Lynn learns fate for missing camper murder
High country killer Greg Lynn has been sentenced for the murder of missing camper Carol Clay, but has told the court he will appeal the jury’s guilty verdict.
Dan Andrews appointed chair of youth mental health service
Former premier Daniel Andrews has controversially been appointed chair of a leading youth mental health service in a posting that has been branded “disgraceful”.
Price: From the ABC in freefall to woke 3AW, here’s how I’d fix Melbourne radio
After more than 32 years in radio, I think I’m qualified to argue the standard of the Melbourne market is not what it used to be. It’s time for a host shuffle, and these players need to go.
‘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.
Pro-Palestine reference in mock exam paper shocks Jewish students
Victorian Jewish students have revealed their distress over a practice legal studies exam paper from a private company containing a pro-Palestinian article.
Giant hail, flash flooding to hit Victoria, risk of tornadoes
Destructive winds and giant hail will batter parts of Victoria on Friday as Melbourne braces for flash flooding, with up to 30mm of rain tipped to fall.
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Greg Lynn arrives at the Victorian Supreme Court
Timeline of missing High Country campers case
Hamas leader Yahya Sinwa killed in southern Gaza
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Distraught fans gather to pay respect to Liam Payne
Prince Harry Shreds Waves in California
Are Melbourne City Council candidates meeting community expectations?
Liam Payne first audition on The X Factor
‘Time to move on’: US pushes for ceasefire after Sinwar killing
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris say the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar should set the stage for a ceasefire and a return of Israeli hostages.
Liam Payne suffered career blow days before his death
Former One Direction star Liam Payne apparently suffered a major career setback days before his death, as autopsy results raise a key question. Warning: Sensitive content
AFL great committed to stand trial over sexual assault allegations
St Kilda legend Carl Ditterich has been committed to stand trial, accused of the historic sexual assault of a teenager in the 1980s.
‘As awful as it gets’: How Crows learned of Phil Walsh death
In the latest SACKED AFL podcast episode, former Crows football manager David Noble recalls the 3am phone call when he learned of coach Phil Walsh’s violent death. LISTEN NOW.
‘Love you forever’: Heartbreak as three-year-old dies after Endeavour Hills collision
The distraught mother of a three-year-old girl who died in hospital after being hit by a car in Endeavour Hills has told of her devastation, saying she was “such a good girl”.
Iconic Aussie chain faces $2.9m dispute
One of Australia’s best known chains has come under further fire as a bitter dispute emerges.
Five reasons why interest rates might not fall when you think
Reserve Bank interest rate rises have piled on the pain for millions of households, and it may linger longer than you think.
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.
Pies to meet with Bulldogs legend over key role
After the departures of Graham Wright and Brendan Bolton, Collingwood are on the look out for highly-credentialed replacements. An ex-Western Bulldogs star might be one of them.
Dees fend off board challenge – for now
A meeting involving Melbourne interim president Brad Green was enough for Dees powerbroker Geoff Freeman to park his board challenge, for the time being. MICHAEL WARNER has the story.
Local footy rumour mill: The race for ex-AFL big man
An ex-AFL man mountain appears to be the most in-demand name in the game as the local footy trading season swings into overdrive. Here are all the latest whispers from around the leagues.
‘Unhinged slurs’: Extreme 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.
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.
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.
Big change to Virgin frequent flyer points
Virgin has just announced a one million domestic reward seat sale, along with changes to its loyalty program. The devil is in the detail, here’s how it will affect you.
Sign Australia is getting back to ‘normal’
For the first time in 18 months, Aussies are feeling more optimistic about spending as cost-of-living pressures begin to ease.
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.
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.
Police say Elizabeth St victim knew his accused killer, say he may be hiding in CBD
The man who died after he was assaulted along Elizabeth St in Melbourne’s CBD last week is believed to be the victim of a targeted attack.
Western District sandstone mansion lists for $2 million-plus
One of Victoria’s finest historic rural homesteads is for sale where it is expected to field seven-figure offers. See the details.
Local farming family sells historic Victorian homestead
A slice of Victorian pastoral history has changed hands for the second time in four years after it was sold in a seven-figure deal.
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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.
‘Do not wait’: Rudd’s defence warning
Australia’s ambassador to the US, former prime minister Kevin Rudd, has urged defence leaders to stay the course to make the AUKUS pact happen.
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.
‘Mastermind of Oct 7’: How Israel killed Sinwar as war not over
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 Israel killed him.
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.
ASX 200 falls; Flight Centre dives
Local shares fall back from record highs. Flight Centre sinks on update. WiseTech continues to dive. Miners down on China disappointment. Telix plans Nasdaq listing. South Korean authorities eye Regal for alleged short-selling breach.
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 home hammer time reaching boiling point
Victoria has reached the peak of its spring market with more people set to make a purchase or sale in the next eight days than any other time of the year. See the home’s we’re watching.
First female VFL administrator selling up after almost 60 years
The woman who became the VFL’s first female administrator in the 1960s is selling the house in Melbourne’s east that she purchased upon the advice of three players.
Harry, Meghan’s big move after being kicked out of royal home
The Sussexes’ future plans have reportedly been revealed after the royal couple made a huge decision.
Ad guru’s $10m+ portfolio getting broken up
The estate of late advertising guru Harold Mitchell is being forced to break up some of his extraordinary holdings as it works to sell his $10m+ property portfolio.
Adam Demos: ‘I’ve got more clothes on in this one’
After making headlines for THAT full-frontal scene, Australian actor Adam Demos has unveiled his newest role – and he teases that it’s far less controversial than Sex/Life.
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.
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.
Stunning stat reveals Australian cricket’s lost generation
Australia has fielded Test cricket teams with every player in their 20s. Next month there will be none. ROBERT CRADDOCK and BEN HORNE analyse Australia’s history of young stars and what happened to cricket’s lost generation.
Calls for independent body to oversee race upgrades
Wet weather drama, local hope: 5 reasons not to miss Aust MotoGP
AFL issues apology for ‘disturbing’ social media abuse against star
Cricket’s international stars on show, but no one there to watch
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How West Coast took a gamble on Carlton in 2025
Incredible moment Kostya surprises Tim in family reunion
Watch cartoonist Boo Bailey’s timelapse drawing of ‘Sunshine In Paris’ for The Everest
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
The underrated skill that could make Piastri a World Champion
At just 23 years of age Oscar Piastri is displaying the type of composure that’s needed to be a Formula One World Champion.
AFLW run home: Roos go unbeaten, who makes the eight?
The race for the AFLW finals is heating up, but it looks to be smooth sailing for the Roos after a dominant season. ELIZA REILLY predicts the final games and the end-of-season ladder.
Damien Oliver’s Caulfield Cup tips: Why the start holds the key
Legendary jockey Damien Oliver thinks Buckaroo is the key form horse leading into Saturday’s Group 1 Caulfield Cup … but he’ll have his fingers crossed as the horses jump. Get Ollie’s inside mail on Saturday’s $5 million feature.
How Baynes lured Luc Longley back to basketball
To understand the universal respect Aron Baynes possesses in Australian basketball circles, look no further than his impact on Luc Longley, who ended a 12-year absence from hoops after working with “Big Bangers” in a Boomers camp.
Tszyu tees off on ‘unprofessional, stupid’ rival in heated spray
Tim Tszyu has launched into rival Bakhram Murtazaliev at their weigh-in, branding the Chechen world champion ‘stupid and unprofessional’ as he battles to make weight for their title fight.
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.
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.
Man dies after brutal Elizabeth St assault
Woman charged after knife attacks on shopper, cyclist in Moonee Ponds
A woman has been charged after an elderly shopper was randomly slashed and a cyclist was stabbed while riding his bike in Melbourne’s northwest.
6-minute guide: Major moments in Greg Lynn’s trial ahead of his sentencing
Greg Lynn will tomorrow learn his fate over the brutal murder of Carol Clay. The high country killer faces life in prison over the elderly camper’s death.
Why it’s time to unsubscribe from urgency culture once and for all
It turns out, taking breaks could make your workout more effective
Harder doesn’t always equal better
We may have just found the worst parking fail ever
Is this the worst parking fail ever? One driver sure gave it a crack.
Wild bike brings MotoGP to the road
Two dead in horror Harbour Bridge crash
Police have identified the probable cause of a major crash that claimed two lives on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
‘Smoking mode’ comes to cars
The new Deepal S07 electric car watches to see if you light up while on the road.
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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