Two hospitalised as fire destroys home in Melbourne’s west
Two people have lost their home and been rushed to hospital after a house fire in Melton West that took 30 firefighters to bring under control.
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Warning issued amid outbreak of contagious dog virus
Dogs infected with parvovirus attended an off-leash park in Sebastopol, as the City of Ballarat confirms multiple cases of the contagious virus.
Family erupts in applause as Hannah McGuire’s killer changes plea, admits murder
Lachlan Young has dramatically changed his plea midway through his trial, pleading guilty to murdering his ex-girlfriend, Hannah McGuire.
From nude calendars to eight flags: Country legend celebrates game 500
Tatyoon’s Tim Barr will celebrate his 500th game for the club this weekend. He talks through the highs, lows, the nude calendars and the one last goal he will tick off on Saturday.
Young also facing rape, witness intimidation charges
The man who murdered Ballarat woman Hannah McGuire is also facing rape, intimidation and witness harassment charges, the Herald Sun can reveal.
Ballarat Central drug arrests at 5 year high
Ballarat’s drug arrests have increased by 26 per cent in the past year, with four suburbs accounting for more than half the region’s drug crimes.
Where Victoria’s fraudsters are looming large revealed
Scammers and swindlers are targeting Melbourne’s inner-city suburbs, with new data revealing the worst suburbs for white collar crime in Victoria.
Elderly man dies in central Vic house fire
A 77-year-old man has died in a fatal house fire near Maryborough, with the cause of the blaze still unknown.
‘F**king idiot’: Killer’s friend’s alleged role in Hannah McGuire cover-up
A mate of accused murderer Lachlan Young says he was “thrown under the bus” as more evidence emerged of how the 23-year-old Clunes woman was killed and what happened to her body.
‘Angry’ driver allegedly imprisoned terrified passenger in car
A person who was allegedly held against their will in a car in western Victoria locked themselves in a room with a knife for defence, a court has heard.
‘Don’t mess up’: Secret rules behind 90-year family empire
They’re the ‘last man standing’ in an industry dominated by overseas giants, but this Victorian family business – one of Australia’s oldest – has three rules that grew their $175m empire.
‘Jesus is my son’: Man makes bizarre claim during assault
A Ballarat man who assaulted a police officer in the back of a van claimed to be the father of Jesus Christ.
Ballarat sale and auction results, week ending July 13
Redan proved to be a hot market last week with five properties selling for a total value of $2.5 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Fire breaks out in engine of 400m freight train
Firefighters rushed to put out an electrical fire in the engine of a 400m freight train near Bacchus Marsh on Monday morning.
Iconic Melb barber shop hits market after 60 years
A barber who operated his old-school barber shop in Melbourne for six decades is preparing to sell up.
‘Ridiculous’: Scott Cam lashes Portelli over Block
As the new Block series airs in just days, Scott Cam has delivered a fresh swipe at Adrian Portelli.
Harry’s fear when William becomes King
Prince Harry fears he will be banished from the UK when William ascends the throne, a royal expert has claimed.
$200k auction bonus in Melbourne’s north
A Mill Park house has scored its lucky owners a price $200,000 above expectations at auction.
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Everybody appearing at Ballarat Magistrates’ Court, Friday, July 18
Here is a list of matters listed at Ballarat Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
Everybody appearing at Ararat Magistrates’ Court, Friday, July 18
Here is a list of matters listed at Ararat Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
Everybody appearing at Ballarat Magistrates’ Court, Thursday, July 17
Here is a list of matters listed at Ballarat Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.
Everybody appearing at Ballarat Magistrates’ Court, Wednesday, July 16
Here is a list of matters listed at Ballarat Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday.
Gisborne’s footy future in the hands of Ballarat vote
In a meeting lasting less than half an hour, Gisborne has reinforced its desire to leave the Bendigo footy league. See why and what happens next.
Revealed: The rising stars of the Ballarat league
The future is now in the Ballarat league with rising stars continuing to make their mark in the competition. See our best from the 2025 season.
Revealed: Local footy’s best mid-season moves
The local footy clearance window has now slammed shut and there have been some big moves on the deadline from ex-AFL guns to VFL listed stars. See the biggest here.
Local footy wrap: First ton of season in sight, Boomer’s still got it
2025’s first 100-goal season is just one week away, while a 47-year-old Brent Harvey performed well in a commanding 100-point win. Catch up on all the Saturday local footy action.
‘Outstanding group’: Why this should be the WFNL’s most wanted job
A Western Football Netball League club with one of the most exciting lists in the competition will have a new coach next season. We analyse why it might be the most wanted job in the competition.
Old Paradians put one foot in 2026
Can Old Paradians start planning for NFNL Division 2 footy in 2026? A come-from-behind win over Panton Hill has given the club much-needed breathing space.
‘Thing we were looking for’: Why time is Saints’ best friend
St Albans bounced back from a 148-point thumping on the weekend as the EDFL club’s fortunes look set to change in the coming weeks. Here’s why.
Players injured in ‘nasty’ collision as South Croydon banks win
South Croydon’s turnaround continues as the Bulldogs upset fourth-placed Rowville, transforming their disastrous 0-5 start into genuine finals hope with growing team belief in Eastern league’s Premier Division.
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.
King’s joy with new royal baby on the way
King Charles has excitedly announced a new royal baby will be joining the family early next year.
‘Planned murder’: New evidence found in Bali shooting probe
Indonesian police have alleged the murder of Australian man Zivan Radmanovic in Bali was premeditated and that a second gun was found in a drain using a metal detector.
Inside the room where Rachelle suspect was found dead
Photos have emerged of the hotel room in Thailand where the key suspect in the cold case murder of Rachelle Childs died, amid new details about the days leading up to his death. See the photos.
‘Stunned’: Teacher’s Pet cop reveals how police can still nab a killer
Teacher’s Pet cop Damian Loone reveals why the sudden death of Kevin Steven Correll in a hotel room in Thailand is not the end of the search to find Rachelle Childs’ killer.
‘Navy responsible for my death’: Sailor’s chilling words before suicide
A young sailor’s suicide has become his mother’s fight for justice, as she reveals the abuse and trauma he endured in the Navy — and the system she says failed him.
‘50-day drive’ to arm Ukraine and force Putin’s hand
Military support for Ukraine is being bolstered as part of a major plan to force Vladimir Putin to negotiate a peace deal. Follow updates.
Australia among 25 countries calling for immediate end to Gaza war
Australia has joined more than two dozen countries in taking a tough stance against Israel, demanding Benjamin Netanyahu put an immediate end to the bloodshed in Gaza.
Royal gardeners in mass exodus over King Charles’ ‘demands’
A damning new report has revealed the alleged “demands” of the nature-loving King Charles to his gardeners at Highgrove with 11 out of the 12 staffers quitting.
Miracle as baby counted among ferry fire dead found alive
Hope is alive in Indonesia after two people including a newborn reported dead in a ferry fire actually survived as officials reveal hundreds more than reported on the boat’s log were on board.
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