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Peter RolfeMajor Events and Development Reporter

Peter Rolfe is the Herald Sun Major Events and Development reporter. He has previously worked in state politics, general news, education and sport in a journalism career spanning 20 years.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA.NewsWire Photos. MAY 11, 2025. Stock and generic images of Marvel Stadium in Melbourne . Picture: NewsWire/Ian Currie

It’s official: Marvel Stadium is one of the world’s best

Marvel Stadium has ranked as the fifth best sport and entertainment venues in the world for the first time — toppling the mighty MCG. See what made the list.

Victoria

WARNING WARNING WARNING STRICT EMBARGO TILL MONDAY THE 9TH JUNE 2025 WARNING WARNING NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. April 3rd , 2025 . Big Freeze at the G. Neale Daniher with Tim Membrey of the Magpies and Christian Salem of the Demons before the Kings Birthday clash at the MCG. . Picture: Michael Klein

‘At the very minimum’: How AFL greats want to honour Neale Daniher

Past and present AFL stars have opened up on Neale Daniher’s incredible legacy, with calls growing for a more permanent way to immortalise his feats.

Confidential

WARNING HERALD SUN ONLY . For print 09/06/2025 Do not use without permission from Herald Sun pic desk. , 08/06/2025 Aussie Test captain Pat Cummins with Jeremy Clarkson on his farm . pic: Supplied

Cummins reveals what he and Clarkson discussed at farm catch-up

Pat Cummins has explained what he and Jeremy Clarkson spoke about over beers as the Aussie cricket captain visited the former Top Gear host at his farm.

Victoria

NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. April 3rd , 2025 . Neale Daniher addresses the Melbourne Football club today ahead of Mondays Big Freeze at the G. . Picture: Michael Klein

Neale Daniher’s powerful message to Dees players

The Australian of the Year has delivered an inspiring speech on the power of positivity to Melbourne footballers ahead of the Big Freeze at the ‘G.

Victoria

Australian Open Tennis Day 1. Crowd color. The 2020 Southern Tour cheer squad from Queensland cheering on Aussies playing on Court 3. Picture: David Caird

Aus Open serves up record economic benefit

This year’s January Grand Slam has generated a record economic boost for Melbourne, with visitors spending an average of almost $250 per day.

News

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 11: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts to a call during the third quarter of an NBA game against the LA Clippers at Smoothie King Center on March 11, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

Want to score NBA Melbourne tickets? This is your best chance

The in-demand matches are expected to sell out instantly with more than 51,000 fans already registered to buy tickets. Here is all you need to know.

ExclusiveVictoria

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 24: Alexandra Ferreira, 7, Thomas Papalas, 6, Ella Evans, 7, Hamish Saddington-Smith, 7, and Poppy Evans, 7 pose during a Superkick Clinic Media Opportunity at Murrumbeena Superkick Centre on May 24, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos)

AFL participation rates on the lead for record season. It’s girls at full forward.

Participation in local and grassroots footy is on track to break records for another year in a row — and it’s thanks to girl power.

Victoria

An artist's impression of the revamped plans for a major redevelopment of the jam factory precinct in Prahran.

Iconic Jam Factory set for $3bn redevelopment

Massive plans to redevelop the former heartbeat of Chapel St have been revealed, with hopes the mega-makeover will breathe new life into the struggling area.

ExclusiveVictoria

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - MARCH 03: Dyson Daniels #5 of the Atlanta Hawks goes to the basket during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 03, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

Big shot Bendigo basketball export calls for annual Melb NBA games

Bendigo born US basketball mega star Dyson Daniels has called for NBA games to be played annually in Melbourne — with hopes his Atlanta Hawks will be pitted against Josh Giddey’s Chicago Bulls next year — as part of a revealing interview.

Victoria

WREXHAM, WALES - APRIL 26: James McClean of Wrexham celebrates winning promotion to the championship with team mates during the Sky Bet League One match between Wrexham AFC and Charlton Athletic FC at Racecourse Ground on April 26, 2025 in Wrexham, Wales. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)

Welcome to Melbourne: Wrexham AFC to play at Marvel Stadium

Ryan Reynolds’ British soccer team Wrexham AFC will take on Melbourne Victory at Marvel Stadium as part of their three game tour of Australia and New Zealand this July.

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