‘They were witches hats’: Lions‘ reality check
Brisbane had the match against Melbourne won and done with 12 minutes remaining when the Gabba was plunged into darkness. And what followed has cost the side 13 percentage points.
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AFL blockbuster suspended in wild scenes
The AFL blockbuster between Melbourne and Brisbane was suspended on Friday night in rare and bizarre scenes at The Gabba.
Image of AFL captain is just ‘awful’
Melbourne captain Max Gawn was ruled out of the Demons’ blockbuster against Brisbane, prompting heartbreaking scenes.
‘Leave’: Munster’s hilarious Bellamy clip
There are few things more certain at any Melbourne Storm match than a Craig Bellamy blow up, even in a much-needed win.
‘Unbelievable’ all-time catch stuns cricket
Victorian quick Mitch Perry has taken one of the catches of the summer, saving it for the biggest moment on the domestic calendar.
Hillside mansion record makes owners $1.8m profit
A ‘very Mediterranean’ mansion has earned its owners a huge $1.8m windfall after an extensive renovation. The sale also set a new suburb record. PEEK INSIDE
McDougall involved in race fall as stewards nearly close inquiries
Victorian racing is reeling from another fall after Racing Victoria reported stewards expect to conclude two inquiries into recent falls from feature Saturday meetings.
Marathon knock divides cricket world
Cricket might seem to be all crash-and-bash these days, but one young gun has defied that with his ‘amazing’ seven-hour effort.
Top hoop returns to boost Bank Maur’s Cup chances
The return of a Melbourne Cup-winning jockey on Bank Maur has enhanced trainer Richard Laming’s confidence heading into the Australian Cup.
Reds coach defends Wallaby’s benching
Reds coach Brad Thorn’s squad mentality has left him in no doubt about his decision to bench a Wallabies halfback.
Big cladding issue apartment owners struggle with
Unknown costs looming over rectification works are causing major pain in the property market — with would-be buyers unable to finance. Here’s why.
Stablemate has ‘strong case’ against Roy Higgins favourite
A shot at a Melbourne Cup spot has come quicker than expected for Goldman but it won’t be easy for him in the Roy Higgins against seasoned rivals which includes a stablemate.
Sheedy backs $10m+ knockout Berwick mansion
Resort-style living awaits at this palatial property in Melbourne’s southeast, where buyers will get the chance to meet VFL/AFL footy legend Kevin Sheedy.
Disastrous Jetstar flight from Vietnam
A Jetstar passenger has lifted the lid on a cancelled flight from Vietnam, where strangers were booked to share hotel rooms.
Historic home made from artillery shells, old landmine
Ex-Racing Victoria director Barbara Saunders is selling an estate made partially from World War I artillery shells, and where Jacki Weaver and Derryn Hinch got married.
Star waiting for medical OK to play
Cameron Munster thinks he’s ready to play again and so does his coach, but the decision isn’t theirs to make.
Heartbreak after shock workplace death
A talented cricketer is being remembered as a much-loved “local larrikin” after his shock workplace death.
North star stood down indefinitely
After being stood down for a second time amid allegations of making threats against women, a young North Melbourne star’s future is clouded.
Aussie start-up sacks one in five staff
Most Australians have used the ordering platform whenever they go out to eat or drink. But the company has now had to lay off nearly one in five of its staff.
‘Serious concern’: Club acts amid allegations
The future of North Melbourne problem child Tarryn Thomas is under a serious cloud as fresh allegations emerge.
Irish raider to serve it up to Gold Trip in G1 Tancred
The reigning Melbourne Cup winner and a top-line international raider have been forecast to duke it out in the Group 1 Tancred Stakes at Rosehill on Saturday.
Aussie sex club loosens wild entry rules
After copping backlash for enforcing size restrictions on guests, a Melbourne swingers group has loosened its rules – but only slightly.
WATCH | Who are the best young stars in the AFL? Fox Sports Lab AFL
Jason Dunstall, Ben Dixon and Al Paton rate the sensational first game of Kangaroos youngster Harry Sheezel and compare it to other brilliant debut games.
Why ex-NRL star won’t play for Reds
Former NRL star Suliasi Vunivalu has been overlooked for Queensland’s trip to Melbourne to meet the Rebels.
Inspectors baffled by ‘sovereign’ tradie
The manager of a Victorian worksite littered with OH&S issues has come under fire for appearing to use ‘sovereign citizen’ tactics to stall inspectors.
Twist in Dan’s Lawyer X legislation bid
Victoria’s Greens have hampered the state government’s plans to alter how police can use informants after the Lawyer X royal commission.
‘Alarming’ surge in Victorian homelessness
Homelessness in Victoria has surged a staggering 24 per cent in just five years, newly released data shows.
10 wild artworks you can’t miss at Melbourne Now
A neon playground slash photo booth, a reality TV dating show chatbot, and a work that “simulates the experience of dying” are among the free exhibition’s highlights.
Harsh truth behind snap rally in city centre
A high-vis army gathered in the Melbourne CBD to rally and expose the “corporate greed” battering hardworking Aussies.
Lions need more than wand of the ‘Magician’
The Brisbane Lions have a point to prove when they host Melbourne at the Gabba on Friday night.
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