Lilydale mum owns up to trying to sell human toes on black market
A former animal shelter worker has owned up to her attempt at selling human remains on the black market, after they were coughed up by a dog surrendered following its owner’s death.
Record breakers, headline makers: Every club’s under-23s examined
How are your club’s under-23 players tracking? GLENN MCFARLANE looks at the young guns set to have the biggest impact in 2025.
Slug from Snug, bad bat: Winners and losers from all-time Test series
Australia’s selectors are perpetually under fire but they made two crucial calls which turned the series. But, ROBERT CRADDOCK writes, Australia’s drought-breaking win over India may yet claim some casualties.
Radio wars: Can Kyle & Jackie O win over Melbourne in 2025?
2024 proved to be a drama-filled year on Melbourne’s airwaves, but with fresh new line-ups and the return of some controversial names, experts have revealed what local audiences can expect in 2025.
Plane’s wheels explode in runway drama at Melbourne Airport
An Etihad plane travelling from Melbourne-Abu Dhabi with close to 300 passengers on-board had to abort its takeoff and slam on the emergency brakes in a frightening incident.
Driver dead after crash with stolen truck in Footscray
The alleged driver of a stolen truck evaded a number of attempts by police to stop the vehicle and ran a red light before a crash which killed a man in Footscray.
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Loved up Censori, Kanye celebrate milestone birthday in Maldives
There appears to be no trouble in paradise for rapper Kanye West and his Melbourne flame Bianca Censori as they celebrate her 30th birthday on a secluded Maldives island.
Date for Werribee by-election revealed
Voters in Melbourne’s west will head back to the polls next month to elect a replacement for long-serving Labor MP Tim Pallas in the seat of Werribee.
Novak Djokovic reveals his ‘trauma’ every time he visits Melbourne
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has revealed the ‘trauma’ he still experiences visiting Melbourne three years on after being locked in detention and deported during Victoria’s Covid crisis.
Golden Globes red carpet: Kidman dazzles on Hollywood’s big night
Aussie star Nicole Kidman has hit the red carpet as the Hollywood awards season officially begins. Follow updates
Renewed hope for Aussie rate cut
Aussies hoping for a rate cut have received welcome news, as inflation is tipped to have fallen in the November monthly figures.
Kids injured in horror boating incident
Two children have been rushed to hospital after their “biscuit-style” inflatable crashed in a horror incident on a busy lake.
Campbell: There’s a very real chance Dutton will be our next PM
Shortly before Christmas pollsters produced a piece of research which shows exactly why, despite the size of the job in front of him, Peter Dutton may soon be leading our country.
Bolt: Old lies used to sell mass immigration have been exposed
We’re seeing how loyalty to Australia cannot now be assumed in sport or, indeed, in war.
Moment woman confronts home invader in Windsor
Alarming footage has captured the moment a woman confronts a man who broke into her home in Melbourne’s south east.
Teen thugs use social media to ‘thumb nose’ at weak laws
Young offenders are using social media to ‘post and boast’ about being pursued by police as crime sprees explode across Victoria, but politicians say there’s no need for tough new laws.
Melbourne dad kicks off new year with $20m jackpot
A northern suburb family has started 2025 as multi-millionaires after scooping the Powerball jackpot — cementing Melbourne’s north as a hotspot for lottery luck.
$200k salary to afford a home: Melburnians priced out of 212 suburbs
Melbourne families on less than $100k a year can afford houses in just two suburbs, with a $200k household income now needed in most areas. See what you need to earn to buy in every suburb.
PM makes his pitch as ‘unofficial’ election campaign begins
The unofficial 2025 election campaign is underway with Anthony Albanese launching a three-state blitz to start the new year. See where he is splashing the cash.
All the very best action on offer for AO Opening Week
Gates to Melbourne Park will be flung open today as the Australian Open gets rocking six days early, with more action on and off the court for fans than ever before.
New Orleans terrorist wore Meta smart glasses during attack
Chilling footage has revealed how Shamsud-Din Jabbar planned his New Orleans attack in the weeks before the carnage. See the video.
$500 flights: Best trips, cruises to book right now
Aussies are opting for these destinations for a quick-fix getaway that doesn’t break the bank, with international airfares as low as just $500. See the full list here.
From $70k to $1.3m: Mick’s 15-year journey to early retirement
Fear drove Mick to transform his finances when he was in his 40s and now, through sacrifice and planning he is looking at retiring 12 years earlier than he originally thought possible.
$3000 richer: How to make fast cash to grow your wealth
An Aussie mother has shed light on how she reeled in more than $3000 from items around the home to quickly boost her family’s bank balance. Here are some of the best hacks.
The rise and rise of the budget airline
Flying a low-cost carrier overseas may not be considered glamorous, but it is increasingly popular with budget-conscious travellers.
Accused $40k tech thief and ice dealer busted outside strippers
A Noble Park dad was busted outside a King St strippers lounge after he allegedly stole more than $40,000 in computer tech as well as allegedly trafficking meth.
Boronia man charged after 23 small business burglaries in east
A man is accused of carrying out more than 23 burglaries on small businesses across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs after police allegedly found safes and cash registers.
Italian nuns at forefront for best Shepparton kindie
An Italian order of nuns is at the heart of the Shepparton kindergarten named the best in the Goulburn Valley region. See where your kinder ranks.
Melbourne’s most iconic surprise concerts
From Mick Jagger turning up at a Richmond pub to Robbie Williams packing out Federation Square, Melbourne has a long history of global stars putting on surprise concerts.
Anger at state government as erosion puts surf club at risk
Hundreds of people have rallied at the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club to call on the Allan government to “act now” after years of planning and consultation.
New live baiting scandal rocks Greyhound Racing Victoria
The Allan government is being urged to call an inquiry into Victoria’s greyhound industry after a fresh live baiting scandal.
145 people rescued from state’s beaches in 24 hours
The number of people who had to be rescued at Victorian beaches was the highest in 20 years on Saturday because of the heatwave.
Fijian man in court over alleged Virgin crew rape
A Fijian man accused of raping a Virgin Australia crew member on New Year’s Eve while pretending to be a taxi driver has tried to cover his face outside court.
‘Failing’: Labor slammed over Aussie tradies shortage
Australia has 27,000 fewer apprentices and trainees than a year ago despite Labor’s promise to “rebuild” the nation’s skills pipeline.
Kim Jong-un’s bizarre new bans on North Koreans
Kim Jong-un is cracking down on his feared Westernisation of North Korea with strict prohibition of these two commonplace things.
Musk dumps support for UK’s Nigel Farage
The rise of Britain’s conservative political party Reform UK has taken a massive hit after billionaire Elon Musk sensationally withdrew his support for leader Nigel Farage.
Insignia fields $2.9bn bid after Bain rejection
The wealth manager’s share price has rocketed after receiving a higher takeover offer from US-based CC Capital Partners.
ASX 200 flat as iron ore falls weigh; Insignia soars on new bid
CC Capital trumps Bain takeover bid for Insignia. Infratil flags more CDC support as debt costs weigh on valuation. Shares in Goodman, Nine up after notable investor moves. Whyalla Steelworks restarts with unresolved issues.
Buy BHP, sell Rio: the top 12 tips from our stock experts
Giving your portfolio a makeover for the new year? Our expert stock pickers recommend buying BHP and Woolies, while ditching Rio Tinto and QBE. See what else they suggest.
Lose $23k+ in a year: Warning for any 2025 home investor
The average Australian property investor will lose money in their first year, with those in the nation’s two largest capitals likely to be more than $23,000 out of pocket in just 12 months. See how your city compares.
Family fun factor on steroids in epic Aussie back yards
Move over swimming pools and tennis courts. Skate ramps, rock climbing walls and motocross tracks are among the features that will have families frothing and home prices rising this year.
Listed: Every housing hand-out you can get
Never in Australia’s history has so much been handed out to help taxpayers have homes, with record financial leg-ups going as high as $56k in one state.
How Melb family got a home for $200k less than advertised
A Melbourne family has revealed how they bought a home for $200,000 less than it was initially advertised for, and why buyers in 2025 might not be so lucky.
Mary Fowler and Nathan Cleary share snaps from tropical holiday
Australian sport’s ‘it’ couple lapped up the sunshine and crystal blue waters of Hayman Island as they made the most of their off-season getaway.
Lindsay Fox’s Portsea property caught up in brazen crime spree
Billionaire Lindsay Fox’s Portsea compound is one of several luxury properties hit by a crime spree on the Mornington Peninsula after Christmas.
Andy Lee’s composure tested as celebs turn out for Portsea Pro
Celebs and footy stars have turned out in droves to put their golf skills to the test at the annual Portsea Pro, with a determined Andy Lee enlisting the help of an AFL legacy to better his game.
Nine scoops up Crows legend in footy media revamp
Another piece of the footy media puzzle has fallen into place with former Crows captain Rory Sloane signing on with Nine.
Most unplayable bowler in a generation: Inside Boland’s SCG stunner
Scott Boland’s 10-wicket haul in the Sydney Test was a special performance. In fact more than special, with statistics revealing his dominance of India outshone any bowler of the past two decades.
Hewitt handed horror Aussie Open qualifying debut draw
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India mock ‘soft’ Australians over day one Konstas blow-up
Indian coach Gautam Gambhir has fired back at Australia – and coach Andrew McDonald – to reignite the war of words sparked by Sam Konstas’ battle with Jasprit Bumrah on day one.
Every player rated: Aussies heroes soar, spent forces cost India
Australia has reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy – and have cult heroes to thank for it. Meanwhile, India might have been better off if some of theirs had stayed at home. Every player rated.
Cummins takes swipe at critics as Australia seals ultimate redemption
Australia’s series win capped an extraordinary turnaround in fortunes, after they were hammered following their series-opening defeat in Perth. And Pat Cummins didn’t forget the barbs.
Why A-League battlers and one giant have big decisions to make
After horror form it’s time for two clubs to make changes while an A-League giant has a coaching decision to make. Socceroos great ROBBIE SLATER and MARCO MONTEVERDE pick apart the big issues in The Tackle.
Tim David tees off as brutal Hurricanes fell Strikers
The Hurricanes were brutal from the first over, highlighted by a bouncer which rattled Chris Lynn, and made it four wins on the trot after Tim David erupted to overcome the Adelaide Strikers. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
The nervous 9999s: Smith’s SCG heartbreak
Not everything went Australia’s way on a landmark day in Sydney, with Steve Smith suffering heartbreak only one other man can truly relate to.
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Lowest cut-off scores for more than 800 courses at Victorian universities
The lowest ATAR entry score for more than 800 university courses across Victoria can be revealed. Search our database by course, institution and score.
VCAA execs took overseas trips on eve of exam bungle
Executives from the embattled Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority took nine overseas trips in the past financial year, while just $82,000 was spent on exam “setting and vetting”.
Tradie allegedly leaves customers with non-compliant buildings
Inside tense meeting where Commancheros met with ‘80 f***ing blokes’
Seventeen days before underworld figure Mitat Rasimi was murdered, there was a tense meeting where four Comancheros were severely outnumbered and told they’d be allowed to “walk out alive”.
Alleged booze syndicate stole more than $130k worth of alcohol
Three men have been accused of running a booze syndicate that moved more than $130,000 worth of alcohol around Melbourne.
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Driver arrested after fatal crash
One person has been killed and another man arrested after a horror car crash in an inner-city suburb.
‘F***wit’: Aussie’s fury over parking ticket
A man has received backlash after posting footage on social media of the moment he confronted a NSW parking inspector.
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Australia’s top Instagram posts of 2024
Australia boasts the world’s most popular national tourism body account on Instagram. And there are some absolute corkers among the most popular posts of 2024.
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