‘Bloody sensational’: Melbourne to host Australia’s first NBA game
Melbourne is set to make sporting history yet again, with a team of NBA superstars to play on Australian soil for the first time.
Bucket list: Australia’s 100 most delicious food experiences
Discover the best dining, drinks, produce and foodie experiences near you in a mouth-watering new take on the Delicious 100 list and vote for your favourite.
‘Hunger strike’: Murderer’s demands over boring jail food
Convicted murderer and drug trafficker George Marrogi has written a letter vowing he will not eat or drink until prison meal options are improved. See his requests.
Kerr admits ‘hostility’ to white cop as fiancee breaks down in tears
Sam Kerr told a London court she was commenting on “power and privilege” when she called a cop “f—ing stupid and white”, as her fiancee Kristie Mewis gave emotional testimony.
‘Brave and hot’: Kanye fires back at Bianca critics
Kanye West has defended Bianca Censori after her naked display at the Grammys, describing his “admiration” for his Australian wife as the model’s mum broke her silence on the incident.
‘Two sexes’: Dutton drops trans bombshell
Peter Dutton supports Donald Trump’s moves to ban trans people competing in sport against biological girls, and allowing it to occur is “not in the spirit of sport.”
Tania Buckley’s post breakup move scores almost $10m
Tania Buckley has ended an almost year-long effort to sell the Toorak mansion she bought with former husband, AFL great Nathan Buckley. But it was much less than she’d been hoping for.
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What we know about Sweden school shooter
New video of moment Japan Airlines plane slices through Delta jet
The NFL is coming to Melbourne
Seven teen boys charged after dangerous rampage but bailed hours later
Alternative angle of Philly plane crash shared
Planes collide at US airport
Man dies following suspicious Chapel St fire
New tech used to catch Melbourne criminals
‘More pain’: Aussies face higher power bills
Aussie households have been warned to brace for ongoing power bill increases over the next decade. See why and how it’ll affect you.
‘Too far’: Why clubs are to blame for spate of hamstring blows
Four players went down with serious hamstring injuries within a week. JOSH BARNES unpacks what’s happening – and why clubs may be to blame.
Five defenders you MUST consider in SuperCoach, including one big sleeper
Stuck with who you should pick in your SuperCoach defence? Check out these five options in this FREE guide – including a bona fide superstar coaches are sleeping on.
‘Cruel hoax’: Rail connection to Melbourne’s west 40 years away
The Allan government has defended its multi-decade plan to connect the west with the Suburban Rail Loop after criticism residents have been “strung along”.
Gutted ex-Eagles boss calls for change after Hunter death
Former Eagles boss Dalton Gooding has revealed he pushed for a club-controlled funding program for former stars during his time at West Coast, in the wake of the tragic death of Adam Hunter.
School’s early win in battle to kick out child of allegedly painful parents
Parade College in Bundoora has notched up a key victory in its legal tussle over its right to expel a student due to the behaviour of their parents.
Bond: DeepSeek isn’t a tech coup. It’s a threat to the West
Don’t give me any rubbish about freedom of speech for a country that doesn’t grant anyone else that right, writes Caleb Bond.
Panahi: Trump’s ban on trans athletes is a triumph, the AFL’s drugs approach is not
US President Donald Trump’s executive order banning biological men from competing in women’s sport shows he’s walking the talk while the AFL is doing anything but when it comes to player welfare.
‘Too young’: Dutton’s personal confession
Normally quiet on details of his personal life, Peter Dutton has shared rare insights into his first failed marriage that resulted in his first child.
Methanol poisoning parents’ heartache
The families of Australian teens who died from methanol poisoning in Laos are disappointed Laos authorities are yet to accept AFP help in the investigation.
What colour is the triangular section of the Czech Republic’s flag?
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
‘Fail’: Mental health access goes backwards
Fewer Australians are getting Medicare psychology appointments than before Labor halved the number of subsidised sessions to boost access.
Sorrento home of late Ron Walker sold against his final wishes
A Sorrento getaway owned by the late Aussie Grand Prix boss Ron Walker has been sold for a massive sum, despite his final will and testament asking his family to never put the home up for sale.
26yo tradie loses $58k in scary new scam
A 26-year-old Aussie tradie has issued a warning after losing $58,000 to a scam that anyone could fall for.
‘I don’t give a f**k’: 15-year-old on bail hoons down wrong side of Mornington Peninsula Freeway
A teen who was allegedly part of a youth gang which stole luxury cars from a Brighton home was clocked driving at 240km/h into oncoming traffic.
Top Deals: Get up to $520 off Dyson, Apple, KitchenAid
Back-to-school deals are not the only bargains on offer at the moment — with big brands offering huge savings across popular items. See this week’s top deals.
Huge election warning over ‘guinea pig’ homes
Anthony Albanese has been warned not to take short cuts as he looks to prop up the popularity of his government and make up for his failure to meet election promises.
Australians back capping lawyers’ cut in class actions
As Australia approaches a record year for class actions, scepticism about their effectiveness is rising and support growing for tighter laws to protect claimants.
Health insurance discounts to be had as insurers battle it out
Medibank, Bupa and other health insurers are locked in a war for new customers, and consumers can be the beneficiary with big incentives to join or switch. But there are pitfalls to avoid.
‘Absolutely everywhere’: Syringes dumped at Morwell playground
A community member has urged parents to stay vigilant after a number of syringes were found scattered at a Morwell playground.
‘Heartbroken’: Bendigo dad’s terminal brain cancer diagnosis
An ordinary day at work for a beloved Bendigo dad turned into an “unimaginable” nightmare for his “heartbroken” after a seizure revealed he had terminal brain cancer.
Brother of murdered toddler firebombed tobacco stores
The lure of quick cash to fuel his drug addiction prompted the brother of a toddler killed in one of Australia’s most horrific child deaths to firebomb tobacco stores across Victoria.
Ex-rugby pro to question witnesses after assault charges
An ex-international rugby pro will cross examine witnesses, telling the court he has a “different version of events” to an alleged aggravated burglary incident he has been charged for.
Victoria Police pay deal under a cloud as new dispute flares
A deal to settle Victoria Police’s long-running pay dispute is in doubt with the workplace umpire called in to resolve a new clash.
Watch: Paraglider stuck in thick bushland rescued by chopper
Extraordinary police chopper footage has captured the moment a paraglider stuck 10m high in a tree in the High Country was winched to safety. Watch the video.
‘Must stop’: Allan gov to ban private bail tracking services
Attorney-General Sonya Kilkenny has announced she has directed her department for “urgent advice” to end the contracts of private companies who use electronic monitoring to track people on bail.
New buyer of Nassif’s Toplace site revealed
A building site in Sydney’s west, where a $50 million town centre was meant to be built by Jean Nassif’s Toplace, now has a new owner.
ASX to dip; Wall St treads water
Local shares to retreat as Wall Street turns flat. Amazon earnings awaited. Bank of England cuts cash rate. Nick Scali results due.
Trump to launch anti-Christian bias task force, invest in air traffic tech
US President Donald Trump is launching a taskforce to combat anti-Christian bias. He also said America will develop a world leading air traffic control system in response to recent tragedies.
Israel orders military to prepare for ‘voluntary departure’ of Gazans
Israeli military are drafting a plan to “allow voluntary departure” of Gazans from the enclave – days after Donald Trump’s controversial proposal for the US to “take over” the Gaza Strip.
Too late to avert a gas crisis in Victoria, says Woodside
Woodside Energy says it’s too late to avoid an economically damaging gas shortfall in Victoria thanks to a decade of political opposition to the fossil fuel industry.
News Corp’s shares jump on strong results
The company’s Australian shares closed almost 6 per cent stronger on Thursday in the wake of the media giant’s solid performance in the three months to December 31.
Businesses hit pause on investment amid uncertainty
Businesses are delaying or cancelling investment decisions due to rising uncertainty in the economy, due to an unclear policy outlook.
‘Financial suicide’: Rate cut warning
A February rate cut by the RBA may not bring as much relief as borrowers think, if big four bank history is anything to go by.
Unlikely celebs who spent millions on Aussie homes
A number of Hollywood heavyweights have made real estate moves across the nation, with some officially calling Australia home. SEE THE LIST
Twist: Wheelchaired Kournikova’s mystery hideout
The tennis star sparked questions about her health after she was spotted in a wheelchair while shopping near the home she shares with Enrique Iglesias.
Abandoned Frankston home deemed ‘too dangerous to enter’
A property that sat abandoned for 30 years and was deemed too dangerous for internal inspections has sold for close to $200,000 above what it was expected to in ‘mad’ scenes.
All the AFL stars who got hitched during summer of love
Love has well and truly been in the air for footy players across the country in recent months, with each team celebrating nuptials of a current or former star.
‘Truly ape-s**t’: Marvel star’s surprise confession
Anthony Mackie opens up on taking over the part of Captain America from Chris Evans and seeing his “dream” come to fruition.
Timely take on Munich Olympics terrorist crisis
The edge-of-your-seat factual drama September 5 takes viewers behind the scenes in one of the Olympic Games’ darkest hours with a message that still resonates today.
Messy legal battle threatens music festivals across the east coast
A major concert promoter selling tickets to a festivals in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne later this month is facing the prospect of winding up by a creditor if a court gives the green light.
Smith makes history as Sri Lanka Test in the balance
Steve Smith became Australia’s most prolific gloveless catcher in Test history as Mitchell Starc powered through Galle’s humidity to stifle Sri Lanka’s resistance late on day one of the second Test.
Roos legend: We can prosper — with or without LDU
History repeats: Is Murphy’s status as GOAT successor in danger?
It was Dustin’s call: Hardwick revelation over Martin’s Suns move
Stoinis drops retirement bombshell weeks from Champions Trophy
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NBA star declares Mavs winners of the Luka Doncic trade
NBA star turned rapper Lance Stephenson has opened up on the realities of the league’s brutal trade system and declares Dallas the winners of the Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis trade.
‘We trust him’: Hayes declares Willo will be right for Mr Brightside
Lindsay Park co-trainer JD Hayes is confident Craig Williams will recover from illness to ride champion Mr Brightside in the Group 1 CF Orr Stakes on Saturday.
Revealed: Monster price Eagles will have to pay for Harley
Harley Reid, Colby McKercher and Ryley Sanders are among the young guns entering contract negotiations this season – and they won’t be cheap for their clubs to keep. JON RALPH has the trade and contract latest.
AFL’s collision course with NFL after major announcement
The NFL has confirmed that heavyweights the Los Angeles Rams will head to Australia next year to play a regular season game – but it could pit them against the AFL finals in a major clash.
Brutal call facing Sydney FC in derby, AFC Champions League
Socceroos great Robbie Slater and Marco Monteverde discuss the biggest issues in On The Attack, including the big selection call facing Sydney FC, and the retirement of an A-Leagues legend.
Gout Gout calls out world’s fastest man
Gout Gout isn’t just the hottest name in Australian sport – he’s making waves in international athletes. And the teen freak has put the world’s fastest man on notice.
The secret to the ultimate schnitzel, according to Matt Preston
10 cheap, cheerful & delicious places to eat in Phuket
As a tourist hub, Phuket isn’t a destination traditionally synonymous with foodie wonders. But among the smorgasbord of resorts and major hotels that scatter this town and its surrounds, you’ll find a mingling of eateries, restaurants and street food stars worth your while.
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SuperCoach NBL finals: Fast trades, tips for Round 19
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Drop off danger: Kids at risk on roads around schools
Can’t take the heat: Eco-friendly school forced to send students home
Albert Park College students have accused the school of “caring more about the environment than its students” after the eco-friendly, air-conditioning-free campus was forced to cut classes short because of hot weather.
How state government plans to avoid another VCE leaks scandal
The government has revealed details of what’s involved in its review of the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority’s exam-setting process following last year’s leaked questions fiasco.
‘Horrific’: Memorial plaques stolen from Bacchus Marsh cemetery
Why Mick Gatto wants school kids taught self defence
Mick Gatto is a man who knows the value of self defence, so it’s hardly a surprise that he’s backed a campaign to have it taught in Victoria’s schools.
Second man charged after dad shot in back at Wonthaggi home
Police have charged another man over a shooting at a home in Wonthaggi that wounded a Gippsland father of two while a young girl was asleep inside.
Dip king reveals exciting new direction for Zareh
8 iconic food moments worth travelling Australia for
Ready, set, eat? It’s almost time for this year’s delicious. 100, and we’ve been granted a sneak peak at some of the most tempting destinations and experiences on the list.
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‘Like cockroaches’: Cops rage over $3.5k bikes
‘Collapsed’: Worrying signs for motor giant
A huge $93 billion merger of two of Australia’s – and the world’s – biggest car brands is said to be in imminent danger of falling apart.
‘On purpose’: US actor’s wild Musk conspiracy
Actor Misha Collins has posted a wild video rant on social media claiming Elon Musk organised someone to take control of his vehicle and crash it.
Frenzy over rubber duck Qantas points hack
‘Aussie Maldives’ 3h from Sydney
This babe of a bay has blinding white sand, shallow emerald waters and friendly rays you can swim with. No wonder tourists are calling it the Maldives of Australia.
Controversial change to famous Bali beach
A contentious change to a world-famous Bali beach has Aussie tourists up in arms. But some say it’s all our own fault so we have no right to complain…
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