The Latest Breaking News from Melbourne

Thousands pay tribute to Olivia Newton-John at Australian memorial service

Elton John, Hugh Jackman, Dolly Parton, Pink, Sir Barry Gibb and Mariah Carey sent video condolences, which were played to the crowd in Melbourne

The Guardian - AU · Feb 26, 2023

Jetstar passengers stranded on plane at Alice Springs Airport for more than six hours due to medical emergency

A Jetstar flight from Bangkok to Melbourne is forced to make an emergency landing in the NT, with international passengers waiting hours to exit the aircraft due to customs issues.

ABC News · Feb 26, 2023

The 'universal language' of dance connects this Ukrainian community and builds resilience as war continues

They fled war, left families, friends and their homes. But the "universal language" of dance helps connect these Ukrainians and give them a reason to be proud.

ABC News · Feb 25, 2023

Tilio, Maclaren lift City past Sydney FC in ALM win

Marco Tilio has been tipped for great things after his spectacular strike helped Melbourne City bounce back from derby defeat to down Sydney FC 3-2.

AAP · Feb 25, 2023

Well Played: If You Search ‘Harry Styles’ On Bunnings’ Website, Its Straw Hat Now Comes Up

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Pedestrian.tv · Feb 25, 2023

St Kilda's Billings sidelined for eight weeks

Midfielder Jack Billings faces two months on the sidelines for St Kilda after fracturing his right leg during the AFL practice match against Melbourne.

AAP · Feb 25, 2023

Fire in Sunshine in Melbourne's west being treated as suspicious

Firefighters say the cause of a blaze that burned through buildings in Melbourne's west and prompted a watch-and-act alert is being treated as suspicious.

ABC News · Feb 24, 2023

Air pollution causes thousands of deaths in Australia each year. Residents and scientists are fighting back

At Robert Richards's house, dust is constantly covering the white weatherboards. Until recently, he had no idea he was living next to one of Australia's biggest silent killers.

ABC News · Feb 24, 2023

Charlton, The Friendly Town, welcomes new visitors and home owners on the back of OK Motels music festival

What started as a music festival in a motel has brought out the best of one small country town, and a new generation of visitors and even home owners in the process.

ABC News · Feb 24, 2023

Lever hurt as Demons unveil Gawn-Grundy combination

Melbourne defender Jake Lever was left icing a sore ankle, but otherwise the Demons had a strong hit-out as they unveiled ruck pair Max Gawn and Brodie Grundy.

AAP · Feb 24, 2023