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26th February 2025

AM Edition

‘Pushed until they vomit’: Parents sound whistle on school rowing programs

Students are being pushed to their physical and mental limits in school rowing programs, with parents lifting the lid on the “win at all costs” culture following the shock death of...

Roads repaired, airport rail hope in Labor cash splash to woo voters

Suburban roads in dire need of repair will be fixed under a new $1.2bn landmark partnership between the federal and state governments – with Anthony Albanese also set to commit mor...

$4.70 for a pie: Marvel to increase food prices for footy season

Marvel Stadium’s price list for food and drinks has been announced, with footy fans set to get a taste of the “cheapest chips and pies in the AFL” - but they’ll still pay more than...

Kanye’s wife accused of ‘weird, anti-Semitic’ behaviour

A Yeezy employee has claimed Kanye West’s Australian wife Bianca Censori displayed ‘demonic and weird’ behaviour, asking employees about Jews.

Kako the Rising Star? Dons’ young guns fire in pre-season hitout

Essendon fans had resigned themselves to a long, painful season in 2025, but under Tuesday night lights in Geelong there was proof that there may be plenty to cheer for in some you...

Aussies drink New York bar dry in 5 hours

New York’s only Aussie bar ran out of beer on its opening night in a matter of hours – as its very famous owners revealed the one thing patrons won’t find at the boozer.

Why was a Virgin pilot first to flag Chinese ships firing off Australia?

A flotilla of three Chinese warships remains 296km east of Hobart as Defence officials and government ministers scramble to explain how a Virgin pilot was the first to warn they we...

‘Perilous’: Scott Morrison issues grim warning

With Beijing’s warships conducting live-fire drills in international waters off the Australian coast, former PM Scott Morrison has described the threat posed by China as “serious.”

‘Deceitful’: Coastal Victorian hotspot in jeopardy

Property owners in this beachside suburb are outraged after new planning laws accounting for climate change have ground most housing development to a halt. SEE WHY.

Future Victoria: From CBD parking lot to nightlife hotpot

Sydney restaurant king Justin Hemmes will transform an eight-storey Melbourne CBD carpark into a major entertainment hub with a boutique hotel, sky garden, shops, restaurants and b...

New laws coming March 1: How it will affect you

From March 1 onwards, some Aussies are getting access to more welfare payments and items on Medicare, among other changes. See what’s afoot.

Superman is said to be “faster than a speeding...” what?

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

13yo on bail before allegedly carjacking women at knifepoint

A young boy accused of threatening two women with a knife in a Cranbourne car park had only been out on bail for 12 days before he snuck out of home and allegedly terrorised the pa...

AFL snubs Hird-backed past player support group

A fresh independent support group for past players have been left disappointed after the AFL refused their invitation to attend an official event. See what was said here.

CFMEU officials turned to Gatto to ‘negotiate’

A report has found that when it came to trying to settle disputes among the union, Melbourne underworld figure Mick Gatto “came with the furniture of the job”.

‘Chairman Allan’: Opposition rips into Premier over townhouse push

Victoria’s opposition has savaged Jacinta Allan’s push to make the state the “townhouse capital of Australia”, accusing the Premier of stripping residents of housing choice and cou...

Formula 1 fans back on track for this year’s Melb Grand Prix

In a turnaround that will set Formula 1 fans’ hearts racing, the public will next month be allowed near their heroes on the Albert Park circuit post competition, after the practice...

Jim’s Game: St Patrick’s Day eve clash to honour Stynes

There’s a new fixture to look forward to on the AFL calendar. Jay Clark has the details on ‘Jim’s Game’, a celebration of the life and legacy of Melbourne legend Jim Stynes.

Haileybury teacher and VCE exam assessor suspended by regulator

A teacher from the prestigious private school is one of two educators to be suspended by the watchdog in the past week, bringing this year’s total to eight.

Bert Newton’s grandson smashes Olympian’s swim records

His grandfather won Gold Logies, his dad won Olympic medals, now this Melbourne schoolboy is making a splash as he continues his quest to the Australian swim team.

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