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VIC Education9 minutes ago

Gender gap: How single-sex schools performed in NAPLAN

Girls’ schools have claimed half of Victoria’s top 20 private school NAPLAN spots, outperforming boys’ schools in four of five test domains.

When the state gives itself the right to intrude on your land without your permission, it’s breaching a fundamental right

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Panahi: Authoritarian Allan government picked on the wrong guy

Labor’s treatment of rural Victorians has been shameful. But the country is fighting back and one particular standoff shows how fed up farming communities are with the state government.

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Confidential9 minutes ago

100 guests, no women: Radio star’s blokes-only birthday bash

3AW broadcaster Russel Howcroft has kept the invite list for his 60th birthday celebrations limited to a “gang of men” who he hopes will be at their “boisterous best” for a lunch and singalong.

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‘My office is yours’: Labor MP offered printing services to mates

Leaked messages show Labor MP Luba Grigorovitch told local party members they could use her office printer — in a potential breach of parliamentary rules. It comes after a Liberal MP came under fire for doing the same.

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Cats coach lists $3m luxury home

A Geelong footy coach and his wife are selling their family’s resort-style home with an epic poolside entertainment area.

Australia is lagging behind New Zealand in the adoption of facial recognition technology as retail workers cop intimidation and violence.

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Why Australia is lagging behind NZ in retail crime fight

Retail workers are under siege as theft and violence explode — yet New Zealand has already discovered a solution Australia won’t use.

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Bitter family war erupts over tycoon’s multimillion-dollar fortune

The death of one of Australia’s most successful businessmen has sparked a bitter family feud over his automotive empire, with his widow fighting her stepchildren over millions of dollars in assets, including two luxury yachts worth $4m apiece.

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25 of ‘25: Meet Melbourne’s most stylish women

From industry leaders and artistic powerhouses to next-gen voices and quiet tastemakers, these women paint the true portrait of modern Melbourne aesthetes.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 04: Min Woo Lee of Australia acknowledges the gallery on the ninth green on day one of the Crown Australian Open 2025 at The Royal Melbourne Golf Club on December 04, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

TikTok star is golf’s secret weapon

Min Woo Lee opens up about balancing tradition with social media fame as he reflects on his high-profile friendships and making his mark in style.

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Eyes peeled for pariah premier at Royal Melbourne

The Australian Open’s return to Royal Melbourne — headlined by Rory McIlroy — has golf lovers in raptures. But they might not be so happy if they see Daniel Andrews.

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Britain's King Charles III and Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier toast their glasses after the King spoke during a State Banquet at Windsor Castle in Windsor, on December 3, 2025, the first day of a three day state visit by the German President. President Frank-Walter Steinmeier received a ceremonial welcome to Britain Wednesday as his state visit got into full swing -- the first by Germany's official head of state in 27 years. (Photo by Yui Mok / POOL / AFP)

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‘Little quirks’: Former royal chef reveals Charles’ fussy habits

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‘Gutted, angry’: Final days before Zone RV collapse revealed

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Cam Smith is still knocking out the big bucks despite tough season.

Cam Smith’s surprise $10m Aus move in tough season

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World-first nasal spray to fight dementia

Melbourne scientists have made a discovery that may be a “new frontier in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease” – and it could be as simple as a spray in the nose.

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NAPLAN top 100 – one state dominates the national rankings

Exclusive analysis reveals the nation’s best secondary school NAPLAN performers as one state claims more than half of the places in the top 100.

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Technology & Digital Safety

Australia’s free porn and violence experiment is finally over

One question remains over children’s ability to get around the social media ban today, writes Samantha Maiden. So what?

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Women are steaming their ‘yonis’. Is there any point?

Women are ordering herbs online in a bid to “cleanse” their genital area by hovering over hot water. This is what health experts say.

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Education & Health

December 4, 2025: Emma Johnston and her son, Alastair Wurst. 14-year-old Al carried out the age verification process on SnapChat and jokingly put his birth year as 2000, which would make him 11 years older at 25. Picture: Kelly Barnes

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How this 14-year-old has already beaten the teen social media ban

This 14-year-old jokingly put his year of birth as 2000 but the biggest laugh came when Snapchat’s face scan agreed – and verified him as 25 ahead of the under-16 social media ban.

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Technology & Digital Safety9 minutes ago

‘Safer, calmer’: What teachers and principals think about digital D-Day

Educators at the coalface say the social media ban will have an overwhelmingly positive effect on schools, but also fear policing it will fall on their tired shoulders.

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The great HECS debt slashing begins – how much will you save?

Most of the 3m Australian HECS debt holders will see their student loans slashed by the end of the month. And that’s not the only Christmas present slicing uni debt repayments …

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Soccer program kicking goals for Aboriginal attendance

A program born from one talented soccer player’s dreams now reaches 5000 Indigenous children annually, proving sport can revolutionise education outcomes in remote Australia.

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Education & Health

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TV reporter: ‘My world fell apart before this miracle’

A broadcast journalist has detailed the emotional rollercoaster of losing her dad suddenly, just days after another life-changing event.

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Why I didn’t realise I had a melanoma on my neck

Joy Davis noticed something on her neck and went on holiday for five weeks. What she didn’t realise was the delay was risking her life.

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Cheese choices to make for your health

Which cheese is best for you and which should you cut back on?

What 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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Aussie actress reveals devastating health news

Former Home and Away actress and social media star Alea O’Shea has shared a heartbreaking update about her health.

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National9 minutes ago

‘Failed’: Aussie business leaders slam UK envoy

Stephen Smith has defended his diplomatic record after prominent Australian business leaders branded him one of the UK’s worst-performing high commissioners in decades.

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ExclusiveTrue Crime9 minutes ago

‘Cycle of violence’: New child abuse weapon exposed

As child abuse figures hit horrifying new heights, leaders from some of Australia’s biggest companies are being told their products are helping fuel a hidden wave of harm.

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Full ListVictoria

Which jobs will be hit as axe swings on public sector

As the Allan government pledges to save $1bn a year in a major overhaul of the public sector, the 29 government entities which will be abolished or merged have been revealed.

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‘Wizard’ Watson reveals romance with AFLW star

Hawthorn cult figure Nick Watson and Carlton star Keeley Sherar had kept their relationship under wraps before making their public debut at the Blues’ best and fairest.

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In which decade was NASA established?

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

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Police & Courts

Inside story of the rise and fall of ‘Asia’s El Chapo’

Drug lord Chi Lop Tse was described by one investigator as unlike other gangsters and more like a “gentleman”. While he flew under the radar he and his syndicate pumped more drugs into Australia than just about any single source before he was jailed in Melbourne.

British teenager Tommy Lamb is determined to attend the upcoming Ashes series without catching a single flight from the UK, instead opting for land and sea travel to make the gruelling 16,000km journey across the globe.The 18-year-old shoved a cricket bat - his prized possession - into his backpack stuffed full of clothes and departed his home city of Manchester on August 20 bound for Australia. Pictured in Lahore. SUPPLIED

‘I’m a bit lost’: British teen’s no-fly Ashes dream hits a snag

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Commercial Real Estate

Bunnings in, Woolies out: Most and least trusted retailers named

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The homes under $300k no one wants

Opinion

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 20: Victorian Treasurer Jaclyn Symes delivers her budget speech in Victorian Parliament on May 20, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. Victoria's 2025Ã¢â¬â26 state budget was delivered today, with Treasurer Jaclyn Symes pledging there will be no new taxes introduced this year. The budget is expected to project a $600 million operating surplus, focus on easing cost-of-living pressures for families, and continue a more moderate approach to infrastructure spending amid ongoing efforts to stabilise state debt. (Photo by Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images)

Deery: The Allan government’s numbers just don’t add up

The festive, ribbon-tied public sector cut promises handed out by Jacinta Allan and Treasurer Jaclyn Symes on Thursday are equally as impressive as they are implausible.

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‘Do your job’: Fury over our ‘sad’ parenting, schooling fail

A battle between parents and schools has broken out after startling revelations about the education system. HAVE YOUR SAY

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Over the last week, crews from Forest Fire Management Victoria, CFA (Country Fire Authority), Victoria State Emergency Service, Fire Rescue Victoria, Ambulance Victoria, Victoria Police, and many more have worked tirelessly on the ground, in the air, and further afield to help keep the communities affected by the Yarram-Gap Road fire in the Grampians National Park safe and provide ongoing support. Picture VicEmergency,

Horror fires feared amid ‘flawed’ Allan govt fuel reduction targets

The Allan government has been accused of leaving Victoria “not fire prepared” despite warnings of a high-risk summer and fuel loads reaching dangerous levels.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 04: Joe Root of England celebrates after scoring a century during day one of the Second 2025/26 Ashes Series Test Match between Australia and England at The Gabba on December 04, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Starc continues to run riot… but Australia suffer after Root heroics

On his fourth tour down under, Joe Root finally has a Test ton in Australia. And the English superstar may have put his side in a match-winning position after a rollercoaster day at the Gabba.

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New laws to allow children as young as 14 to be jailed for life have passed parliament.

Laws allowing kids from 14 to be jailed for life pass Vic parliament

New laws underpinning the Allan government’s ‘adult time for violent crime’ policy passed in the Victorian parliament without amendment about 6pm on Thursday, allowing children as young as 14 to be jailed for life.

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The Victorian Heritage Fleet is facing eviction from the Docklands as negotiations with Development Victoria remain up in the air.

‘Absolute crisis’: State govt boots boats from Docklands

A fleet of historic vessels is being forced to ship out from the Docklands but boat enthusiasts say they’ve got nowhere to go.

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Jack Silvagni at St Kilda training, November 2025. Picture: Jarryd Thomas, St Kilda FC

Silvagni to be sidelined until 2026 as injury lingers

A lingering injury kept Jack Silvagni sidelined for a large chunk of this season — and it’s set to keep him off the park until 2026. See the latest on the Saints new recruit.

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - MARCH 19: Nick Kyrgios of Australia reacts after defeating Mackenzie McDonald of the United States during their match on Day 2 at Hard Rock Stadium on March 19, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Rich Storry/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Rich Storry / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

ExclusiveVictoria

How tennis fans can see AO stars play, on the cheap, in thrilling build-up

Blockbuster matches will kick-off Melbourne’s Australian Open, in what is being billed as the biggest build-up ever to the Grand Slam, with Carlos Alcaraz, Alex de Minaur and tennis bad boy Nick Kyrgios to star.

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Shocking violence at major regional hospital revealed

Shocking new statistics reveal abusive and threatening behaviour towards healthcare workers at one of the state’s biggest regional hospital is surging with workers facing daily threats.

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Business

Renders of Winter Sports World which is set to be built at Penrith after local developer Peter Magnisalis signed a deal with Chinese indoor ski resort company Bonski.

Snow in Penrith? This Chinese-backed $700m resort guarantees it

A new tourist attraction billed as the Opera House of Sydney’s west has won the backing of a major Chinese company which specialises in indoor ski resorts.

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How activewear phenomenon LSKD sold $10m in 60-min frenzy

Queensland activewear phenomenon LSKD has smashed records with $10 million in sales in just one hour during Black Friday with 144,000 customers flooding the website.

The changes to the federal government's First Home Buyer support scheme, announced by housing minister Clare O'Neill have created a new buyer fenzy.

Home loan surge: 5 per cent home deposits spark buying frenzy

Demand for home loans worth up to $1 million has exploded by 70 per cent as first home buyers rush to exploit looser government rules which include the five per cent deposit scheme.

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The supply of copper being produced by North West Queensland has been bolstered by final development approval given to Eva Copper Mine. Picture: Copper Mountain Mining.

Copper’s surge: supply crunch fuels record prices

Copper prices have smashed through $US11,400 per tonne for the first time as global disruptions create severe supply shortages.

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Cost of Living

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The $490 Christmas mistake Aussies are making

Aussies are tipped to spend billions ahead of Christmas – and make a costly mistake in the process. See why and how to avoid it.

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EXCLUSIVEBusiness

REA takes on tech giants with OpenAI deal

REA Group has partnered with ChatGPT maker OpenAI to launch RealAssist, an AI tool designed to help homeowners understand property valuations through conversational language.

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A Jetstar Airlines Boeing 787-8 plane and a Qantas Airways Boeing 737-800 plane line up with other aircraft on the runway at Sydney International Airport on a windy day in Sydney on June 25, 2025. According to local media, Airservices Australia has ordered Sydney Airport to shut two of its three runways, leading to a number of flight delays and cancellations due to high winds. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP)

Qantas drops 100,000 reward seats in surprise move

Qantas frequent flyers can now book premium Paris seats and dedicated Bali flights using points, in an unprecedented early release usually reserved for January.

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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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Best of Local

Caulfield North bus driver Ronald Arathoon punched another driver in the face during a road rage incident.

God-fearing bus driver’s shockingly unchristian road rage outburst

A churchgoing Caulfield bus driver says he punched a bloke in the face during a shocking road rage incident because the driver who cut him off was a racist who insulted his mother.

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Cowboy accused of dangerous driving let loose for rodeo comps

A chaps-wearing Victorian horse breaker and cowboy has convinced a court to let him travel interstate for rodeo competitions while he’s on bail.

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‘She asked me to’: Rape accused alleged woman ‘demanded’ violence

A Mildura man accused of rape told police the alleged victim ‘demanded’ he assault her after a day at the Perry Sandhills went down hill.

Gordon father-son duo Corey Michael Taylor, 23, and Ian Taylor, 47, leave Ballarat Magistratesâ Court on December 4, 2025.

Vigilante father-son duo brutally bashed victim over drug debt

A thuggish father and son crime duo from the state’s west have used a taser to assault and falsely imprison a man in Mount Egerton over a drug debt.

Victoria

A Liberal Party electorate officer is being investigated over alleged misconduct.

ExclusiveVictoria

Victorian Liberal staffer probed over misconduct allegations

An electorate officer for the Victorian Liberals is being investigated by the party over alleged misconduct involving young women – including alleged messages to an underage female.

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Grieving loved ones plan special farewell for nightclub promoter

Melbourne’s night life community will gather to remember Trent Theodore in what will be part wake, part 40th birthday celebration.

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Kendrick Lamar dazzles Melbourne with rap masterclass

Kendrick Lamar has delivered a spectacular two-hour show at AAMI Park, complete with explosives and elaborate staging that transformed hip hop into a stadium masterclass.

National

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Fears over power of new NDIS funding quiz

Questioning from Greens Senator Jordan Steele-John and Shadow Minister for the NDIS Anne Ruston revealed that “the rules are still being written” for a new NDIS funding tool, with fears over what it means for appeals.

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ExclusiveAsia

Inside Sydney plumber’s Bali ‘love shack’ before Melb man killed

Two Aussies accused of killing Melbourne man Zivan Radmanovic in a Bali ambush shared a “romantic” one-bed villa before allegedly unleashing a bloodbath. WATCH THE VIDEO

World

Britain's Prince Andrew speaks with King Charles as they leave Westminster Cathedral at the end of the Requiem Mass, on the day of the funeral of Britain's Katharine, Duchess of Kent, in London, Britain, September 16, 2025. REUTERS/Toby Melville TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

‘Poverty-stricken exile’: Andrew’s new reality

Royal author Robert Hardman has revealed the shocking extent of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s fall from grace as he faces financial ruin and family betrayal.

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‘You elected a king’: Prince Harry’s savage Trump jab

Prince Harry has surprised audiences by making pointed jokes about President Trump during an unexpected appearance on Stephen Colbert’s Late Show.

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Real Estate

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National9 minutes ago

First home buyers given major boost from today

A radical new scheme allowing Aussies to buy homes they could never afford alone launches today, but experts warn it comes with significant strings attached.

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National9 minutes ago

Share house surge: Surprise group now dominates

Cost-of-living chaos has shattered housing norms, with 68-year-old retirees now competing alongside students for spare rooms in Australia’s most expensive cities.

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$520k Vic church becomes ‘insane’ $1.8m icon

A rundown Ballarat East church bought for about $520k is now hitting the market with a $1.8m price guide after a dramatic transformation.

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Savvy property moves made by Australian Idol contestants

Australian Idol’s biggest stars have built impressive property empires worth millions, while others faced financial ruin after their television fame faded.

Entertainment

Tinder has revealed the dating trends that will dominate love lives in 2026.

Looking for a low-key lover: Woke singles want good vibes and hot takes

Online dating app juggernaut Tinder has revealed what singles are searching for in love matches, with a “low-key lover … who keeps it chill, avoids drama and brings the vibes” sought by many.

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‘Cost a s***load’: Bec Judd reveals her plastic surgeries

Well-known influencer and AFL WAG Bec Judd has opened up on the plastic surgeries, procedures and facial fillers she has had over the years, in order to look flawless in her 40s.

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Melbourne, get ready to go Gaga! Here’s all the details ahead of her show

Lady Gaga is bringing her Mayhem Ball tour to Docklands Stadium this weekend. Here are 10 things you need to know before she takes the stage — and Melbourne — by storm.

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Why Brown blames Dangerfield over Mad Monday controversy

Why Brown blames Dangerfield for Mad Monday controversy

The AFL’s first openly bisexual man Mitch Brown has doubled down on his criticism of Geelong, saying captain Patrick Dangerfield “should have stood up” over Bailey Smith’s infamous social media posts.

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PARTNER CONTENT: REA Group’s Property News Editor explains how realestate.com.au leverages real-time property data to provide comprehensive information for buyers, renters, and sellers.

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How retro footy jumpers became a runaway success

PARTNER CONTENT: While 98 per cent of Australian wool gets exported, one tiny Australian factory defies fast fashion by hand-crafting premium football jumpers the old-fashioned way.

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10 Australian made gems that will be stocking stars

PARTNER CONTENT: As we move into festive season more and more Australians are looking to find locally made gifts. Here are just a few of the quality gifts you could put under the tree.

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Solutions needed for worrying medical skills gap

An alarming shortfall of medical workers has experts urging young Victorians to study healthcare, as the state races to plug a critical skills gap. See the most in-demand occupations.

Sport

Stokes’ brain-fade, magical Starc: Day one’s biggest Ashes moments

Mitch Starc has broken records while Joe Root has finally conquered Australia as day one at the Gabba delivered spectacular Ashes moments. Relive them all here.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 01: Nathan Lyon is seen during an Australia nets session at The Gabba on December 01, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

‘Absolutely filthy’: Lyon fumes over controversial snubbing

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 04: Joe Root of England celebrates after scoring a century during day one of the Second 2025/26 Ashes Series Test Match between Australia and England at The Gabba on December 04, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Alarm bells ring for Aussies as Root finally snaps batting curse

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 30: Nathan Lyon looks on during an Australia nets session at The Gabba on November 30, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/Getty Images)

‘This will rock him’: The most insulting factor in Lyon axing

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Elvis all Smylies after taking equal lead at Aussie Open

Blues target ruck duo, former Hawks skipper want out

MACKAY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 08: Lauren Bella of the Suns is tackled by Madeleine Guerin of the Blues during the 2024 AFLW Round 02 match between the Gold Coast SUNS and the Carlton Blues at Great Barrier Reef Arena on September 08, 2024 in Mackay, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Carlton has made approaches to two rival rucks on the opening day of trade period, but clubs have come knocking in return. Plus, the Dons and Crows have improved their draft hands.

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UPDATEDAFL News

Tigers sack coach, footy boss in brutal AFLW review fallout

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 19: Ryan Ferguson, Senior Coach of the Tigers speaks to the team during the AFLW Round 10 match between Collingwood Magpies and Richmond Tigers at Victoria Park on October 19, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

After winning just two games this season, there was a full scaled independent review of Richmond’s AFLW program – and the findings have triggered some big calls.

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Clarke: Poms’ intent to right Perth wrongs will play into Aussie hands

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 22: Ben Stokes of England congratulates Steve Smith of Australia after Australia's victory in the first test 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 Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

England have copped their fair share of criticism since Perth and unless they adapt quickly to the favourable pink ball game, the visitors will be staring down a 2-0 hole, writes Michael Clarke.

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Your SayAFL

The 17 next breakout stars — and the big club without one

The Pies don't have a breakout star

Brad Lloyd has cast his eyes across every list in the AFL to find the one player set to become the next breakout star. But the cupboard is bare at one club. See his assessment and have your say.

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Watch: Broadcaster rips Poms in cheeky Ashes promo

Watch: Broadcaster rips Poms in cheeky Ashes promo

Fox Sports have ripped into England in a cheeky Ashes promo ahead of the second Test in Brisbane.

‘Constantly undermined’: McLaren insiders lash ‘bias against’ Piastri

LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - NOVEMBER 30: Second placed Oscar Piastri of Australia and McLaren in the Drivers Press Conference during the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on November 30, 2025 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Oscar Piastri is fighting for a Formula One world title with ‘one-arm tied behind his back’ as McLaren insiders spill on the bias cruelling the Australian’s campaign.

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Delicious

Are these the best pancakes in Australia? Oprah thinks so

Are these the best pancakes in Australia? Oprah thinks so (and we have the recipe)

Gordon Ramsay says this Australian state is his favourite food destinations in the world

Gordon Ramsay names an Aussie state as one of his favourite food destinations in the world

It’s no easy feat to impress Gordon Ramsay, but this Australian state blew him away.

The best potato roasties for your Christmas feast

The best potato roasties for your Christmas feast

If Christmas is all about the comforting food that we all love and enjoy, then surely potatoes are a necessity on any menu.

SuperCoach News

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

Al Paton’s 13 best buys for SuperCoach 2026

Rookies, DPPs: Every 2026 AFL SuperCoach position revealed

SuperCoach positions revealed for 2026

See who has gained and lost dual-position status in SuperCoach, positions for next year’s hottest rookies and the biggest lock of 2026. See the list of every single player.

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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

Asia's El Chapo Tse Chi Lop

‘Pure evil’: ‘Asia’s El Chapo’ jailed over billion-dollar drug empire

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Childcare horror widens: 83 new charges, four more alleged victims

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Accused pedophile Joshua Brown has been slapped with 83 more charges, with four new alleged victims emerging from his time spent at Victorian childcare centres.

Police & Courts

Two dead in car, motorcyle crash at Mentone

Motorcycle wreckage after a double fatal crash in Melbourne. Credit: 7NEWS

A man and woman have died in a crash involving a car and motorcycle on the Nepean Hwy at Mentone in Melbourne’s southeast.

Lifestyle

MELBOURNE, SEPTEMBER 5, 2024: Deputy Lord Mayor of Melbourne candidate Erin Deering. Picture: Mark Stewart

Forget WAGs: Meet Melbourne’s new style leaders

4 easy ways to make the festive season less annoying if you’re pregnant

There are plenty of myths out there when it comes to conceiving. Image: Getty

Permission not to push through granted

Women are chauvinists too – and here’s the sad proof

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Men have long been slammed as being chauvinists if they demand certain things, but does it work the other way? HAVE YOUR SAY

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Motoring

BMW's iX3 sets a new standard for EVs

BMW’s iX3 sets a new standard for EVs

Tesla killer hits the road

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A new electric vehicle with more than 800km of range threatens to reset benchmarks.

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Car boss warns China ‘will take over’

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European car makers fighting for their future are divided by the role of electric vehicles.

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Escape

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US airports are ditching passports

Do you break this unwritten bus rule?

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If you break this bus rule, you’re going to hell. Here are the new rules of public transport in 2026.

New road rule costing Aussies hundreds

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Aussies are being fined $961 a pop when they break this road rule. And since it’s so new, heaps of people are getting stung.

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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.

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‘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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