‘They don’t like to miss their lick of icy pole’: New theory on mafia hit
A new theory of how mafia captain and greengrocer John Latorre angered his bosses in Italy has emerged as a potential motive for his execution.
Victorian builders forced to fix shoddy work in industry overhaul
Home builders would be ordered to fix poor work after families have their keys and move in, under new powers for the industry watchdog and the establishment of “a one-stop shop for consumers”.
Labor MPs’ study tour with anti-Israel group
Tony Burke is among some Labor MPs who went on a study tour to Palestine partially funded by a lobby group accusing Israel of genocide and opposing the designation of Hamas as terrorists.
Imagine if Harris praised Hitler and called veterans ‘losers’
Donald Trump is brushing off stunning allegations that would surely end Kamala Harris’s campaign if they were levelled against her. It begs the question: can anything stop him?
Billionaire Tim Heath victim of kidnapping attempt in Estonia
Gambling magnate Tim Heath was attacked by men posing as painters who planned abduct and take him to a remote hide-out as part of a kidnap and possible extortion attempt, a court has heard.
Gambles that went bust: Every club’s best and worst future trade
There have now been 10 trade periods in which future picks could be moved by AFL clubs. Check out each sides’ best and worst move, including a big Magpie bungle.
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Heartbreak for the family of Chadwer Leah who died age 22
Sprinkler dropped from Melbourne tower highlights construction dangers
Carlton’s Future Trade Booms and Busts
Snake Catcher Removes Python From Kids’ Playhouse
Obama raps Eminem’s “Lose Yourself”
Fans throw barricades, punch on in Travis Scott Melbourne concert mayhem
King Charles and Queen Camilla wave farewell as they depart Australia
Police capsicum spray group of suspected neo-Nazi at pro-refugee rally
‘I want justice’: Family‘s plea after man drowns fleeing machete gang
The grief-stricken family of a young man who drowned in the Yarra River while trying to escape machete-wielding youths says knife crime in the city is “terrifying” as it urged the government to do more.
‘Really bizarre’: Ugly Demetriou gibe motivated Swans’ 2005 flag
In the latest episode of SACKED, Swans premiership coach Paul Roos reveals how former AFL CEO Andrew Demetriou served as motivation in their 2005 premiership season. LISTEN HERE.
Wood unveils ‘Walk of Champions’ plan to honour Aussie athletes
Lord mayoral hopeful Arron Wood aims to create a “Walk of Champions” to celebrate Aussie sporting heroes if elected, while incumbent Nick Reece and the Liberals have revealed their final pitches to voters.
Homeless man charged with murder over Bellfield stabbing
A homeless man has been charged with murder after a man who is reported to be a pharmacist was found dead inside his Bellfield home.
Abortion access in Victoria depends on where you live
A lack of public hospitals offering surgical abortions and practitioners failing to refer patients because of personal beliefs are among the issues limiting “basic healthcare rights” for Victorian women, experts warn.
New twist after Thorpe’s shock outburst at King Charles
Lidia Thorpe has made a shocking claim about who her allegiances lie with, as she refused to resign after she shouted at King Charles.
Bolt: Politicians cannot let Thorpe get away with breaking her oath
It’s time for the politicians wittering their dismay and issuing futile calls for Lidia Thorpe to resign from parliament to get serious about kicking the race-baiting Senator out.
Bolt: Rich and powerful finally to live with reality of mass immigration
Federal MP Monique Ryan suddenly isn’t so open-armed about welcoming migrants after Jacinta Allan announced some will live in new towers — next door to her and her voters.
What is the name for the conducting wire in a light bulb?
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
Chilling moment terrorists attack defence company
Disturbing images show male and female attackers storming the headquarters of Turkey’s biggest defence firm, leaving at least five dead.
Victorians could get a day off to celebrate Aboriginal culture
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has left the door open to a new public holiday to celebrate Aboriginal culture, as part of Treaty talks.
Builders hit with $1m in fines over potentially deadly ‘missiles’
Construction companies have been hit with more than $1 million in penalties in the past two years after objects including heavy metal brackets plummeted from Melbourne buildings.
‘Furious’ wife hits out at Nomad boss over Nazi symbol scandal
The wife of Nomad boss Alan Yazbek has revealed he is no longer running the restaurant group, saying she was “furious” after he was charged with displaying a Nazi symbol at a pro-Palestine rally.
Bec Judd’s plans to design golf gear and travel the world playing
Melbourne influencer Bec Judd — who says she’s become a golf “addict” and plans to design a golf fashion range and travel the world playing the game — is the face of the Australian Open’s new fun 19th party hole.
AFL free agents: Enigmatic Tiger and Dons father-son pick culled
The future of a premiership Tiger remains in limbo after Richmond made two further list changes, while at the Bombers a former father-son draft pick has been delisted.
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.
Owe owe owe! How to brace for a stressful spending season
The coming summer looms financially as the toughest time many have experienced, so here’s how to prepare rather than perish.
QBE misled half a million customers, lawsuit alleges
The insurance major is accused of misleading customers on discounts for products including home, contents and car protection.
$49 flights: Virgin’s massive million fare sale
Virgin Australia has slashed more than one million airfares for one week only in a network-wide sale, with prices as low as $49. See where you could go.
Revealed: Bendigo’s 50 most powerful people ranked
From industry leaders to community stalwarts, we’ve ranked Bendigo’s most powerful people. Who will be number one? Today we reveal numbers 10-6.
Prominent Mildura winery owner hit with stalking allegations
A well-known Mildura winery owner has been accused of inappropriate behaviour towards a woman, with one alleged incident happening near a public toilet.
Traffic light study could provide answers into Mila’s death
A traffic light study at a “notorious” Endeavour Hills intersection could provide important details into the death of three-year-old girl Mila.
Cobram man found not guilty of rape
A Cobram man who was accused of raping a woman multiple times has been found not guilty by a jury.
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.
‘Too little, too late’: Crucial detail missing from Allan govt home plan
The Victorian government’s plans to boost the state’s new housing supply with 27 development precincts have been panned by industry bosses. Here’s what experts say the plan fails to answer.
Pallas slugs taxpayers $66k for latest overseas jaunt
Tim Pallas has used a 15-day travel junket to explore new strategies and potential investors to tackle Victoria’s record debt, slugging taxpayers $66,000 for the tour of the US and Canada.
Take the Mega Shark Quiz now!
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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.
23,000 kids take a stand with social media blackout
More than 20,000 Aussie schoolchildren are giving up social media for 24 hours today, as part of a national campaign to raise awareness of the dangers.
Mark Bouris reveals a Twitter stalker came to his house
As part of Unplug24 – which encourages Aussies to abstain from social media today – one of the nation’s best-known businessmen has spoken about a Twitter stalker invading his private life.
‘Very serious’: Thousands of North Korean troops in Russia
America is sounding the alarm after confirming thousands of North Korean troops are in Russia with the possible intention of joining the war with Ukraine.
Shocking moment drunk driver nearly rams Kamala Harris’ car
Stunning footage has emerged showing a ‘drunk driver’ within inches of colliding head-on with the motorcade of Kamala Harris, in a near-miss less than two weeks from the US election.
Unions lay down the law as Qantas faces more turbulence
Qantas is facing a new stoush with unions after short-haul pilots rejected a hefty 26pc pay rise, adding to the woes faced by the airline’s new chief executive Vanessa Hudson.
ASX to slip on US falls; HMC’s $2bn data play
HMC raising $300m for $2bn Global Switch data centre buy. Under-pressure Super Retail’s sales up. Brambles slower 1Q ‘unsurprising’. 25pc chance of White exit from WiseTech: Morningstar. BlueScope cut to neutral on pricing strain.
Woolies, Coles hit back at ACCC over ‘discounts’
Coles and Woolies have defended accusations of fake discounts by saying almost all were price hike requests from food and grocery suppliers hit by a ‘sudden outbreak of inflation’.
AFL star’s $5m late career move
Freshly re-signed GWS star Callum Ward is chasing a $5m off-field payday.
Meet the celebrities who made careers out of selling real estate
Sometimes in the fickle world of entertainment, even celebrities have to look for other work from time to time. See the list of superstars who have transitioned to a career in real estate.
‘Poor imitation’ highlights gulf between Sydney and Melbourne
A new TV show is set to highlight the dramatic and sometimes bitter differences between Sydney and Melbourne when it comes to our homes.
Teams’ surprise move after nasty Block spat
A contrite Mimi mends fences after the ugly Block dinner storm, but only after first clearing it first with one person. While one team’s landscaper cops a penalty for digging without permission.
Personal trainer ‘drugged by Diddy and passed to celebs’
In the latest horror lawsuit claim, Sean “Diddy” Combs has been accused of drugging and passing a personal trainer “around like a party favour” to other celebs.
‘Unsettling’: Horror sequel is no party
Smile 2 finds searingly memorable and distinctly shocking ways to improve upon its macabrely malevolent predecessor, writes Leigh Paatsch.
Royal wrap: Charles and Camilla’s Aussie tour in pictures
From an unexpected kiss, to getting sneezed on by an alpaca, King Charles and Queen Camilla’s Aussie tour came with plenty of twists and turns. See the highlights as captured by our photographers.
Ex-Abercrombie CEO charged over twisted sex crimes
The former boss of clothing store Abercrombie & Fitch, Mike Jeffries, has been charged over a twisted scheme to sexually exploit male models.
Williams eyes Melbourne Cup with Geelong Cup winner
Champion jockey Craig Williams says import Onesmoothoperator looks well placed for the Melbourne Cup after his dominant Geelong Cup win.
Fixture: Blues want out of Rd 0, potential season opener revealed
‘Still really raw’: Supercars veteran makes final call on future
Public’s shock verdict in Warner v recycled openers debate
Whittaker one boilover away from world title shot in Sydney
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Sattler out to revolutionise player agent industry
Sattler out to revolutionise player agent industry
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Geelong’s Best and Worst Future Trades
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LeBron James pranks his son ahead of his Lakers debut
MMA fighter’s disgraceful move during professional boxing debut
Hunger Games of Glasgow: Discover the Sports that Survived
The 22 AFL players that remain in contract limbo
Ahead of a ‘Super Draft’, clubs are cutting their lists hard. With the total number of delisted players set to eclipse 100, there are still plenty of players nervously awaiting a call on their futures.
The Mundine mistake battered Tszyu cannot afford to make
Like so many champion Australian boxers, Tim Tszyu is at a crossroads right now. And the next decision he makes will define Tszyu’s legacy. He can’t be afraid to chase greatness, writes JAMIE PANDARAM.
Plenty of answers, but no direction from AFLW’s leaders
The AFL finally fronted up after a week where the AFLW comp copped fire from every direction. But Laura Kane and Emma Moore’s answers didn’t satisfy ELIZA REILLY.
‘It’s best for the team’: Marnus responds to Warner’s opener call
Marnus Labuschagne has responded to David Warner naming him as a candidate to open the batting this summer in Australia’s Test series against India.
’We’re ready’: Mullins visits Melbourne Cup pair
Irish trainer Willie Mullins made a lightning visit to Werribee to view Vauban and Absurde and left a happy man as the pair gears up for another shot at the Melbourne Cup.
‘He’s that guy’: Volk comes out swinging for underfire Tszyu
Alex Volkanovski has launched a passionate defence of Tim Tszyu after the Aussie boxer’s shattering defeat to Bakhram Murtazaliev, hitting back at the armchair critics.
NBL Late Mail: Cotton reveals gruesome rib injury
Boomers’ big player issue as coach candidates emerge
The Boomers are looking for a coach — and players — for crucial upcoming clashes, an ex-AFL man eyes a hoops return and ‘Aussie Monsta’ makes a big impression on the NBL. This and more in CROSSCOURT.
SuperCoach NBL: Round 5 player scores, standouts and busts
Top fantasy scorers and busts for round 5 of SuperCoach NBL – plus key players to target – revealed here.
Calls to open lush private schools for community use
‘Bullish behaviour’: Priest slams school’s stance on religious crosses
A Melbourne pastor has praised Methodist Ladies’ College students for speaking out about being told not to wear religious cross necklaces, dubbing the school’s actions as “bullish”.
Schoolgirl speaks out after muck-up day Macca’s prank goes viral
A Melbourne schoolgirl has spoken out about being part of a famous Maccas muck-up day stunt that has gone mega viral, amassing more than 46 million views worldwide.
Cost of living crisis behind surge in retail crime
‘Justice for Dad’: Russell Hill’s daughter moves to sue Greg Lynn
The daughter of slain high country camper Russell Hill has made a move to sue Greg Lynn after he was found not guilty of her father’s murder.
Hawthorn cinema flasher lurked in toilet cubicle
Police are hunting a man who hid in a toilet cubicle at Lido Cinemas on Glenferrie Road before exposing himself to two women.
Womanizer has launched its first-ever on-skin vibrator
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Riding shotgun with an F1 star
Fresh Tesla challenger steps up
This ‘extremely important’ car has what it takes to shake up the motoring establishment.
Kia EV5 Australian details
Toby Hagon takes a tour of the Kia EV5 electric car.
I did The Ghan, nobody warned me about this
’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.
‘Aussie Philippines’ goes viral
Travellers are obsessed with this secret Aussie beach town which looks like the Philippines, and has accommodation for just $2 a night.
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