Desperate moves Victorians making to escape mortgage jail
Victorians trapped in ‘mortgage prisons’ are putting their homes up as holiday rentals, leasing out spare rooms and ending maternity leave early in desperate bids to pay their mortgage.
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‘We need to cut tax’: James Newbury’s vision for Vic’s ‘most important job’
Incoming shadow treasurer James Newbury has outlined his bold vision to drive down the state’s huge debt and hinted at making big changes to land tax if elected — and he’s vowed to tear up plans for a statue of Dan Andrews.
Killers who posed as cops to execute gangster had ‘done their homework’
Killers of gangland figure Hawre Sherwani are suspected of deliberately choosing one of the most common vehicles in Victoria Police’s fleet when they posed as police to carry out their hit.
Cops called in as NDIS loses billions more to frauds, overcharging
Billions more taxpayer dollars are being lost through NDIS rorts and overcharging than previously thought, with the disability scheme crying out to police for help in stopping the fraud.
Queensland force luring Victoria Police north with fat cash bonuses
Victoria Police members are increasingly being enticed to leave the state as the Queensland force offers cash bonuses and incentives for recruits to make the move up north.
Dutton declares Libs are ‘back in town’ ahead of campaign launch
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is set to kick off his election campaign in the marginal Melbourne seat of Chisholm where he plans to tell Australians he is the last chance to save the nation.
Tennis legend Andy Murray spills about coaching Novak Djokovic
In an incredible tell-all interview, Scottish tennis great Andy Murray has shared about his coaching dynamic with Novak Djokovic.
Miracle teen back in the water after breaking both legs in horror cliff jump
13-year-old Sarah Jacka has opened up on the “tough year” of recovery after a freak accident jumping from The Pillars in Mt Martha left her fearing she would never walk again.
Doctor linked to Essendon drugs saga banned from medical practice
A doctor linked to the Essendon supplements saga — and who treated underworld figure Toby Mitchell after one of his shootings — has been banned from practising by the nation’s health watchdog.
Alcaraz determined to complete trophy collection at Aus Open
Spanish third seed Carlos Alcaraz is eager to complete his grand slam collection by claiming the Australian Open trophy.
How the big six bikie gangs are linked to tobacco war mayhem
From firebombings to outlaw trade, all of Australia’s big-six bikie gangs have had a part in the raging tobacco wars of the past two years. Now, the moves made by each are explained.
‘Professional flirting’: Ex-AFL star Bob Murphy’s take on ABC radio
Newly in the ABC’s breakfast radio slot, Bob Murphy and Sharnelle Vella are gearing up to take on radio giants with a ‘shuttle launch’ approach.
Brother of Wyndham Vale stabbing victim died in similar circumstances
The stabbing death of Wyndham Vale man Lino Atem, 24, is the second tragedy to strike the family after his brother was killed in similar circumstances in 2023.
‘No place for hate-filled people’: Battin distances himself from neo-Nazi group
New Opposition Leader Brad Battin has been forced to deny allegations he was helping to push the agenda of a group of neo-Nazis who claimed he invited them to a rally in his electorate.
John Farnham announces exciting new role for 2025
Aussie music legend John Farnham has revealed he will be taking on a special new role that’s particularly close to his heart this year.
How a Melbourne performer co-wrote new Robbie Williams biopic
Melbourne-born theatre star Simon Gleeson never thought he would be one of the masterminds behind the new Robbie Williams biopic, Better Man.
Five embarrassing Melb eyesores Nick Reece needs to clean up now
Lord Mayor Nick Reece is fond of referring to Melbourne as the “best and fairest” city — but has he seen these dreadful eyesores making a mockery of our best landmarks?
Livestock trucks diverted from Southbank streets through inner-city tunnels
Trucks carrying live animals have begun travelling through Melbourne’s inner-city tunnels as part of a trial to keep them off suburban streets after a crash in which more than 20 animals died.
Fed-up St Kilda locals say crime, drug use worse than ever
St Kilda residents and business owners say they’re living in fear, claiming their suburb looks more like a lawless crime zone than a beachside tourist hotspot.
Smart house and land decision pays dividends for Melb family
A 2022 decision to buy a house and land package has paid off for this family who bought in Melbourne’s west. Here’s why.
Remains of Adrian Romeo found almost a year after he vanished
Human remains belonging to a Craigieburn man suspected of being murdered have been found almost a year after he disappeared.
Bumper crowds tipped for Aus Open main draw
Australian Open organisers are urging fans to buy tickets for the next fortnight sooner rather than later, after record numbers piled into Melbourne Park during the event’s first week.
222 suburbs where Melbourne home values went backwards
Melbourne’s battler ‘burbs were the big winners of 2024’s housing market, as affordable addresses dominated the list of the city’s top-performing areas. SEE BEST AND WORST PERFORMERS
‘Hypocrisy’: Monique Ryan in firing line as Coalition ramps up war on Teal MPs
The Coalition has launched a scathing attack on Dr Monique Ryan and Zoe Daniel ahead of the federal election in a bid to claw back vital seats at the upcoming federal election.
School kid to ISIS terrorist: How ‘Mother’s Day Bomb Plotter’ was freed
As a Melbourne teenager, dubbed the “Mother’s Day Bomb Plotter”, he was recruited by Islamic State. He’s one of many kids being lured under the radar of terror watch lists. See how.
Huge step toward ending medical misogyny in Victoria
Medical misogyny has for years labelled women “too unreliable to study”, but now dedicated research on women’s health in Victoria could hold the key to a breakthrough.
Private schools cashing in on AFL legends to teach future footy stars
Some of the state’s top private schools are bankrolling AFL greats such as Jimmy Bartel, Nathan Brown and Scott Pendlebury to coach the next generation of footy stars.
Election mode activated: Three key battlegrounds in Albo’s sights
The Prime Minister went bush on the first week of his unofficial 2025 election campaign, determined to show people he’s a ‘genuine bloke’.
What your home is now worth: each suburb revealed
Australia’s housing market has become a patchwork of fortunes, with some cities and suburbs seeing strong growth while others record downturns.
Top jockey Jamie Kah prepares to tie the knot in style
Jockey Jamie Kah has prepared for her upcoming wedding to fellow jockey Ben Melham with a bikini-clad hen-do.
Seven’s Mike Amor tears up live on air over LA wildfires
Channel 7 newsreader Mike Amor has choked back tears while talking about the horrific bushfires at his old home in LA.
Carlton boss urged to report ‘d*** pic’ to police
Carlton president Luke Sayers is being urged to report his lewd image incident to Victoria Police, as mystery surrounds the identity of the man in the picture.
Victorians to lose power bill credits under planned energy rebate cut
Hundreds of thousands of Victorian households with solar panels will miss out on generous feed-in tariffs after a proposed slashing of energy rebates.
Where Aussies could face LA-style fire insurance disaster
Los Angeles is facing a second disaster in the aftermath of raging fires with vast numbers of homes uninsured. And experts have warned parts of Australia are heading down the same path.
Footscray crash accused killer driver was on six counts of bail
A man charged with manslaughter over a horror fatal truck crash in Footscray was on six counts of bail at the time of the incident, a court has heard.
Second round uni offers unveiled — search your course now
Thousands of Victorians have been given another chance to study their dream university course after the release of second round tertiary offers on Friday. Search for your offer here.
‘No f***ing way’: Portelli reveals Block raffle winner’s decision
Billionaire Adrian Portelli has revealed the winner of his mega-giveaway of all The Block 2024 properties and what option they decided to take. Find out what happens to the houses now.
Man accused of dealing drugs in broad daylight near Chapel St
A South Yarra man accused of selling drugs outside Prahran’s pubs and clubs in broad daylight has been arrested and charged by police. Watch the video.
‘I’ve been shot’: Gangster killed by hit team posing as police
Gangland figure Hawre Sherwani — who had a $1m-plus murder contract on his head — was killed in a hail of bullets after he was pulled over by a hit team posing as police.
Monash University caught up in fresh staff underpayment scandal
Monash University has admitted to underpaying staff another $7.6m, with the tertiary union accusing it of “wage theft” and calling for a federal parliamentary inquiry into the governance of unis.
‘It’s illegal, they just don’t care’: Dark, dangerous solarium ring exposed
They’ve been banned for a decade, but a Herald Sun investigation uncovered swarms of illegal sunbed operators thriving in an illicit network.
‘Mental anguish’: Ex-worker takes Melbourne luxury builder to VCAT
An ex-employee of Melbourne home builder Marque Property Group has launched legal action against his former boss, claiming he was subjected to “hateful homophobic comments”.
Allan govt reveals hospital groupings for health network plan
The Allan government has detailed how the state’s hospitals will be grouped under a controversial move to streamline resources, which critics have dubbed “amalgamation by stealth”.
Murder accused fronts court following Dandenong death
A 30-year-old man from Dandenong North has faced court on Friday following the mysterious death of a man in McCrae St, Dandenong this week.
‘We’re done’: Breaking Bad homeowner’s battle with trespassers
Walter White may be the one who knocks, but the owners of his home in real life are sick of too many knockers at their door. See what they hope to sell it for.
Rare glimpse inside Harry, Meghan’s $20m home
Meghan Markle has shared a rare glimpse inside her $20 million California mansion as she posted an emotional tribute to her late dog.
Multiple Melb mansions quietly sell for millions in festive flurry
Melbourne homes have been quietly selling for prices as high as $25m while as most people were enjoying holidays, gifting richlisters major paydays. SEE THE BIGGEST SALES
Saints’ shame: Secret end to elite school’s classroom sex abuse case
The most expensive school in Adelaide has avoided a civil trial in the Victorian courts.
‘Massive hit’: Allan govt quietly hikes gas exploration permit fees
The Allan government has raised gas exploration permit fees by more than 300 per cent in a move industry members have slammed as a “mixed message” as shortages loom for the state.
Greenvale residents ‘left behind’ in decade-long supermarket limbo
Residents of a booming housing estate in Melbourne’s north have been waiting for a promised supermarket for more than 10 years. The crux of the hold-up? It all comes down to a set of traffic lights.
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