Fury as women’s violence mural defaced
Police are investigating after a mural in an iconic Melbourne laneway highlighting violence against women was vandalised with the words ‘war on men’.
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Greens leader ruthlessly trolled by voter
Greens leader Adam Bandt was noticeably cranky after being humiliated at a polling both by a troll who accused him of “demonising” Jews.
Storm star lauded for his ‘resilience’
Melbourne Storm’s Ryan Papenhuyzen has been praised for his determination to overcome a host of injuries to reach 100 NRL appearances.
Three seriously injured in chopper crash
Witnesses watched in shock as a helicopter plunged into the sea, with a jogger reportedly helping to pull victims from the wreckage.
Update after father-of-six dies in brawl
Police have revealed a major update in their investigation into an Easter Sunday brawl that left a father-of-six dead on a busy Melbourne street.
‘Piece of s**t’: Wild scenes as PM accosted
Chaos erupted in the final hours of the federal election campaign as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was accosted by a furious voter.
Where to vote: Full list of polling booths in Victoria
Australians are heading to the polls to cast their vote. See the full list of Victorian polling booth locations here — including the ones that will have a democracy sausage sizzle.
PM heckled and sworn at by angry voter as Neo Nazis crash pre-polls
Anthony Albanese has been confronted by a furious voter who hurled expletives at him as Neo-Nazis crashed a Melbourne pre-poll station to intimidate voters. SEE THE VIDEO
Disabled man fleeced by Uber driver
A custom armchair built by a disabled man as part of a support program was seemingly stolen by the Uber courier delivering it to his home, leaving him devastated.
City keen to exploit ‘weak’ Sydney defence
Melbourne City has the chance to not only end Sydney FC’s season on Saturday but also secure an AFC Champions League Elite spot.
Where Melb prices are about to be ‘supercharged’
Melbourne’s long-suffering property market is tipped to be one of the nation’s best for home price rises in 2025. See if your suburb is on the list set to be “supercharged”.
Seedy pool in Melbourne house the most popular in the country
A north west Melbourne home has unexpectedly become Australia’s hottest property — despite sinking stumps, water damage and a festering pool that hasn’t been used in for 20 years.
‘Outdated’: AFL coach wants tribunal maxtrix scrapped
After a week in which most in the AFL agree Paul Curtis’ three-week tackle ban was all sorts of wrong one premiership coach says the whole system is out of whack.
Umpire’s three words send AFL into frenzy
The AFL has shut down a conspiracy theory after commentators were left baffled by a rare and controversial umpiring act.
Flybuys inventor selling striking inner Melbourne pad
The creator of the Flybuys retail scheme and high-flying health advocate Peter Langkamp and his wife Kathryn have put their Art Nouveau-style house in Middle Park up for sale.
Melbourne Uni lists $8m+ ‘crown jewel’ mansion
Melbourne University is selling an extraordinary $8m Parkville property that’s poised to smash the suburb’s house price record, set by the affluent educator when they bought it. SEE INSIDE.
‘Pointing the wrong way’: Young gun’s horror injury
Essendon young gun Harrison Jones’S ankle was pointing the wrong way after a horror injury that will sideline him for some time.
‘Change it right now’: Clarko calls out AFL leaders
After North Melbourne’s Paul Curtis was suspended for a tackle, the AFL football boss flagged potential changes to the rule and Alastair Clarkson wants it done now.
War between Cornes and club goes next level
The war of words between North Melbourne and Kane Cornes hit a fresh low before the Roos’ agonising defeat on Thursday night.
First Moroney horse to step out for Hayes brothers
The Hayes brothers will saddle up their first Melbourne runner from late trainer Michael Moroney at Caulfield on Saturday.
Dees make a huge call on battling AFL star
Melbourne star Clayton Oliver will miss Saturday’s clash against West Coast after the midfielder endured a difficult week.
Violence erupts at Aussie pre-poll centre
The heated confrontation was captured on camera at a Melbourne pre-polling centre as people waited in line to vote.
Teams stunner: Star Dee to miss trip west
One of Melbourne’s biggest stars will miss the trip west this weekend. Get the latest team news ahead of a massive round of footy.
92yo woman knocked out cold on street
Sickening footage has captured the moment a 92-year-old woman with a walking frame was punched unconscious by a homeless man in an alleged random attack on a Melbourne street.
‘I went wow’: Williams’ emotional bond with country star
The Queensland winter carnival has been a happy hunting ground for legendary jockey Craig Williams and he kicks off here on Saturday with a horse close to his heart.
Star delivers hammer blow to new NRL team
A Melbourne Storm superstar has delivered a hammer blow to an NRL expansion team, while also speaking out on a sad WTC snub.
Man accused of shock attack on 92yo woman
Shocking footage has emerged of the moment a man allegedly assaulted an elderly woman at random outside a shopping centre in a major city.
Must-see $9m Melb mansion stuns buyers
A lavish Melbourne estate has hit the market with restored grandeur, designer flair and something few luxury listings can match. SEE INSIDE
Kyle and Jackie O’s million dollar gamble
The radio duo have had a small win in the most recent radio ratings – but what does this mean for their show in Melbourne.
Teen arrested over teacher carjacking
Police have arrested a 15-year-old girl for allegedly carjacking a teacher in a high school carpark at knifepoint.
Schoolboy rivalry to be reignited in QClash
A rivalry stemming from schoolboy football in Victoria is set to be revived in Sunday’s QClash at the Gabba.
Rising Aussie WNBA star suffers horror season-ending injury
Just two weeks being drafted into the WNBA, young Australian Georgia Amoore’s dream has turned into a nightmare with a shocking training injury.
Kylie and Aussie stars missing at big awards
The biggest stars of the 2025 APRA Music Awards were noticeably absent from the Melbourne gig – but not for the reason you might think.
Shock move in Melbourne home prices revealed
Melbourne’s property market has experienced a radical shift that is leaving experts and homeowners stunned.
Major change for motorists becomes law
New rules have come in for motorists as they go past tow trucks and roadside crews.
Young gun suffers ‘savage’ injury setback
North Melbourne will be without one of its prime movers after he hit a “savage” roadblock.
Fire bombings target businesses
A tobacco store was fire bombed in Tullamarine overnight as police investigate the fifth suspicious blaze at a Williamstown ice cream store.
‘Crossed the line’: Kane sensationally banned
An AFL club has sensationally black-listed Kane Cornes over criticism the controversial media figure made to one of its players.
‘Vindictive attacks’: Club closes door on Cornes
Kane Cornes has earnt the ire of one AFL club who won’t deal with the commentator anymore after what they deem are personal attacks against players.
‘Sliding scale’ solution after AFL ban outrage
Amid outrage from players and fans over a three-match ban handed to North Melbourne’s Paul Curtis, the AFL football boss has suggested a possible change.
Stars make public attack on AFL over ban
Two senior Kangaroos players have slammed the AFL after the Tribunal upheld a harsh suspension for one of their teammates.
‘#NoMoreTackling’: North players fume at Curtis verdict
Paul Curtis had his three-game ban upheld by the tribunal on Tuesday night — and his Kangaroos teammates have taken to social media to voice their anger. Recap the day’s news here.
‘Got to aim high’: Flying filly has Stradbroke in sights
Kelly Schweida believes the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap would be an ideal race for El Morzillo with a featherweight – if he can qualify the exciting three-year-old filly.
Funky Tardis-esque home in tiny town has $340k price tag
A prefab townhouse in regional Victoria has hit the market with a pretty affordable asking range. It offers an escape from big city living in an award-winning ‘tiny town’.
Roos’ young gun patient in slow rebuild
North Melbourne is prioritising progress over end results, highlighting its positive finish to its clash with Port Adelaide last weekend.
NRL Welcome to Country storm twists
The Melbourne Storm Welcome to Country controversy has raised eyebrows with details emerging about one of the club’s most powerful figures.
Ordinary payphone hides tragic truth
This stock-standard public phone in Melbourne’s inner-north hides a dark secret that shows these symbols of yesteryear are far from obsolete.
Aussie loses $20k in ‘horrible’ way
A Melbourne man, who is paying off crucial bills with money from the sale of his house, has been struck by a “horrible” issue.
Cafe in Melbourne’s inner north comes with unusual feature
A hospitality venue within Moonee Ponds’ redeveloped historic Wesleyan Church has hit the market. And it comes with a rather unusual divine offer inside it.
Derby winner draws 18 for South Australian Derby
The sole Derby winner, local hope Goldrush Guru will have to overcome one of the outside barriers if he’s to be successful in Saturday’s $1 million South Australian Derby at Morphettville.
Asian mural creates backyard resort-style oasis at Melb home
A striking luxury home Melbourne’s northern suburbs with soaring ceilings and a backyard mural inspired by Southeast Asia has hit the market in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. SEE INSIDE
Gentlemen’s club takes on Hemmes’ bold plan
One of Melbourne’s most exclusive clubs “will do what it takes” to block Sydney hospitality king Justin Hemmes’ plan for his “boldest project yet”.
NRL club ‘greatly upset’ over Welcome saga
A fierce debate has been sparked after an NRL club axed their Welcome to Country ceremony in a move tht left elders infuriated.
Dire measles outbreak hits major state
One state’s measles numbers continue to rise with infected travellers arriving on major international flights over the past week.
Inside quirky Kinglake house made from 13,569 bottles
Victoria’s ‘House of Bottles’, an eye-catching abode made from more than 13,000 of them, is for sale. The ex-museum also hosts a 5000-bottle windmill and treasure trove of rocks and fossils.
Demon young gun claims Rising Star nod
Melbourne’s strong fortnight just got better, with its first-round draftee putting his name in contention to win the Rising Star.
Chaos at protest over trans women in sport
Melbourne’s CBD descended into chaos on Saturday, as trans rights activists and a right-wing women’s group clashed in violent protests.
Sydney FC star under injury cloud
A key member of Sydney FC’s side is battling a groin injury ahead of one of the Sky Blues’ most important games of the A-League season.
Young family’s reno pays off with $1m+ result in Seaford
A family who renovated their 1960s-era house in Melbourne’s south eastern suburbs have sold up after a decade in the home, netting a seven-figure payday.
Surprising state surges on RBA rate cut
An interest rate cut has seen a surprising Aussie state surge up the national rankings, new figures show.
Mayor slams cyclists’ ‘white privilege’
A long-running debate over a cycle lane in Melbourne’s inner city saw the local mayor call out “managerial class people”.
Three biggest election issues revealed
Voters in some of Victoria’s key battleground seats have shared their biggest concerns for this election. Find out the three most common issues.
Woman’s ‘unprovoked attack’ on jogger: cops
A woman was allegedly attacked while on her morning jog, within hours of reports another jogger was stabbed in a separate incident in the same city.
Prince Andrew’s ex shares ‘sick’ post
Lady Victoria Hervey has been slammed for her “cold-hearted” response to Virginia Roberts Giuffre’s death.
Fiery scenes as AFL star pulled by teammates
Jason Horne-Francis has lost the plot in fiery scenes against his old club, before committing an act that saw teammates drag him into line.
Update after dog stolen on walk by youths
There has been a huge update after a nightmare situation unfolded for a 72-year-old dad walking his dog in Melbourne.
Stolen dog found ‘safe and well’
A loved family dog has been reunited with her owners hours after a group of youths stole the pet in a distressing episode.
AFL great goes postal over awful errors
Hawthorn legend Jason Dunstall could barely believe his eyes during a bizarre stretch in Port Adelaide’s win over North Melbourne.
Brighton beach boxes: Six-figure sale for coastal icon
A Brighton bathing box has sold for a six-figure sum that could cover more than half the cost of a median-priced $583,000 Melbourne unit. It follows the $1m sale of a Mount Martha beach box last week.
Chaos as protesters clash at parliament
Two protests in Melbourne’s CBD have turned violent as police attempt to defuse the situation.
Jogger stabbed after Dawn Service
A man has been left in a critical condition after he was stabbed in the neck while jogging following an Anzac Day Dawn Service.
$36m+ Toorak mansion has its own nightclub, 007 garage
A “James Bond” hidden basement garage, a nightclub whisky bar and an award-winning build that took five years are all up for grabs in this incredible Melbourne home. SEE INSIDE
Run down Coburg pad scores an almost-$1m payday, after 73 years
Despite cracks in the walls and its dilapidated state, a house in Melbourne’s inner north has scored an almost-$1m sale today. One auction bidder hadn’t even inspected the house in person.
Latrell banned over hit that KO’d rival
The NRL’s match review committee have dropped the hammer on Latrell Mitchell after his high shot on a Melbourne Storm star.
‘Sick of it’: Libs’ Welcome to Country move
Sad scenes at the Shrine of Remembrance on Anzac Day and a controversy in the NRL last night have reignited the Welcome to Country debate.
Elder ‘dumbfounded’ by NRL club’s act
The Melbourne Storm have blamed a “miscommunication” after a divisive pre-match ceremony was cancelled on Anzac Day.
Hayes slams scan ‘madness’ for HK star Ka Ying Rising
David Hayes is eager to run Ka Ying Rising at Flemington if he wins The Everest, but Racing Victoria’s vet protocols could get in the way of that happening.
Reds boss recalls key pair to starting team
Adelaide United’s hopes of playing finals football should be boosted by the return of star attacking pair Archie Goodwin and Zach Clough to the Reds’ starting team for Saturday night’s game against Melbourne City.
‘Cowards’: PM rips Melbourne idiots to shreds
Anthony Albanese didn’t mince words when addressing the “low act of cowardice” of those who booed the Welcome to Country at a Dawn Service.
Geelong mansion linked to racing legend to be offered for sale
A historic Geelong mansion that played a big part in one of the most famous Melbourne Cup stories is being prepared to hit the market.
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