‘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.
‘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 “terrifing” as it urged the government to do more.
Vic 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.
‘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.
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
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King Charles and Queen Camilla wave farewell as they depart Australia
Police capsicum spray group of suspected neo-Nazi at pro-refugee rally
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
Geelong restaurant enters liquidation owing $239k in super
A family-owned restaurant franchise has been placed into liquidation, with one of its local eateries owing $239,000 in superannuation.
Aussie budget takes out bronze medal
Australia’s budget surplus is one of the best in the world, but it’s not all good news for the economy.
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.
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.
$18k scam: Launching Place shed builder’s sob story for victims
A dodgy Launching Place shed builder told bogus sob stories to victims after pocketing their deposits and bunking off the job.
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.
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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.
‘This is war’: Trump, Musk accuse UK of election interference
Prime Minister Keir Starmer went into damage control after a bombshell complaint to the Federal Election Commission over ‘the UK Labour Party’s blatant’ attempts to boost Kamala Harris.
‘We strike in Iran’: Israel’s major escalation as 20,000 flee Gaza
Iran will “pay a heavy price” as Israel confirms its plan for retaliation. Meanwhile 20,000 people are evacuating Northern Gaza on foot as fighting intensifies. See the videos.
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 fall on US slump; Super Retail, Fortescue in focus
Annual meetings at Fortescue, Super Retail, Challenger. 25pc chance of White exit from WiseTech: Morningstar. Tesla soars after hours on surprise profit jump. Boeing’s biggest quarterly loss since Covid.
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.
Metal lords Metallica to tour Australia: How to get tickets
Metallica will head back down under for their first shows here in 12 years at the end of 2025 as promoters flood the market with new tours. See tour dates and how to get tickets.
‘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
Public’s shock verdict in Warner v recycled openers debate
The 22 AFL players that remain in contract limbo
The Mundine mistake battered Tszyu cannot afford to make
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AFLW Agenda: ‘Reprehensible’ that stars not safe from abuse
It was a huge week for the AFLW, from GWS’ fury to a burst pipe to a torrent of social media abuse towards a Tigers star. ELIZA REILLY runs through the hits and misses from Week 8.
‘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.
WNBL stars have their say on team to beat, MVP fancies
The WNBL’s best have made their predictions, and while there are many potential MVP winners, there is one team that has the league looking on with envy in the title race.
LeBron, Bronny James make NBA history with father-son appearance
Future basketball Hall of Famer LeBron James created more history when he appeared alongside his son Bronny for the Lakers to become the first father-son duo to play together in the NBA.
Boomers’ big player issue as coach candidates emerge
NBL Late Mail: Cotton reveals gruesome rib injury
“I did a pretty good number on it”. Four-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton has lifted the lid on a rib injury that saw him hospitalised over the weekend.
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
Man arrested after body found in Bellfield
A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found dead inside a northern suburbs apartment block.
‘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.
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Fresh Tesla challenger steps up
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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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