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New dawn as AFL returns to normality in 2023 after three years of chaos

The upcoming season has prompted a sense of energy and optimism among the 18 club captains

The Guardian - AU

Lawyer for Malka Leifer tells jury alleged victim told 'blatant lies' and lacks credibility

During closing arguments in the sex abuse trial of the former principal of an ultra-orthodox Jewish school in Melbourne, defence barrister Ian Hill calls the alleged victims' credibility into question, accusing one woman of telling "blatant lies".

ABC News

Vic murder accused faces court over brother's death

Police have charged Shaun Sanderson with murder and attempted murder following an incident in Melbourne's north.

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AFL captains agree on Brisbane Lions as the only lock-in for finals, but Geelong Cats are the most likely to make grand final

The 18 AFL captains have their say on the 2023 season and they only agree on one side as a lock-in to make finals, but it's not the team that's most-favoured to make the grand final in September.

ABC News

Styles, Sheeran and Snoop deliver big spending boost

The return of international music stars has seen an estimated $21.3 million spent in Melbourne as fans opened their wallets for a big night out.

The New Daily

Geelong favoured by captains to again make grand final

A survey of AFL captains shows most believe premiers Geelong will reach another grand final and Melbourne's Clayton Oliver is their Brownlow Medal favourite.

AAP

Hospitals caught up in significant IT outage

One of Melbourne's largest public health services is experiencing a significant IT system outage but there's no evidence of a cyber attack.

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Man charged with murder after stabbing death, assault

A 32-year-old man will face court charged with murder after a violent incident at a property in Melbourne's north left another man dead and a woman injured.

AAP

Shaun Sanderson faces court over alleged murder, attempted murder in Melbourne's north

Shaun Sanderson was arrested following an incident in Reservoir on Wednesday morning that left a man, 29, dead at the scene and a woman, 65, in hospital.

ABC News

Russian mercenaries claim progress in Bakhmut, Sydney Trains denies cyber attack, and an IT outage hits Melbourne hospitals — as it happened

The news Australia is searching for, and all the news that happened while you snoozed: This is The Loop, your quick catch-up for this morning's stories as they happened.

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Southside Flyers defeat Melbourne Boomers in WNBL semi-final

Southside Flyers have held off a second-half comeback from Melbourne Boomers to record an 84-76 win in game one of their WNBL semi-final.

The New Daily

Southside Flyers defeat Boomers in WNBL semi-final

Southside Flyers open their best-of-three WNBL semi-final series with victory over local rivals Melbourne Boomers.

AAP

Credibility of alleged victims defended as sex abuse trial of former principal Malka Leifer draws to a close

As the County Court trial nears its conclusion, prosecutors say three sisters who have accused former Melbourne school principal Malka Leifer of sexual abuse are credible witnesses, even though their allegations about what happened have changed over the years.

ABC News

Man arrested after stabbing death and assault

A major search is underway for a 32-year-old man after a man, 29, was killed and a woman, 65, was seriously injured in the Melbourne suburb of Reservoir.

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Man arrested in Melbourne's north after alleged attack at Reservoir home leaves one dead

Police arrest 32-year-old Shaun Sanderson in Preston after an alleged attack at a Reservoir home leaves a 29-year-old man dead and a 65-year-old woman seriously injured.

AAP

Mother spared jail after flinging boyfriend off car

A Melbourne woman has avoided prison after she nearly killed her ex-boyfriend by braking while he was holding on to their car, flinging him onto the road.

AAP

Manhunt following stabbing death and assault

A major search is underway for a 32-year-old man after a man, 29, was killed and a woman, 65, was seriously injured in the Melbourne suburb of Reservoir.

ABC News

Aircraft refuellers start 24-hour strike at Melbourne Airport over pay and conditions

The Transport Workers Union says its been disappointed by pay negotiations with The Rivet Group, which is contracted to refuel aircraft at Melbourne Airport.

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After falling flat in their season opener, Canterbury must rebuild their season by taking on Melbourne's might

Canterbury had six months to get ready for the first game of their brave new world, but after falling flat against Manly the Bulldogs have just seven days to get ready for their second.

The Guardian - AU

‘What is this flavour?’: why Australian desserts have turned bright purple

Ube has long been a fixture of Philippine desserts and pastries but a new generation of hospitality operators in Australia are expanding the purple reign

The National (Scotland)

Rod Stewart reveals Celtic gift he sends Ange Postecoglou after every win vs Rangers

Sir Rod Stewart will embark on a pilgrimage to Ange Postecoglou's first house in Melbourne when he goes on tour to Australia.

AAP

Injured Munster's return behind unlikely Storm win

Melbourne captain Christian Welch says Cameron Munster's 'keep calm and carry on' mentality after suffering a horrific finger injury gave the Storm confidence.

AAP

Vixens set to bounce back from Super Netball final blow

With the Super Netball grand final already locked-in to Melbourne, the Vixens are determined to be a part of it as they bounce back from last year's title loss.

AAP

Deficiencies in pregnant mum's healthcare before death

There were deficiencies in the medical care given to pregnant Melbourne mum Annie O'Brien before her death from sepsis in August 2018, a coroner has found.

AAP

Girl's bravery praised after dad murdered mum, sister

A Melbourne dad who murdered his wife and six-year-old daughter, and threatened to kill his 10-year-old girl, has been jailed for at least 19 years.

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