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Bont’s dad sues Kew couple in legal dogfight
The father of Western Bulldogs star Marcus Bontempelli is locked in a legal battle with a couple from Kew over an alleged debt of more than a quarter of a million dollars.
School overdoses preppie with insulin in diabetic disaster
The fearful parents of a seven-year-old Victorian diabetic girl have pulled their daughter out of school after staff put her life at risk with an insulin dose 12 times higher than it should have been.
Where staff can work from home more often than public servants
Some of Melbourne’s biggest private employers, including NAB, Westpac and Origin Energy, still only ask staff to come into the office two days a week — less than public servants.
New claim about company at centre of Nine star’s loo chase
A finance company whose employee was chased into a women’s toilet by A Current Affair’s former reporter Seb Costello has been accused of an ‘unconscionable’ act.
Kidnapped, mutilated: Gruesome torture sessions filmed for gangland bosses
Victims are being taken to secret locations and mutilated by sadistic thugs in a chilling revenge plot for gangland bosses involved in Melbourne’s underworld conflict.
‘Not a good look’: Liberal MP with 14 rentals among Vic parliament’s property moguls
The housing crisis does not appear to be impacting Victorian MPs, with parliament full of homeowners, landlords, and even property moguls, prompting experts to warn that a deepening class divide could alienate voters.
How it unfolded: The five seconds before horror crash at Avalon Airshow
Avalon aerobatic pilot Glenn Collins remains in a critical condition, surrounded by family in hospital. Experts say he’s lucky to have escaped instant death. So, how did he manage to get out alive?
Surprising luxury of Australia’s most remote off-grid homes
Dreaming about an off-grid escape? Check out these remote properties where you can truly disconnect Down Under.
Seymour dad allegedly stabbed to death after fight with neighbour
The man killed in a stabbing in Victoria’s north on Saturday has been identified as a local father.
Ahana finally says goodbye to hospital bed after 5-month stay
Five-year-old fighter Ahana was admitted to hospital for a one-day procedure in November, but a series of infections resulting in more surgeries and six weeks in ICU mean she only just left.
‘Difficult decision’: Luxury hotel scraps plans to host George Pell memorial
The Park Hyatt Melbourne has backflipped on plans to host a memorial for Cardinal George Pell after copping fierce backlash about the event online.
Police feared for their lives before shooting man at welfare check-in
A crazed man accused of “aggressively” chasing six police with a metal pole during a welfare check in Melbourne’s southeast is in hospital after being shot by an officer.
‘Knives in the toilets’: Mount Ridley College parents distraught over relentless bullying
Parents at a high school in Melbourne’s northern suburbs say “no one cares” that someone is going “to die” as students ramp up relentless bullying attacks and allegedly threaten each other with knives.
Aussie artist and gardener’s globally renowned estate for sale
Acclaimed artist Criss Canning and garden designer David Glenn are selling their Victorian estate and iconic nursery that shaped their life’s work. SEE INSIDE
Chadstone family auctions off Armadale abode
The granddaughter of billionaire and Chadstone owner John Gandel has sold her residence in Melbourne’s inner suburbs. See what it sold for.
Drug users hit back over ‘zombie’ crisis
Dead bodies on the street. Drug users injecting in broad daylight. It’s a horror show for some but addicts say it’s not the whole story.
Surprise suburbs where Victorians have paid off their homes
Many of Melbourne’s battler suburbs are surpassing or keeping pace with well-heeled areas like Brighton and Toorak when it comes to a key housing metric. SEE THE LIST
How Peter Dutton can become Australia’s next PM
In normal times, what Peter Dutton is tasked with achieving would be impossible. But these are not normal times, argues James Morrow.
Avalon Airshow goes on after champion pilot seriously injured in crash
A stunt pilot seriously injured in a horror plane crash during an aerobatics display at the Avalon Airshow has been revealed to be a veteran pilot and keen skydiver.
Courts must ‘play ball’ on bail decisions, Attorney-General warns Vic’s top judge
Attorney-General Sonya Kilkenny has told the state’s top judge Victorians “do not feel safe in their homes” and warned the courts must put community safety first immediately in their bail decisions.
‘Year 10 purge’: Ex-pupils claim schools ‘managing out’ students with low grades
Schools are being blamed for a rise in year 12s opting to study an unscored VCE program amid allegations they’re “managing out” students with low grades to protect their VCE performance scores.
Thousands of workers caught up in Ambulance Victoria data breach
The personal details of 3000 Ambulance Victoria workers have allegedly been stolen by a former employee, with the alarming security breach now being investigated by police.
Latrobe Council slammed for all-expenses paid European ‘vacay’ for mayor
Latrobe City Council has been lashed for deciding to splash thousands of dollars of ratepayers’ cash to send its mayor on a “cheeky European vacay” to accompany a local band.
Teen girl rushed to hospital after stabbing in Pakenham
A young woman is on the run and a teenage girl is seriously injured after a stabbing attack in Melbourne’s southeast.
Grill the leaders: Ask Albo and Dutton your burning questions
Get unprecedented access to the 2025 federal election campaign with the chance to grill Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton on the issues that matter to you. SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS
Future of abandoned graffitied Melb mansion revealed
A vacant, graffitied mansion in Melbourne’s outer southeast — that became Australia’s most-viewed property in 2024 — has a new owner, who flew in to to check out the quirky site.
Spandex, frocks and one iconic headband: How Fleur dressed a generation of music icons
She put Rod Stewart into Spandex, got ‘Physical’ with Olivia Newton-John and turned Motley Crue into Mad Max inspired rock warriors. Now costume designer to the stars Fleur Thiemeyer is recounting her extraordinary life in a new book.
Trio arrested after alleged robbery at Cranbourne discount store
Police have swooped on three alleged thieves after wild footage emerged of staff and a guitar-wielding customer trying to stop them fleeing Cranbourne’s new Panda Mart store.
‘Kick in the guts’: Loved rural primary school to close
Parents have been caught off guard by a shock call to close Lindenow South Primary School at the end of term one.
Star’s home hits market for third time with $2m off
Brittany Murphy’s home has been put back on the market for the third time in a year. See how much it’s selling for.
Federal election 2025: All your questions answered
With the end of the three-year federal government term rapidly approaching, here’s everything you need to know about casting your vote.
Kate bombshell move from ‘prison’ palace
Katherine, the Princess of Wales, is giving Princess Diana vibes after revealing why her family moved out of their stunning 20-bedroom palace.
Estranged husband accused of murdering mum of four in Werribee backyard
A woman allegedly stabbed to death by her estranged husband in the backyard of her home in Melbourne’s west was a mother of four who ran her own clothing store and shared adoring social media posts of her young children.
Three arrested after protesters block Avalon Airshow gates
Police have arrested three people after protesters locked themselves to a truck to stop crowds from entering the Avalon Airshow, sparking traffic chaos.
‘Ridiculous’: MAFS bride’s wild $2.7m claim
Controversial Married At First Sight star Jacqui Burfoot has revealed her $2.7m hack, urging others who want to get rich to follow.
‘Bullied out of their jobs’: Why Lyndale Secondary College staff staged walkout
The entire performing arts faculty at Lyndale Secondary College walked off the job in protest last year. Now a formal complaint to the Education Department has revealed why.
Murder charge after woman found dead in Werribee home
A man has been charged with murder after the discovery of a woman’s body in a Werribee home.
Revealed: Where you can vote on election day
The election has been called but where can you cast your vote? See our interactive map of all polling booths in Victoria.
Ex-Socceroo’s long-time Lower Plenty home for sale
A former Socceroo and Australian National Soccer League championship captain is selling his Lower Plenty home. See how much he might get for it.
Seven issues that will decide the federal election winner
These are the key issues the federal election will be fought on, and how Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton will tackle them.
Undecided voters unleash on migration and cost of living
Undecided voters in key seats believe Anthony Albanese’s tax cuts are a joke and others are divided on Peter Dutton migration policy saying the leaders are so far unconvincing. See the video.
The whopping amount police will spend to destroy 1m seized vapes
Victoria Police is leasing secret storage facilities to house upwards of a million illegal vapes until they can destroy them — a process which will cost $750,000.
Packer’s new buy part of huge $400m+ collection
The Aussie billionaire is flaunting his latest purchase which has added to a massive $400m private collection.
Diamonds, art: Deloitte director’s ‘out-of-control’ $2.7m expense sham laid bare
A former Deloitte director who claimed $2.7m in fake work expenses to splurge on luxury items, including pink diamonds and high-end art, was “chasing sugar hits” after a relationship breakdown, a court has heard.
Strathcona teachers to walk off the job over pay, working hours dispute
Teachers from elite private school Strathcona Girls Grammar will begin industrial action next week amid stalled talks about working hours and pay.
CityLink toll hike: $20+ return fee coming for Melbourne commuters
Commuters are set to be stung by yet another price hike for travel on the CityLink toll road, coming into effect within a matter of days. Here’s what you’ll pay to travel into the CBD.
Former Hells Angels strongman and son caught up in police sting
Former Hells Angels heavyweight Peter “Skitzo” Hewat and his son Beau have been entangled in a national police operation against the gang.
Aussies mock major flaw in new anti-smoking slogans
New anti-smoking messaging has been accused of missing the mark.
Strike fast: Melb firehouse’s unusual offer to eight mates
An old Coburg fire station is serving multiple apartments in a buying twist that could suit you and seven of your closest friends. See inside
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