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Socceroos playmaker Tom Rogic announces retirement

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

Frozen-out Demons lean on each other as trades loom

Frozen-out Demons lean on each other as trades loom

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

Tax on empty homes and vacant land to free up housing

Tax on empty homes and vacant land to free up housing

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.

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Victoria's fire threat focus shifts to flash flood risk

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

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

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

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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Mum behind lover's plot to kill ex gets 26 years' jail

Mum behind lover's plot to kill ex gets 26 years' jail

Mum behind lover's plot to kill ex gets 26 years' jail

Mum behind lover's plot to kill ex gets 26 years' jail

Biannca Edmunds will spend at least 20 years in prison after a plot to murder her ex-partner ended in his death as well as the death of her husband.

Michel eyes Masters return ticket as Crowe goes pro

Michel eyes Masters return ticket as Crowe goes pro

Michel eyes Masters return ticket as Crowe goes pro

Michel eyes Masters return ticket as Crowe goes pro

Lukas Michel will enjoy some inside knowledge when golf's Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship returns to Royal Melbourne later this month.

Extended Australian Open to serve up Sunday start

Extended Australian Open to serve up Sunday start

Extended Australian Open to serve up Sunday start

Extended Australian Open to serve up Sunday start

Organisers of the Australian Open have announced the 2024 tournament will go for an extended 15 days, starting on a Sunday in a bid to limit late-night matches.

Mandatory closures for Victorian gaming machine venues

Mandatory closures for Victorian gaming machine venues

Mandatory closures for Victorian gaming machine venues

Mandatory closures for Victorian gaming machine venues

New legislation enforcing mandatory closure periods for venues with gaming machines will be introduced in the Victorian parliament.

'Best of the best': demand drives art fair expansion

'Best of the best': demand drives art fair expansion

'Best of the best': demand drives art fair expansion

'Best of the best': demand drives art fair expansion

The 2024 Melbourne Art Fair will be held annually from 2024, driven by demand from both buyers and galleries.

International students did not seek help before deaths

International students did not seek help before deaths

International students did not seek help before deaths

International students did not seek help before deaths

A coroner has handed down his findings into the suicide deaths of five international students living in Victoria in 2020.

Blues' Walsh named AFL player of the finals

Blues' Walsh named AFL player of the finals

Blues' Walsh named AFL player of the finals

Blues' Walsh named AFL player of the finals

Carlton midfielder Sam Walsh has won the Gary Ayres Award as the best player of the AFL finals after starring for the Blues throughout September.

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Cost of living spokesman defends real estate portfolio

A state opposition's newly appointed spokesman on the cost of living has defended stepping into the role despite holding many real estate interests.

New-look Victorian cabinet sworn in as Allan era begins

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan's first cabinet has been sworn in, a week on from Daniel Andrews' shock resignation and a day before parliament returns.

Teen 'cannot remember' stabbing man at train station

A 19-year-old who was drunk and possibly high on drugs when he fatally stabbed a Victorian father cannot remember the attack, his barrister says.

Leppitsch surprised by Pies' rapid climb to AFL summit

Never in Justin Leppitsch's wildest dreams did he think Collingwood would win an AFL premiership within two years of his arrival as an assistant to Craig McRae.

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Cook stirs Phoenix in runaway NBL defeat of Perth

A ferocious Tyler Cook dunk has sparked South East Melbourne Phoenix, who have beaten the Perth Wildcats 110-99 in the NBL behind a dominant third quarter.

Lions cut plucky Hawks down to size in AFLW

Brisbane have continue their charge to the finals by snatching a fourth consecutive win with a 27-point victory over Hawthorn.

Kangaroos quash goalless Giants in AFLW

Snatching their fourth win of the season, North Melbourne have overpowered GWS with a 30-point win in blustery conditions.

Pendlebury soaks up second flag as 400 club beckons

Scott Pendlebury played a vital leadership role as Collingwood beat Brisbane by four points in Saturday's pulsating grand final.

AFL grand final ratings fall short of Matildas

The AFL grand final battle between Collingwood and Brisbane was a ratings hit, becoming the most-watched program this year outside of the Women's World Cup.

Debates rages over contentious advantage in grand final

Brisbane Lions star Hugh McCluggage believes the MCG crowd noise meant Zac Bailey could not have known a crucial free kick was paid in the AFL grand final.

Heartbroken Lions believe they're just getting started

Brisbane are hurting from a gut-wrenching AFL grand final loss but the Lions' leaders believe the club can contend for years to come.

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