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The Allan government will abolish or merge a string of government entities.

Full ListVictoria21 minutes ago

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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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)

Opinion19 minutes ago

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

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.

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

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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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Police & Courts

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

One of the world’s most notorious drug kingpins has been jailed in Melbourne for leading a “highly sophisticated” international multi-billion dollar empire from overseas.

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

Forget WAGs: Meet Melbourne’s new style leaders

Vweekend magazine has launched Melbourne’s first Most Stylish List, celebrating accomplished women who use fashion as influence rather than decoration.

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Punter-turned-scammer spotted outside the slammer

We revealed last week jailed fraudster Bill Vlahos had been released, now we have proof that “Dollar Bill” is back in circulation, where we trust he’s not looking for more “investors” to fatten his wallet.

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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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English whipping boy cashes in on Aussie error after Starc’s magic

It was the Mitch Starc show early in Brisbane, taking two early poles. But should the Aussies have had three quick ones? Zak Crawley may be about to make Steve Smith pay.

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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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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 04: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland plays his second shot on the ninth hole 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)

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Surprise leader as Smith, McIlroy suffer mixed day at Aussie Open

After a rough start Rory McIlroy treated Melbourne fans to an Aussie Open show, while Cam Smith also had a mixed day. But it’s a left of field name leading the action. FOLLOW LIVE

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

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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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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

John Moriarty Football players celebrate a goal at an Indigenous Football Week Gala Day in Tennant Creek, 2024. Picture: Supplied

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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Nicki Gaylard (R) pulled her 14-year-old daughter Courtney (L) out of Renmark High School in SA last April after she was subjected to a presentation on relationships by charity Headpace that allegedly included references to bestiality. Picture: Supplied

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‘I lost my little girl that day’: Mum to sue over vile school sex ed talk

A furious mum says her daughter’s year 9 class was subjected to a sick school sex education talk on bestiality and “sister love” – now she’s planning to sue. Watch the interview.

Expert says bullying intervention can backfire

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Should kids stand up to bullies? Why this expert says no

Students who intervene when they witness bullying could be causing more harm than good, with new research challenging everything schools teach about bystander intervention.

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Principal Aaron Sykes was slashed following an alleged altercation

Principal allegedly stabbed by teacher in ‘traumatic’ scenes at Keysborough school

Keysborough Secondary College was plunged into lockdown after principal Aaron Sykes was stabbed in a terrifying incident. The teacher accused of attacking him was taken to hospital under police guard.

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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Joy Davies has survived melanoma - she's now supporting the launch of a national skin cancer tracker. Picture: Alison Wynd

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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Sunshine Harvester Primary School NAPLAN students Tahani, Jaden, Archie and Sean. Picture : Ian Currie

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These schools threaten to topple Vic’s elite colleges in NAPLAN results

Victoria’s academic elite face an unexpected shake-up as several schools storm into the top 20 NAPLAN rankings, displacing established performers. SEE ALL THE RESULTS

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia, pole position, looks to McLaren driver Lando Norris of Britain, after the second qualifying session at the Lusail International Circuit ahead of the Qatar Formula One Grand Prix, in Lusail, Qatar, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic)

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

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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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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The Pies don't have a breakout star

Your SayAFL

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

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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NOTE FEES APPLY - EXC Little Monsters unite- Gaga is in Australia! Lady Gaga turned heads as she sashayed into iconic hotspot Mr Wong’s for dinner with fiancé Michael Polansky and a friend. The trio dined for over three hours, soaking up the Harbour City before Gaga jets off to Melbourne to kick off her Australian tour this Friday.

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Gaga has landed: Pop star steps out with fiancé ahead of first Melbourne show

An understated Lady Gaga has arrived in Australia ahead of her Mayhem Ball tour, dining at a trendy restaurant with her fiancé Michael Polansky as she gets ready for her first show in Melbourne on Friday.

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Aerial firefighting crews are supporting ground crews as they battle a blaze near Raywood on Thursday afternoon. Picture: Eddie Russell

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Out of control fire raging north of Bendigo on 34C day

A bushfire north of Bendigo has been brought under control after on-ground firefighting crews were supported by multiple aerial crews.

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

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The homes under $300k no one wants

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Insane reason Aus home rents for $210k a week

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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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Dark Emu author Bruce Pascoe at the Ballawinne festival in Cygnet, Tasmania. Picture: LUKE BOWDEN

Bolt: Why does Australia protect race fakes like Bruce Pascoe?

Canada has cancelled celebrated “Cherokee” author Thomas King after exposing him as a racial fraud, while Australia continues protecting Bruce Pascoe despite similar allegations. Why do our cultural elites have such little respect for the truth?

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

Police & Courts

Two dead in car, motorcyle crash at Mentone

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

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Cancer council sunscreen for kids recalled over SPF issue

Several batches of a cancer council sunscreen for kids have been recalled, with the regulator urging consumers not to use the product.

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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.

Charlie Ndongo in action for Templestowe College on Day 2 of the 2025 Basketball Australia School Championships on the Gold Coast. Picture: Taylor Earnshaw

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Basketball Australia School Championships live stream hub

We’re set for a thrilling conclusion as Australia’s top basketball schools get set to fight for gold medals. Watch Championship and U20 Division 1 matches LIVE here.

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Doctor sentenced over Friends star’s death

The first person connected to Matthew Perry’s ketamine overdose has been sentenced to prison, with four others awaiting their fate in the coming months.

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Jesse Mahoney, manager at event company Front of House Production in Williamstown North, pleaded guilty to a raft of sex charges in the County Court on Thursday. Picture: Supplied

Grub music guru who worked with The Killers filmed sex act on teen

One of Melbourne’s leading live music stars who worked with the likes of The Killers performed degrading sex acts on a 14-year-old girl after meeting her through Snapchat.

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‘Subsidy to affluent’: Energy expert blasts Bowen’s solar sharer plan

The head of a university’s energy policy centre says he is one of the few people who will benefit from Chris Bowen’s controversial solar sharer proposal, because he has an electric vehicle.

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Business

LSKD sold $10m in just 60 minutes during Black Friday. Photo: News Corp Australia

BusinessAn hour ago

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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CellAED launched in Australia at the end of last year and is the world’s first personal defibrillator.

Customers in limbo as defibrillator company collapses owing $32m

A national home defibrillator maker has collapsed owing $32m, leaving thousands of customers who bought the $299 ‘lifesaving’ devices facing uncertainty over refunds.

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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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This Queenslander house at 100 Sydney Street, New Farm is going to auction on February 8

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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‘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.

Ballarat54 minutes ago

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.

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Residents urged to leave as firefighters battle Markwood blaze

Emergency crews are battling a bushfire at Markwood as the CFA issues a leave now warning for residents as conditions may change and get worse quickly.

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Photo: Hamish Blair A jet ski during a ride along with the Maritime Safety Officers on Port Phillip Bay on Thursday, January 16, 2014 in Melbourne, Australia.

POLLInner South

Jet ski ban looms for hoons on Melbourne’s busiest beaches

A unanimous council vote to ban jet skis from some of Melbourne’s hottest beaches could spell the end of the “showpony” bogans terrorising St Kilda pier. Have hoons ruined it for everyone?

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Victoria

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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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ExclusiveVictoria

The driver’s licence question that could solve Victoria’s organ donor crisis

Victoria’s shocking organ donor registration rate of just 23 per cent has prompted the government to overhaul the system by linking registration to driver’s licence renewals.

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ExclusiveVictoria

$21m to be poured into Victoria’s drug-driving crackdown blitz

Drug drivers face an unprecedented crackdown after Victoria Police secured a mammoth funding boost to ramp up roadside testing by 25,000 tests yearly.

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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

Directors of NDIS providor suspended after raids

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$40m of NDIS claims investigated, provider suspended

NDIS provider Hearts to Homes has been suspended following police raids as part of an investigation into an alleged multimillion-dollar fraud ring.

World

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The search for missing flight MH370 is back on: What to expect

Malaysia has announced the search for missing flight MH370 will resume, more than a decade after the plane carrying 239 people – including Australians – vanished. See what’s planned.

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Richard Marles has hinted at the future role of Australian troops in Ukraine.

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‘We will be there’: Australia’s big call on Ukraine

The potential role of Australian troops in any future Russia-Ukraine peace transition has been revealed.

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Real Estate

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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.

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How a car dealer built Beaumaris’ ultimate garage

A car collectors’ dream property in Beaumaris showcases a 200sq m basement that rivals most vehicle showrooms.

Newtown Brae, an grand 1851 residence at 15 Stephen St, Newtown, is selling with $6.5m to $6.95m price hopes.

Greater Geelong

Next chapter revealed for $6m Newtown mansion

A grand private home with National Trust heritage status has found new owners after seven months on the market.

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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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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Police probing assault on popular promoter in weeks before his death

Beloved nightclub promoter Trent Theodore — who died suddenly on Monday — had claimed a man bashed him outside his home last month, in an assault that is now being investigated by police.

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Star’s cryptic post hints at ultimate Aussie TV reboot

An Aussie acting favourite has teased a “very, very exciting” announcement, sparking fresh speculation of a reboot of a beloved drama.

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

Nathan Lyon has been dropped for the second time in three Tests – a move that will ‘rock’ the veteran spinner, and leave him facing an uncertain future.

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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)

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

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Watch: Broadcaster rips Poms in cheeky Ashes promo

Watch: Broadcaster rips Poms in cheeky Ashes promo

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 02: Pat Cummins arrives ford an Australia nets session at The Gabba on December 02, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

The Pat Cummins call will be left to the man himself. But he’s quietly become one of the modern era’s most powerful Australian cricket leaders.

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‘No stadium, no team’: The AFL gambled in Tassie — and won

DEVONPORT, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 18: Andrew Dillon, Chief Executive Officer of the AFL poses with (L-R) Taya Parker, Oliver Kelly, Jimi Partridge and Caitlin Evans during the Tasmania Football Club Launch at Paranaple Convention Centre on March 18, 2024 in Devonport, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

We will never know whether the AFL had a card to play if the Tassie stadium was voted down, but like all good poker players, their bluff was enough after 1000 days of fierce debate.

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Who’s Rory? Everything you must know about golf’s next $1b man

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 03: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland watches on prior to the Crown Australian Open 2025 at The Royal Melbourne Golf Club on December 03, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

He’s the biggest name in golf. But just who is Rory McIlroy, and what makes him so good? Here’s everything you need to know about golf’s next $1 billion man.

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Cummins on verge of bombshell Gabba return, Inglis locked in

Josh Inglis in, Pat Cummins second Test

Australian captain Pat Cummins is on the brink of an extraordinary comeback for the Gabba Test – while selectors have made the call on who will replace the injured Usman Khawaja.

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‘Not the best course in Melbourne’: Rory drops Aus Open bomb

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy hits out of a bunker during the Pro-Am ahead of the Australian Open golf tournament at the Royal Melbourne Golf Club in Melbourne on December 3, 2025. (Photo by William WEST / AFP) / --IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE--

Talk about endearing yourself to the locals. Australian Open drawcard Rory McIlroy couldn’t help himself when he was asked for his opinion of Royal Melbourne, where this year’s event is being played.

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Two swings that perfectly capture the whole Rory McIlroy story

Two swings that perfectly capture the whole Rory McIlroy story

Oscillating from the ridiculous to the sublime, Rory McIlroy is the most extraordinary ordinary golfer of his times. No one has been capable of thrilling and spilling as much as the Northern Irishman.

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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.

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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.

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‘Enraged’ teacher allegedly held knife to principal’s throat

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Machete-wielding man seen running down Werribee highway, sparking police chase

The man passed directly in front of a police car, appearing to flash his knife.

A man brandishing a weapon has forced police to close part of the Princes Highway in Werribee as dramatic scenes unfolded.

Police & Courts

Dark family past of teacher accused of stabbing Keysborough principal

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Kim was just four when his glamorous TV game show model mother vanished without trace, and the shadow hanging over his family has dogged this bright young man right up until shockingly violent events unfolded at his workplace this week.

Lifestyle

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

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

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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.

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”.

Original URL: https://www.heraldsun.com.au/