Two dead in Easter Sunday motorbike crash
Two people have died in a horror Easter Sunday crash while riding an allegedly stolen motorbike.
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‘Unconscious, convulsions’: Shock footy act
A player was left “unconscious” and suffering “convulsions” after a sickening act off the ball in a country footy game in Victoria.
Chapel St Easter stabbing victim identified
A father-of-six has been identified as the victim of a shocking Easter Sunday stabbing in Melbourne’s popular Chapel Street precinct.
Notorious serial killer dead at 72
The 72-year-old, who was jailed for life for the brutal murders of several women across NSW and Victoria, has died in a Sydney hospital.
Jackie Gillies doesn’t care if you don’t believe she speaks to dead people
Former Real Housewives of Melbourne star Jackie Gillies has given people goosebumps with psychic readings for 23 years. Now she wants you to know she’s more than just the wife of a rock star. She’s keeping it Real.
Kossie clipped over AFL goal celebration
Demons star Kossie Pickett put on a show at the MCG, but one cheeky act seemed to split the AFL world right down the middle.
City’s back-to-back premiership extra special for Golden Boot winner
Melbourne City’s back-to-back A-League Women’s titles took on extra significance for one player in particular given her journey back to the game.
Five dead in Easter weekend drownings
Five people have drowned and one man remains missing after a series of tragedies across New South Wales and Victoria over the Easter long weekend.
Missing six-year-old survives night in bush
A six-year-old boy, who has autism and is non-verbal, spent the night lost in dense bushland before a young cyclist made the remarkable discovery.
‘F***’: Embarrassed Bellamy loses plot
Craig Bellamy said it all with the first two words that slipped out in his press conference after the Melbourne Storm were “embarrassed”.
Records tumble in Craig Bellamy horror show
The Dolphins have pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the season and subjected the Storm to some unwanted NRL history.
Fans turn on ‘utterly shameful’ Kangaroos
On a day they were supposed to show the AFL world their progress, the Kangaroos failed miserably in another Good Friday belting.
Woman charged after police shooting
A woman has been charged after she was shot by police following a horror alleged carjacking and 12-hour pursuit.
Melbourne: What $1m buys now will shock you
Melbourne homebuyers with $1m to spend are getting a rude shock this Easter as the city’s housing market leaves less and less available for seven figures. See which areas are being hit hardest.
Radical plan to remove Boomers, fix housing crisis
Empty nesters have locked thousands of family homes away from Victoria’s struggling housing market and experts say it’s time for the government to act.
Star makes rare comments about marriage
Harry Connick Jr reflects on his marriage to former Victoria’s Secret model Jill Goodacre – as he admits, ‘I don’t think of ours as a Hollywood marriage’.
See what home life is like for MasterChef judge
MasterChef judge Andy Allen’s multimillion-dollar new home has been revealed, complete with a pool, two kitchens and some serious architectural flair. Take a peek.
City star injured again
Melbourne City coach Aurelio Vidmar believes his team will again ‘cope’ without injured Socceroos great Mathew Leckie.
Why Melb identity kept empty pub licensed for six years
A high profile Melbourne businessman is selling the Collingwood pub where he’s kept a liquor license paid for six years, despite it not serving a drink since 2019. Find out why.
Melbourne Cup stud reins in new owner
Prominent horse racing figures Darren and Elizabeth Dance have sold their sprawling thoroughbred stud where 10 Melbourne Cup runners have lived and been trained.
Rex Hunt’s old Melb chipper reels in multimillion-dollar price
The Port Melbourne fish and chip shop Rex Hunt opened has sold after it hooked a new owner for a sum not even the famed angler and footballer would have kissed and sent back.
New details after man shot dead by cops
Police have provided an update on the ‘tragic’ fatal shooting of a man after he charged at police with a knife near a popular market in Melbourne.
Little faces of courage ready to inspire Victoria
The state’s littlest fighters are set to benefit from the generosity of Victorians as the Good Friday Appeal kicks off.
Fury over ‘freak’ act in Melbourne backyard
A 24-year-old was distraught when an irreplaceable item belonging to her late mother was stolen from their backyard in Melbourne.
Helicopter crashes at Melbourne airport
Emergency services have rushed a person to hospital after a helicopter crash at a Melbourne airport.
How couple in Melbourne’s west turned reno into $585,000
A Melbourne couple have revealed how they tackled an exhaustive renovation on the Werribee home where they got engaged and almost doubled its price in just five years. See the photos.
Coach shuts down club swap rumours
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has responded to reports of a potential move to Melbourne should the Demons sack Simon Goodwin.
Manhunt underway for alleged fraudster
Police searching for alleged fraudster on passport offences, and he could go by any of these six names.
‘Hungry to atone’: Kangas coming in hot
North Melbourne is desperate to “atone” its disappointing drop off against Gold Coast last week and will do so with the addition of a top draft pick.
Aussie brewer collapses after crushing blow
A popular brewery has entered voluntary administration after its major financial backer collapsed, triggering challenges at venues in Hobart, Melbourne and Perth.
Tiktok trend sparks chaos at Aussie cinema
A fire extinguisher has been let off in a Melbourne cinema as part of a viral TikTok trend causing chaos at screenings of A Minecraft Movie across the globe.
Home built in Great Ocean Road ‘flame zone’ in line for award
A Great Ocean Road home once deemed unbuildable due to its location in a designated bushfire ‘flame zone’ is among the coastal homes in line for architecture awards.
Bellamy knows decision clock is ticking
The ball is in Craig Bellamy’s court when it comes to coaching on in 2026 and the master mentor has revealed when he’ll make a call.
Weather whiplash for Easter long weekend
Aussies celebrating the Easter long weekend are in for a sudden drop in temperatures and cool front which will impact most of the country.
Coach shuts down club swap rumours
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has responded to reports of a potential move to Melbourne should the Demons sack Simon Goodwin.
Bizarre prison couple exposed by inmate
One of Australia’s most notorious con artists – who was jailed for posing as a sex-trafficked teen schoolgirl – has struck up a concerning relationship behind bars.
Melb couple’s plan to turn dome into Airbnb riches
A Melbourne couple have revealed their plans to turn a regional Victorian getaway spot complete with a light-up dome into an Airbnb goldmine. Take a peek around the incredible property.
Melb landlords in line for $780 boost
Melbourne landlords could be set for a $780 annual boost after a six-month rental trend was reversed in the first three months of this year. But their gains will come at a major cost for tenants.
Why housing big build could increase pressure on buyers
Plans to dramatically increase home building in regional Victorian cities would add to price woes facing homebuyers without reforms to land supply, building costs, a new report shows.
‘Suspicious’ fire erupts at sports pavilion
A “suspicious” blaze has torn through a popular sports pavilion in Melbourne, with pictures revealing the extent of the destruction.
Great unloads at AFL’s ‘poisonous landscape’
A Melbourne great has come to the defence of Willie Rioli and taken aim at one of the biggest issues the AFL is currently facing.
Sad reason Melbourne family face delay on second child
A Melbourne family who specifically made sure their first home was big enough to raise two kids have revealed the disheartening reason their second child is likely to be delayed.
Vic government hits landlords with $600k+ in fines
Consumer Affairs Victoria’s rental task force has been hit with a complaint a day since it was established a year ago, and dodgy landlords are facing pricey consequences.
Pedestrian fighting for life after bus crash
A male pedestrian has been rushed to hospital with critical injuries after he was struck by a bus in Melbourne’s north.
Bont presses case, star Pie returns but concerns for winless Demons
Two of Melbourne’s biggest stars and a top Western Bulldog will need to prove their fitness later in the week while Collingwood is set to welcome back a premiership midfielder.
The special service transporting sick babies between hospitals
Eight-week-old Norah was found to have a heart condition in the womb, meaning she was quickly brought into the world for treatment. Last week she was transported from Shepparton to the RCH by a special crew.
$2bn mega shopping precinct set to transform Melb’s northwest
A major retail and lifestyle hub is set to reshape one of Melbourne’s fastest-growing suburbs. Find out which major retail players are coming in.
‘Change is hard’: Winless Demons coach defiant
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin won’t be making drastic playing changes despite a winless start to the season and other coaches being linked to his job.
Aussie Gaga fans get an extra show
Lady Gaga adds extra show to meet huge demand for Mayhem Ball shows despite some fans compaining about high ticket prices.
Lion cub dies at Victorian Zoo
Zoos Victoria staff has been left heartbroken after they were forced to euthanise a three-week-old African lion cub.
Australia’s shock new 40 best suburbs revealed
If you live in one of these 40 Australian suburbs, the chances are you’ll be laughing all the way to the bank. The newest list will shock you.
Mystery buyer revealed in $21m Melbourne industrial deal
Demand for scarce industrial land continues to drive big deals, with a private buyer securing a $21m site in Melbourne’s booming western corridor. Find out who.
Thousand Guineas moves back to October in spring reshuffle
Two Group 1 races will return to their original spring timeslots as Racing Victoria makes changes to the Caulfield mid-November meeting.
What’s open in Melbourne this Easter long weekend
Find out what shops, services and entertainment is open across Melbourne this Easter long weekend.
First-home buyers beat families, downsizers to Werribee pad
A pair of first-home buyers have scored a 105-year-old house in Melbourne’s western suburbs, defeating other buyers including families and downsizers.
Bombshell report of AFL club’s coach swap
Simon Goodwin may have as little as three games left to save his job at Melbourne, and a rival coach has emerged as his possible replacement.
Woman breaks silence after 7-Eleven brawl
A woman involved in a wild brawl inside a 7-Eleven store has broken her silence for the first time as a coroner probes an unexplained death.
‘Isn’t the standard’: President’s letter ups Demon pressure
On Monday the Melbourne president tried to calm an agitated supporter base after a winless start but made no mention of one key figure.
Dad’s fury as son finds machetes at store
A distressed parent has called for police action after his son found an already half-empty box of machetes at a discount store.
‘More belief’: Kangas confident amid struggle fears
North Melbourne won just eight games in the past three seasons and two massive losses have some questioning whether they can get better.
New clue after kids find body on Christmas
A new clue has been released 53 years after a group of young children made a chilling discovery on Christmas Day, in a case that has haunted police for decades.
Diamonds to open Constellation Cup at home
The Diamonds will open this year’s Constellation Cup series with games in Melbourne and Sydney.
Ch7 reporter’s eyes targeted in cruel act
A Melbourne news reporter has called out the horrific comments strangers left on a recent TV reports, stating “it’s just not OK”.
‘It’s a bit MAFS’: Melb landlord’s $3k+ offer to love-struck tenants
A Melbourne landlord is offering a $3000+ sweetener for their tenants who decide to shack up together in a move that’s raised eyebrows among relationship experts and tenancy groups.
‘Gonna die’: Teen’s last words in hospital
A Melbourne teenager who died in hospital after anaphylaxis, reportedly said he was “gonna die” in his final moments, it has been reported.
Vixens survive Giants scare to claim scrappy first season win
In her 150th game, Melbourne Vixens star Jo Weston came up with crucial moments in her side’s win over the Giants. Meanwhile, the Thunderbirds overcame a heart scare for a star to beat the Lightning.
Warriors dismantled in ugly NRL bloodbath
The Melbourne Storm continued their insane win streak over the Warriors, delivering a demolition job in front of their home fans.
Man shot in Melbourne CBD
A police officer was forced to draw their firearm after a suspect vehicle drove towards them following a shooting in Melbourne’s Collins St early Sunday morning.
AFL star slams Premier’s ‘bizarre’ comment
An Aussie rules legend said Jacinta Allan’s decision to weigh in on an incident with an AFL player was “bizarre” while the state grapples with a crime wave.
Eric’s epic second half hands Lions massive comeback
Eric Hipwood had one touch in the first half, but come full time he had five goals to his name as the Lions managed a 10-goal turnaround in the second half.
Ex-bootmaker’s shop where Ned Kelly fought cops up for sale
A former bootmaker’s store where a young Ned Kelly fought with police officers, including the constable he would murder about a year later, is on the market in regional Victoria.
Six-figure bonus for artist’s house in Sunshine West
Artist Vonne Beyer was over the moon when her house in Melbourne’s north west fetched a price way above reserve on the weekend – but she will miss her garden, studio and creek views.
Melbourne house where squatters lived scores a seven-figure sale
A run down, graffitied house in Melbourne’s inner north where squatters lived for about a decade has delivered a stellar auction result for the family who have owned it for more than a century.
Costin wins thriller at wet and wild Doomben
Visiting jockey Winona Costin had one ride at Doomben and she sure made it count before the meeting was abandoned.
What the jockeys said: 2025 Australian Oaks
This is what the jockeys had to say after the running of the Australian Oaks at Randwick on Saturday.
Storm’s ridiculous record goes on the line
A sold-out crowd in Melbourne will see if the Storm can extend their remarkable record over the Warriors.
Man fatally stabbed in inner-city suburb
A man has been arrested after another man was fatally stabbed in an inner-city suburb overnight.
MAFS star ‘detains teen with machete’
A former Married At First Sight star chased down a 14-year-old who allegedly tried to carjack a woman in Melbourne.
Arzani in a ‘really good spot’ after Popovic blast
Star playmaker Daniel Arzani is ready to have an ‘impact’ in Melbourne Victory’s bid for A-League glory.
Ugly election turn with homophobic sign
Police have stepped in to remove homophobic banners targeting a gay Labor MP in Melbourne, as the shocking act is slammed by both major parties.
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