The Latest Breaking News from Melbourne

Hawks thump United in top-of-the-table NBL blockbuster

The Illawarra Hawks have turned a keenly-anticipated blockbuster into a rout, comfortably beating Melbourne United by 13 points at John Cain Arena.

AAP · Dec 13, 2024

Phoenix teenager breaks Victory hearts in 1-1 ALW draw

Wellington Phoenix teenager Manaia Elliott has scored a stoppage-time header to help her team snatch a 1-1 draw with Melbourne Victory.

AAP · Dec 13, 2024

Rayner and Ryan to start Zatopek track title favourites

Olympians Jack Rayner and Lauren Ryan will start favourites in the 10,000 metres at the annual Zatopek:10 track challenge in Melbourne.

AAP · Dec 13, 2024

PNG entry reflects NRL expansion mindset at its best

The entry of a PNG NRL side in 2028 will take rugby league to a new frontier in another sign of how the game thrives on bold and visionary expansion decisions.

AAP · Dec 12, 2024

Everything That Went Down At Aperol Spritz’s Aperidisco At Felons Manly & What’s Coming Up Next

If you missed out on Aperol Spritz's Aperidisco in Sydney, don't worry, here's what's happening this summer in Melbourne.

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 12, 2024

High-profile Melbourne man pleads not guilty to raping woman

A blanket suppression order has been lifted but accused’s identity remains secret

The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2024

Politics with Michelle Grattan: For Mark Dreyfus, antisemitism is very personal

The attack on the Adass Israel synagogue in Melbourne and another car torching in Sydney have dramatically heightened political tensions over antisemitism.

The Conversation · Dec 12, 2024

Papenhuyzen sticks with Storm through 2026 season

Admitting Melbourne's initial offer was an ego blow, fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is comfortable about his Storm future after signing a contract extension.

AAP · Dec 11, 2024

The sharp, smart humour of Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein – and Gene Wilder’s genius performance – still stands up after 50 years

In the mid 1970s, Hoyts Cinema Centre in Bourke Street Melbourne (the first multi-screened cinema in Victoria) was my go-to place for new release movies.

The Conversation · Dec 11, 2024

'Pressure is on all of top order ...': David Warner wants Australia to fire in third Test

MELBOURNE: As Australia prepare for the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, David Warner has emphasised the crucial need for substantial runs from the top order, considering the persistent Indian bowling attack's effectiveness when working in tandem.

The Times of India · Dec 11, 2024