The Latest Breaking News from Melbourne

Melbourne Arson Attack That Killed 27 Y.O. Katie Tangey Linked To ‘Relentless’ Tobacco Wars

The house fire which resulted in the death of Katie Tangey in a case of mistaken identity has been linked to Melbourne's tobacco wars. 

Pedestrian.tv · Feb 17, 2025

Police close in on arsonists after innocent life lost

The death of an innocent beloved burlesque performer after a home she was in was set alight in a case of mistaken identity has been linked to tobacco gang wars.

AAP · Feb 17, 2025

Pepper-sprayed activist posed no threat to Victoria police officer who later said ‘they needed that’, court hears

Class action trial over police use of OC spray on climate protests at 2019 mining conference begins in Melbourne

The Guardian - AU · Feb 17, 2025

Homesick Pickett plays straight bat to Fremantle link

Kysaiah Pickett says he is loving his time at the Demons, but has spoken openly with coach Simon Goodwin about his homesickness.

AAP · Feb 14, 2025

‘Is it our turn next?’: Melbourne Pokemon game stores struggling in face of alleged card thefts

Police say they are investigating spate of brazen robberies but hobby store owners ‘frustrated’ more not being done to protect them

The Guardian - AU · Feb 14, 2025

Bar Taralli Brings Southern Italian Hospitality to North Melbourne

A new culinary destination is set to open in North Melbourne as Bar Taralli welcomes guests from Wednesday, 19th February. Led by acclaimed chef Salvatore Giorgio, whose experience spans Scopri, Bar Rosella, Bar Bambi, Marnong Estate, and A25 Pizzeria, Bar Taralli brings the flavours of Campania, Puglia, Calabria, and Sicily…

inkl · Feb 14, 2025

Finals drought over, Sixers out to end Melbourne streak

The Adelaide 36ers haven't won in four visits to Victoria this season but must do so against South East Melbourne if they are to advance to the NBL play-offs.

AAP · Feb 13, 2025

‘Like finding gold’: plains-wanderers spotted in Melbourne’s west for first time in 30 years with help of AI

Critically endangered bird detected after analysis of tens of thousands of hours of song meter recordings

The Guardian - AU · Feb 12, 2025

Tracey lost ‘priceless’ goods in a Melbourne storage unit break-in. Then the legal battle began

Advocates argue the case raises questions about the liability of storage facilities even when contracts say the customer bears the sole risk

The Guardian - AU · Feb 12, 2025

Good news for Saints as King set to return to training

After Friday's injury carnage, the news is improving for St Kilda, with key forward Max King set to return to full AFL training next week.

AAP · Feb 12, 2025