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Tobacco kingpin's tasker jailed over rival arson jobs

Tobacco kingpin's tasker jailed over rival arson jobs

A lieutenant to an illicit tobacco kingpin, who organised and executed arsons and thefts on his behalf, has been jailed for his extremely serious offending.

Federal police swoop on former CFMEU powerbroker's home

Federal police swoop on former CFMEU powerbroker's home

Federal police swoop on former CFMEU powerbroker's home

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.

How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

Geelong forward Shannon Neale has opened up on working his way through his pre-finals anxiety after losing the AFL grand final last year.

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Carlton forward pushes for return, defender in doubt

Carlton forward pushes for return, defender in doubt

Carlton forward Will Hayward is making his case to return from injury for the Blues' elimination final, but a veteran defender appears in doubt.

Duelling train plans as One Nation hosts pre-poll lunch

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".

'Justice is served': Family relief over killer's guilt

'Justice is served': Family relief over killer's guilt

A young teen who stabbed another boy to death to avenge a short-lived fling has been found guilty of murder.

All-Australian mind coaches fuelling finals-bound Blue

All-Australian mind coaches fuelling finals-bound Blue

While he's far from searching for vindication after his trade from Gold Coast, Carlton star Ben Ainsworth says a key Suns link has helped him find finals form.

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Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Playing in Perth holds no fears for Hawthorn, who will start underdogs in Thursday's qualifying final against Fremantle and their Wharfie Time.

Finals return for Geelong star looking 'positive'

Finals return for Geelong star looking 'positive'

Finals return for Geelong star looking 'positive'

Finals return for Geelong star looking 'positive'

Geelong are seriously considering bringing back star Max Holmes from an ankle injury for the Cats' elimination final clash with red-hot Carlton.

'Don't know the facts': coach speaks on concussion fine

'Don't know the facts': coach speaks on concussion fine

'Don't know the facts': coach speaks on concussion fine

'Don't know the facts': coach speaks on concussion fine

Geelong coach Chris Scott has faced the media for the first time since the Cats were penalised for the concussion contract saga involving Jake Kolodjashnij.

'Wasn't space' for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad

'Wasn't space' for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad

'Wasn't space' for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad

'Wasn't space' for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad

Marnus Labuschagne's hopes of featuring in Australia's one-day World Cup defence in 2027 have dipped after he was dropped for this month's tour of South Africa.

Richmond poach fitness boss to rectify injury crisis

Richmond poach fitness boss to rectify injury crisis

Richmond poach fitness boss to rectify injury crisis

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.

Mitchell lauds Pendlebury's seismic AFL move to Suns

Mitchell lauds Pendlebury's seismic AFL move to Suns

Mitchell lauds Pendlebury's seismic AFL move to Suns

Mitchell lauds Pendlebury's seismic AFL move to Suns

Scott Pendlebury's switch to Gold Coast mirrors how Hawthorn great Sam Mitchell ended his playing career and transitioned into coaching at West Coast.

Star Hawk rises from 'helpless' to shot at finals glory

Star Hawk rises from 'helpless' to shot at finals glory

Star Hawk rises from 'helpless' to shot at finals glory

Star Hawk rises from 'helpless' to shot at finals glory

Star Hawthorn midfielder Will Day has opened up on his difficult run with injuries ahead of his first appearance in an AFL finals series.

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Lions legend's query on Freo flag hopes

The Brisbane Lions are proven performers at the MCG but there are still doubts over minor premier Fremantle's ability to stand up on the game's biggest stage.

Cats midfield ready for Blues as star pushes for return

Geelong are ready for what Carlton's dynamic midfield will throw at them as their own star, Max Holmes, keeps pushing to return from injury.

One Nation turns up election heat with energy pitch

A populist party has promised to extend the life of a coal-fired power plant as part of an un-costed Victorian election policy platform.

Concussion saga not a distraction for finals-bound Cats

Cats midfielder Tom Atkins is adamant the AFL club's concussion saga hasn't been a distraction, and he is thrilled to have Jake Kolodjashnij return to the club.

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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.

Ex-surgeon referred to tribunal for alleged misconduct

Hundreds of patients have contacted lawyers about the treatment they received from a former gynaecologist, who is accused of performing unnecessary surgeries.

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.

Hawks ready for toughest trip in footy

Hawthorn are ready to stare down one of the toughest trips in the AFL and cause an almighty qualifying final boilover against Fremantle.

Pothole poll pledge to secure state's roads

A state premier's promise to fix half a million potholes has drawn criticism from the opposition as both parties take potholes to the polls.

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.

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.

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