How the illegal animal trade is being targeted in statewide hunt
Illegal traders in the murky world of Victoria’s exotic animal black market are being hunted down by authorities who are making startling and shocking finds in homes across the state.
Inner East
Revealed: Local footy’s longest winning and losing streaks
The 2025 local footy season might only be a couple of weeks old, but the state’s longest winning and losing streaks continue to extend. See who takes top spot.
Troubled former top model’s fall from grace after stacking car
A former top model who claims she once worked alongside tennis legend Pat Rafter ran off the road in the middle of Abbotsford, ploughing into a number of tram posts and a bench.
Wild thug assaulted police in ‘frenzied attack’ during arrest
A Nunawading man growled at officers before repeatedly striking them, completely undeterred by two rounds of pepper spray, having earlier attacked a woman.
Former military contractor scams Oakleigh motel for free stay
A former military contractor has scammed $8500 for a lengthy stay at an Oakleigh motel after he pretended to be a church worker helping the homeless.
‘Victory over entitlement’: Yarra Council defies Greens, shrinks bike lanes
They were brought in without notice in 2019 and now, after a stormy council meeting, the controversial Elizabeth St bike lanes in North Richmond are going to be changed.
‘Entrepreneur’ guilty over tiny home rort
Spencer Porter has admitted to ripping off dozens of customers who purchased tiny homes from his company.
Charity boss turned jetsetting con artist says ‘she’s a good person’
The Melbourne boss of a charity for vulnerable kids who stole more than $500,000 and spent it on jetsetting holidays, dance lessons and designer clothing “believes she is a good person”.
140yo former Camberwell bank turned steakhouse site up for grabs
A prominent Camberwell Junction building that’s now home to the popular Meat & Wine Co restaurant, co-founded by steak king Bradley Michael, is for sale. See how much it might sell for.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Stonnington weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Stonnington weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, Friday, April 11
Here is a list of matters listed at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Stonnington weather
As autumn sets in what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Bank bigwig, brother of NFL’s ‘mangenius’ lists Brighton home
A prominent investment banker whose brother was once coach of the New York Jets has listed his huge, six-bedroom mansion in Brighton. SEE INSIDE.
Homebuyer bonanza in pre-Easter auction boom
Melbourne homebuyers are set for a bumper weekend of auction action, with a bonanza 1400+ homes to go under the hammer. It comes amid a pre-Easter property listing surge as prices rise.
$300,000 gap: Allan government activity centres years away
Property experts have warned new activity centres around Melbourne are years away from financial viability, with massive gaps between what buyers can afford and the cost to build.
Inside the luxury apartment project taking shape at Rippleside
The Stella Maris apartment development above Corio Bay is setting records as it takes shape to open for the first residents to move in late 2025.
Nudes, HIV data exposed in gay dating app leak
A racy gay dating app for over-40s — which prides itself on locating “sugar gay men nearby” and promises privacy — has been caught spilling nude photos, steamy chats and HIV status.
Victory lays down law, Schroen celebrates milestone
TALKING POINTS: Melbourne Victory won’t stand for a repeat of fans’ behaviour in Shepparton, while Marcus Schroen has a match-winning milestone and Nunawading City’s stunning upset.
Accused burglar gives ‘ludicrous’ explanation for DNA, fingerprints
An accused burglar who allegedly ransacked a Surrey Hills home — stealing $25,000 in cash, jewellery and designer clothes — home has presented a “ludicrous” defence in court.
TikTok video twist after 16 bidders turn up for Hawthorn auction
A last-minute clip turned this apartment into one of the most competitive auctions of the weekend. Find out more.
Alleged serial car thief accused of smashing into police car
An alleged serial car thief has been accused of crashing into a police car in Burwood East — narrowly missing an officer — during an arrest escape attempt.
Ex-AFL player hit with local footy ban
A former Melbourne and Collingwood AFL footballer has copped a sizeable ban from a suburban footy tribunal.
SFNL Coaches’ votes: Round 1 top performers revealed
We’ve polled every SFNL Division 1 coach and tallied the votes to determine which players stood out in round 1. See who’s off to a flyer ahead of round 2.
Surprise turn of events sends top ten AFL draft pick to country club
He was a high draft pick at an AFL club on the rise, but this former Hawk is now a Rooster in the Ballarat league … at least for the time being.
The secret to a country town’s incredible sporting success
It may be just a small border town but in recent years it has been home to Test cricketers, Brownlow medallists and number one draft picks. Maybe there is something in the water there.
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.
Was Rachelle lured to her death by a rare Holden?
Investigators believe Rachelle Childs – who was wild about cars – could have been lured to her death by the promise of getting to drive a rare Holden Commodore. Watch the video and listen to the podcast.
Eerie past of chief suspect in Rachelle’s murder revealed
New photos have emerged of Kevin Steven Correll – the main suspect in Rachelle Childs’ murder – as details about his past have been revealed. Listen to the latest podcast and watch the video.
What is a Walkinshaw: Rare car key to Rachelle’s murder case explained
Before Rachelle Childs was brutally murdered, the car lover was bragging about getting to drive a rare Walkinshaw Holden Commodore. See why it’s so revered and listen to the latest podcast episode.
Sickening child rapist’s link to murder investigation
There is a link between one of Australia’s most reviled child rapists and the main person of interest in the murder of Rachelle Childs. Listen to the latest podcast and watch the video.
‘Happy and united’: Chopper crash family remembered
The grieving kin of the Hudson River helicopter crash victims described them as ‘a happy and united family’ in a post alongside a joyful picture of them in Times Square. Warning: Graphic
‘No more changing clocks’: Trump vows to end daylight saving
It’s the issue that has long divided Australians and now US President Donald Trump is moving to permanently call time on daylight saving for America.
Plane explodes in fireball next to busy US road
Heart-stopping footage shows a plane engulfing a car in flames after crash landing next to a bustling street in Florida. Watch video.
‘Become a joke’: China’s savage new move in US tariffs war
China has landed the latest blow in the trade war, slapping 125 per cent tariffs on US imports and sending the American stock market rollercoaster downhill once again.
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