Gobbo had surgery and fled overseas after being unmasked as Lawyer X
Turncoat barrister Nicola Gobbo took matters into her own hands after arrangements by Victoria Police to move the family overseas fell through, a court has heard.
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Kennett: Labor, Greens working against aspirational Australians
We could be heading for a housing “Armageddon” if governments continue to attack middle income Australians who are providing the bulk of the country’s rental accommodation.
Melbourne home prices drop for a sixth straight month
Prospective homeowners are in the box seat to get the keys, as Melbourne property prices continue to fall.
Bach tells court of ‘numerous’ examples of Libs meetings being taped
Former Liberal MP Matthew Bach has said he was “never surprised” to learn that party meetings were recorded as he took the stand in the defamation battle against Opposition Leader John Pesutto.
Panic room found inside Melbourne home
A palatial Art Deco-style house with a panic room concealed behind bookshelves is up for sale.
Bashings, stabbing as day of chaos rocks youth prison
A staff member at Cherry Creek Youth Justice Centre has been hospitalised as the state’s newest youth jail was rocked by an outbreak of violence.
Oh boy! Gender reveal burnout costs dad-to-be his Commodore
An expectant Frankston father is set to be charged on summons after he allegedly performed blue-smoke burnouts in front of police at a gender reveal party.
Some families are getting a $400 school bonus. Are you eligible?
How do you get it? Where can you spend it? Here’s everything you need to know about the $400 School Saving Bonus.
Is Southern Cross the “destination landmark” Victoria was promised?
Commuters are calling for upgrades to Southern Cross Station less than 20 years after its $700 million transformation, citing a list of concerns…
What happened to Southern Cross Station?
Commuters are calling for upgrades to Southern Cross Station less than 20 years after its $700 million transformation, citing a list of concerns…
Police union resists move to involve Fair Work Commission in pay dispute
The police union has voted against a bid by force command to get the Fair Work Commission to end its ongoing pay dispute, with angry rank and file members saying they’re now “at war” with the top brass.
Pools, studies, sheds: What adds $100k value to a home?
What features do Australian buyers seek in a home? We reveal the top 20 things that people want, including one coveted item that could add $100,000 or more of value to a house.
Simple way Coles, Woolworths are getting you to spend more
Supermarket juggernauts Coles and Woolworths are under fire for “misleading” discounts, now consumer advocates have highlighted the other tricks used.
Dad-to-be nabbed over gender reveal burnouts
A Melbourne dad-to-be was seeing blue but is now seeing red after being stung for a gender reveal stunt.
Why legal action has been launched over Carl Williams’ death
Fourteen years after Carl Williams was bashed to death at Barwon Prison, his stepdaughter, Breanane Stephens, has launched legal action over…
Great Gatsby-esque house has panic room, seven-car garage
An epic Melbourne home with a panic room concealed behind bookshelves is poised to set a new record price for Moonee Ponds. There’s also a cigar room, seven-car garage and much more.
Arriving at court, Pesutto dismisses reports his job is under threat
Opposition Leader John Pesutto is facing pressure to stand down, as Liberals despair in the fallout from his defamation fight with exiled MP…
‘I’ve got no concerns’: Pesutto ignores calls to stand down
Opposition Leader John Pesutto has dismissed calls from senior Liberal Party members to stand down, saying his position is “safe” and “very good”.
“Everything I had is gone”: Fire destroys Norlane woman’s home
A Norlane woman has described the harrowing moment she narrowly escaped the clutches of devastating house fire.
Missing boy found near Aireys Inlet
An 11-year-old boy was found near Aireys Inlet after an extensive search operation on the Surf Coast.
Meet the two brothers reshaping Melbourne’s raging tobacco war
The relatively unknown Barakat brothers have risen through the grisly underworld to become the key challenger in Melbourne’s firey tobacco wars. Now the pair have joined forces with Sam ‘The Punisher’ Abdulrahim.
One hundred firebombings, two inquiries but no licensing scheme
Victoria’s tobacco wars have raged for more than 18 months with near daily firebombings. Yet the state remains the only one in Australia not to have a tobacco licencing scheme — something that has hampered police investigations.
Exciting new ovarian cancer treatment gets ready for human trials in Australia
New ovarian cancer treatment ready for clinical trials. Cartherics CEO Prof Alan Trounson explains how it works.
Put homeless in hotels: Mayoral candidate’s plan to help rough sleepers
Lord mayoral candidate Arron Wood says there’s no silver bullet to solving the city’s homelessness crisis but he says his $3m plan will offer a critical first step to supporting those in need.
Why Lawyer X is suing State of Victoria
Former gangland lawyer Nicola Gobbo is suing the State of Victoria, alleging Victoria Police induced her into providing information about her…
Abuse, regulars, death: The ambo diary every Victorian should read
Mental and physical exhaustion: an anonymous senior paramedic who works in metropolitan Melbourne details a typical week of work.
Tough but never mean: Beloved Flemington horseman at the final furlong
Australia will lose one of its few remaining true originals when Flemington’s longest-serving clerk of the course John “Patto” Patterson passes the ultimate final post.
Teens arrested, 15yo girl fighting for life after horror crash
A 15-year-old girl is fighting for life and four other teens have been arrested after a crash involving an allegedly stolen car in Warranwood.
Fans tell us who will win the AFL grand final
Swans and Lions fans share their thoughts on who will win the 2024 AFL grand final.
Craig Hutchison breaks silence on sudden Channel 9 departure
Craig Hutchison has opened up on why after 18 years hosting Nine’s Footy Classified he opted to “hang the boots up”, saying the network was “not going to miss me for a second”.
Hundreds of guests attend North Melbourne Grand Final Breakfast
The 58th annual North Melbourne Grand Final Breakfast is under way at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Backroom Baz: Money poor Pallas tells ministers to tighten their belts
Ministers have been warned they shouldn’t even bother making bids for funding just a quarter into the FY, as sources reveal Tim Pallas is cracking down on spending months earlier than usual.
Allan govt machete ban fails to rein in shopping centre savagery
Despite the state government’s machete ban bill, Victorian residents and shoppers are still being terrorised by violent knife crime.
Carl Williams’ stepdaughter sues state over his brutal prison death
The stepdaughter of slain gangland boss Carl Williamshas launched legal action against the state government, alleging it failed to protect the crime kingpin after he became a police informant.
Victorians warned to brace for gas shortages as activists halt search
Despite warnings of major gas supply shortfalls ahead of next winter, activists are celebrating the demise of a key search for the vital resource in Victoria.
Newtown & Chilwell earn A grade redemption after triumphing over St Joseph’s in decider
Newtown & Chilwell has won its eighth GFNL A grade flag in 10 completed seasons after overcoming minor premiers St Joseph’s in a grand final….
‘Right all along’: Grand final Lion’s AFL destiny revealed
Darcy Wilmot will line up for the Brisbane Lions in the AFL grand final – something that was written in the stars.
‘Hopefully pigeons find it’: Dan’s statue plans spark anger
A new statue is in the works to honour Daniel Andrews, but it has sparked anger among critics of the former premier.
Authorities brace for bird flu outbreak in Victoria
The state government is preparing an emergency plan to combat a potentially catastrophic avian flu outbreak in Victoria, which is “causing havoc” overseas and could threaten pet dogs and cats.
Knife found in boot of teen’s car the same displayed by police
A knife displayed by police as the weapon used to kill two women in their Easey St home is believed to the same one found in the car boot of prime suspect Perry Kouroumblis days after the murders.
Melbourne dream home gets $5m price cut
A dream Dromana property for equine enthusiasts and party animal’s is set for its second attempt at a sale with one massive difference — the price has dropped more than $5m. Take a peek.
Former Socceroo booting dream home
Retired Socceroo and Melbourne Victory goalkeeper Nathan Coe is selling his family’s Yarraville dream home that teammate Archie Thompson played a surprising part in helping them find.
Mourners rally in honour of slain teenager Oscar Hamilton
Crowds have taken to the streets in Melbourne’s west chanting “stop knives, save lives”, days after 16-year-old Oscar Hamilton was allegedly stabbed to death at Woodgrove Shopping Centre.
Big Melbourne auction change has sales risk
Melbourne’s auction market is going through a major backwards shift that’s expected to impact both home sellers and buyers this spring.
Bayside police slam ‘out of control’ youth crime in elite suburbs
Police patrolling Melbourne’s elite bayside suburbs say they’re being “hit hard” by a surge in “out-of-control” youth crime and claim victims are “not getting justice” thanks to the court system.
What readers say about Dan’s statue
Plans to honour former premier Daniel Andrews with a statue has sparked fierce public backlash, with some Victorians calling the decision “a slap in the face”. Here’s what readers had to say.
Mona’s Ladies Lounge lands big win in Supreme Court
Mona’s Ladies Lounge supporters celebrate court decision outside the Hobart Supreme Court.
Loved ones of slain teen make plea to stop knife crime
Up to 200 mourners have made a passionate plea to “stop knife crime” in a powerful march to remember slain teen Oscar Hamilton.
Insane price loss for luxury pad from The Block
A stunning price crash for an apartment from The Block’s 2016 series highlights the dangers of buying property on reality TV.
Surrogate mum safely delivers baby of her daughter
The arrival of tiny Thomas John Macartney may have been sudden and a big surprise, but the joy he has brought to his family is something special….
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