Warning for millions over ‘uncontrollable’ fire
Authorities have expanded fire warnings in a number of states after warning that fierce bushfires in Victoria will become ‘uncontrollable’.
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Arson charges laid on eve of fire ban
A man has been charged with intentionally setting fires in an area that has been gripped by bushfires and extreme fire danger.
Police hunting ‘semi-naked’ man after fire
A man is suspected of setting himself alight outside a fast food venue on Christmas morning after singed underwear and clothing were found at the scene.
Brutal weather for Christmas, Boxing days
A cold front is charging towards parts of Australia sending temperatures soaring for Christmas with some capitals peaking at 40C.
Heartless parcel act day before Christmas
CCTV has captured the moment a brazen thief makes off with over 80 parcels from a post office, in a heartless act just days before Christmas.
Update after neo-Nazi protest in Melbourne
The update comes after a group fully covered in black clothing held up anti-Semitic signs on the steps of Victoria’s Parliament House.
‘Shocking’: Gades great slams Marvel Stadium’s under-fire surface
Former Melbourne Renegades captain Aaron Finch has questioned how serious Marvel Stadium is about cricket and offered an alternate venue the franchise should consider making its home.
State’s huge move ahead of ‘extreme’ Boxing Day
One Aussie state has issued a sweeping ban due to “extreme” dangers over the Christmas period – prompted by dual threats of scorching temperatures and raging fires.
Total fire ban declared for Victoria as Boxing Day scorcher looms
High temperatures and strong winds are set to create the perfect storm for firefighters already tackling a huge blaze in the Grampians, with a total fire ban declared across Victoria for Boxing Day.
Voges slams ‘substandard’ conditions as Gades down Scorchers
The surface was slammed as “an absolute joke”, there was a catch of the year contender, the roof was hit … and the Renegades came out on top against the Scorchers. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
Total fire ban declared for Victoria as Boxing Day scorcher looms
High temperatures and strong winds are set to create the perfect storm for firefighters already tackling a huge blaze in the Grampians, with a total fire ban declared across Victoria for Boxing Day.
‘Not our friends’: Ukraine warning to Aussies
Australians have been warned that “Russians are not our friends” after a Melbourne man was captured in Ukraine.
What’s open on Christmas Eve, Christmas, Boxing Day in Melbourne 2024
If you’re squeezing in some last-minute Christmas shopping for food, presents or alcohol, we’ve got all the information to ensure you know what’s open.
Cricket storm erupts over ‘absolute joke’
Commentators were left astonished by a Big Bash sight, with the surface at the Melbourne ground slammed as an “absolute joke”
Early start, early finish at Caulfield Heath to avoid Boxing Day heat
The eight-race Boxing Day meeting at Caulfield Heath will proceed with revised race times to avoid the extreme heat that’s forecast for Melbourne on Thursday.
Melbourne Cup hero Vow And Declare retired
Melbourne Cup winner Vow And Declare has been retired following a lacklustre performance in Saturday’s Pakenham Cup.
‘Extreme’: Horror forecast for Boxing Day
One Aussie state has issued a massive warning over “extreme” dangers over the Christmas period, amid scorching temperatures and a massive bushfire still being contained.
Warning to Russia over detained Aussie
The Russian government has been urged to “fully adhere” to humanitarian law after reports its forces had captured a Melbourne man in Ukraine.
Hollywood megastar headed to Australia
An international A-list actor is coming to Australia to make his next movie – and he’s set to bring more than 450 jobs with him.
Man’s finger bitten in road rage incident
Police are investigating allegations a man’s finger was bitten by another driver during a bizarre road rage incident.
Body found in lake near playground
A body has been found in a lake in a popular inner-city park, metres away from a children’s playground where dozens of families were playing.
Hunt for ‘Grinch’ after brazen move
Police are on a mission to save Christmas after a grub was caught trying to steal a van full of goodies.
‘Could burn for weeks’: Dire warning as Grampians bushfire rages
Bushfire conditions are expected to worsen in coming days as temperatures soar across Victoria, with firefighters still battling an out-of-control blaze in the Grampians.
Bushfires to rage ‘well into January’
Bushfire conditions are expected to worsen in the coming days as temperatures soar across Victoria, after residents evacuate high danger areas.
Teen charged with murder after horror brawl
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a deadly brawl allegedly involving up to 40 people.
’He vetted okay’: No final call on Vow And Declare
The managing owner of Vow And Declare has addressed speculation around the Melbourne Cup champion in the wake of his last-placing in Saturday’s Pakenham Cup.
‘Chautauqua of Hong Kong’ refuses to jump at Pakenham
Stewards will consider the racing future of Global Harmony after the former Hong Kong galloper refused to take part in the last race at Pakenham.
Nazis ran off after ‘disgusting’ sign: cops
A group of 20 masked men “ran away” after they were confronted holding an anti-Semitic sign by the community and police.
Storm hold off rivals for key signature
He knows he’s behind two superstars in the playmaking pecking order at Storm but an emerging talent has opted to stay in Melbourne.
‘Leave now’: Bushfire triples in size
Locals have been told to ‘leave now’ as a bushfire tripled in size overnight.
Fury over preschool’s Father’s Day decision
A Melbourne preschool has made the controversial decision to ditch Mother’s and Father’s Day celebrations next year.
Horror forecast for Boxing Day Test
Cricket fans have been warned of a potentially record breaking forecast on the annual Boxing Day Test.
Murder charge after botched break in
It’s believed a group broke into a home before the occupant shot one of the intruders, with another intruder then shooting the resident.
‘All-time great’ catch not enough as Strikers sink Stars
A stunning catch by Ben Duckett wasn’t enough to inspire Melbourne Stars to a drought-breaking win, as Adelaide clinched a 15-run victory. WATCH THE CATCH, FULL HIGHLIGHTS
Warning as crazy bushfire ‘out-of-control’
A major warning has been issued over an out-of-control bushfire burning through thousands of hectares of land – all ahead of a scorcher weekend in Australia.
Stark warning as flesh-eating disease spreads
A gruesome flesh-eating bacteria – suspected to be transmitted by an iconic animal – is spreading in one Aussie state, and health officials are warning everyone is at risk.
Update in pop star’s bitter feud with mum
An Aussie pop sensation’s bitter feud with her mother over claims her finances were mismanaged has finally come to an end in a Melbourne court.
Man who renovated 12 homes’ simple trick to double your money
Melburnian Frank Triantafyllou has renovated a dozen properties he’s lived or invested in, and in every instance he’s found a straightforward reno job is the easiest way to add value.
EXCLUSIVE: Reilly appointed as Melbourne Racing Club CEO
Melbourne Racing Club has appointed influential breeding and racing figure Tom Reilly as chief executive officer.
How much would you pay for the Brunswick Jacinda Ardern silo?
An industrial site in Melbourne’s inner north, where heritage-listed silos feature a massive mural of the former New Zealand PM, is up for grabs. See what its selling for.
Update after Melbourne shooting manhunt
Police have arrested four people over shooting deaths in a Melbourne suburb earlier this month, after a major manhunt for a man who allegedly fled the scene.
‘Fine line’: Aussie cricket star’s secret weapon
She already holds the position of Australian women’s cricket team captain, but Alyssa Healy says watching the game has taught her just as much as playing it.
Melbourne’s 24 priciest home sales of 2024
A last-minute multimillion-dollar mansion was the most-expensive home to change hands in 2024, as a handful of property deals generated hundreds of millions of dollars in sales. SEE THE LIST
Dusty, Jane Turner among biggest celeb home winners in 2024
From Kath and Kim’s Jane Turner to young rich-lister Adrian Portelli, celebrities have made a number of property plays around Victoria in 2024. SEE THE BIGGEST SALES.
Business as usual for City amid Victory drama
Melbourne City remains focused on the club’s derby task rather than be worried about the consequences of Melbourne Victory losing the services of coach Patrick Kisnorbo.
The 10 biggest home sales of 2024
Fund managers, coal barons, and car dealers are among the buyers of the most expensive homes in 2024. See the top 10.
No dodgy pitch excuse for record low
The last BBL match in Geelong was abandoned due to an unsafe pitch, but that couldn’t be used as an excuse for a new record low score.
Major update on naked man crane siege
Police negotiated with an at-times naked man for more than five hours in a siege at a construction site following a suspicious fire.
250+ day wait: Buckley among famous faces struggling to offload homes
From Tania Buckley to an ex-car giant president, some of Melbourne’s most-prominent people are struggling to finish the year offloading their multimillion-dollar assets.
Car smashes into Nando’s over cash refusal
An allegedly stolen car was rammed into the side of an inner-city fast food venue on Friday morning – and the message sprayed on the vehicle has people talking.
WFH gov employee’s unusual CEO side job
By day, Udai Mahendru works as a senior bureaucrat for the Victorian government — he also has a side gig as CEO of the “best college in Melbourne”.
‘Do not return’: Bushfire warning update
Residents have been warned not to return home if they’re away as an out of control bushfire has burned through more than 7000 hectares of land.
Renegades run riot on Hurricanes in nightmare all-time low
The Melbourne Renegades have enforced a demolition of the highest order on the Hobart Hurricanes, chasing down their franchise record-low target of 75 in just nine overs. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
Virat Kohli in heated airport confrontation
The heat of the Border-Gavaskar Test battle might be getting to Virat Kohli after he clashed with reporters at Melbourne Airport.
Tradie stabbed in horror gang attack
The tradie, who nearly lost his life, was attacked by at least 10 teenagers, it is believed.
Peake’s stunning start makes history at Sandbelt Invitational
West Australian Ryan Peake has made Sandbelt Invitational history after a stunning start to the final round – despite having to ask members of the crowd for shot advice.
‘Came from nowhere’: Victory deals with shock departure
Melbourne Victory’s captain says teammates are “really comfortable” with their new interim coach, who faces a baptism of fire.
Willo craves another cup win with ‘special horse’
Craig Williams is chasing another big-race win with Vow And Declare after recently reuniting with his Melbourne Cup winner.
Nasty injury sidelines Dees skipper
A painful injury in pre-season training has derailed the summer plans of Melbourne’s star captain.
‘Bit of a vibe’: Melb family riding the $1m+ wave north
The city’s million-dollar club has defied the odds and grown across the year, despite widespread home value falls for almost 200 suburbs. See the area that this family struck it lucky.
State reaches devastating milestone
One state has reached a disturbing and devastating milestone for the first time ever.
Update on struggling Stars’ absent batters
The Melbourne Stars have news on the availability of two key players following a disappointing 0-2 start to their BBL campaign.
Struggling Stars give update on absent bats
The Melbourne Stars have news on the availability of two key players following a disappointing 0-2 start to their BBL campaign.
Worth $6.7bn+: who owns Melb’s major shopping centres
As thousands flock to the city’s shopping meccas like the Block Arcade, Chadstone and Kath & Kim’s favourite retail spot, Fountain Gate, have you wondered who actually owns them and how much they’re worth?
Neighbours star charged with Nazi salute
An Australian actor has officially been charged for performing a Nazi salute at an event in Melbourne after video footage emerged.
‘Fans will catch sixes’: Renegades load up on explosive batters
The new-look Renegades will play their first Marvel home game of the season on Monday, with captain Will Sutherland predicting fireworks. Here’s everything you need to know about the match, and other big events happening in Melbourne.
‘What a joke’: Members fume as cost-cutting VRC shutters Club Stand for January race meetings
Cash-strapped Victoria Racing Club has shuttered its landmark members’ grandstand for meetings in January to cut costs.
Heat ace shines as Stars’ ‘strange’ selection exposes glaring void
Melbourne Stars are scrambling for early season answers in BBL|14, as injuries, selection troubles and a Jimmy Peirson masterclass handed them a second straight loss. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
‘Grave danger’: Killer driver learns fate
A drunk driver was speeding at more than 100km/h when he slammed into a family’s car, killing a 16-year-old girl and injuring several other people.
Epic mansion breaks Melb’s 2024 house price record
A Toorak mansion has sold in a last-minute deal to score the biggest residential sale in Victoria and the fourth-largest nationwide in 2024. SEE WHAT IT SOLD FOR
Teen threatened in machete robbery
The group allegedly threatened him with a machete before stealing his phone and forcing him to make an electronic transfer of cash.
Group 1 grand slam awaits Thompson in The Phoenix
Trainer Jason Thompson will be out to put an exclamation mark on a record breaking year when Explicit and Excavation take their place in the $1.65m The Phoenix on Saturday night.
Ex-AFL stalwart Shaun Higgins’ makes millions in Bayside
Former AFL star Shaun Higgins and his wife Heidi have scored a multimillion-dollar deal for their luxe Bayside family home on the eve of Christmas. Find out how much it sold for.
Two iconic pubs placed into administration
Two popular Melbourne venues have collapsed owing millions of dollars to creditors as administrators urgently seek a buyer.
VRC board incumbents see off challengers
The Victoria Racing Club board was returned unchanged in a massive show of faith by members after the club announced another massive loss last month.
Maxy still no good for BBL
A nasty hamstring injury suffered playing for Australia is continuing to impact Glenn Maxwell’s Big Bash campaign.
A-League shock as coach quits powerhouse
With his team sitting in third less than half way through the A-League season, the Melbourne Victory coach has quit for a new job overseas
Grim outlook for Melbourne in 2025 laid bare
Economists have predicted that Melbourne’s market will be worst performing capital city around the country next year. However some experts think conditions could improve. SEE THE STATS
Punters vs. pros: Wild new challenge coming to Australian Open
Amateur tennis players will get the chance to take a swing at the world’s best in a Grand Slam tournament first to be unveiled at next month’s Australian Open.
Fans all say same about Welcome to Country
An NRL powerhouse’s massive call surrounding the Welcome to Country ceremony has sparked a storm on social media.
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