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16th February 2025

AM Edition

Ousted Patton set to face music in defiant return to work

Departing police chief Shane Patton is set to return to work on Monday despite an overwhelming no-confidence vote, as insiders fear he could “unload” on the Allan government.

The AFL’s bold strategy to crack record 10 million fans revealed

The AFL has launched an ambitious plan to lure 10 million footy fans through the gates this year — including adding new “mega events” into the footy fixture to drive up numbers. Wi...

Victorians can pick name for state’s newest toll road, but there’s a catch

Victorians will have the chance to name the new $10.2bn West Gate Tunnel, but the Allan government has plans in place to avoid a “Boaty McBoatface” debacle.

New ‘woke’ rules for sport clubs, community groups slammed

New changes to eligibility have been blasted as “ridiculous” as sport club owners and community groups are left in the dark over what they can receive federal funding for.

New poll: Coalition in striking distance in 20 key marginal seats

A new poll, which is an Australian first, has revealed how Peter Dutton is gaining ground but still has a fight on his hands to beat Anthony Albanese. See the results, video and ha...

‘A fail is a fail’: What polling reveals about Albo and Dutton

Voters think Anthony Albanese has been away with the fairies. But he’s still in with a chance, and Peter Dutton still has more work to do to close the gap at the polls, argues Jame...

Patton’s downfall: What really went wrong for the top cop

Soon-to-be former top cop Shane Patton has faced a raft of challenges during his tenure, starting with the Covid pandemic. So when did it all start go downhill? Read the inside sto...

10-minute hack to healthy meals that will save you money

One of Australia’s leading nutritionists has shared how to make healthier meals that keep weight off, and will help you save money in the long run.

‘I’ve lost my home’: New aged crisis as waitlists explode

John Martin OAM is 90 and has nowhere to go after his aged care home shuts. He’s one of thousands who are in limbo as waitlists of elderly people needing care explode. See the vide...

‘Where is the Premier?’: Allan blasted after shock ousting of Victoria’s top cop

Opposition Leader Brad Battin has lashed Jacinta Allan for not fronting the media after a crushing vote of no confidence in Chief Commissioner Shane Patton — saying the top cop is ...

Fed-up Victorian teachers gearing up for pay fight with Allan govt

Victorian teachers are preparing for a fight with the state government over demands for a “crisis catch-up” pay rise of up to 30 per cent which could add $1.5bn to the state’s publ...

‘Sad day for tennis’: Kyrgios takes aim after Sinner doping ban

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has accepted an immediate three-month doping ban, but outspoken Australian star Nick Kyrgios has slammed the outcome.

Vic Libs unveil plan to steal major golf tournament from Adelaide

Victorian deputy Liberal leader Sam Groth has launched an audacious bid to bring LIV Golf to Melbourne, hoping to steal the major event from Adelaide.

Feuding footy stars set to join forces for new Ch7 show

Footy favourites Daisy Thomas and Kane Cornes are tipped to join forces on Seven’s new footy show The Agenda Setters — destined to make headlines following their spicy spat last ye...

‘Half his usual self’: Israeli hostage forced to hold item on stage

One of the three hostages freed by Hamas has been forced to hold an hourglass with a message, as Israel said it is working with the US to get all of its hostages out of Gaza as “qu...

Price: Patton now Allan’s sacrificial lamb amid Vic’s law and order dramas

Shane Patton tried to be the top cop, the tough cop, the bloke in charge of all of Victoria Police — but he also tried to play politics, and in the end it was the politics that bur...

‘Drive me crazy’: Olympian ties the knot in Melbourne V-Day celebration

Triple Olympian turned Australian Survivor contender Morgan Mitchell has commemorated Valentine’s Day with the ultimate celebration.

Caddy-Kako combo thrills as Dons’ SSP hopeful blitzes Dogs

Could Nate Caddy and Isaac Kako form the game’s next great tall-small forward partnership? Bombers fans will be dreaming big. ED BOURKE has match notes from the Dons-Dogs hitout.

‘I have no doubt we will win’: Dutton’s bold declaration on election eve

With a federal election expected to be called any day now, the man who wants to be Australia’s next prime minister tells Frances Whiting in an exclusive interview the ‘underdog’ LN...

Melbourne Zoo investigates sudden death of beloved gorilla Kimya

The Melbourne Zoo community has been left “heartbroken” following the death of “wonderful” western lowland gorilla Kimya who passed away unexpectedly on Saturday.

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