‘Settled the score’: Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said ‘evil suffered a severe blow’, as dramatic drone footage showed the final desperate act of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
Soaring wholesale electricity price dashes hopes of bill relief
Victoria’s wholesale electricity prices have risen by 114 per cent in the past year, dampening the prospects of relief for power bill pain in 2025.
Giant bans extreme? Maybe, but a line in the sand had to be drawn
In May, the Giants were educated about the prevalence of violence against women, which is why their “Wacky Wednesday” antics were so jarring. The AFL had to act, writes Lachlan McKirdy.
‘Unhinged slurs’: Strong views from council candidates revealed
Labelling a Jewish organisation a “fascist group dedicated to terrorism” and celebrating being arrested are among the extreme views held by some Victorian council candidates.
Life behind bars? Greg Lynn to learn sentencing fate
High country killer Greg Lynn will today find out if he will spend the rest of his life behind bars for the murder of missing camper Carol Clay.
‘Unconscious’: New Liam Payne death theory after autopsy
Autopsy results have raised a key question over the death of former One Direction star Liam Payne, as police quizzed two women who may have been the last people to see him alive.
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Liam Payne first audition on The X Factor
Two people stabbed at Melbourne shopping centre
2024 trade period winners and losers
One Direction’s Liam Payne falls to death at Argentina hotel
Prince William Wows Fans with Impressive American Football Skills at London NFL Event
Inside North Richmond housing commission flats
New baby Rhino at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Where your caravan is most likely to be stolen in Victoria
A suburb in Melbourne’s north has emerged as a Victorian hot spot for caravan thefts, and brazen thieves are taking off with the “highly valuable” vehicles in minutes.
Draft Intel: More pick swaps to come, Bombers target talks Hawks
The trade period reshaped the draft order and the pick swaps aren’t over yet. Plus, the Essendon target inspired by Hawthorn and the ‘born leader’ with a connection to Patrick Cripps.
Hormone therapy a lifesaver for women with early menopause
A world-first study has revealed the massive health benefits hormone therapy can have for young women with a rare form of early menopause.
AFL in ‘disbelief’ as Giants cop fines, bans for Wacky Wednesday
The AFL has come down hard on GWS after their Wacky Wednesday skits, with six players whacked with suspensions and others facing financial penalties.
Beloved Vic confectionery makers behind Cadbury eggs issue dire gas plea
A beloved company behind Cherry Ripes and Crunchies is among a string of Victorian-based businesses crying out for a government hand up after its gas bill doubled to $5m and its operating costs skyrocket.
In what decade was the DeLorean car first produced?
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
Panahi: Miserable moaners out in force after Giants’ scandal
Greater Western Sydney’s ‘wacky Wednesday’ antics left the easily spooked football world in a tizz, triggering the joyless Karen brigade despite the celebration being a private affair.
Panahi: Albanese govt’s First Nations envoy a woke role that exists nowhere else
A country’s foreign policy should never be compromised with identity politics or racial grievances so Australians are entitled to ask why we now have an Ambassador for First Nations Peoples.
Bruce’s ‘million dollar’ claim in rapist appeal
Bruce Lehrmman’s lawyer says he should be awarded a seven-figure sum if his defamation suit loss to Network 10 is overturned on appeal.
‘My downfall’: Smith’s message to trade critics, reasons behind move
Bailey Smith has opened up on why he chose Geelong and thanked his former club. But he also had a pointed message for his detractors. Plus, he speaks for the first time as a Cat.
‘Searching for laughs’: Le Mis, as you’ve never seen it before
Beloved musical Les Miserables will come to Melbourne in 2025 with Little Britain legend Matt Lucas in a starring role — so you’d better believe it will be different to the shows you’ve seen before.
AFLW: Free-wheeling Bulldogs crush Blues’ faint finals hopes
The Blues are officially out of the AFLW finals race after a shock 33-point loss to the Bulldogs, with the Dogs providing a stunning response to last week’s dour affair with the Bombers.
Shattered homeowners in legal standoff with luxury builder
Customers of bust Melbourne building firm Varaich Homes are now considering legal action against a bayside luxury builder after discovering their contracts listed another construction company.
Elderly man ‘randomly’ slashed at Melbourne Reject Shop
A woman has been arrested and an elderly man rushed to hospital after he was randomly slashed across the neck at a Moonee Ponds Reject Shop on Thursday.
Branson to co-pilot first crewed stratospheric balloon flight
Billionaire entrepreneur Richard Branson will co-pilot the world’s first stratospheric balloon flight and the price for a seat on board is not for the faint-hearted.
Don’t blame us for rental crisis: RBA
The RBA is shifting the blame for the rental crisis, saying Australia needs more of this to solve the issue.
Top Deals: Get up to 70% off
Savvy Aussies can score huge savings across a range of popular brands including Apple, Dyson, Oodie and KitchenAid. See this week’s top deals.
10 savvy switches that can save you $15,000 a year
Bill shock is hitting Australians hard, but there are plenty of ways you can slash your annual spending by thousands of dollars.
Inside Vogue’s big shopping night
Ahead of Vogue American Express Fashion’s Night Out 2024, here’s a look at what you can expect and the shopping deals on offer.
Accused Bendigo rapist‘s alleged abuse aired
An accused Bendigo rapist will fight allegations at trial that he left a woman “really scared” during the alleged abuse, a court has heard.
Revealed: Meet Victoria’s Class of 2025’s school leaders
Victorian schools have begun announcing their 2025 leadership teams. See which students have been selected as school captain, vice-captain and more.
Crummy mummy blew stolen $600k on meth and Airbnbs
A Gippsland mum took taxpayers to the cleaners for $600,000 which she splashed on meth, Airbnbs, Menulog, Gucci and Apple.
Missing Ballarat man’s belongings found by police
The belongings of a missing elderly Ballarat man who suffers from dementia have been found following an extensive search by police and SES crews.
Inside T2 co-founder’s $14m Middle Park home
The tea connoisseur has popped her waterfront up for sale that features a large back yard and freestanding bathtub, which could smash Middle Park’s residential price record.
Controversial Airbnb tax passes parliament
The cost of holidaying in Victoria is set to increase after the Allan government’s controversial “Airbnb” tax passed parliament, with the 7.5 per cent hike on short stay bookings beginning in January.
War of words after heated exchange at lord mayor forum
Deputy lord mayoral candidate Roshena Campbell has called out rival lord mayoral hopeful Arron Wood after a heated exchange at a voters’ forum, triggering a war of words between three teams.
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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.
Ex-Bronco Jamil Hopoate freed after Irish cartel-linked crime
Former NRL player Jamil Hopoate has been reunited with his children after he served jail time for his part in a 514kg cocaine haul.
‘Punting plunge’: Sportsbet ‘let accountant burn millions’
Sportsbet claims it demands punters prove evidence of their wealth, but an Aussie accountant was allowed to burn millions.
‘Mastermind of Oct 7’: How death of Yahya Sinwar could end war
A narrow path to peace has emerged with the killing of Hamas’ leader. Here’s how the ‘Butcher of Khan Younis’ orchestrated the war, and how his death could end it.
Liam Payne’s candid admission in last interview with me
The former One Direction star opened up about his struggle with the “good boy” image, revealing what he really wanted to be after leaving the boy band.
ASX 200 to fall as early cut hopes fade
Local shares to shy away from new records after strong jobs data effectively ends hopes of a 2024 rate cut. European Central Bank cuts rates again. Dow Jones leads Wall Street gains after US retail sales data beats estimates.
Renewables’ winter woes hit bill relief hope
An increase in wholesale costs last winter will put upward pressure on calculations to determine how much Australians will pay for electricity in 2025.
Double-digit dream is alive for super fund returns
Superannuation looks set for a sparkling year of double-digit investment gains, but experts warn anything can happen.
Melbourne’s vacancy rate rises as renters flee
Melbourne has experienced the biggest jump in its vacancy rate out of every capital city, as renters try to buy their way out of the rental crisis.
Best Aussie suburbs for home buyers, right now
These are the top suburbs to buy for Aussies looking for a new home right now.
Best and worst: Vacancy rates drop as rental crisis ramps up
Vacancy rates have further deteriorated across much of Australia, with just three cities recording a slight uptick in listings. See how your city or region compares.
$1m tiny house is so small that passers-by may miss it
Home hunters have been shocked by discovering that this city’s ‘smallest house’ that looks like it’s inside a tiny garage has hit the market for an astonishing seven-figure sum.
Thwaites is hoping to ride the Gravy train for many years
It’s an Australian Christmas classic song, now one of the actors bringing Paul Kelly’s How To Make Gravy to the screen predicts it’ll become a widely loved movie.
‘I made a tit of myself’: Aussie comedian’s boozy regret
Triple M and Fisk star Marty Sheargold reveals why he re-evaluated his lifestyle choices following an alcohol-fuelled blow-up at last year’s AFL Grand Final.
‘Bullying, discrimination’: Nine drops bombshell culture report
An independent report into a toxic culture at Nine has recommended 22 changes. The report, which was handed down on Thursday, found “a systemic issue with abuse of power and authority”.
Harry and Meghan’s new luxe holiday home after eviction
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have set their sights on a European country following their eviction from Frogmore Cottage by King Charles.
Aussies out of World Cup as insane streak is destroyed
Australia has been knocked out of the women’s T20 World Cup in devastating fashion – demolished by South Africa to end their incredible record in the event they’ve won six times.
Damien Oliver’s Caulfield Cup tips: Why the start holds the key
How Baynes lured Luc Longley back to basketball
AFLW run home: Roos go unbeaten, who makes the eight?
Inside Trade Period: Clubs exploiting right to ‘take the p***’
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Kostya and Nikita Tszyu reunited for first time in 11 years
Thug attacks rival NFL fans in viral video
Giant suspensions for GWS ‘Wacky Wednesday’
The Everest tips from the National Racing Newsroom
AFL draft prospect Jhett Haeata on the significance of his tattoos
Was the threat of walking Bailey Smith to the draft real?
Chris Davies on why Port Adelaide knocked back the initial Dan Houston mega trade
Brisbane not rushing to lock in Joe Daniher replacement
Expert tips: The Everest, King Charles, Caulfield Cup
Saddle up punters, Group 1 racing at Randwick and Caulfield headlines a bumper Saturday of spring carnival racing and the experts at Racenet and Punters have tips for The Everest, King Charles III Stakes and the Caulfield Cup.
How over 100 million could tune in for an Aussie takeover
Tim Tszyu and Mateo Tapia are getting set for an ‘Auslando’ takeover this weekend with ‘gigantic numbers’ expected to be tuning in on Sunday, as ads for the megafight roll out in prime time NFL slots.
ALM Attack: Why this may be the end of Mariners fairytale story
With the A-Leagues back for a new season, can the Mariners back up their heroics of recent years and make it three in a row, plus week one’s strange scheduling and more is on the agenda in the return of On the Attack.
No captain’s call: Why convention will be bucked for opener decision
Cricket convention will be bucked in the Australia A series with the decision over who opens – and gets first crack at pushing their Test case – ripped from skipper Nathan McSweeney.
Trade grades: How Eagles flunked Barrass, Baker deals
West Coast fans were livid with their club’s efforts at the trade table – and rightly so, writes JOSH BARNES, with the Eagles fleeced. See every trade graded.
Ricciardo’s one piece of advice to rookie who snatched his F1 spot
Liam Lawson will jump into Daniel Ricciardo’s former seat at RB from this weekend’s US Grand Prix. The young gun reveals the discussions he had behind the scenes at the Singapore Grand Prix – and the advice the Australian gave him.
NBL late mail: SuperCoach drama as host of stars in doubt
SuperCoach NBL experts reveal their round 5 trades
Every expert is bringing in the same player this week with one of their trades in SuperCoach NBL. After that, things get interesting. See all their moves here.
SuperCoach NBL: Round 4 player scores, standouts and busts
Top fantasy scorers and busts for round 4 of SuperCoach NBL – plus key players to target – revealed here.
St Kevin’s scraps leadership team event due to lack of interest
Glen Eira College hit with bullying, sexual harassment allegations
Glen Eira College has been met with a raft of serious bullying and sexual harassment allegations in two petitions signed by almost 100 people, calling for the school to prioritise students’ wellbeing and safety.
Damning review urges Vic schools to end exclusion of disabled kids
The most comprehensive review of Victoria’s state schools in years has recommended a raft of changes to the education system, including an end to the exclusion of disabled children and a review of potentially deadly physical restraints.
6-minute guide: Major moments in Greg Lynn’s trial ahead of his sentencing
Land Forces protest: The six faces police are yet to track down
A taskforce investigating last month’s wild Land Forces protest has identified all but six people they are seeking allegedly involved in last month’s violent Land Forces protest. See their faces.
Eye-watering cost of baguettes, juice to fuel protest cops revealed
The amount spent on food and drink for police on night shift at the frontline of Melbourne’s ugly Land Forces weapons expo protests has been revealed. So too has the cafe that supplied it.
Kati Thanda in flood is a rare phenomenon you need to see
TikToker’s hilarious take on how to combat swooping magpies
Move over Dr Dolittle: Australia has a bird whisperer with the ability to calm a flock of magpies with one easy trick.
Is there any truth in the viral October Theory? We asked an expert
Change is in the air
Two dead in horror Harbour Bridge crash
‘Smoking mode’ comes to cars
The new Deepal S07 electric car watches to see if you light up while on the road.
Staggering detail in wildest Ferrari ever
This is the most exclusive, expensive, and fastest car set to roll into Ferrari showrooms around the world.
See ya Fiji, I’m going here instead
‘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.
’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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