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'Pre-dates my time': How Blues handle great expectation

'Pre-dates my time': How Blues handle great expectation

Interim Carlton coach Josh Fraser has spoken about how the new-look Blues are dealing with growing expectations of a potential unlikely finals berth.

Face of risky drinking 'quietly changing' in Australia

Face of risky drinking 'quietly changing' in Australia

Face of risky drinking 'quietly changing' in Australia

Face of risky drinking 'quietly changing' in Australia

Increasing numbers of midlife women are turning to alcohol to soothe the negative effects of perimenopause but it might be worsening their symptoms.

Ex-union boss bailed after social media threats charges

Ex-union boss bailed after social media threats charges

Ex-union boss bailed after social media threats charges

Ex-union boss bailed after social media threats charges

A former union leader has been granted bail after facing court on charges over a social media post that prosecutors allege was a "targeted, calculated attack".

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Allan's legacy looms large over tight home seat battle

Allan's legacy looms large over tight home seat battle

Former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan has pulled the pin on her political career, paving the way for an unpredictable battle for her long-held home seat.

New-look Geelong ready for ominous North AFLW test

New-look Geelong ready for ominous North AFLW test

Geelong will again open their AFLW campaign against all-conquering North Melbourne, but are keen to prove a point under new coach Mick Stinear.

Bus driver charged after student killed in rollover

Bus driver charged after student killed in rollover

Almost a year after a 12-year-old girl died and multiple students were injured in a bus crash, detectives have charged the vehicle's 76-year-old driver.

Accused rapist takes the stand to deny girl's claims

Accused rapist takes the stand to deny girl's claims

An accused rapist has given evidence in his own trial to deny he had sex with a underage girl without her consent.

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All My Loving: nation mourns music legend Johnny Young

All My Loving: nation mourns music legend Johnny Young

All My Loving: nation mourns music legend Johnny Young

All My Loving: nation mourns music legend Johnny Young

Tributes are pouring in for Johnny Young after the TV legend and writer of one of Australia's most celebrated songs died at age 79.

Suburbs' crime 'out of control' as concerns grow

Suburbs' crime 'out of control' as concerns grow

Suburbs' crime 'out of control' as concerns grow

Suburbs' crime 'out of control' as concerns grow

Local mayors are calling for more action to combat crime and improve public safety after a spate of high-profile incidents.

Lynch call looming as Tigers send off flag heroes

Lynch call looming as Tigers send off flag heroes

Lynch call looming as Tigers send off flag heroes

Lynch call looming as Tigers send off flag heroes

Richmond will farewell Dion Prestia and Nathan Broad against St Kilda but 250-gamer Tom Lynch is set to play on in 2027.

'Confident': Fraser presents to become Carlton coach

'Confident': Fraser presents to become Carlton coach

'Confident': Fraser presents to become Carlton coach

'Confident': Fraser presents to become Carlton coach

Josh Fraser is confident he is ready to become a full-time senior coach after presenting to the Carlton panel following his wildly successful interim stint.

By George, Kangaroos gained lift from Warlord return

By George, Kangaroos gained lift from Warlord return

By George, Kangaroos gained lift from Warlord return

By George, Kangaroos gained lift from Warlord return

While North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is unsure about Geelong's focus, he's certain what effect one midfielder has when he's in the Kangaroos lineup.

Be tougher and harder: Hawks given rev up ahead of Pies

Be tougher and harder: Hawks given rev up ahead of Pies

Be tougher and harder: Hawks given rev up ahead of Pies

Be tougher and harder: Hawks given rev up ahead of Pies

Hawthorn's toughness has been put into question this week following a limp loss to Brisbane, and coach Sam Mitchell wants to see a response against Collingwood.

Demons kick clear to start new AFLW era with win

Demons kick clear to start new AFLW era with win

Demons kick clear to start new AFLW era with win

Demons kick clear to start new AFLW era with win

Melbourne looked in trouble at three-quarter time, but they kicked three goals and kept Hawthorn scoreless to start their AFLW season with a 19-point win.

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Bulldogs unsure when ruckman will return from injury

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says Tim English will be out for their wildcard final, throwing doubt on whether the ruckman will return this season.

Magpies premiership hero to retire, Tigers great exits

A Collingwood great has announced his retirement on the same day a Richmond premiership player confirmed his exit from Punt Rd after eight seasons.

Trio accused of Malthouse home invasion to stand trial

Three men will face trial after allegedly trying to break into the home of AFL premiership coach Mick Malthouse.

'How's ya missus?': teen girl confronted alleged rapist

A man who denies raping a 16-year-old girl at a regional house party is facing trial in the County Court, with messages between the pair detailed to a jury.

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'Episode of Home and Away' as Bombers close in on coach

Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon has addressed rumours of a rift between him and potential new Bombers leader Mark McVeigh.

'Would miss him a lot': McRae speaks on Magpies icon

Collingwood legend Scott Pendlebury has given the Magpies a timeline on when he plans to make a call on his future plans beyond this season.

Connection to Country cited as accused murderer bailed

A woman charged with murder has won her bid for bail after a judge found there were "unusual reasons" to release her ahead of her trial.

Fatal crash sparks calls for new buggy racing rules

A fatal crash at an off-road racing event has prompted calls for stricter safety standards, with the driver's widow urging the racing community to take heed.

Socialite's drug pledge as Geoffrey 'circus' detailed

A magistrate has accepted a socialite is trying to turn her life around after a marriage breakdown led her to meth use.

Last-ditch intervention to scrap 'open air' prison laws

A First Peoples' treaty body is piling pressure on a state government to dump legislation that would curtail the right of prisoners to an hour of outdoor time.

Upper house shake-up looms as old voting system binned

Victoria has become the last Australian jurisdiction to abolish a voting system that enabled candidates to be elected with a fraction of first preferences.

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