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Man fatally stabbed in Melbourne's popular Chapel Street nightclub strip
Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the death of a man in Melbourne's inner south-east this morning, along with an unrelated serious assault of a woman in the coastal town of Barwon Heads.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:
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Concerns remain over country intersection where crash claimed five lives
Two years ago this intersection claimed the lives of five people in one of Victoria's deadliest crashes. Residents say not enough is being done to prevent the next tragedy.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Fast bowling records will stay unless coaches 'let them be aggressive'
Shaun Tait's 161.1 kilometres per hour delivery in 2010 was the fastest ball ever bowled by an Australian and the second fastest ever bowled. Experts are concerned coaching methods may be hindering others from reaching those levels again.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Side hustles on the rise as Tasmanians lowest paid but working the most jobs
About 1 in 12 employed Tasmanians have at least two jobs, but the number of people with multiple jobs across the country is at an all-time high also, data shows.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:This has been a Labor seat since 1984. That could change this election
Dissatisfaction with the Albanese government's stance on Israel-Palestine among many Arab and Muslim voters threatens to unseat Labor MPs, in some places for the first time.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Live: PM heads to mass while Dutton hosts barbecue for Easter Sunday
Both the PM and the opposition leader have issued Easter messages to the public, and are spending the day in their home towns. Follow live.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Carpenter a step closer to elusive title after 'strange' battle against Matildas teammates
Ellie Carpenter's Lyon takes a major step towards the Champions League final by downing Arsenal β a side featuring Caitlin Foord, Steph Catley and Kyra Cooney-Cross.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Discovery of genetic mutation leads to first diagnosis for dozens of kids
Parents and researchers hope the discovery of a genetic mutation could help find treatments for children living with previously undiagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Industry backbone or massive threat? Debate rages over buffel grass
The introduced species is crucial for graziers but environmentalists say it poses unacceptable dangers. With a decision about its status looming, both sides are putting their cases forward.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:How a safe seat gets flipped by a disruptor
Voters in traditionally safe seats are pinning their hopes on independent and non-major party candidates, but it takes more than just dreams to flip these electorates.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:How a 'chance seedling' in a Sydney backyard became a fruit staple for the world
Thanks to a "chance seedling in Granny Smith's backyard", we now have the Granny Smith apple as one of Australia's predominant varieties, with an annual festival held in her honour.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Tourism operator lost $100,000 in bookings due to north Queensland rain event
It's been a wet three months in the small communities of Hidden Valley and Paluma in north Queensland where the effects of a massive tropical low that bombed the region and brought widespread flooding in late January are still being felt.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:This religion started as a 'joke', then it took on a life of its own
If Donald Trump can be president, Deborah Kelly reasoned, then she could start a religion. The artist's project began as a parody, but soon morphed into a genuine source of spiritual solace for a growing community.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:The Bluey episode that raises questions about parents' phone use
Experts weigh in on whether it's OK for parents to have downtime on their phones instead of playing with their children.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:βYouβll never amount to anythingβ: the boxing world champion youβve never heard of
Australian Diana Prazak was told she wouldnβt make it as a boxer. Sheβs just been inducted into the International Womenβs Boxing Hall of FameThe soft early evening spring light floods the room behind the world champion youβve probably never heard of. In front of a big poster of a shirtless Bruce Lee adorning her wall, Diana Prazak smiles and laughs often as she talks about her most unlikely career and her road to the...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Can the teal appeal hold? Liberals targeting Curtin and Goldstein argue independent wave has passed
Inner-city independents took six seats from the Liberals in 2022, but some drivers of that success no longer apply. At least two are vulnerable β but a new one could also be in playElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series:...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:As Dutton faces a last-minute policy inquisition, Albanese seems to be on top β and he knows it
An increasingly confident prime minister has bounced back from his campaign missteps while a nervous-looking opposition leader is running out of time to make a comebackElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Meet the woman who turned female votes into political dynamite
In 1972 an Australian woman could not even open a bank account without the backing of a man. This is the inside story of how a group of feminists forced political change.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:The NBA playoffs are here and one of the league's most bitter feuds is back
The latest episode in arguably the most bitter feud in the NBA between the Rockets and Warriors is one of several juicy subplots as the 2025 playoffs get underway.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:A yacht rock cover band thought they'd see no interest. They were wrong
Yacht rock is as contentious as it is influential. This band wants to keep the fun parts of the genre alive.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Cost of living keeps rising to the top as most important issue for voters
Vote Compass data shows cost of living is the most important issue for respondents ahead of the federal election.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Teen journalists at the centre of the fight between Trump and Harvard
Two student reporters scramble to cover Harvardβs funding freeze amid escalating tensions with Donald Trump.
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Labor vows to protect penalty rates and seeks to reignite fight over working from home
Jason Clare says reported comments by Jane Hume suggest the Coalition still wants to enforce a return to office workElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Albanese claims victory in Vegemite fight as Canada concedes spread poses βlowβ risk to humans
Prime minister said his government had lobbied Canada to reconsider ruling that cafe could not import VegemiteGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese has claimed victory in Australiaβs βVegemite-gateβ trade stoush with Canada, which has relented and allowed a Toronto-based cafe owner to sell the spread after initially ruling it did not comply with local food laws.Speaking at a...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Dutton pledges tax breaks for business startups and meets alpaca who sneezed on King Charles
Opposition leader also says his migration plan would prioritise tradies and not yoga teachersPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastThe Coalition says it will introduce tax offsets to help an extra 350,000 small...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Coalitionβs claim that fuel efficiency standard would raise prices based on car no longer on sale
Questions arise over election proposal to axe penalties for high-emitting cars after revelations Toyota RAV4 model used in analysis has been discontinuedPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the latest episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastThe Coalitionβs claim...
Published on: April 19, 2025 | Source:Body found on Brooker Highway treated as suspicious death, police say
Tasmania Police has opened an investigation into the death of a pedestrian after a body was found on a major highway north of Hobart in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source:Eating challenges on the menu as young turn away from alcohol
As Queensland's Jimmy Judge prepares to showcase his competitive eating skills across the country, venue owners say food challenges are helping them attract business.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source:Souths star says 'passion got the better of me' after fiery fan confrontation
Jai Arrow downplays a verbal stoush he had with a Bulldogs fan seated inside Stadium Australia after the Rabbitohs' humiliating 32-0 loss.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source:Ex-cyclone Errol 'a dodged bullet' as it crosses Kimberley as tropical low
Emergency services say they will continue to monitor ex-cyclone Errol as it moves through the Kimberley, bringing welcome rain ahead of the busy tourist season.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source:Google loses online ad monopoly case. But itβs just one of many antitrust battles against big tech
The cases against Google, Meta, Apple and Amazon could profoundly shape the future of global technology.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source:Castle conjured during slumber gives new meaning to 'dream home'
The vision for this medieval-style masterpiece came to its former owner in a dream in the 1990s, and now it will be passed on to a new family.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source:What to look for when choosing an online exercise program
Many online fitness programs can claim to build a butt or be perfect for building abs, but looking past marketing terminology to find a program that best suits your health and fitness goals can be challenging.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source:Missing boy found in Melbourne national park but no sign of man swept to sea
A six-year-old boy who wandered away from family in the Dandenong Ranges has been found, but a search continues for a man hit by a wave while exploring the beach near San Remo.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source:Boy remains in coma after woman's body found in burnt-out car
An eight-year-old boy remains in an induced coma after the body of a woman, believed to be his mother, was found in a burnt-out car in Sydney's south-west.
Published on: April 18, 2025 | Source: