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Star defies illness to guide side to spirited WNBL win

Star defies illness to guide side to spirited WNBL win

The Bendigo Spirit have defeated the Adelaide Lightning in scorching conditions to notch their eighth straight WNBL victory.

Trio jailed over gruesome fatal assault and mutilation

Trio jailed over gruesome fatal assault and mutilation

Trio jailed over gruesome fatal assault and mutilation

Trio jailed over gruesome fatal assault and mutilation

A couple and their friend have been sentenced for their roles in the gruesome killing of a man, whose body was mutilated and dumped along train tracks.

New deal to put Cats boss among AFL coaching greats

New deal to put Cats boss among AFL coaching greats

New deal to put Cats boss among AFL coaching greats

New deal to put Cats boss among AFL coaching greats

Two-time AFL premiership coach Chris Scott has signed a three-year contract extension with Geelong, tying him to the club until the end of 2029.

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Neo-Nazi facing jail time after losing salute appeal

Neo-Nazi facing jail time after losing salute appeal

A County Court judge has handed down his decision for neo-Nazi Jacob Hersant, who denied he performed a sieg heil outside court.

Mata resurgence to continue in A-League Men derby

Mata resurgence to continue in A-League Men derby

Juan Mata is back in form and looms as the key to the A-League Men derby between Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City.

Socceroo to make up for lost time in World Cup audition

Socceroo to make up for lost time in World Cup audition

Nishan Velupillay is back from injury and ready to return to his best with Victory as the battle for spots in Australia's World Cup squad intensifies.

'Truth is out': relief over gruesome murder acquittal

'Truth is out': relief over gruesome murder acquittal

A woman accused of killing a 72-year-old man and mutilating his body with a box cutter has spoken out after being found not guilty of his murder.

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Premier red-faced as husband busted drink-driving

Premier red-faced as husband busted drink-driving

Premier red-faced as husband busted drink-driving

Premier red-faced as husband busted drink-driving

An emotional state premier has declared she's "deeply shocked, disappointed and embarrassed" after her husband was busted drink-driving.

Evictions loom as housing tower demo appeal tossed

Evictions loom as housing tower demo appeal tossed

Evictions loom as housing tower demo appeal tossed

Evictions loom as housing tower demo appeal tossed

The High Court could be called on to have the final say on a state government's plan to demolish dozens of public housing towers after an appeal was dismissed.

Ex-TV star must shadow Jewish leader over Nazi gesture

Ex-TV star must shadow Jewish leader over Nazi gesture

Ex-TV star must shadow Jewish leader over Nazi gesture

Ex-TV star must shadow Jewish leader over Nazi gesture

A magistrate has condemned those who target Australia's Jewish community while sentencing a former Neighbours actor for performing a Nazi gesture.

Melbourne BBL derby gets its own giant mace

Melbourne BBL derby gets its own giant mace

Melbourne BBL derby gets its own giant mace

Melbourne BBL derby gets its own giant mace

For the first time, the Stars and Renegades will have a genuine trophy to play for during their Melbourne BBL derbies in January.

Mokbel 'sorry saga' drags on as retrial left in limbo

Mokbel 'sorry saga' drags on as retrial left in limbo

Mokbel 'sorry saga' drags on as retrial left in limbo

Mokbel 'sorry saga' drags on as retrial left in limbo

Underworld identity Tony Mokbel is still facing the possibility of another trial over alleged drug importation offending dating back to 2005.

City upbeat about Socceroo Leckie's post-surgery return

City upbeat about Socceroo Leckie's post-surgery return

City upbeat about Socceroo Leckie's post-surgery return

City upbeat about Socceroo Leckie's post-surgery return

Socceroos stalwart Mathew Leckie has undergone hip surgery, with Melbourne City coach Aurelio Vidmar "quite optimistic" about what's ahead after the operation.

Accused CBD stabber has bail revoked after two days

Accused CBD stabber has bail revoked after two days

Accused CBD stabber has bail revoked after two days

Accused CBD stabber has bail revoked after two days

A man accused of stabbing a worker in a random attack on a busy city street has had his bail revoked following fresh medical material.

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Origin to be Bomber's first game since failed trade

Essendon star Zach Merrett has been selected for Victoria, meaning February's State of Origin will be his first game since attempting to leave the Bombers.

Three clubs in three years for NRL's Davvy Moale

South Sydney prop Davvy Moale has signed a one-year deal to join NRL rivals Melbourne for the 2026 season.

Stars' 41-year-old veteran helps upset BBL champions

The Melbourne Stars' bid for a maiden BBL title has begun brightly, as they demolished reigning champions Hobart by eight wickets at the MCG.

Melbourne snap NBL losing streak by hammering Hawks

Illawarra's JaVale McGee copped a nasty poked eye and Melbourne's Shea Ili appeared to reaggravate a hamstring issue as United emerged from a night of carnage.

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Liberal $1.5m loan fight to continue into election year

A push to dismiss a legal fight over a loan to a former Liberal leader has failed, with the internal fracas expected to go to trial in an election year.

Accused wife killer walks from court after winning bail

A man has successfully applied for bail after he was charged with the murder of his wife, who was killed more than 30 years ago.

'Weak signals' of crime turnaround as brats run wild

Rampant theft, repeat offenders and machete attacks continue to plague one state as another across the border tames youth crime in regional areas.

Veteran Socceroo ready to silence doubters at World Cup

Aziz Behich believes the Socceroos can again silence doubters at the World Cup finals but first has his eyes set on helping Melbourne City.

Injury-plagued St Kilda star undergoes more surgery

Star St Kilda forward Max King has had a fourth operation on his problematic knee in 2025, delaying his return to Saints training even further.

Accused CBD stabber gets bail, but won't be released

An accused stabber who allegedly injured a worker in a random attack on a city street has secured bail to continue treatment for complex psychological issues.

'Callous' rapist Tom Silvagni jailed for six years

Tom Silvagni, the youngest son of AFL great Stephen and television identity Jo, has been jailed after being convicted of rape.

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