Boxing Day Test could shatter records as day one tickets sell out
General admission seats to the opening day of the Test have sold out for the first time since the Ashes in 2017, raising the prospect of a new attendance record.
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Loved-up Aussie tennis star reveals new venture ahead of Aus Open
Freshly engaged Aussie tennis ace Alexei Popyrin will star in a new fast-paced event that he believes will bring a “relaxed vibe” and new legion of fans to the game.
Smaller but taller: Allan government’s plan to fix housing crisis
Victoria’s Planning Minister says removing requirements such as the need for double garages will allow for more green space, smarter housing designs and homes up to four storeys.
Casino king’s $350m plan to ‘reshape the face of Southbank Promenade’
The state government has signed off on plans by casino king Keong Kuong Loi for a new twin tower development in Southbank on the site of the former Esso House.
Punters vs. pros: Wild new challenge coming to Australian Open
Amateur tennis players will get the chance to take a swing at the world’s best in a Grand Slam tournament first to be unveiled at next month’s Australian Open.
Taxpayers slugged record amount to host F1 Grand Prix
The cost to the public of staging this year’s Formula One Grand Prix at Albert Park was $102.3m – almost $1.7m more than last year.
Government’s own goals have hurt our major events reputation
Victoria can claim the title of Australia’s sports and events capital but in 10 years of Labor rule there have been some devastating fails and other states are catching up fast.
Youth theme for spring racing carnival finale
Aussie electronic duo Peking Duk will dial up the tempo off course at Caulfield on Saturday as the younger generation of punters help drive a surge in attendance at the track.
Melbourne scores new fast-paced summer tennis tournament
Six of the world’s top 50 tennis stars will face off in a new tournament at Rod Laver Arena – featuring DJs and live entertainment – in a fresh boost to Melbourne’s summer of tennis.
100 gigs in 17 days: Victoria’s booming live music program
The third instalment of the Always Live festival is set to showcase an “iconic line-up for music fans of all ages”. This is who’s playing.
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