Manslaughter deal for student who killed two sex workers in 24 hours
A Chinese student who killed two sex workers in Melbourne CBD apartments in less than 24 hours has pleaded guilty to manslaughter after murder charges were dropped.
Woman accused of Lidia Thorpe assault says she’s received threats
The woman accused of assaulting Lidia Thorpe at the MCG after the Dreamtime game says she has received a flood of threats since being charged by police.
Allan orders probe into magistrate training on avoiding deportation
Premier Jacinta Allan has asked the attorney-general to investigate training provided to Victorian magistrates on how they can avoid imposing sentences that would result in violent migrant criminals such as pedophiles from being deported.
Are you about to have you solar payment slashed?
Tens of thousands of Victorian homes with solar panels are about to have their generous feed-in tariff slashed. Here’s how it will hurt their hip pocket.
‘Hurt’: What really happened in Daniel’s Bulldogs exit
Caleb Daniel was playing AFL footy consistently for almost nine years when he was sent to the Bulldogs reserves. He reveals how he found himself on the outer and off to North Melbourne.
Man arrested after woman’s body found in South Morang
A man is in custody after a woman was found dead in a home in Melbourne’s northeast on Monday morning.
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Anastacia is ready to rock the Derby Day crowds at Flemington
Week in Food, episode 8
Meet Frankston’s model Ethan Ashton
Warning graphic: CCTV footage of the fatal Lygon St crash that killed Katherine Osborne
‘Ripper bloke’ mourned after Geelong stabbing death
A family of ducks stops Moonee Ponds traffic
Behind the scenes at photo shoot with the queens of racing
Timothee Chalamet Crashes Own Lookalike Contest in NYC
What Melbourne’s A-list will be eating inside the Birdcage
From free flowing champagne and secret tequila bars to elite cuts from a posh steakhouse — this is what society’s elite will be eating inside the exclusive Birdcage marquees.
‘Doesn’t pass pub test’: PM under fire
Barnaby Joyce has weighed in on Anthony Albanese’s Qantas freebies after the Prime Minster was accused of ‘gold-plating’ his private holidays.
Magistrates taught how to avoid having pedophiles deported
Victorian magistrates have been given training on how to sentence violent migrant criminals such as pedophiles and drug dealers so they don’t get deported at the end of their jail term.
‘Freaking out’: Cruel VTAC scam targets VCE students before exams
A cruel VTAC scam has targeted Year 12 VCE students on the eve of the English exam.
Nick Reece ahead in race for Melbourne lord mayor
Nick Reece is ahead in the race for the city’s top job, according to an early analysis of thousands of ballots, with Carlton great Koutoufides emerging as his greatest challenger.
Mordialloc ‘monster’ wants time behind bars cut short
An elderly man who killed two neighbours in a fit of rage over a garden tap has launched a bid to reduce his time behind bars.
Farnham ‘drugged for years’ by manager
Australian music legend John Farnham makes a series of disturbing claims about his late former manager in his new book.
Deery: Lessons for Allan and Pesutto in Queensland election
Voters ditching Labor but not voting Liberal. Government’s failing on cost of living. There are plenty of lessons for Victoria’s political leaders in the Queensland election. Will they heed them?
Retirement saving: are you a super spouse?
Superannuation balances can be boosted significantly and tax savings await for people who are generous towards their partner.
Melania’s rare show after Musk’s trillion-dollar vow
Donald Trump has taken to the stage following a glowing introduction by wife Melania after Elon Musk made a huge statement. Follow for updates.
FULL LIST: 126 NDIS providers banned for life
See the latest interactive list of providers banned for life from the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
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Last minute study guide: How to ace the VCE English exam
With less than 24 hours to go before Victoria’s year 12s sit the English exam, examiners, tutors, teachers and star pupils offer last-minute tips and trick to ace the test, as well as the key pitfalls to avoid.
Alleged headbutter to fly again after ‘abusive’ in-flight antics
The man who forced an international flight to divert via Melbourne after allegedly trying to “headbutt” a cabin manager, has asked to be allowed to fly interstate.
Teachers hit with a barrage of sexist slurs and rape jokes
Shocking new survey results show female teachers are subjected to sexist and pornographic slurs and propositioned by male students.
Campbell: Qantas upgrades latest mess for Albo-freebie government
That politicians get special treatment from airlines is not exactly a state secret. But it turns out that Anthony Albanese’s treatment from Qantas was very special indeed.
Delisted dozen: The 12 free agents still on market
They may have been discarded by their previous club, but these 12 players could fill a hole for your AFL team. JOSH BARNES looks at the delisted dozen.
China’s EV ‘bloodbath’ is already here
The predicted ‘bloodbath’ in the Australian EV market is happening now and current owners are suffering, new data shows.
Do these crazy homebuyer tactics work?
We’ve all heard the saying, ‘think outside the box’ when it comes to cracking the property market – but are these three creative approaches to buying a home realistic or just wishful thinking?
Blindsided bride calls off wedding over $9k Uber Eats debt
Barefoot Investor tells a bride-to-be who discovered her fiancé’s $9000 Afterpay and Uber Eats debt to ‘give love a chance’ before kicking him to the kerb.
Top early Black Friday deals: Get up to 80% off big brands
Brands have been dropping wild Black Friday deals early. See the top deals up for grabs from popular brands including Dyson, Samsung, Ninja and Nike.
Booze bandit knocked over bottle-O during $11k heists
A Melbourne burglar stole $11,000 in coins and ciggies and left a hefty damage bill after doing over multiple eastern suburbs booze spots.
Mildura truckie a ‘monster’ on drugs, attacks woman
A drugged-up Mildura truck driver’s violent, ice-fuelled attacks left his victim scarred, traumatised and haunted by nightmares.
Killer dogs expected to land owner in jail
A Seaford man who failed to keep his dangerous dogs locked up has been told to prepare for a stint behind bars himself.
Gippsland manhunt like a movie scene, as police swooped
A man who allegedly fired at police before fleeing on foot into Gippsland farmland on Thursday has been shot, arrested and flown to hospital, with one local describing the scene as like a movie.
Artist’s Peninsula pad boasts both a lake house and a treehouse
Artist and stylist Sarah Kuter is bidding farewell to her Merricks North lake house that was designed to blend into the surrounding bushland. Take a tour of the creative haven.
Simple blood test to ‘revolutionise’ diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease
A simple and cost effective blood test will be able to detect Alzheimer’s disease quicker and more accurately, Melbourne researchers at The Florey Institute have found.
Iconic women of racing reveal their favourite Melbourne Cup moments
To celebrate the launch of the 2024 Melbourne Cup Carnival, the Herald Sun asked powerhouse women of racing, including legendary trainer Gai Waterhouse and talented jockey Michelle Payne, what they love most about the event.
Take the Mega Shark Quiz now!
Who is the longest current-serving premier in Australia? Test your skills in our 100-question quiz.
Download now: 2024 AFL team posters
Show your true colours ahead of another blockbuster AFL season and collect your glossy footy team posters here.
Melbourne’s top sandwich shops
Hungry? Ditch the poke bowls and see where to get Melbourne’s best sandwiches.
Tougher NDIS laws catch ‘bad guys’ faster are ‘much needed’
Bill Shorten has talked tough about the criminals rorting the NDIS. Now he has proposed new legislation to help catch them quicker. They can’t come soon enough, writes Julie Cross.
‘Not the Richard we know’: Aussie women defend WiseTech CEO
Two women have come forward and defended the Aussie billionaire who stepped down as chief of WiseTech following allegations he demanded sex for investments.
Why Trump feels the love in the city trying to lock him up
New York is not a state that will decide the US election. It is, however, indicative of what could be a stunning twist in the race.
Iranian ambassador to Aus says Israel strikes a ‘terrorist attack’
Iran’s ambassador to Australia Ahmad Sadeghi’s comments come a month after he received a formal warning from the Australian government. Follow live updates.
ASX flat as tech stocks outperform
The sharemarket is treading water on light volumes as investors await key inflation data. Mosaic Brands enters receivership with KPMG appointed. ASX Limited hit by first strike against remuneration report.
More Lew executives jump ship as Myer mulls deal
A group of key executives from Solomon Lew’s Just Group retail division have resigned, adding to a growing list of management departures, just as Myer is mulling buying the unit.
‘Anti-Semitic’ cartoon shames The Age, SMH
Nine Entertainment’s Melbourne masthead The Age has made multiple changes to an offensive cartoon relating to the war in Israel.
Victorians homing in on haunted hotspots
Home prices are surging in the Melbourne and Victorian suburbs connected with some of the state’s most-haunted locations. And more of us could soon be sharing our property with a phantom.
Pink Barbie home available on house swap site
A “real-life Barbie Dreamhouse” has quickly gathered thousands of online views as people flock to see the bright pink home.
Melbourne car collector’s $10m bid for free parking
A wealthy car collector has found a way to score free parking — or maybe even to get paid, by buying out an apartment building so he could put cars in the basement. But now that’s changing.
Melbourne sale and auction results, week ending October 27
Pakenham proved to be a hot market last week with 22 properties selling for a total value of $14.6 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Amy Shark reveals ‘scary’ career reality check
Amy Shark opens up about her skyrocketing success, and why the music industry is tougher than ever.
Celebrity brings Adele to tears during show
The British crooner started crying after spotting a familiar face in the audience during her Las Vegas residency show.
‘Perfect tonic’: King’s new royal tour move after Aussie visit
King Charles has new plans for next year after the success of his whirlwind Australian tour, according to a Palace official.
‘Strangely embarrassed’: Edwina Bartholomew’s confession
The Sunrise presenter reveals what she really thinks about Australian sporting codes – and the reason she calls herself a ‘fraud’.
New captain needed: Big guns pulled for T20 series
Australia has named an understrength squad for next month’s T20 series against Pakistan, with eyes firmly set on the Border-Gavaskar series.
Aussie ace caught up in explosive F1 title race as feud boils over
Make me pick one: Ashcroft declares draft ambition
Rayner turns back on Vic clubs to become ‘Lion for life’
Decision looming: Melbourne Cup or international target for Via Sistina
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Rioli launches torpedo in AFLW Dreamtime curtain raiser
Bizarre Dwyane Wade statue revealed
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NFL star taunts fans, concedes matchwinner
Flynn Cameron son of Tall Blacks legend Pero flys against Cairns
SuperCoach BBL is back with cash prizes, exciting new features
It’s time to level up your strategy cricket fans – SuperCoach BBL is open for business. With superstars from David Warner to Glenn Maxwell in the mix, the race for fantasy cricket supremacy starts now.
Surprise hosts named for Wallabies’ lone home Bledisloe Test
The Bledisloe Cup and NRL grand final will be played on the same weekend next year, but they’ll be on opposite sides of the country after a surprise call from Rugby Australia.
‘Scariest’ night of Maxwell’s life – and why he won’t talk about it
Glenn Maxwell describes it as ‘a bad night’, where he found himself lost in the middle of India after a drinking session. Seven years on, he’s still reluctant to share details of what happened.
Diamonds capitulate in horror loss as changing of the guard begins
Australia has lost the Constellation Cup for the first time in three years following a devastating third quarter which left both the Diamond’s captain and vice-captain dragged to the bench.
’Ice cream with my parents’: 15yo star’s plans after stunning cricket debut
Caoimhe Bray made a stunning WBBL debut at just 15 years, claiming a key wicket for the Sydney Sixers and striking the winning runs — before revealing how she’d like to celebrate.
Cummins’ affinity with ex-PM after ‘below the belt’ Langer attacks
In his new book Tested, Pat Cummins gives a revealing insight into his mentality, highlighting his admiration for a former PM that battled “ridiculous commentary” while in the top job.
Why NBL’s championship winner will never coach the Boomers
SuperCoach NBL: Round 6 player scores, standouts and busts
Top fantasy scorers and busts for round 6 of SuperCoach NBL – plus key players to target – revealed here.
NBL Late Mail: Delly set, Kings lose star, Cotton out
Huge edition of Late Mail with Matthew Dellavedova a chance to play United’s second game of the round, plus a star King and Bryce Cotton both out.
Radical call for kids to secretly film their teachers in class
Melbourne High students in hot water over muck-up day pranks
Seemingly innocent muck-up day pranks at the prestigious Melbourne High School have turned sour after a car was stripped of paint and a teacher injured. Now up to 30 students face disciplinary action.
Calls to open lush private schools for community use
Residents are pushing for expansive private school grounds to be available for locals to use, opening up billions of dollars worth of valuable parks, ovals and playing fields.
35 ‘safe zones’ where you can do a Facebook Marketplace swap
Geelong stabbing victim identified as well-known barber
A barber, who was stabbed to death at a popular Geelong party strip, has been remembered as a “ripper bloke” who had the world at his feet.
Mickleham convenience store gutted in suspicious blaze
The GrabnGo Cafe and Convenience store was gutted by flames overnight in a blaze feared linked to the state’s gangland tobacco wars.
Brutal call Aussie pet owners are being forced to make
The extreme wellness trends billionaires swear by
Are they taking wellness too far?
TikTok’s disturbing 20-minute time bomb revealed
TikTok may be all the rage on social media but there is a disturbing warning that comes with it.
‘Tough love’ brings change for drivers
Hoon drags tugboat down Perth highway
Just another average day in Perth.
Naked car points to the future
Auto giant unveils its wildest car yet, taking an interesting approach to high-performance motoring.
Photo reveals hidden danger at Aussie beach
Is this the end of inflight meals?
The once-standard complimentary snacks and meals in economy are slowly being phased out, replaced by ‘buy on board’ options.
’C-word’ you should never say Down Under
As one English backpacker recently learned, this innocent-seeming word makes Aussies irrationally angry, and should be avoided at all costs.
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