The Latest Breaking News from Melbourne

Double-headers dominate final AFL fixtures

An MCG double-header and AFLW games before the men dominate the AFL's fixture release for round 23 and 24.

AAP · Jul 29

Demons coach doesn't expect spice in Petracca reunion

Gold Coast's Christian Petracca will face his former club Melbourne for the first time, but Demons coach Steven King isn't expecting any spice in the reunion.

AAP · Jul 29

Six the Musical returns, but can it rise to the throne?

Six the Musical has returned for another Australian run amid hopes the hit show will escape the unfortunate beheadings of some recent theatre productions.

AAP · Jul 28

It’s the vibe: Australian comedy classic The Castle set to become a stage play

Working Dog team behind the 1997 film reuniting to write ‘new, fully updated’ version for the stage, which will premiere in Melbourne in 2027

The Guardian - AU · Jul 28

Well-connected rapist's identity to remain a secret

A prominent Melbourne identity has been found guilty of raping a younger woman but a gag order over his identity will remain in place to protect his safety.

AAP · Jul 28

Well-connected Melbourne man found guilty of raping former staffer

Jury finds that the man, who cannot be named, assaulted the woman at his home in March 2023

The Guardian - AU · Jul 28

Bears snare title-winning hooker as build takes shape

Perth Bears have added to their forward stocks for next season, bringing former Melbourne and Brisbane No.9 Tyson Smoothy home to Australia from the UK.

AAP · Jul 27

Sweet, fragrant, impossible to resist – south Asian mangoes in Australia’s winter summon memories and unite historic enemies

At a party in Melbourne hosted by a cricket mate we celebrate this summery delight of a fruit that transcends borders

The Guardian - AU · Jul 27

System Of A Down and Faith No More announce 2027 Australia and New Zealand tour

System Of A Down and Faith No More will play in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Wellington next year

Metal Hammer · Jul 26

'Always gets touches': Clarkson on Nasiah's masterclass

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson believes Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera gets the ball in "wrong" places, despite the Saints superstar sinking the Kangaroos.

AAP · Jul 26