best in the world

An Aussie vineyard was named one of the World’s 50 Best for 2025, and it’s a South Australian icon

A beloved South Australian wine maker has landed a coveted spot on the World’s 50 Best Vineyards list for 2025.

SuperCoach News

SuperCoach positions revealed for 2026

Rookies, DPPs: Every 2026 AFL SuperCoach position revealed

Al Paton’s 13 best buys for SuperCoach 2026

MELBOURNE, DECEMBER 6, 2024: St Kilda pre-season training at RSEA Park. Mattaes Phillipou. Picture: Mark Stewart

From stars returning from injury to trade recruits, rookies and breakout contenders, see the top SuperCoach targets for 2026.

Fixture analysis: Every 2026 bye round, SuperCoach must-haves

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 08: Tristan Xerri of the Kangaroos looks on during the North Melbourne Kangaroos training session at Arden Street on December 08, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos)

More teams cop an early season bye, but it’s a dream run for some SuperCoach favourites. See the hot fantasy takes from the 2026 AFL fixture.

Police & Courts

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - 5 JUNE 2024: A general view of the County Court of Victoria. Picture: NewsWire / Diego Fedele

Crime family member calls for compo over deadly smash despite assault claims

Man charged over alleged machete act that shocked rugby competition crowd

25/10/2025 Footage shows two men, wearing all black with their faces largely obscured, moving quickly through the crowd of families and young children while one brandishes a large black machete. Police have launched an investigation after a machete-wielding man and his accomplice ran through a rugby match in Broadmeadows on Friday night. picture 7 News

A 21-year-old man faces multiple charges after allegedly running through the crowd of a community sports event brandishing a machete.

Police & Courts

‘Unreasonable delay’ in care before teen’s tragic death, court told

Secondary student Max McKenzie, 15, died after an allergic reaction in August 2021. Picture: Supplied

Loved ones of a 15-year-old boy have gasped in court after a Melbourne hospital defended its care of Max McKenzie, who died after an “unreasonable delay” in critical treatment.

Lifestyle

The wedding of Naly Deusdara Moreira e Silva and Daniel Edwards. Pictures: Salt Media.

Grandmas’ surprise wedding role for bride and groom

‘Half my friends have an eating disorder from TikTok – the other half are lying’

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Parents have long been warned to keep their children off social media – but not everyone agrees.

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Ex-Sunrise star reveals Oprah encounter

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Melissa Doyle opens up about how she landed the dream job of hosting Oprah Winfrey’s Australian tour after she came face-to-face with her idol on an unexpected Zoom call.

Motoring

Finance King can help you mend a fender bender

‘Non-binary’: Man exposes insurance ‘joke’

Porsche shocks with electric Cayenne

Porsche shocks with electric Cayenne

The new Porsche Cayenne EV is a wild machine, as Iain Curry reports.

Why Labubu launched car collab

Labubu's 911 Targa collab at Icons of Porsche in Dubai. Picture: Iain Curry

In a land where too much is never enough, the creator of cult-favourite dolls has linked with one of the world’s most prestigious car brands.

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Escape

Red mark on the calendar at January 2026

Genius hack doubles your annual leave

Thing you never noticed about country towns

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A New Zealander has pointed out a blindingly obvious fact about Aussie country towns, which you’ve probably never noticed before.

An hour ago

‘Bogan’ Aussie town’s stunning glow up

Town on the Central Coast of NSW

This town on NSW’s Central Coast has had a serious glow-up. You won’t believe what it looks like now.

Bush Summit

EMBARGOED UNTIL AUGUST 20 FOR THE 2025 BUSH SUMMIT COVERAGE. CONTACT TOM MINEAR AT THE HERALD SUN BEFORE USE - JUNEE, NSW. Nick and Amber Heffernan have converted an old farm silo into a boutique accommodation offering on their farm near Junee in regional NSW. Picture: Toby Zerna Media.

Escape to the country, stay in a silo

‘I won’t bulls**t people’: Albanese, Allan face rowdy Bush Summit

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan have confronted angry members of rural Victoria at the Herald Sun Bush Summit in Ballarat, defending their positions on green energy and support for the regions. Watch the replay.

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How Victoria could become the Saudi Arabia of critical minerals

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Regional hotspots that are home to some of the largest deposits of vital minerals in the world could make Victoria a global powerhouse, a new report reveals, while agriculture could become the “second engine of economic growth”.

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