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Melb City's Socceroos attacker Leckie out of Asian Cup

Melb City's Socceroos attacker Leckie out of Asian Cup

The injury-hit Socceroos will have to reshape their attack after Melbourne City forward Mathew Leckie was ruled out of the Asian Cup with a hamstring injury.

Jimmy Barnes making 'good progress' after surgery

Jimmy Barnes making 'good progress' after surgery

Jimmy Barnes making 'good progress' after surgery

Jimmy Barnes making 'good progress' after surgery

Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes is continuing his recovery in hospital after undergoing open-heart surgery earlier this week.

United post season-high score in thumping of NBL rivals

United post season-high score in thumping of NBL rivals

United post season-high score in thumping of NBL rivals

United post season-high score in thumping of NBL rivals

Melbourne United had seven scorers in double figures as they racked up their NBL season-high tally in a 106-78 thumping of South East Melbourne Phoenix.

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Man arrested after alleged schoolgirl abduction attempt

Man arrested after alleged schoolgirl abduction attempt

Police have arrested a 37-year-old man after he handed himself in following an alleged abduction attempt in Melbourne's CBD.

Police pay-fight action may let off speeding drivers

Police pay-fight action may let off speeding drivers

Policing of the Australian Open could change and most speeding drivers would escape penalties if police union members vote to step up industrial action.

Victims heard on man accused of murder and kidnappings

Victims heard on man accused of murder and kidnappings

Victim impact statements have been heard before Christopher Hillman is sentenced for a shooting murder and kidnapping two people while he was on the run.

AFL keen to tighten rule on smothers after Maynard case

AFL keen to tighten rule on smothers after Maynard case

The AFL wants club feedback on a number of proposed rule changes, including a tightening of what is allowed when a player tries to smother an opponent's kick.

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Aloisi brothers' first date a high-stakes family affair

Aloisi brothers' first date a high-stakes family affair

Aloisi brothers' first date a high-stakes family affair

Aloisi brothers' first date a high-stakes family affair

Ross Aloisi will coach against his brother John for the first time, the rookie head coach's Brisbane in a far rosier position than last-placed Western United.

Sweet feeling of Socceroos call-up driving Fornaroli

Sweet feeling of Socceroos call-up driving Fornaroli

Sweet feeling of Socceroos call-up driving Fornaroli

Sweet feeling of Socceroos call-up driving Fornaroli

Bruno Fornaroli says he never gave up hope of a Socceroos recall after his electrifying form has catapulted him into contention for Graham Arnold's squad.

Abattoir footage prompts fresh think on animal welfare

Abattoir footage prompts fresh think on animal welfare

Abattoir footage prompts fresh think on animal welfare

Abattoir footage prompts fresh think on animal welfare

The culture with abattoirs, bolstered animal welfare standards and mandatory CCTV will be considered following shock footage captured by activists.

Chiro asks for no jail time after exploiting refugee

Chiro asks for no jail time after exploiting refugee

Chiro asks for no jail time after exploiting refugee

Chiro asks for no jail time after exploiting refugee

Melbourne chiropractor Seyyed Farshchi, 50, was found guilty by a Victorian jury of forced labour offences against a refugee.

Tomato tin ecstasy importer denied Lawyer X appeal

Tomato tin ecstasy importer denied Lawyer X appeal

Tomato tin ecstasy importer denied Lawyer X appeal

Tomato tin ecstasy importer denied Lawyer X appeal

Drug importer Rob Karam, serving 35 years' jail including for the import of 15 million ecstasy pills, has been denied an appeal linked to Lawyer X Nicola Gobbo.

Lyon-hearted Saints out to prove AFL critics wrong

Lyon-hearted Saints out to prove AFL critics wrong

Lyon-hearted Saints out to prove AFL critics wrong

Lyon-hearted Saints out to prove AFL critics wrong

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon is bullish about his side's prospects for the 2024 AFL season, despite doubters already writing them off as finals contenders.

Stars Scorched as Perth claim easy BBL win at MCG

Stars Scorched as Perth claim easy BBL win at MCG

Stars Scorched as Perth claim easy BBL win at MCG

Stars Scorched as Perth claim easy BBL win at MCG

The Perth Scorchers have easily beaten the Melbourne Stars by seven wickets in their BBL match at the MCG.

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Thunderstorm warning threatens large hail, wind, rain

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for eastern Victoria, with damaging winds, rain and hail expected.

Girl escapes brazen abduction attempt during excursion

A good Samaritan has saved a schoolgirl from a brazen abduction attempt by a man who tried to drag her away during an excursion at a popular Melbourne laneway.

Bulldogs star Bailey Smith to miss 2024 AFL season

The Western Bulldogs' midfield depth will be tested in 2024 after young star Bailey Smith sustained a serious knee injury, which will sideline him for a year.

Socceroos attackers Leckie, Maclaren sweat on injuries

Socceroo Mathew Leckie has suffered a hamstring injury and Jamie Maclaren is dealing with an ankle problem, in concerning signs a month out from the Asian Cup.

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Dwindling duck numbers 'demand hunting ban'

Leading animal advocates have renewed calls for a duck hunting ban in Victoria, saying survey data only adds to evidence in favour of abolishing the sport.

Netball focused on winning 'war' on female talent

Netball Australia and the players' union have finally confirmed a new three-year Collective Player Agreement, bringing to an end an ugly dispute.

Commuter standstill as V/Line workers walk off the job

Regional Victorian trains were brought to a standstill as V/Line workers walked off the job following failed labour negotiations.

Triple zero call takers vote for industrial action

Triple zero call takers in Victoria will take industrial action over months of stalled negotiations but say it won't impact emergency responses.

Ruck star Sean Darcy signs Dockers deal to 2030

Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy has inked a new six-year contract extension with the AFL club despite strong interest from Geelong.

Membrey, King set to rekindle Saints partnership

Tim Membrey and Max King rarely played together for St Kilda last season but are on track to resume their dangerous attacking partnership in 2024.

Tigers captain Nankervis to lead with physical style

Toby Nankervis wants to let his physical style of play set an example for Richmond teammates as he takes over as the AFL club's sole captain.

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