Victoria to be ‘open for business’ under bold Allan govt plan
Major economic reforms are set to be announced by the Allan government in a bid to boost new investment in Victoria and ease the burden on businesses across the state.
‘Business as usual’: Secret CFMEU war erupts amid bikie chaos
Exiled union supremos are waging a shadow war for control of the CFMEU, as it can be revealed bikies were recruiting prisoners to work on building sites once released.
‘Heart’ of CFMEU bikie network exposed
Unions are pushing for a national ban on labour hire to kick bikies and organised crime out of the construction industry.
Residents ‘terrified’ as crime wave hits Mornington Peninsula
Residents of the southern suburbs have detailed the horrifying moments they were targeted by armed offenders as an onslaught of break-ins and burglaries sweeps the peninsula.
How Assange’s father is derailing his chance of a pardon
Australia spent significant political capital to get Julian Assange out of prison while the US attempted to extradite him on spying charges — but now his father has intervened.
Dan Andrews’ group among orgs with anti-ban links to media giants
Dan Andrews is the chairman of an organisation that is opposed to an aged-based social media ban, and there’s a crucial detail they did not disclose.
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Police seize $8 million worth of vapes in Melbourne raid
Evidence removed from Dumbalk property after shooting
French Impressionist masterpieces coming to Melbourne in 2025
CHOGM Day 3: Anthony Albanese welcomed to Samoa
Offenders set fire to vacant grocery store in Morwell
Where billionaires hide their toys
How Lachy Poole drove 4WD to social media stardom
Meet the family of Donald Trump
Housing scorecard: Industry experts rank Jacinta Allan’s reforms
Four property industry experts have had their say on each of the eight housing reforms announced by the Premier this week. See how they rate them.
New Premier’s promise for ‘fresh start’
Queenslanders have chosen who they want to lead them for the next four years.
Live: Can Rob Whittaker lock in title fight?
Max Holloway is enjoying a late career resurgence, and Aussie Alex Volkanovski has had a huge part to play in it. Find out why ahead of his bout with Ilia Topuria, which you follow live here on Sunday morning.
Fears Iran will unleash Hezbollah ‘sleeper cells’ after Israel’s strike
Iran could unleash its sleeper cells in the west in response to Israel’s strikes, a former British commander has warned asHezbollah fired a barrage of rockets at Israeli forces. See photos, video.
Man arrested after alleged abduction attempt
Police have arrested a man who allegedly attempted to abduct a woman in broad daylight on Friday.
Labor candidate for Flinders accidentally leaked
A Mornington Peninsula councillor with a history of backing Teals and the CFMEU has been accidentally revealed as a Labor candidate for the next federal election.
‘I screech at Kings, swear at cops’: When Lidia rings Centrelink
This is what happens when Lidia Thorpe phones Centrelink. See the transcript here, written by Patrick Carlyon for quality assurance and solely opinion purposes.
Is the high cost-of-living an excuse for petty theft?
The rationale for supermarket rorting is straight-forward in many people’s minds: if they treat us like idiots, we’ll treat them like idiots. But does that make it right, asks Angela Mollard.
Fresh details about life of high country killer Greg Lynn revealed
Greg Lynn tried to become a fighter pilot in the Australian Air Force and was at one point the leader of a Christian youth group, a court was told ahead of his sentencing for the murder of missing camper Carol Clay.
‘She won like Winx’: J-Mac claims 100th Group 1 in record Cox Plate triumph
James McDonald became a Cox Plate legend with his third consecutive win in the race taking him to his 100th Group 1 success as Via Sistina smashed Winx’s track record.
Crowds bring the colour to the 2024 Cox Plate
Racing crowds have been soaking up the sunshine and the electric atmosphere at a packed Moonee Valley Racecourse for the Cox Plate.
Indian squad ‘soft spot’ massive boost for McSweeney and Konstas
India have chosen a Test squad with a soft spot – and it may well shape the biggest Australian Test call in years as the selectors decide on a new opening bat.
Harris launches ‘secret weapon’, Trump plans huge NYC rally
Kamala Harris will be joined on the campaign trail by Michelle Obama as Donald Trump prepares to hold a massive rally in a legendary New York arena.
Flinders St Station subway looks like a ‘urinal’. Is it time for an upgrade?
Lord mayor hopefuls are among the many Melburnians calling out the “unacceptable” state of the Flinders Street Station underpass as swathes of brown grime and rust spoil the historic landmark.
SOG operatives respond to staged critical emergency on cruise ship
Over 240 police officers, paramedics and role players staged an intense mass stabbing attack on-board the Spirit of Tasmania to test the skills of all first responders. See the pictures.
Huge step Aussies are taking to avoid blackouts
Amid increasing concern about summer blackouts and the effect of extreme weather, more Aussies are seeking their own ways to keep the power on.
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.
Small career changes that could add up to $40k to your pay
Some Aussie workers could boost their salary by up to $40,000 by making small career switches that require minimal training. Find out where these opportunities exist.
Big news for Qantas frequent flyers
Qantas is about to release 20 million domestic reward seats for members of its Frequent Flyers program.
Best of the Weekend
Price: Suburban housing towers will make Melbourne unliveable
Premier Jacinta Allan’s plan for suburban housing towers in Brighton, Toorak, Malvern, Armadale and Hawksburn is going to ruin Melbourne.
AFLW star Rocky Cranston felt great. Turns out, she had kidney disease
AFLW star Richelle “Rocky” Cranston was at the top of her game before she suddenly went blind in one eye. She had been living with chronic kidney disease — she just didn’t know it.
Silk sash bash: Inside racing’s most beloved fashion tradition
Fashions on the Field offers many accolades, but none as coveted as the sash. Enthusiasts fought to save the sash and now they continue to honour it.
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.
Mornington Peninsula’s top dog scores massive pay rise
One of Victoria’s best paid local government executives just got a $125,000 pay bump, after accepting a new role in Queensland.
Passenger allegedly tried to ‘head butt’ flight crew
A flight from Perth to Auckland was forced to divert into Melbourne so federal police could arrest a man who allegedly tried to “headbutt” the cabin manager.
Leaked: Melb developer’s incentive to join luxe South Yarra gym
Wealthy property developer Tim Gurner, who once claimed “arrogant” workers need to be sacked, is charging eye-watering fees for memberships to his gyms. See the video and full list of what’s included.
Lara fought cancer twice but it was her unborn baby who saved her life
A Melbourne mum has revealed how she was saved from a rare, life-threatening tumour by a twist of fate, saying if she hadn’t been pregnant, she “may not have woken up the next morning”.
Shocked Shrine guides told they’re no longer needed for duty
Many long-serving volunteers at Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance have been told their services are no longer needed on school tours of the commemorative site.
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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.
Revealed: Worst NDIS delays facing Aussie families
One mother was told her son needed to wait 18 months for speech therapy as massive NDIS delays continue to anger Aussies. See the average wait time in your state, and the neglected suburbs.
Albo and CHOGM back landmark climate move endorsed by King
Anthony Albanese and other leaders at CHOGM have shown support for a climate initiative endorsed by King Charles. See the video.
Trump reveals ‘biggest mistake’ of his presidency
Donald Trump has told influential US media commentator Joe Rogan where his presidency went wrong, why the 2020 election was “rigged” and called the women of The View “stupid”. See the video.
How Barron became Trump’s secret election weapon
The youngest scion of the Trump dynasty has become the low-key kingmaker to a new American Camelot, built around the kooky cast of characters in the MAGA family.
CBA accused of bullying staff with return-to-office edict
The Finance Sector Union says the Commonwealth Bank’s decision to discipline or cut bonuses from workers who breach return-to-office rules is outrageous.
Qantas moves on after big mistakes
Qantas has declared it’s ready to move on from the ‘serious mistakes’ of the past, even as a new book threatens to dredge up events the airline would rather forget.
AusSuper backs White ‘demotion’ as WiseTech shares soar
The second largest external shareholder in WiseTech says the firm has a strong ‘long-term value’ proposition and Richard White was right to step down into a $1m a year consulting role.
Revealed: 200 suburbs where Melb rents have jumped $100pw+
Real estate experts have revealed soaring rental costs in some Melbourne suburbs could make them easy targets for future high-density housing development. See if yours is among them.
Racing Hall of Famer’s Vic farm for sale with 4 ponies, 80 cows
Australian horse racing legend Pat Hyland, whose wins include the Melbourne Cup and Cox Plate, and his wife Maree are saddling up to sell their farm an hour south east of Melbourne.
Key problem with Allan govt’s construction watchdog plan
Building groups have warned the Vic government’s plans to fix the state’s construction watchdog needs more than a new name, with evidence that the proposed key fix will ‘struggle’.
North Melbourne salami silos neighbour listed for $100m
A next-generation office building next door to North Melbourne’s Is Don Is Good salami silos has been listed for sale with expectations it could make more than $100m.
‘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’.
Kyle issues a challenge in bid to boost Melbourne ratings
Kyle Sandilands has put a call out to his Melbourne fans, asking them to recruit listeners to his KIIS FM breakfast show to give a boost to his flagging ratings.
Ex-Abercrombie CEO enters plea over twisted sex crimes
The former boss of clothing store Abercrombie & Fitch, Mike Jeffries, has entered a plea over a twisted scheme to sexually exploit male models.
Coldplay: Set list and sneak peek of Aussie tour
The British rock band are bringing their world-famous Music of the Spheres tour back to Australia and fans could be treated to an Aussie-inspired song. See the full set list.
WATCH: Stud drama, horror own goal light up crazy derby
A devastating opening 25 minutes from the Victory has helped them register a comfortable victory over arch rivals City, with a shocking goalkeeper error gifting Ryan Teague his second goal of the season. Watch it here.
‘Happy to meet’: Rugby Australia’s Israel Folau ice age begins thaw
Derby fancy comes up Aces in Vase thriller
Darwin Dreamtime draw: Key Don hurt in historic AFLW match
4331 days, 12 years: Unlikely hero bowls Kiwis to Indian boilover
Shorts
NRL Transfer Watch: Your Club’s Status as November 1 Deadline Nears
Tyler Harvey panics in court side interview
Via Sistina wins incredible 2024 Cox Plate
Josh Giddey ‘balled out’ in Milkwaukee
Sergio Ramos and Ilia Topuria weigh in
Jason Day on why it’s been so long since he returned to play in Australia
Daniel Ricciardo breaks silence, goes viral
‘His fourth child’: Glenn Maxwell on Warnie’s Augusta moment
‘No hesitation’: Watto’s bold call on protege Konstas
Shane Watson knows what it’s like to be hyped as the next big thing. When mentoring Sam Konstas he sees a player equipped to deal with the heat of Test cricket.
SACKED: The phone call which changed Paul Roos’ life
He’s the boy from Beverley Hills who became a legend of two AFL clubs. On the latest SACKED podcast, Paul Roos reveals the phone call which set him on the path to coaching greatness.
‘He’s a proper horse’: Baraqiel earns Group 1 shot
Late bloomer Baraqiel will step up to Group 1 company after a dominant win in the Group 2 McEwen Stakes at The Valley.
History made as droves of fans tune in to TikTok’s ‘Messi Cam’
There’s a new way for fans to watch Lionel Messi in action, with TikTok providing a special ‘Messi Cam’ for his MLS Cup playoffs debut with Inter Miami. Check it out here.
Vickerman’s call to arms amid unfair Goulding ‘flop’ criticism
As rival club owners, coaches and fans pile on Chris Goulding over ‘flop’ accusations, Melbourne coach Dean Vickerman has defended his star and called on the United faithful to come out in force for their club legend.
Anatomy of a rebuild: How Tigers, Eagles are taking different paths
They won flags between 2017 and 2020, now Richmond and West Coast are bottom-four clubs. MARK DUFFIELD looks at how both sides are plotting to get back to the top.
Boomers’ big player issue as coach candidates emerge
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.
NBL SuperCoach: Experts willing to get Hurt in double bonanza
With six teams on the double this week, you’d think there’d be options aplenty for SuperCoach NBL experts. However, there’s a world of Hurt awaiting for those who miss a Phoenix big man.
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.
‘Devastated’ family of devoted couple killed by truck pay tribute
How one of Victoria’s biggest, most brazen gold heists unfolded
It was a random Monday morning in the CBD when one of the biggest, wildest gold heists in Victorian history began.
$8m worth of illegal vapes found in Box Hill South warehouse
Police have busted a massive illegal nicotine vape haul worth about $8m after responding to reports of a burglary at a warehouse in Melbourne’s east.
The playgrounds for millionaire hoons
Why China is winning the EV war
China makes more electric cars than any other country – and some of them might take you by surprise.
I broke my golden rule for this car
This staggeringly brilliant – and expensive – sports car pushed its driver to start playing the lottery.
I did The Ghan, nobody warned me about this
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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