Bikie ‘stooged’ businessman into paying debt, court told
Former lawyer John Voitin says he never broke the law in his dealings with a top Comanchero bikie, a brothel owner and a businessman.
Inner South
WATCH: Aussie schoolgirl reaches ‘death zone’ on Mt Everest
A Melbourne teen got within 400m of Mt Everest’s summit until treacherous conditions forced her to abandon the mission, but she is refusing to give up.
Druggie plumber trafficks smack to pay off debt to cafe owners
A desperate Melbourne man who owed money to a couple that ran a heroin trafficking empire out of a St Kilda cafe helped the duo sell the drug to pay off his debt.
How to plan the perfect baby photo shoot at home
You’ve had a baby, and quickly your phone storage is filling up with never-ending snaps and videos. But how do you make sure they’re actually good? Herald Sun photographer David Caird has all the tips.
Melbourne principal to face trial on child abuse material charges
A Melbourne primary school principal will stand trial after border force officers allegedly discovered child abuse material on his phone.
Departing Subbies chair reflects on big fight, future challenge
After 14 years as VSDCA chairman, Phil O’Meara is stepping down, and reflects on the highs and lows and the future challenges facing his successor.
Bayside plumber slapped with stalking and assault charges
A former bayside suburbs plumber whose business went bust has been accused of stalking and assaulting women while also being slapped with drug trafficking charges.
Councillor hits back at ‘pet killer’ accusations as meeting turns nasty
Tensions have flared at a Stonnington council meeting over the future of a “no kill” animal shelter as hundreds of people packed the Malvern Town Hall to share their views.
NPL: Pope blesses South, no-goal controversy
TALKING POINTS: Jack Pope might have rescued South Melbourne’s season before a dramatic red card, while Eastern Lions are fuming after a late equaliser was controversially denied.
Wild comebacks, wins after the siren and ex-AFL stars headline local footy
It was another dramatic day of local footy with stunning comebacks and ex-AFL players dominating. Here are all the talking points from Saturday’s action.
Fury as ‘no-kill’ Melbourne animal shelter faces the axe
An animal welfare group that has operated the Stonnington pound for 30 years is set to be dumped, sparking backlash from angry ratepayers.
‘Hectic’ bidding war leaves sellers speechless
A bidding war in Melbourne’s southeast has left the sellers speechless as bidders drove the price sky-high. See how much it sold for.
Port Melbourne couple accused of dealing GHB, cannabis
A Port Melbourne couple have been charged with trafficking date rape drug GHB as well as cannabis after police raids on their home.
Ex-AFL boss booting $16.5m Toorak home
Ex-AFL boss Andrew Demetriou’s designer Toorak home has hit the market, complete with luxe features. SEE INSIDE
Why this winter could be a good time to sell
While spring has long been considered the best time to sell property, there are several good reasons to list in winter too. But what will this winter hold?
Insider deal: $50m Besen mansion changes hands
A prestige estate tied to retail royalty has quietly changed hands in one of Melbourne’s biggest sales of 2025.
Shock Aussie cities named in world’s top 10
Two Australian capitals have hit the top 10, with two others penalised for shock reasons as a surprise new top city was named for the country.
How rate cut is supercharging Melb market
Melbourne’s property market is heating up after the latest interest rate cut, with auction numbers surging across key suburbs.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Caufield weather
As we move into winter what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Caufield weather
As we move into winter what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court, Wednesday, June 4
Here is a list of matters listed at Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Caufield weather
As we move into winter what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Medal winners starring in off-field roles
Two star players who won medals in major leagues are now leading off the ground. Go behind the scenes in their new jobs.
Named: The guns in the mix to pull on the Big V
One coach has declared it the “strongest squad” put together and now the challenge of putting together a side is ahead of them. See the VAFA guns in contention for a historic game.
No.1 pick fancy, bolter among top AGSV private school footy talents
The favourite for the No. 1 pick in this year’s AFL draft headlines the promising talent in the Associated Grammar Schools of Victoria competition. Find out the top prospects, surprise packets and more.
Appeal win for Monty captain over knockout bump
Montmorency captain Stef Uzelac has had his ban reduced on appeal after a knockout bump left his opponent with a gruesome injury. See the hit here.
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.
Australian High Commission backflips on cricket soiree ban
Australia’s High Commission in London have backtracked on the rules around their exclusive event for the men’s cricket team after making a controversial call about who’s allowed in.
‘Only silver lining’: Four rate cuts for Aussies
The Australian economy has slowed but a chief economist has predicted when there will be four rate cuts as the Albanese government faces weak productivity growth.
‘I went to the toilet and brought it back up’: Erin’s admission on lethal meal
Erin Patterson told a court she threw up after a deadly meal, and how a personal habit might have been the very thing that saved her from the same fate as her guests.
Chalmers says Liberals not ‘fair dinkum’ on super tax deal
Labor’s super tax lashed as a ‘disgrace’ as Treasurer Jim Chalmers rules out changes to controversial unrealised gains component.
‘Aware of the dilemma’: furore over Mary and Fred’s royal yacht
Queen Mary stepped out in shorts as warm weather, and sailing season, ramps up in Denmark. The Aussie born royal is under fire for her upcoming cruise on the fuel-guzzling royal ship.
‘This isn’t the news anyone wants’: A-ha star’s major health battle
Morten Harket, the frontman of Norwegian band A-ha who rose to fame with the hit Take on Me, has been diagnosed with a condition which could stop him from performing publicly again.
WATCH: Katy’s ‘roar’ Aussie encounter
As Katy Perry embarked on her sold-out Australian tour, the American pop star found one very wild way to beat jet lag.
New video: bumbling Colorado terror suspect lit himself on fire
A video has emerged of the jaw-dropping moment a man wielding a flamethrower in an anti-Semitic attack on a peaceful Israeli rally in Colorado lit himself on fire at the start of his rampage.
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