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Allan ghosted Games organisers' bid for budget boost

Allan ghosted Games organisers' bid for budget boost

The Victorian government was warned of skyrocketing cost pressures on delivering the 2026 Commonwealth Games five months before it officially pulled the plug.

Murder accused says brothers' stabbing in self-defence

Murder accused says brothers' stabbing in self-defence

Murder accused says brothers' stabbing in self-defence

Murder accused says brothers' stabbing in self-defence

A Geelong man who fatally stabbed a 26-year-old and injured his brother was angry his girlfriend was talking to one of the victims, prosecutors say.

Men acquitted of Vic murder talk up early plea offers

Men acquitted of Vic murder talk up early plea offers

Men acquitted of Vic murder talk up early plea offers

Men acquitted of Vic murder talk up early plea offers

Lawyers for two men acquitted of murdering a man found tortured and buried in a shallow grave have argued for lesser sentences because of early offers to plead.

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Cruel property swindler stole $10m from retirees

Cruel property swindler stole $10m from retirees

A cruel and callous property swindler who stole $10 million from retirees through fake investments has been jailed for a decade.

World Cup winners dominate Diamonds squad

World Cup winners dominate Diamonds squad

All but two of Australia's Netball World Cup winners have been named in the Diamonds squad for the Constellation Cup series against New Zealand.

Dogs forward Naughton signs huge AFL deal until 2032

Dogs forward Naughton signs huge AFL deal until 2032

Western Bulldogs forward Aaron Naughton has penned the longest current contract in the AFL, extending his stay at the Whitten Oval until the end of 2032.

Crows defender Doedee wants AFL move to Brisbane

Crows defender Doedee wants AFL move to Brisbane

Out-of-contract defender Tom Doedee wants to exercise his AFL free agency options to leave Adelaide for Brisbane.

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School camp invite returned to sender for Elvis gig

School camp invite returned to sender for Elvis gig

School camp invite returned to sender for Elvis gig

School camp invite returned to sender for Elvis gig

Elvis: A Musical Revolution - which features four young performers playing Elvis as a boy - has extended its run in Melbourne before it has even opened.

Lawyers hired weeks before 2026 Comm Games cancellation

Lawyers hired weeks before 2026 Comm Games cancellation

Lawyers hired weeks before 2026 Comm Games cancellation

Lawyers hired weeks before 2026 Comm Games cancellation

The Victorian government hired lawyers to seek advice on withdrawing from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games four weeks before its cancellation decision.

Football greats, Olympic champions to join Hall Of Fame

Football greats, Olympic champions to join Hall Of Fame

Football greats, Olympic champions to join Hall Of Fame

Football greats, Olympic champions to join Hall Of Fame

The new Sport Australia Hall Of Fame inductees feature Johnathan Thurston, Tim Cahill, Lydia Lassila and Kurt Fearnley ahead of the annual function on Oct 16.

Victorian treasurer admits sparking tax firestorm

Victorian treasurer admits sparking tax firestorm

Victorian treasurer admits sparking tax firestorm

Victorian treasurer admits sparking tax firestorm

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas concedes he created a "firestorm of interest" when he announced tax reforms directly to the development industry.

Papenhuyzen to head to USA, eyes round-one NRL return

Papenhuyzen to head to USA, eyes round-one NRL return

Papenhuyzen to head to USA, eyes round-one NRL return

Papenhuyzen to head to USA, eyes round-one NRL return

Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is planning for a another visit to renowned USA reconditioning expert Bill Knowles, as he eyes a round-one comeback in 2024.

Mourners gather to remember mushroom poisoning victim

Mourners gather to remember mushroom poisoning victim

Mourners gather to remember mushroom poisoning victim

Mourners gather to remember mushroom poisoning victim

Heather Wilkinson has been remembered at a public memorial service, almost two months after she died from suspected mushroom poisoning.

Child sex abuse inquiry expanded to 24 schools

Child sex abuse inquiry expanded to 24 schools

Child sex abuse inquiry expanded to 24 schools

Child sex abuse inquiry expanded to 24 schools

Two dozen Victorian government schools are part of an investigation into historical child sex abuse and anyone with information is urged to come forward.

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Maintenance man stole almost $200k from NDIS clients

A handyman who stole almost $200,000 from National Disability Insurance Scheme clients has tried to pay back the portion of funds he kept for himself.

Fringe Festival pushes off with giant golden swing

The 2023 Melbourne Fringe has begun with the launch of an eight-metre-high yellow swing in the forecourt of Victoria's State Library.

Diagnosing concussion could be as easy as a blood test

A new Melbourne study has discovered people with concussion have significantly elevated blood protein levels.

McQualter expected to join Demons after leaving Punt Rd

After missing out on the Richmond AFL head coaching job to Adem Yze, long-time assistant and former caretaker Andrew McQualter is expected to join Melbourne.

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Socceroos playmaker Tom Rogic announces retirement

Socceroos playmaker Tom Rogic has retired and says he and his wife's fertility issues and a desire to focus on his family were a key factor.

Frozen-out Demons lean on each other as trades loom

Melbourne midfielder James Harmes says he and ruckman Brodie Grundy, who are both likely to seek AFL trades, grew close as they dealt with being frozen out.

Tax on empty homes and vacant land to free up housing

A little-known tax will be broadened to push Victorian landowners to build on or sell empty blocks as the government seeks to boost housing supply.

Victoria's fire threat focus shifts to flash flood risk

The threat from two blazes burning in eastern Victoria is expected to ease, with a severe weather warning issued over damaging winds and heavy rain.

Racing heavyweights, AFL stars set for spring carnival

Soulcombe, part-owned by six Richmond players, appears set for a big spring, but Gold Trip trainer Ciaron Maher is backing his 2022 Melbourne Cup winner.

Allan tested in first question time as Vic premier

New Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and Opposition Leader John Pesutto squared off in her first parliamentary sitting day after taking the top job.

Lynch looking to put his best foot forward for Tigers

Richmond star Tom Lynch will have a delayed start to pre-season as he recovers from a lingering foot injury, but is confident he will be ready for round one.

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