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13th January 2025

PM Edition

Kyrgios fuels war with Sinner just hours out from Aus Open return

His return to the Australian Open is just hours away, but Nick Kyrgios is still worried about his war of words with reigning champion Jannik Sinner. FOLLOW DAY TWO ACTION LIVE.

Essendon legend James Hird splits from wife

High-profile couple James Hird and wife Tania have separated after 27 years of marriage, with the ex-Bombers coach moving out of the Toorak family home.

The 47 Victorian educators who faced disciplinary action in 2024

The teacher watchdog took disciplinary action against 47 educators last year, including 28 teachers and principals who were suspended on an interim basis.

Maria Thattil sets record straight about split from Moana Hope

Former Miss Universe Australia Maria Thattil has addressed break-up rumours with former AFLW star Moana Hope.

‘Ashamed’: Dutton’s Australia Day call

Peter Dutton has doubled down on an Australia Day election promise, claiming the PM had signalled to councils the day is “something to be ashamed of”.

Dozens of Victorian councils to ignore Australia Day

Despite new data showing most Aussies want to celebrate January 26, more than 30 per cent of Victoria’s councils will ignore the national day. See what your council is doing.

Test cult hero, discard on standby for shock Champs Trophy call-ups

Sydney red-ball sensation Beau Webster, and the man he replaced for the fifth India Test, are in the frame for a one-day call-up if Australia makes a late change to its Champions T...

‘Anyone can beat her’: Trump ‘reveals’ what he and Obama said

President-elect Donald Trump has posted a hilarious ‘inside scoop’ on his private conversation with former President Barack Obama at Jimmy Carter’s funeral. See the video.

Illicit contraband ‘blows’ up trainee firefighter’s program

New recruits at FRV appear to be getting a bit more than they bargained for, with a group recently forced to abandon an exercise after stumbling upon a stash of hidden contraband.

‘Jewish community isn’t political bait’: Battin hits back at neo-Nazi jab

Opposition Leader Brad Battin has fired back at remarks made by a senior Allan government minister over claims he failed to unequivocally condemn neo-Nazis at a rally last year.

‘Vibe shift’: Poll reveals support for Australia Day

A new poll shows it is “clear that mainstream Australians have had a gutful” of anti-Australia Day sentiments, with a majority supporting celebrating our national day on January 26...

Melbourne family turns carpark into payday

An off-street carpark has made a Melbourne family’s house hot property for families and tradies working on nearby projects. Find out how they’re cashing in.

Teenagers busted with gun at Fountain Gate shopping centre

Two 17-year-old boys have been caught with a gun, ammunition, knife and drugs after police were called with the Fountain Gate shopping centre in Narre Warren in Melbourne’s southea...

LA fires: Fireworks could be to blame as death toll rises

Fireworks lit by “idiots” has been touted as the possible cause of the Palisades Fire, as the number of people confirmed dead in the devastating blazes has jumped. Follow updates.

Nurse outed for kissing and cuddling vulnerable patient

A Melbourne nurse has beens outed for kissing and cuddling a vulnerable female patient after bombarding her with Facebook messages, asking “ya sleep naked much?”.

‘What’s wrong with them?’ Trump slams leaders over LA fires

Donald Trump has lashed out at California officials over their “incompetent” response to the devastating Los Angeles wildfires that are still raging out of control.

Track Watch: Petracca up and running days after cracking ribs

Christian Petracca’s pre-season took a major hit at Dees training last Friday, but the superstar midfielder appears to have shaken off his latest rib injury as Melbourne hit the tr...

Ladder predictor: Hawks’ fast start, Crows ease pressure on Nicks

The AFL went all in on Hokball with its prime time fixturing in 2025, and it appears to start the season they are going to be rewarded. Simeon Thomas-Wilson predicts who starts hot...

Boy, 15, arrested over machete carjacking attack in St Kilda

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested after a man was struck in the head with a machete during a carjacking at the Carlisle St and Barkly St intersection.

‘Clearly, it’s not working’: Big issue with Victoria’s sobering up centres

The state government has budgeted $79m to run the facilities in Collingwood, St Kilda and Shepparton but new figures highlight a major concern.