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Maxy captaincy replacement confirmed
The Melbourne Stars’ new captain is promising “overdue success” as they enter the season looking to bring a four-year finals drought to an end.
Mayhem looms on AFLW deadline day
Sydney gave up a promising tall forward on the second last day of the AFLW trade period as big deals remained in the balance.
‘He’s a beauty’: Melbourne Cup runner debuts for new trainer
Imported stayer Sea King has remained in Australia to continue his career following this year’s Melbourne Cup, and will have his first start for his new stable on Saturday.
Bull shark spotted in popular river
Swimmers have been warned to stay out of the water after a bull shark was spotted in a popular river in Victoria’s east.
Multiple 130-year-old Victorian churches pop up for sale
Three of the state’s historic churches are being offloaded in the hope for a new lease on life. Find out where and what could be done to them if you’re lucky enough to buy one.
Chaos as PM tries to leave synagogue
Anthony Albanese has been subject to five days of controversy after he appeared at a tennis club over the weekend.
AFL locks in pre-season fixture
A West Coast great is set to face his former club ahead of the 2025 season as the AFL confirmed the official pre-season games.
Albo’s synagogue vow before chaotic scenes
The Prime Minister has visited the Melbourne synagogue firebombed in an “evil crime” authorities are investigating as a likely terrorist attack.
Harris‘ new focus as Test window narrows
Fringe Test opener Marcus Harris is poised for a Big Bash return after five years without a significant opportunity.
Jury’s query in alleged ex-wife killer trial
Jurors in the murder trial of a man accused of the “well-planned execution” of his ex-wife have returned to court to ask a series of questions.
$1m+ drop: Melb’s fastest falling property markets revealed
One Melbourne suburb has had a more than $1.2m hit to its typical value in 2024, making it the city’s worst performing property market. See the list of areas with the biggest price drops.
Charges over threats to Jewish community
The man’s mobile phone was seized before he was charged by counter-terrorism detectives with allegedly threatening a Jewish community.
Labor under fire after firebombing
The Coalition is attacking Labor after it launched an anti-Semitism taskforce following the firebombing of a Melbourne synagogue.
‘Busy:’ Dutton defends Albo in tennis saga
The Opposition Leader said he didn’t “begrudge” the Prime Minister for playing tennis after a Melbourne synagogue was firebombed in a likely terrorist act.
Exodus: Why people are fleeing a Melbourne street
One street in Melbourne’s inner west has gone viral because everyone is trying to get out. Now the locals and experts have explained why.
Jewish group’s travel warning for Australia
A US-based Jewish human rights group has issued a travel warning after a Melbourne synagogue was firebombed in what’s being treated as a terrorist attack.
‘Games’: Concerning claim against Dutton
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has been accused of playing “partisan games” after the firebombing of a Melbourne synagogue.
Driver’s act leads to road rage: police
A car windscreen and mirror were allegedly smashed in what police believe could be a road rage incident following a simple act.
State’s huge move on NYE festival
A major New Year’s music festival will be the first event in one state to offer pill testing, after 46 overdose deaths statewide in 2022.
Worker crushed to death by recycling truck
WorkSafe has launched an investigation after a man died after becoming entangled and crushed by a recycling truck while emptying bins.
Emirates axes popular Australian route
A major airline will cease flights on a route from Australia in March after 28 years.
MRC secures financial future with $195m land sale
Melbourne Racing Club has struck a deal to sell a seven hectare parcel of land that will help clear the club’s debt.
Albo’s drinks party after synagogue fire
The PM attended a drinks party just hours after a Jewish synagogue was firebombed in Melbourne on Friday.
‘Evil’: Dutton’s vow after synagogue attack
Peter Dutton has visited the Melbourne synagogue that was the target of a terror attack, pledging to tackle rising anti-Semitism.
Security boss’ warning after synagogue fire
ASIO boss Mike Burgess warned Australia’s “security environment is volatile and unpredictable,” and urged people to watch their language.
House with eight-car garage set to bust Burnside record
A floorplan sketched on a napkin led to the building of a spectacular house with an eight-car garage, that’s poised to break the price record of its suburb in Melbourne’s northwest.
Real estate guru says ‘weak’ Melbourne presents rare opportunity
One of Australia’s most popular cities shapes as a hot buy right now, but you will need to get in before it’s too late, according to expert John Mcgrath.
‘Heartbreaking’ scene after synagogue attack
The full scale of destruction wrought inside Melbourne’s Adass Israel Synagogue has been revealed, after the site was firebombed in an anti-Semitic attack.
Richmond home seller reveals ‘sad story’ after six-bidder battle
A hotly contested warehouse conversion auction has ended a decade-long connection with the property for an owner who had come to regard it as a “bit of a sad story”.
Roo’s strong reaction to risky draft move
A North Melbourne star says the Kangaroos are “sick of losing” as he weighed in on a contentious trade decision made by the club.
Major update on synagogue firebomb
The burning of a Melbourne synagogue – described as a callous and horrific attack – has officially been deemed a terrorist act.
Aussie 10yo’s first $700k home in wild buying trend
An Aussie 10-year-old has secured what most adults dream of, buying a $700,000 house, through a buying trend that is raising concerns.
Former A-League marquee retires
A four-time English Premier League winner, whose career included a 10-game A-League stint, has announced his retirement.
‘Hearing pumpkins’: how hallucinations launched Kusama’s art career
Yayoi Kusama’s art has brought joy to millions worldwide – but her creativity began from a dark place. Read her fascinating life story ahead of her blockbuster NGV exhibit. SEE THE VIDEO
‘Love the city’: BBL star embraces shock switch
After his new BBL club snatched him in a draft heist, an English T20 veteran is promising more of his best on Australian pitches.
Text message ruins woman’s life
A Melbourne couple who lost a staggering $1.9 million to scammers eerily came face-to-face with one of the criminals while they were holidaying in China.
Dutton’s big move after synagogue firebomb
Peter Dutton has vowed a major crackdown in the wake of the “vile” Melbourne synagogue firebombing, if he is elected next year.
Sydney seeing red as Mariners shock Sky Blues
The Central Coast Mariners have secured a shock home win against Sydney FC while Melbourne Victory has jumped to second spot on the A-League ladder with a convincing 2-0 win over Perth Glory. Go inside both games here.
NBL: Red-hot Cotton condemns 36ers to fourth-straight loss
Perth Wildcats superstar Bryce Cotton’s MVP-calibre form has claimed another victim, while Brisbane pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the season over Melbourne United. CATCH ALL THE ROUND 11 NEWS.
Thorpe addresses pro-Palestine rally
Senator Lidia Thorpe has appeared at a pro-Palestine rally in Melbourne’s CBD, with protesters also condemning the attack on a Victorian synagogue.
Vigil held at firebombed synagogue
Supporters have gathered with conservative Jewish Australians after their synagogue was violently attacked and burned.
PM labels synagogue fire an act of terrorism
Following widespread criticism, the Prime Minister has called an attack on a Melbourne synagogue an act of terrorism.
Hinch hospitalised after shock diagnosis
Derryn Hinch was admitted to hospital in Melbourne to undergo treatment for a heart condition one month after surprise diagnosis.
Major change for popular fast-food chain
The popular fast-food chain has announced the major change which will impact multiple stores across the country.
Huge update in Woolies strike drama
Supermarket giant Woolworths has delivered a huge update in the ongoing strike drama that left customers facing empty shelves.
PM visits synagogue in closed-off meeting
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met privately with Jewish members at a Perth synagogue one day after the firebombing of Adass Israel.
Returning star facing time on Victory bench
Goalkeeper Jack Duncan’s form has given Melbourne Victory coach Patrick Kisnorbo plenty to think about ahead of ex-Socceroo Mitch Langerak’s return to the club.
‘PM, how did you let it get to this?’
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg and Indigenous trailblazer Nova Peris have posed a brutal question to the prime minister after Friday’s synagogue attack.
Dusty faces his first big housing market test
Recently retired AFL superstar Dustin Martin will put the first home he ever bought under the hammer this weekend as Melbourne’s first week of summer auction action heats up.
Israeli PM’s astonishing claim on Australia
The Israeli Prime Minister has made an extraordinary claim about Australia after a Melbourne synagogue was firebombed.
‘Terrific servant’ leaves Demons in chaotic trade
An inaugural Melbourne signing will wear new colours in 2025, but what happened to the other players slated for a monster six-club deal?
City pair star in easy win over Roar
Brisbane Roar’s poor A-League campaign suffered another blow, this time from Melbourne City, on Friday night.
Albo dodges questions on synagogue attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the joint Counter Terrorism Taskforce would examine if the Melbourne synagogue attack was a terrorist act.
‘Outrage’: Albo ripped over Synagogue comments
A prominent Jewish commentator has been left outraged over the Prime Minister’s comments after the synagogue fire in Melbourne, calling out his “lack of leadership”.
Devastating scene after Laos poison death
An Australian teen killed overseas has been farewelled in an emotional funeral at her high school.
Severe storm warning, 100km/h winds
Severe thunderstorms have been issued for parts of the country, with some areas bracing for wind gusts of up to 100km/h.
Munster’s warning to NSW over Bellamy move
Craig Bellamy has often said how much he hated coaching against his Storm players when he was at the Blues, but it’s something he’ll have to get used to.
Melbourne student becomes global superstar
Singer Rosé may be a global superstar with Blackpink, but the 27-year-old says she will always miss Australia where she grew up.
Melb’s unlikely millionaire pockets that locals don’t even know about
Some of Melbourne’s cheapest suburbs are also home to secret millionaire’s rows, where houses routinely snag multimillion-dollar prices, in some cases as much as $3m. See the areas.
Moment ‘firebomb’ rips through synagogue
Footage has captured the horrifying moment a Melbourne synagogue went up in flames after a “suspicious” fire was lit.
Melbourne’s top 10 price growth suburbs of 2024
The city’s biggest boom ‘burbs have revelled in home prices jumping six figures since the start of 2024, defying the odds as sellers faced the toughest market since before the pandemic.
Outrage: PM condemns synagogue attack
Two “persons of interest” spread accelerant with a broom at a Jewish synagogue overnight with ASIO and counter terrorism police on the case.
Former Premier scores early win for long-time Melb home
Former Victorian premier Denis Napthine has bid an early farewell to his Melbourne home of more than 20 years, just before it was due to go to auction. See what it sold for.
Revealed: Where to find affordable rentals close to Melbourne
Finding houses and units in a number of inner-ring suburbs still offer reasonably priced options for Melbourne renters. See the cheaper pockets.
Stewards push for 15-year ban on professional punter
A professional punter is facing a 15-year disqualification for betting with or for jockey Michael Poy.
Anonymous generous act saves Christmas
An anonymous couple has paid off toys that families had on lay-by, bringing much-needed relief just weeks before Christmas.
Bizarre robbery involving super-soaker
CCTV shows the moment a man armed with a super-soaker sprays a milk bar worker with white paint as he demands one specific item.
City rocked by 4th attempted child abduction
A 10-year-old boy is the latest child to be approached by a man in a white fan, with his dad revealing the chilling words said to him by the would-be abductor.
Teen’s alleged terror notes found in cell
Notes scribbled on paper and the walls of a teenager’s prison cell allegedly detail threats to attack police and transgender people, a court has been told.
Dees to hit draft hard in mooted mega deal
Melbourne could enter the AFLW draft with its best ever hand but at a high cost, as more than a handful of clubs come to the trade table.
Coach’s plea to A-League clubs
An international coach has urged A-League Women clubs to back in talented Taiwanese players who briefly threatened a boilover in Melbourne.
Import has trainer stoked ahead of local debut
Phillip Stokes is looking forward to the Australian debut of a future Melbourne Cup hopeful at Ballarat on Saturday.
Roos star in rare air after latest gong
A North Melbourne superstar has claimed another big award, and it prompts the question once again: just what were the umpires thinking?
Major flight forced to turn back over Aus
An international flight has done a U-turn over the centre of Australia and circled for three hours in the air before finally returning to Melbourne.
Mystery millionaire’s Toorak mansion sells after huge price cut
A mansion on one of Melbourne’s most-prestigious streets has finally sold after months on the market, and its initial price guide slashed by more than $5m.
Beautiful homestead in Victoria’s south comes with alpacas
A picturesque Gippsland renovated homestead with a breathtaking alfresco deck, paddocks and Alpacas — all nestled on 15ha of land — has hit the market. See inside.
Big miner issues blunt warning to Aussies
A leading mining figure has delivered a dark speech warning that Australians will need to “do more, move faster and work harder” to maintain prosperity.
Why sevens star chose to join the Storm
The Storm helped turn Will Warbrick into an NRL star, and they’ll be hoping for more of the same with their latest sevens recruit.
Update after woman found dead in brothel
Police will allege the 62-year-old woman was killed nearly two days before she was found in a brothel.
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