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6th October 2024

AM Edition

Deadly spider venom may prove a lifesaver for heart attacks, strokes

It’s one of the world’s deadliest spiders, but now researchers expect the funnel-web could save “thousands of lives” after uncovering the untapped power of its venom.

Defiant Pesutto going nowhere

Victorian Opposition Leader John Pesutto says he will not give up the top job as long as there’s “breath in his lungs”, despite a gruelling high-stakes defamation battle with exile...

Mentone Girls’ Grammar hit with string of shocking allegations

Mentone Girls’ Grammar staff say their school is in “freefall” after a series of shocking claims, including allegations that reports of inappropriate sexual behaviour by a staff me...

‘Significant’ response: Israel warns Iran, fleeing Aussies land in Cyprus

As Israel plans a “serious” retaliation against Iran, “relieved” Australians fleeing Lebanon on the first of two mercy flights have landed in Cyprus. See photos, video.

Survivor shares terrifying first-hand account of Oct 7 music festival massacre

One year ago, David Bromberg was running for his life as terrorists unleashed on festival-goers in Israel. Now, he’s ready to share how he escaped, recounting the day that will hau...

Push for new laws enforcing smoke alarms in Victorian bedrooms

Firefighters are pushing the Allan government to introduce legislation that would make it a crime for new properties not to be fitted with a working smoke detector in all bedrooms.

Meet the miracle teachers bringing school to Victoria’s sickest kids

Kids fighting health conditions at The Royal Children’s Hospital are getting the chance to continue their school studies from their hospital beds — all thanks to these incredible ...

‘We must do more’: Plea for change after stepfather’s death

Family violence campaigners are calling for police to intervene sooner with alleged perpetrators after a Hillside father was stabbed to death before his step son was shot by police...

Vic taxpayers slugged millions of dollars for policing of pro-Palestine rallies

The whopping cost of policing Melbourne’s 52 pro-Palestine rallies has been revealed as the city marks one year since the first protest — and the demonstrations are far from over.

Axe-wielding tobacco store owner fights back against intruder

A tobacco shop owner armed with an axe has been filmed fighting back against a man allegedly breaking into his Flemington store in the wake of a previous reported extortion attempt...

Lucky 13? How Suns can unlock Trade Period — again

Gold Coast holds the keys to another AFL Trade Period as the opening day of official dealing approaches, with its first-round pick set to shape the fates of several clubs — and key...

McRae’s pointed message as Richards’ trade D-Day nears

Collingwood coach Craig McRae left Joe Richards in no doubt about where he thinks his future lies, publicly addressing the small forward’s future at the Magpies’ best-and-fairest c...

Kath & Kim’s Jane Turner lists Melbourne mansion

Kath & Kim star, comedian and actor Jane Turner, has listed her rather effluent Elwood mansion for sale. Grab some cardonnay and take a squiz at the home’s impressive fretful i...

Stripped-back Nadia set to wow Melbourne commuters in lingerie ads

Nadia Bartel says she’s embracing body positivity and a new-found confidence as she strips off in a sizzling new lingerie campaign.

‘Heartbreaking’: Why Tina Arena’s son left Australia

She has made headlines for her comments about lockdown, and now pop icon Tina Arena has revealed her teenage son left the country for Paris three years ago.

Loved ones of murdered man Robert Issa tell of desperate search for answers

The loved ones of a bikie-linked figure gunned down in a brazen daylight attack at Craigieburn Central shopping centre have been left devastated without answers over his public sla...

Inside the new generation of Melbourne gang feuds

Big personalities and competition for even bigger money are a complex and volatile mix, which has sparked conflict on the streets of Melbourne.

David Speirs’ house raided by SA Police

Police have raided the home of the former Liberal leader in the wake of explosive footage appearing to show him snorting a white powder.

‘I froze ... 50 men wanted me’: Sabrina’s forced marriage hell

Raped, beaten, kept as a domestic slave – these are the hidden horrors of forced marriages happening in Australia and the nightmare Sabrina fought so desperately to avoid.

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