The Latest Breaking News from Melbourne

The Queensland Government remains resolute that the 1700km Inland Rail project must reach Brisbane amid delays in approvals and funding.

Ryan Papenhuyzen is back to his brilliant best after an injury-ravaged three years, with the Storm fullback's return down to more than physical prowess.

Melbourne star Cameron Munster has been named to play his first game of the NRL season with the five-eighth passed fit to face Brisbane on Thursday.

West Coast are using their extended stay in Melbourne ahead of Gather Round as a chance for player bonding as they cope with a poor start to the AFL season.

Melbourne is the only city that has seen house prices drop since the start of the year, as Australia grapples with a fifth month of record high prices.

Brisbane half Adam Reynolds is fresh from a masterclass kicking exhibition, and Melbourne's back three can expect another aerial assault on Thursday night.

Melbourne's resilient win against Port Adelaide has set the Demons, who have faced questions about their off-field culture, up nicely early in the season.

Melbourne talisman Cameron Munster trained well with the side on Monday and - provided he pulls up well - is set to play against Brisbane on Thursday night.

Power struggles at Red Bull may be opening the door for a shock departure of its prized asset Max Verstappen, which would have been unthinkable just weeks ago. Needless to say the touted possibility of Verstappen activating certain exit clauses to move before the end of his 2028 deal has put rival…

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says All-Australian defender Steven May is shaping for a return to action after just a one-game absence because of broken ribs.

Brisbane haven't beaten Melbourne away since 2016 but their compelling victory in last year's finals series gave them the foundations for ending that sorry run.