‘Little remorse’ from swindling builder who scammed $108k
A fake builder from Cranbourne who pocketed more than $108,000 in a fraudulent renovation and landscaping scheme has continued to run his business using a legal loophole.
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Alleged knife carrier does runner outside court
Police have made two dramatic arrests inside and outside the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court with one man later being charged with possessing a knife after he fled police.
University dropout starts burglary spree five days after jail release
A university dropout has terrorised apartment buildings in Melbourne’s east, stealing cars, mail and tools during a crime spree that began five days after he was released from custody.
Why $200k of Lego bricks were seized
More than $200,000 of Lego was seized from a Botanic Ridge man, believed to be the proceeds of crime, a court has heard.
Jury out for man accused of fleecing nearly $200k from pensioner
Jurors in the case of a landscaper accused of fleecing a pensioner of nearly $200k have suspended their deliberation until Friday morning.
‘Always smiling’: Community mourns loss of Wonthaggi woman
The Bass Coast community is heartbroken over the death of a Wonthaggi woman who was “always smiling” and willing to do anything for anyone.
Accused 17yo thug ‘took pride’ in Bendigo Marketplace attack: court
A 17-year-old charged with bashing a security guard and an “older man with a walking stick” at Bendigo Marketplace also allegedly “took pride” in kicking a “blind” man in the face at the shopping centre.
Child in hospital after falling from boat in Corinella
A child has been flown to hospital after they fell from a boat into Bass Coast waters.
Leading cause of Vic worker deaths revealed
Safety breaches behind the wheel have been revealed as the biggest contributor to workplace deaths in Victoria in the last year.
A cop wanted to die — his therapist didn’t raise the alarm
Victoria Police’s corporate mental healthcare provider knew a veteran officer was suicidal, but never warned the force.
Former businessman cons banks to obtain more than $6m in loans
A dodgy father and son have followed each other to jail withina week after investigators uncovered nearly $9m in bank loans they separately obtained using fraudulent documents.
Accused vandal allegedly defaced heritage-listed Collingwood mural
An alleged graffiti vandal has been accused of defacing an iconic mural painted by an iconic American artist which was celebrating its 40th birthday.
Five people charged following alleged Shepparton brawl
Five people have been charged after two men were injured in an alleged early morning brawl in Shepparton.
Proud Davis keeping record in the family
The St Bernard’s honour boards are littered with the Davis name. On Saturday, Luke Davis breaks his father, Terry’s, long-standing First XI games record.
Named: Leader’s VTCA Teams of the Year
Leader Local Cricket writers have combed through the stats to select the VTCA Teams of the Year in every division. Check out each star-studded team.
How Cummins-led climate initiative will benefit Premier club
A six-figure investment from a Pat Cummins-led initiative is set to provide a Premier Cricket club with a major boost.
WATCH: Country cricketer’s ultimate act of sportsmanship
Playing his 100th game and with friends and family watching on, Nicholas Pantzidis had reached 199 not out when he did the unthinkable. See one of the cricket highlights of the year.
Locked in: clubs finalise lists for 2025 VFL season
More than 300 newcomers, from AFL retirees and discards to Coates Talent League graduates and local hopefuls, have been added to VFL lists for the 2025 season.
‘Completely take the p***’: Inside local footy’s ‘murky’ salary cap
One of local football’s most contentious issues — the salary cap — is under the microscope after Mick McGuane’s Keilor lost its 2023 premiership. As AFL Victoria reviews the cap, we delve into the strong arguments for and against it.
VFL/W clubs, state sides to take on Tassie’s best
VFL and VFLW clubs have been announced as opponents for the Tasmania’s best footballers this year in a series which will also feature NSW and Queensland teams. See who will be in action.
‘Potent on the scoreboard’: Key recruits boost Frankston’s VFL plans
Frankston has handed coach Jackson Kornberg a multi-year contract extension, while securing a string of key recruits. The Dolphins have also revealed how they intend to take another step forward in the VFL in 2025.
Big build project warning as home build approvals rise
Australia’s latest new home approvals data has revealed a looming problem for plans to build our way out of a housing crisis, and sparked a stark warning about government infrastructure plans.
How council fixed neighbour’s garden fall out
A couple have been in a disagreement with their neighbours over a garden hedge.
Melb Seamen’s sanctuary turned to beachfront gold
From sheltering sailors to serving spritzers, a Melbourne bar and restaurant built inside the former Port Melbourne Seamen’s Institute is set to become a multimillion-dollar address.
‘Authentically woggy’ retro Greek home worth millions
A Melbourne Greek family who have embraced Euro-Aussie vintage style for 50 years are selling a home touted as the perfect spot for a Wog Boy movie or Sooshi Mango sketch.
The players set to shape Eastern Cricket Association finals
Crunch time has arrived in the Eastern Cricket Association and we have listed the players set to shake up the finals in the top three grades.
’I haven’t slept in weeks’: Carlton cafe rocked by regular attacks
A Carlton cafe made famous for its $5 menu has bore the brunt of several vicious attacks after hours, with staff fearing the business has been targeted for personal reasons.
Mum’s plea to ‘head in sand’ Allan after horror machete home invasion
A Black Rock mum is pleading with Premier Jacinta Allan to “make some tough decisions” on crime and bail after machete-wielding thugs broke into her house as her children slept.
Leader’s Premier Cricket Teams of the Year
The cream of the crop has been named in Leader’s Premier Cricket men’s and women’s Teams of the Year. Check out the star-studded XIs.
‘What an opportunity’: New look Monash set to bounce back
Monash Blues might have suffered double relegation and lost a host of key players but new coach Andrew Batten is backing his side to embrace the challenge in front of them.
Ranked: Every player in Victorian Premier Cricket
The Victorian Premier Cricket home-and-away season has come to an end and we’ve broken down the numbers to see where every player compares against one another. See where you come in.
Alleged Middle Park bus stabber to remain behind bars
A man who allegedly stabbed another man on a Middle Park bus on Saturday night before jumping into Albert Park Lake in an attempt to avoid police will remain behind bars.
Suspicious blaze guts abandoned South Melbourne church
An abandoned church in South Melbourne — long plagued by squatters and “dubious” activity — has been destroyed by fire with authorities treating the blaze as suspicious.
IN PICTURES: Victoria University 2025 graduation galleries
University graduations have kicked off with the next generation of students ready to take on the working world. Check out all the galleries in one place:
‘Brazen’: Car thief strikes again hour after police release
Narre Warren police released one of Melbourne’s most prolific car thieves. He struck next an hour later — across the road.
Brendan Fevola makes surprise real estate play
Brendan Fevola has joined the ranks of football luminaries trying their hand at real estate, including Wayne Carey and Kevin Sheedy. But, is Fev a home-selling star?
Major drug player in massive 400kg ice haul roasted
A drug kingpin involved in the importation of huge hauls of ice into Melbourne concealed the drug — with a street value of up to $149m — in canola oil.
Alleged axe-swinging road rager has ‘life-threatening illness’
A man accused of a shocking road rage incident involving an axe has told a court there is “no medical treatment in the jail system” as he battles a leg infection.
‘Significant concerns’: State govt approved tower despite council concern
The state government approved a 15-storey office tower in the heart of a booming Melbourne suburb despite continued protest from the local council.
Proposed Box Hill medical tower under cloud … again
A proposed 19-storey medical tower that was meant to be a pillar of Box Hill’s aim to become the “health capital” of Victoria is under a cloud after it was listed for sale again.
Rivals’ historic tie, Kew, Croydon keep finals hopes alive
In a big weekend of Subbies action, Preston and Coburg added another chapter to their rivalry, while Croydon and Kew reignited their finals hopes.
Will recruiting spree boost Epping’s flag hopes?
Epping was one of the busiest clubs in the Northern league over summer, securing the likes of Brent Macaffer. Will it result in a premiership push?
Into the unknown once more for Old Paradians
31 for 31: New year, new competition. It’s a familiar feeling for Old Paradians but one it overcame to win a premiership last year. How will the club fare in NFNL Division 2?
See new school in Melb’s north tipped to raise home prices
A new school headed to Melbourne’s outer north is already being tipped to drive up home values in the area. See what students are getting, and when school, and potentially price growth, will start.
Ranked: Every DVCA player for the summer
The Diamond Valley Cricket Association home-and-away season has come to an end and we’ve broken down the numbers to see where every player compares against one another. See where you come in.
‘S**t hole’ to cute: AFL legend’s retreat transformed
Melbourne hospitality and design couple are selling the cottage that used to be owned by an AFL legend.
Locked in: How VTCA contenders won their finals place
It went down to the wire across the VTCA as top-four places were secured while a Mooney Valley teenager enjoyed a debut to remember. Here’s how the key battles played out at each end of the ladder.
Avenger chanels Henry, stunning Saints upset
TALKING POINTS: There were wonder goals galore across the NPL and VPL as George Ott channelled his inner Thierry Henry and St Albans stuns the reigning premier.
‘Spiked’ bucks party punch led to MDMA driving charge
A former Glenroy primary school teacher caught driving while disqualified and with MDMA in his system has claimed he unknowingly consumed the drug after drinking spiked punch at a bucks party.
Father remembered as ‘beautiful soul’ after horror Kinglake crash
A Heidelberg Heights father killed in a horror crash on Victoria’s “deadliest road” has been remembered as a loving dad as locals call for improved safety.
Little-know ‘affordable’ Melb suburb auction buyers can’t miss
Few Melburnians know where this suburb is — but this classic home just 12km from the city is turning heads of first homebuyers and aspiring renovators.
Help find most wanted alleged offenders in Melbourne’s east
Police are hunting for these alleged fugitives who are on the run in the eastern suburbs. Do you recognise any of them?
Monbulk nursery fined after tragic employee death in roof fall
A family run Monbulk nursery has been fined after beloved maintenance worker Petrus Groen fell 3.5m through the roof and died.
‘F—ing rats’: Father-of-four spouts vile abuse at play centre staff
A father-of-four has been kicked out of a children’s play centre in Melbourne’s southeast after a viciously abusing two staff members over a table of leftover food.
Rare chance to claim ultimate Vic beach house
This classic beach house hasn’t hit the market in more than four decades. All that is about to change.
Revealed: Melbourne suburb set to spike in 2025
A new report has named one location in Melbourne’s south east as the city’s number one area for predicted property price growth this year. SEE THE TOP 10.
Businessman vows to sell up after Frankston beach works controversy
The owner of a beachfront mansion who admitted to building an illegal seawall on a Frankston South beach in front of his $9.25m home has vowed to tear down the works and move out.
Man fronts court after allegedly hitting cop with stolen car
A Fraser Rise man who was allegedly behind the wheel during a high speed chase in Melbourne’s west that left a police officer in hospital has fronted court.
Thieves ransack Hoppers Crossing Soccer Club’s rooms
Heartless thieves have robbed and ransacked a soccer team’s clubrooms in Melbourne’s west.
‘Last opportunity’: Retail giant that could shake up Melbourne’s west
A large retail site in Melbourne’s booming growth corridor has hit the market, with speculation swirling over which big-name brand could snap it up.
Council approves permit for popular psychedelic music festival
The council has granted a permit for a popular music festival in Victoria’s west after council officers pushed for the event to be canned.
Your chance to own ‘Hogwarts’ home in regional Vic
Wannabe witches, wizards and muggles have a chance to grab a regional Victorian apartment nicknamed Hogwarts for its resemblance to Harry Potter’s school. And the price is magic.
Victorian mum of two dies just weeks after cancer diagnosis
Two teenagers now living in Creswick had their lives uprooted after their mother was diagnosed with cancer and died within weeks.
‘Prettiest smile’: Ballarat high school student remembered
A Ballarat Year 10 student who died at the weekend has been described as a “legend” who always helped those around her.
‘Intelligent’ bank worker foils horrific Ballarat kidnapping
A Ballarat man was tied up, hooded, and locked in a caravan by strangers while he was extorted for money in a brutal “nightmare” kidnapping.
Mildura woman accused of violent ten minute crime spree
A Mildura woman has been accused of threatening to kill multiple people, holding up a shop with a knife, and stealing an iPhone during an alleged ten minute crime spree along San Mateo Ave.
Mildura man brutally assaults woman multiple times
A Mildura man who strangled, bashed and threw a woman down stairs before trying to pin the blame on her has pleaded guilty to assault and strangulation charges.
Mildura meth head caught with bumbag stash
A Mildura man caught with a pink bumbag stuffed with meth and GHB has been granted appeal bail, despite a magistrate warning him about his criminal ties.
Mildura sale and auction results, week ending March 1
Mildura proved to be a hot market last week with seven properties selling for a total value of $3.2 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Hunt for man caught ‘pleasuring’ himself at Morwell bus stop
A man was seen “pleasuring” himself at a bus stop in Morwell near a shopping centre as social media users warn the local community to be vigilant.
Driver charged over Bass Coast fatal has ‘issues with alcohol’
A man charged over a fatal collision on the Bass Coast was almost four times the legal blood alcohol limit when he allegedly hit a woman walking her neighbour’s dog.
Bass Coast sale and auction results, week ending March 1
See the latest auction and sales results on the Bass Coast for last week.
PICTURES: All the thrills from the 140th Warragul Annual Show
The Gippsland community were hyped for an unforgettable weekend at the 140th Warragul Annual Show. Here’s the picture gallery.
Every Murray Bushranger boys player analysed
The Murray Bushrangers will be looking to continue its strong recent form of producing first round draft picks for AFL clubs. We look at this year’s boys under-18 team.
Albury Wodonga sale and auction results, week ending March 1
See the latest auction and sales results in Albury Wodonga for last week.
Man dead following truck collision at Bundalong
A man has died after a collision between a truck and a ute at Bundalong this afternoon.
Former primary school teacher facing child abuse allegations
A former primary school teacher who taught at schools across Victoria is facing allegations he indecently assaulted students between 1975 and 1991.
Animal activist argues lack of evidence in trespassing charges
An animal activist who allegedly captured footage of a man allegedly raping a pig in Carag Carag will argue there is no evidence to prove the charges against her.
Relief centre open as Mt Buninyong fire burns out of control
A relief centre has been opened for people evacuated due to an out of control bushfire travelling south at Mt Buninyong.
Echuca’s major boost ahead of premiership defence
A delay in the start of a major project has given Echuca some good news ahead of the new season. But it will come at a cost for 2026. Here is what we know.
Man dies after car flips in Wangaratta
A man has died after his car hit a median strip and flipped at a Wangaratta intersection on Monday night.
Hawks suffer finals blow as star ruled out
Despite joining his teammates on the track for a session under lights on Friday, Hawthorn has made a call on star midfielder Will Day ahead of the elimination final.
Prison officials blamed for stab attack on Mokbel
Prison officials have been blamed for a nearly fatal stabbing attack on drug kingpin Tony Mokbel, that left him with an acquired brain injury.
Aussies’ ‘best hour and a half of Olympic achievement this century’
After night seven’s Aussie ‘gold rush’ in Paris, Matty Johns, James Magnussen, journalists Robert Craddock and Brent Read break down the incredible hour of Aussie history-making moments.
Woman walking pram mauled by pack of dogs in Sunbury
A woman has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being knocked to the ground and mauled by three dogs, as she walked her baby in a pram in Sunbury on Friday afternoon.
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