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Federal police swoop on former CFMEU powerbroker's home

Federal police have raided the Melbourne house of a former CFMEU heavyweight as part of an investigation into alleged corruption in Victoria's building sector.

AAP · Sep 2

Sydney records warmest winter on record as Melbourne equals previous hottest temperatures

New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania just experienced their warmest-ever winters – and BoM says above-average temperatures expected to continue

The Guardian - AU · Sep 1

Duelling train plans as One Nation hosts pre-poll lunch

The Victorian coalition has promised a short-term suburban train solution for commuters in Melbourne's booming west, with Labor rubbishing it as a "side quest".

AAP · Sep 1

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Swans claim AFLW an 'even comp' despite North dominance

Defending AFLW premiers North Melbourne are still undefeated, but Sydney coach Colin O'Riordan believes the ladder might not capture the whole picture.

AAP · Sep 1

Richmond poach fitness boss to rectify injury crisis

Richmond have wooed a rival AFL club's fitness boss as the Tigers attempt to get on top of a three-year injury crisis at the club.

AAP · Sep 1

In 2022, Melbourne's M80 became Victoria's first major road project with recycled content in every pavement layer, reusing 35.5 million plastic bags and 22 million bottles

Melbourne's M80 Ring Road upgrade utilized recycled materials throughout its pavement layers. This project incorporated waste equivalent to millions of plastic bags and glass bottles. Recycled pavement materials and eMesh were also extensively used in the construction. The upgrade aimed to improve capacity, safety, and traffic reliability on the freeway.…

The Times of India · Aug 31

Reason to believe but Blues face 'tough gig': Voss

Michael Voss has admired Carlton's turnaround since leaving as coach and says there's every reason for Blues fans to believe they can go deep into September.

AAP · Aug 31

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Carlton are on the wildest of rides with their next generation in the driver’s seat

The Blues look well stocked for years to come after Jagga Smith and Harry Dean were standouts in their AFL wildcard final win over the Demons

The Guardian - AU · Aug 30

Giant heartbreak: AFLW thriller at Manuka Oval leaves GWS devastated

The Giants were in a winning position, but fell at the end.

The Canberra Times · Aug 30

Injuries bite as Demons, Power, Hawks win in AFLW

Melbourne have thrashed Brisbane, while Port Adelaide snatched a thrilling win over GWS and Hawthorn beat Collingwood on an AFLW weekend full of injuries.

AAP · Aug 30

Demons proud of regained respect despite finals exit

Melbourne coach Steven King was devastated by a wildcard exit but believes the Demons managed to regain some respect in his first year at the helm.

AAP · Aug 29

Fairytale Blues 'not done yet' after wildcard win

After a historic wildcard win when they finished 10th, Carlton can dare to dream of an extended finals run, forward Ben Ainsworth says.

AAP · Aug 29

Old habits haunt Dees in frustrating AFL wildcard exit

After a year of exciting, attacking football, Melbourne's forward line crumbled under the weight of finals pressure in their wildcard match against Carlton.

AAP · Aug 29

Welcome to wildcard heaven as Blues exorcise Demons

Carlton have won their AFL wildcard game against Melbourne by 19 points in front of 91,733 fans at the MCG to set up an elimination final against Geelong.

AAP · Aug 29

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AAP · Aug 28

Dynamic Demons ready to put King's plan to finals test

Steven King's attacking game style has thrilled Melbourne fans and neutrals all season, but faces a huge test against red-hot Carlton in their wildcard clash.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 28

Pauline Hanson courts wealthy donors with $2,000 ‘exclusive’ Melbourne lunch, but where are the receipts?

One Nation hopes to raise $36,000 from the lunch but the state party has disclosed just one donation this financial year

AAP · Aug 28

'It stacks up': Demons ready to strike in AFL finals

While Melbourne have injury problems and are coming off an upset loss, Bayley Fritsch says they will head into their final against Carlton with confidence.

MyLifeXP · Aug 27

When Is Raksha Bandhan 2026? Shubh Muhurat Times Across the World

Raksha Bandhan is a festival that brings brothers and sisters closer. Even when families live in different cities or countries, they try to celebrate the day together. In 2026, the date can look different depending on where you live. This is mainly because India and other countries have different time…

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AAP · Aug 27

Maguire's season from hell continues at hands of Storm

Pressure on Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has skyrocketed to an all-time high after the Broncos suffered a brutal capitulation to Melbourne on home turf.

AAP · Aug 27

Carlton coach expects youngsters to shine on big stage

After extraordinary seasons, Carlton young guns Jagga Smith and Harry Dean have been backed to carry their form into a wildcard showdown against Melbourne.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 27

Levy secretly added to Victorian public transport fares scrapped as Labor admits it ‘did not pass the pub test’

Premier confirms levy, which was intended to help pay for the Suburban Rail Loop and other Big Build projects, will be abolished

AAP · Aug 26

'Not a one-man job': Blues' plan for red-hot Pickett

Carlton defender Adam Cerra has opened up on the Blues' plans for Melbourne's dual All-Australian star Kysaiah Pickett in their wildcard final.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 26

Victorian government secretly increased public transport fares to help pay for Suburban Rail Loop

Labor put ‘levy on all public transport fares in metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria’ since January 2025, auditor general finds, as questions raised over premier’s involvement

The Guardian - AU · Aug 25

Transport regulator investigating two more incidents at Sydney airport, taking tally to six in a month – as it happened

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International Business Times UK · Aug 25

10-Year-Old Boy Punched Before Mother Is Grabbed in Headlock and Stabbed Repeatedly as Her Children Watch

A Melbourne man allegedly punched a 10-year-old boy before stabbing his mother with scissors as her three children watched

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