Tourist rescued after 20ft cliff fall at Australian beach
A 25-year-old Austrian tourist was winched to safety after falling from a cliff at Bushrangers Bay. Read the full details of the dramatic rescue mission.
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England end 15-year wait for away Ashes Test victory
Monty Panesar praises Ben Stokes's resilience as England secure a consolation Ashes win in Melbourne. Read how the captain overcame immense pressure to lead his side to victory.
England's first Ashes win in Australia for 15 years
Monty Panesar hails Ben Stokes's mental toughness as England secure a historic Test victory in Melbourne, ending a 15-year drought on Australian soil. Read the full analysis.
Hanukkah car fire in St Kilda investigated as hate crime
Victoria Police are investigating a car fire in Melbourne's St Kilda during Hanukkah as a potential hate crime. The vehicle was covered in antisemitic graffiti.
Record Boxing Day Test Crowd at MCG Underlines Festival Status
A record 85,000 fans packed the MCG for the Boxing Day Test, transforming the cricket match into a vibrant cultural festival. Discover how tradition and spectacle converged in Melbourne.
Car with Hanukkah sign firebombed in Melbourne
A car displaying a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was firebombed in Melbourne on Christmas Day, escalating fears in the Jewish community. Read the latest on this suspected antisemitic attack.
Melbourne 'Happy Chanukah' car firebombed in suspected hate crime
A vehicle displaying a 'Happy Chanukah' billboard was set alight in St Kilda East, Melbourne, in a suspected antisemitic attack on Christmas morning. Police are searching for a suspect.
Five Legendary Boxing Day Ashes Tests in History
Relive five unforgettable Boxing Day Ashes Tests that defined cricket history, featuring heroics from Ian Botham, Kevin Pietersen, and Shane Warne. Discover the drama that unfolded.
Inside the Christmas Day hustle of OnlyFans creators
Two OnlyFans creators, Emily Mai and Alix Lynx, reveal how they balance festive family time with their adult content work, earning up to six figures a month without taking a day off. Discover their unique holiday routines.
Todd Murphy Recalled for Fourth Ashes Test at MCG
Spinner Todd Murphy replaces the injured Nathan Lyon in Australia's squad for the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Captain Pat Cummins is rested. Get the full team news and analysis.
Victoria Police get new powers to ban protests
Victoria Police have been granted new powers to ban protests for up to a month, following the Bondi terror attack. The laws will be in effect for the Boxing Day Test. Read the full details.
Australia's Christmas Weather: Heatwaves and Chilly Temps
Australia faces a weather split this Christmas, with severe heatwaves on the Queensland-NSW border and Melbourne bracing for its coldest Christmas Day since 2006. Get the full forecast.
Driving Examiner Shortage Causes 22-Week Test Waits
A mass exodus of DVSA driving examiners and a flawed booking system have created a national crisis, with average test waits hitting 22 weeks. Discover why the government's 7-week target is now delayed until 2027.
No verdict in trial over 2018 gang shooting of teen
A jury has been discharged after failing to reach verdicts in the trial of Michael Clarke, accused of murdering 17-year-old Tanesha Melbourne-Blake in a 2018 Tottenham drive-by shooting. The case will be retried.
AFL scion Tom Silvagni sentenced for rape
Tom Silvagni, son of Australian Rules football legend Stephen Silvagni, has been sentenced to six years and two months for the rape of a woman at his Melbourne home. Read the full court details.
Legal challenge to Melbourne CBD search zone laws
Organiser of Greedozer Invasion Day rally launches legal fight against Victoria's new CBD search powers. Could this set a precedent for protest rights in the UK? Read the full analysis.
Melbourne's $500k AI Comedy Robot Experiment
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
The UK citizenship test is a 'bad pub quiz'
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Neergaard-Petersen's Miracle Chip Wins Australian Open
Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen produced a stunning final-hole up-and-down to clinch the Australian Open, breaking Cameron Smith's heart. Rory McIlroy finishes 14th.
England on the Brink in Brisbane Test Match
England are staring down the barrel of defeat in the second Test against Australia in Brisbane. Resuming 43 runs behind with just four wickets left, their hopes now rest on Ben Stokes. Can he produce a miracle?
Melbourne reconsiders its Burke and Wills statue
Melbourne debates the fate of its oldest public monument, a statue of explorers Burke and Wills, prompting a critical re-examination of their disastrous 1860 expedition and its colonial legacy. Discover the full story.
Bakery's viral TikTok success leads to online abuse
Montmorency Bakehouse's wholesome social media fame was hijacked by racist and sexual harassment, forcing the family to take a stand. Discover their story.
DVSA Christmas and New Year test centre opening times
The DVSA has confirmed changes to driving and theory test centre hours over the festive period. Check the full list of dates to see if your test is affected.
Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball Tour Storms Melbourne
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.
Kendrick Lamar's Epic Melbourne Show with Doechii
Kendrick Lamar delivered a theatrical, pyrotechnic-filled spectacle at Melbourne's AAMI Park, supported by rap's rising star Doechii. Read our review of this extraordinary night.
Man from high-profile family guilty of digital rape
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been found guilty of digitally raping his friend's girlfriend. The jury heard he pretended to be her boyfriend in a dark bedroom.
Melbourne Metro Tunnel opens, shifting transport focus
The new Metro Tunnel in Melbourne has opened, promising better sustainable travel. A reader argues we must see metros as serving all travellers, not just commuters, to build world-class cities.
Australia's Four Changes for Second Ashes Test at Gabba
Australia captain Pat Cummins confirms four changes to the starting XI for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. Get the full team news and analysis ahead of the crucial Gabba clash.
Usman Khawaja Ruled Out of Second Ashes Test
Australia's Usman Khawaja is out of the Brisbane Ashes Test with a back injury, casting serious doubt over his Test cricket future. Read the full analysis.
State Library of Victoria job cuts spark outcry
The State Library of Victoria's plan to cut nearly 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians has provoked fierce criticism. Critics warn it undermines a vital public institution. Read more on the proposed changes.
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