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Blues knew Michael Voss was 'always their man'

Blues knew Michael Voss was 'always their man'

Carlton defender Jacob Weitering has heaped praise on Michael Voss after the under-pressure coach backed his players during this season's dire losing streak.

I've never seen Bombers play better: Zach Merrett

I've never seen Bombers play better: Zach Merrett

I've never seen Bombers play better: Zach Merrett

I've never seen Bombers play better: Zach Merrett

Essendon's first-half blitz against Adelaide was the best they have played during Zach Merrett's 10-year career with the club, the Bombers captain says.

More water to be released from dam after flood protest

More water to be released from dam after flood protest

More water to be released from dam after flood protest

More water to be released from dam after flood protest

A Victorian catchment authority will boost its daily water releases following a protest by downstream residents still recovering from the 2022 floods.

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Father jailed for 11 years after shaking, killing baby

Father jailed for 11 years after shaking, killing baby

A Victorian father has been jailed for up to 11 years for violently shaking his newborn son, leading to the baby's death from fatal brain damage.

Coach Beveridge strongly defends Bulldogs star Smith

Coach Beveridge strongly defends Bulldogs star Smith

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has hit out at "disrespectful" commentary around out-of-form star midfielder Bailey Smith.

Crooked cop 'person of interest' in $1m cold case

Crooked cop 'person of interest' in $1m cold case

Police have put up a $1 million reward in a bid to solve the murder mystery of Robert "Jack" Richardson, whose case has deep underworld links.

Google ordered to hand over details of anonymous sender

Google ordered to hand over details of anonymous sender

A disendorsed Victorian Labor candidate has had a small win in the Federal Court, with Google ordered to provide details about the sender of an anonymous email.

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Petracca could keep attacking role for Lions clash

Petracca could keep attacking role for Lions clash

Petracca could keep attacking role for Lions clash

Petracca could keep attacking role for Lions clash

Star Melbourne midfielder Christian Petracca booted four goals last week and could retain his attacking role for the clash with the Brisbane Lions.

Zerk-Thatcher wants re-match with Geelong star Hawkins

Zerk-Thatcher wants re-match with Geelong star Hawkins

Zerk-Thatcher wants re-match with Geelong star Hawkins

Zerk-Thatcher wants re-match with Geelong star Hawkins

Tom Hawkins kicked eight goals the last time Geelong met Essendon but Brandon Zerk-Thatcher isn't daunted about crossing paths with the Cats star again.

Serong blow for Dockers ahead of Collingwood test

Serong blow for Dockers ahead of Collingwood test

Serong blow for Dockers ahead of Collingwood test

Serong blow for Dockers ahead of Collingwood test

Caleb Serong is set to miss Fremantle's trip to take on AFL heavyweights Collingwood at the MCG after he was handed a one-match ban for a dangerous tackle.

Phillips ban adds to Bombers' ruck woes for Cats clash

Phillips ban adds to Bombers' ruck woes for Cats clash

Phillips ban adds to Bombers' ruck woes for Cats clash

Phillips ban adds to Bombers' ruck woes for Cats clash

Inexperienced Essendon ruckman Nick Bryan could be called upon to take on Geelong, with Sam Draper injured and Andrew Phillips facing suspension.

Couple sues ex-federal police commander for defamation

Couple sues ex-federal police commander for defamation

Couple sues ex-federal police commander for defamation

Couple sues ex-federal police commander for defamation

Ola Ouda and Amgad Shehada claim former AFP commander Todd Hunter defamed them when he spoke to the media about an alleged family daycare fraud syndicate.

North Melbourne defender Logue ruptures ACL

North Melbourne defender Logue ruptures ACL

North Melbourne defender Logue ruptures ACL

North Melbourne defender Logue ruptures ACL

North Melbourne's wretched season has grown worse, with scans confirming recruit Griffin Logue has ruptured his ACL and will be sidelined long-term.

Man jailed for six-and-a-half years for stabbing death

Man jailed for six-and-a-half years for stabbing death

Man jailed for six-and-a-half years for stabbing death

Man jailed for six-and-a-half years for stabbing death

A man who stabbed another man to death after an argument, telling a neighbour "I'm going to jail for murder", has been jailed for at least six-and-a-half years.

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Watch and act flood warning for northern Victoria

Residents in parts of northern Victoria have been warned to move to higher ground, ahead of potential moderate flooding.

Veteran Williams confident Matildas can handle Cup hype

Unprecedented crowds and pressure to perform in Australia will not distract from the Matildas' goal of winning a World Cup, goalkeeper Lydia Williams says.

'Shameful' powerline access guide changed

A transmission company has changed a landholder information guide amid concerns it could have misled property owners over land access rights.

Woewodin eyes Dees' AFL blockbuster against Brisbane

Melbourne son-of-a-gun Taj Woewodin is hopeful his composed performance on debut last round is enough to earn him a spot in a blockbuster against Brisbane.

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Bombers brush Crows, surge to fifth spot in AFL

Peter Wright kicked three goals and Zach Merrett starred again as Essendon dominated early to set up an 18-point home win over Adelaide.

Tuohy touched by Stynes family's milestone gesture

Geelong star Zach Tuohy, normally not one for sporting memorabilia, now has a treasured keepsake courtesy of Jim Stynes' family.

Cats return to AFL top eight with easy win over North

Geelong's Zach Tuohy broke the record for the most AFL games by an Irishman as the Cats easily beat North Melbourne by 62 points at GMHBA Stadium.

Shoulder injury ends Saints star Max King's AFL season

Another serious shoulder injury will sideline Max King for the rest of the AFL season in a huge setback for St Kilda as they chase a finals berth.

Caravan park insurability shifts goalposts for retirees

As caravan parks across the country struggle to find insurance, tens of thousands of Australians who call them home are wondering what the future holds.

Market forces blamed for $12m in project boss salaries

Victoria is paying more than a dozen road and rail project bosses above the maximum recommended package but the state government has defended the salaries.

Surge in young children being targeted by cyber bullies

The eSafety Commissioner's latest report shows a rapidly rising number of cyber bullying complaints from children aged under 14.

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