Hughes' shock reveal about Storm before grand final Jahrome Hughes admits to once being sick of watching Melbourne win, but now the Kiwi can help lead them to another premiership in the NRL grand final. AAP · Oct 4, 2025
AFLW record falls as Roos march to 20th straight win AFLW reigning premiers North Melbourne are closing in on an Australian rules record, having cruised past Sydney to register their 20th straight win. AAP · Oct 4, 2025
Broncos give Reynolds chance to bury grand-final demons Brisbane will entrust Adam Reynolds with goalkicking duties against Melbourne, four years after he drained a conversion wide in a narrow grand-final defeat. AAP · Oct 4, 2025
Why Katoa's No.1 fan can't watch Storm's grand final Damaging Melbourne forward Eliesa Katoa has enjoyed a career-best year but revealed his biggest supporter won't attend the NRL grand final. AAP · Oct 4, 2025
Magpies star makes trade call as Lions land Draper Collingwood premiership forward Brody Mihocek will join Melbourne as an unrestricted free agent after turning down offers to stay at the Magpies. AAP · Oct 4, 2025
Broncos defence just like it was for 2006 glory: Ryan Brisbane's scramble defence and fitness ahead of the grand final reminds club legend Peter Ryan of 2006, when he was defence coach for the last premiership win. AAP · Oct 4, 2025
'An art and a science': how Storm plan to stop Walsh Reece Walsh looms as the most dangerous man in the NRL grand final, but Ben Barba and Jarryd Hayne are proof Melbourne love to shut down stars on the big stage AAP · Oct 4, 2025
Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs to miss Oasis tour leg for cancer treatment Rhythm guitarist to skip gigs in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney to receive prostate treatment The Guardian - UK · Oct 3, 2025
'See you in the NBA real soon': Zion salutes Aussie ace New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson made sure he had a word with NBA prospect and Melbourne United guard Dash Daniels after their exhibition clash. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
One of the greats: Hughes in rare air with a win Jahrome Hughes is already the only New Zealand halfback to win an NRL grand final, but more history awaits if he can lead Melbourne to a win over Brisbane. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
NBA star Williamson lights up Melbourne in Pelican win New Orleans superstar Zion Williamson wowed local fans as the Pelicans beat Melbourne United in the first appearance by an NBA team in Australia. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
Harris lays out the big hits as Demons down Bombers Melbourne have surged into second spot on the AFLW ladder after posting their seventh win of the season with a 14-point triumph over Essendon. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
Steely Storm coach not swayed by grand final history While his grandkids bring out his softer side, Storm coach Craig Bellamy is all business for the NRL grand final and won't ponder if his 11th will be his last. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
Sliding door: Broncos bash brothers nearly joined Storm Melbourne were once interested in signing Pat Carrigan and Payne Haas, but the Brisbane duo are glad they stayed ahead of the NRL grand final. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
AAP · Oct 3, 2025 Storm grant Harry special licence ahead of grand final Hunting their first NRL title in four years, Melbourne feel better prepared than in their 2024 campaign with captain Harry Grant told to be more single-minded.
AAP · Oct 3, 2025 'When we win': GF moment looms for Utoikamanu Stefano Utoikamanu will become the first player of the NRL era to go from three straight wooden spoons to a premiership with a grand-final victory.
International Business Times · Oct 3, 2025 Australian Drug Kingpin To Face Retrial In Police Informant Scandal A court in Melbourne ruled Friday that one of Australia's most famous drug kingpins must face a retrial after his defence lawyer was revealed to have been a police informant.
AAP · Oct 3, 2025 'Right that wrong': rivals set for legacy-defining day Former Brisbane hardman Shane Webcke says the Broncos can get back their winning DNA with grand-final victory, while Melbourne have their own point to prove.
AAP · Oct 2, 2025 Make-or-break Broncos 'madman' heading right for Hughes Brisbane's defensive weapon Brendan Piakura is set to put a target on Melbourne half Jahrome Hughes, and one Broncos legend is salivating over the prospect.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 2, 2025 How Storm’s high-flying winger Xavier Coates could play decisive role in NRL grand final Brisbane will be desperate to limit the impact of the Melbourne player known for his aerial ability and eye-catching corner tries
AAP · Oct 2, 2025 Broncos respond to Storm star's 'stuck up' barb Brisbane ace Pat Carrigan has addressed comments from Stefano Utoikamanu after the Melbourne prop claimed the Broncos were 'stuck up'.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 2, 2025 Afternoon Update: Erin Patterson to appeal convictions; PNG’s defence treaty with Australia; and Nirvana’s legal win Patterson’s barrister Richard Edney confirmed she would appeal during a short hearing in Melbourne
AAP · Oct 2, 2025 Broncos' mentor Maguire on cusp of NRL coaching royalty Michael Maguire will become just the sixth man to coach premiership wins at multiple clubs if his Broncos overcome Melbourne in the NRL grand final.
AAP · Oct 2, 2025 Demon exodus: star mid told to explore trade options Clayton Oliver is the latest big name set to leave Melbourne, but new coach Steven King is upbeat Christian Petracca will remain at the AFL club.
The Conversation · Oct 2, 2025 New documentary about the Malka Leifer case centres trauma, persistence and survival Between 2019 and 2023, I reported on the Malka Leifer case for The Conversation. As an international lawyer, my focus was on the attempt to extradite Leifer from Israel to Australia for trial. Leifer had been principal of the Adass Israel school in Melbourne and was accused of sexually abusing…