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17th January 2025

AM Edition

Brighton locals’ fury over radio duo’s tennis ball ‘drop’ stunt

A Bayside tennis club has been embroiled in a stoush with furious locals after it signed on to host a Kyle and Jackie O competition where hundreds of tennis balls will be dropped f...

Cops refuse to fine drivers caught just over speed limit

Victorian drivers will escape without on-the-spot fines due to the police pay dispute – but there are fears motorists will be at risk of more serious consequences.

Woman to sue after alleged ‘brutal’ take-down by Myki officers

A childcare worker allegedly pinned to the ground and bruised by a group of “really aggressive” ticket inspectors at a train station in Melbourne’s west plans to sue the state gove...

Vukic hunting Aussie revenge in Melbourne Park Ashes showdown

Great Britain’s Jack Draper has already taken out one local hero at the Australian Open, now he’s out to make it two when he faces the rising star that is Aleksander Vukic.

Aussie states where teachers cash-in while pay gap explodes

Public schools in Australia are facing chronic staff shortages but not everyone is prepared to pay up to fill the vacancies. See where wages are best (and where they’re not).

Low-profile Melbourne crime boss flashes $1.6m watch

A 27-year-old underworld figure who stays off social media and is regarded as an “extremely clever guy” has had his staggering wealth highlighted in one photo.

US ‘confident’ ceasefire issues can be resolved, Israeli vote imminent

The US says that it is positive that a ceasefire in Gaza would move forward as Israel’s cabinet gets set to vote despite a “last minute crisis” and Hamas posts a shocking “pride” v...

Visionary filmmaker David Lynch dead at 78

Groundbreaking filmmaker David Lynch, known for Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, and Mulholland Drive, which made Naomi Watts a star, is dead at 78.

‘I can’t wait to leave my six-figure career’

Financial analyst Nicholas Cox says he knows his earning power is about to take a big hit. But he still can’t wait to become a teacher.

Serial animal-cruelty offender breaches another order

A serial animal abuser convicted of cruelty charges in NSW and Victoria has been seen with more than double the number of horses than she is allowed to keep.

Pro-Palestine protesters vow to push on with Melbourne rallies

Organisers of the Free Palestine movement are forging on with plans to expand their movement to disrupt Melbourne’s CBD despite news of a six-week ceasefire deal.

Packer, girlfriend score dinner invite to Trump them all

James Packer and his model girlfriend have dined with some of the world’s most powerful players, sharing a star-studded table with Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Brett Ratner.

‘Thanks for the pay cheque Australia:’ AO’s new villain unveiled

A provocative post-match interview has cemented Danielle Collins as the new villain of the Australian Open, after teasing local fans following her win over Destanee Aiava.

Shocking footage shows alleged Chapel St arsonist engulfed in flames

A frightening video has emerged of an alleged arsonist screaming in pain after trying to torch a Chapel St shop before being rushed to hospital with “catastrophic” injuries.

Banksia plants are native to which continent?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

Abbie in tears after ‘crumb’ confrontation

The media personality has been left in tears after a man approached her while she was working at the Australian Open.

Hurricanes fire as Heat’s Test spinner suffers injury

The Hurricanes retain top spot despite a Marnus Labuschagne half-century in his return for the Heat in a BBL match delayed by an electrical fire. And a member of the Test squad for...

‘Innocent’ house-sitting sister dies after wrong home firebombed

A 27-year-old woman believed to be house-sitting for her brother during his honeymoon has been killed in a house fire that police are treating as a ‘targeted attack’ gone wrong.

‘Life well lived’: Tributes flow for Quiksilver founder

The man who founded Quiksilver is being remembered for his innovation and his passion for surfing and his family after he died in Torquay.

Demon defends Kokkinakis after latest Aus Open clinic

Alex de Minaur has leapt to the defence of under siege Australian teammate Thanasi Kokkinakis, as the top seeded Aussie put on another clinic to book a spot in the third round.

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