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Firefighters, farmers in 11th-hour bid to scuttle levy

Firefighters, farmers in 11th-hour bid to scuttle levy

Protesters have heaped fresh pressure on a state premier and treasurer to dump an expanded emergency services levy ahead of it being put to a final vote.

'Murdered and dumped': plea to crack 30-year cold case

'Murdered and dumped': plea to crack 30-year cold case

'Murdered and dumped': plea to crack 30-year cold case

'Murdered and dumped': plea to crack 30-year cold case

For decades, the identity of a man found dead after wandering suburban streets has been a mystery, but police hope a new image could lead to a breakthrough.

Plea for drivers to stop taking risks as deaths soar

Plea for drivers to stop taking risks as deaths soar

Plea for drivers to stop taking risks as deaths soar

Plea for drivers to stop taking risks as deaths soar

The road toll in one state spiked by 10 over a deadly Mother's Day weekend as authorities beg "entitled" motorists to stay safe.

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Train cash splash in budget amid state's tunnel vision

Train cash splash in budget amid state's tunnel vision

The Victorian government will set aside $727 million to run services through the $15 billion Metro Tunnel as part of a state budget cash injection.

Kylie's hotpants among new museum's national treasures

Kylie's hotpants among new museum's national treasures

Performance memorabilia from some of Australia's biggest stars will have a new home at The Australian Museum of Performing Arts, set to open in December.

Haynes slots seamlessly into new-look Blues AFL defence

Haynes slots seamlessly into new-look Blues AFL defence

Right from the start, Carlton defensive general Jacob Weitering has given new teammate Nick Haynes his tick of approval.

Paps puts hand up for Origin utility role with Blues

Paps puts hand up for Origin utility role with Blues

Ryan Papenhuyzen says he'd wear any number if it meant a State of Origin debut, with the flying fullback also nominating a Storm teammate for Blues selection.

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Cats back Blicavs after costly miss in tense GWS finish

Cats back Blicavs after costly miss in tense GWS finish

Cats back Blicavs after costly miss in tense GWS finish

Cats back Blicavs after costly miss in tense GWS finish

Mark Blicavs missed a crucial late shot at goal as Geelong suffered an agonising four-point home defeat to GWS in a classic AFL encounter.

Giants hail Hogan's heroics after epic win over Cats

Giants hail Hogan's heroics after epic win over Cats

Giants hail Hogan's heroics after epic win over Cats

Giants hail Hogan's heroics after epic win over Cats

Jesse Hogan kicked seven goals to help propel GWS to a fifth straight win at GMHBA Stadium, outlasting Geelong in a four-point thriller.

Offside goal helps Mariners stun City to make ALW final

Offside goal helps Mariners stun City to make ALW final

Offside goal helps Mariners stun City to make ALW final

Offside goal helps Mariners stun City to make ALW final

Central Coast have stunned Melbourne City 1-0 with a controversial winner from Isabel Gomez to reach the A-League Women grand final against Melbourne Victory.

Tigers hang on to keep Eagles winless in AFL

Tigers hang on to keep Eagles winless in AFL

Tigers hang on to keep Eagles winless in AFL

Tigers hang on to keep Eagles winless in AFL

A game-saving tackle by Tom Brown in the last minute has ensured Richmond beat West Coast by two points at the MCG.

Bellamy backs Papenhuyzen for NSW Origin call-up

Bellamy backs Papenhuyzen for NSW Origin call-up

Bellamy backs Papenhuyzen for NSW Origin call-up

Bellamy backs Papenhuyzen for NSW Origin call-up

Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy says superstar fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen, who scored four tries in their 64-0 romp over Wests Tigers, is Origin ready.

Bombers' Merrett cleared, stays eligible for Brownlow

Bombers' Merrett cleared, stays eligible for Brownlow

Bombers' Merrett cleared, stays eligible for Brownlow

Bombers' Merrett cleared, stays eligible for Brownlow

Essendon captain Zach Merrett has been cleared for high contact with Sydney defender Nick Blakey late in Saturday's narrow AFL win.

Paps helps Storm embarrass Tigers with fantastic four

Paps helps Storm embarrass Tigers with fantastic four

Paps helps Storm embarrass Tigers with fantastic four

Paps helps Storm embarrass Tigers with fantastic four

Melbourne have delivered an almost flawless 80 minutes, thrashing Wests Tigers 64-0 to underline their NRL premiership credentials.

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Cricket mourns death of Aussie Ashes icon Bob Cowper

Bob Cowper, the Australian Test cricketer who retired at age 28 then went on to become a multimillionaire in Monaco, has died.

Upgrades revved up for Australia's F1 Grand Prix venue

Formula One fans in Australia are set to flock to Melbourne for years to come, with upgrades coming to the Albert Park track to meet international standards.

Security scare as teenager brings weapons to AFL match

A teenager armed with a knife and fake gun has been busted trying to enter an AFL match, just weeks after two men were allegedly caught with genuine firearms.

Victory can show they are best team in A-League: Arzani

Daniel Arzani is unmoved by the challenge of downing Auckland in the A-League semi-finals, pointing to Victory's firepower as proof of their title credentials.

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Hawks' prep work for Top End raid starts early

Hawthorn will head to Darwin with an extended squad three days before their huge AFL clash with fellow premiership hopefuls Gold Coast.

ACL fears for debutant Hayes in Bombers' thrilling win

Debutant Lewis Hayes is set to become Essendon's fourth season-ending injury after hurting his knee in the Bombers' tense eight-point win over Sydney.

Jack of all trades exceeding Hawk coach's expectations

Hawthorn made Melbourne pay for their inaccuracy in front of goal, kicking clear in the final term at the MCG as veteran forward Jack Gunston fired.

Lions turning around 'patchy' start to AFL season

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan believes the Lions are starting to find their best form after a patchy beginning to their AFL premiership defence.

Lowe double puts Victory on a high and into grand final

Rachel Lowe has scored a double to help lift Melbourne Victory to a 3-1 win over Adelaide United and seal a spot in the A-League Women grand final.

Rioli threats saga no distraction as Cats face Giants

Willie Rioli's fiery exchange with Brad Close has been in the spotlight this week but Geelong insist it has not been a distraction ahead of the clash with GWS.

'It was hard': Pole reflects on Storm snubbing

Wests Tigers are facing off with Stefano Utoikamanu for the first time but there's a world where Fonua Pole is also lining up for Melbourne this week.

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