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12th February 2025

AM Edition

‘Sorry’: Sam Kerr speaks after jury reaches verdict

Sam Kerr has made a public statement after the jury finally came to a verdict on the Matildas star’s racial harassment charge following a week-long trial at a London court.

Sam Kerr’s foul-mouthed tirade will long haunt her

Sam Kerr has received her legal verdict. But it is arguably in the court of public opinion where she will face the biggest consequences, writes Europe correspondent Sophie Elsworth...

Top moments from Sam Kerr trial and full arrest video

Sam Kerr’s trial is finally over. Discover the twists and turns of the case and watch the full arrest video as seen by the London court where the Matildas star appeared.

Lives lost, more at risk as ambo crisis worsens

Whistleblowers have lifted the lid on Ambulance Victoria’s toxic culture, with paramedics concerned “the service is crumbling” and people’s lives are being put at risk.

Wilma died after a two-hour wait for an ambulance. Her family wants the system fixed

The death of a 94-year-old woman in Wangaratta who spent two hours in excruciating pain on a concrete floor has sparked a call for action.

First Nations Ambassador flies business class — again

Taxpayers have shelled out another $10,000 on more business-class flights for First Nations Ambassador Justin Mohamed. See where else he’s been and how much it costs.

Where Vic high school kids are ditching class in record numbers

Students are shirking class in record numbers, with public high school attendance plummeting to the worst levels in a decade. See where students took the most days off.

Hundreds of struggling Victorian manufacturers go bust

Victoria had the highest number of manufacturers going bust in 2024, new analysis shows, as businesses struggle with high taxes, energy costs and red tape.

Foundation shakers: Behind the biggest moves, trades this century

When the big names move clubs, it tips the AFL world on its head. JON RALPH picks out the 25 biggest trade and free agency moves of the 21st century. See the full list and have you...

‘Killing our market’: Trump aide’s trade blast for Australia

One of Donald Trump’s advisers has accused Australia of crushing America’s aluminium industry, threatening Anthony Albanese’s bid for an exemption from the President’s tariffs.

The bolter from the Blue? White cracks in at Carlton

Carlton VFL senior assistant coach Tom Langford says Will White’s football is much like his personality – full of energy. And the Blues may have a need for the speed of the Warrnam...

More than 4600 children injured at Victorian childcare services

More than 660 Victorian children were locked out or unaccounted for across the state’s childcare services last financial year, with more than 6100 serious incidents reported, a sho...

Terrorist who plotted to bomb MCG caught discussing ‘infidels’

The terrorist who plotted to blow up the MCG and Crown casino has escaped stricter supervision conditions despite meeting with a man jailed over a shootout with counter-terrorism p...

What to watch on TV and streaming this week

There’s more rich people behaving badly in the return of The White Lotus and a genre-bending new series is a must-see for the parents of teens and tweens.

In demand Pies star scares off potential future buyers

Chased by North Melbourne in the 2024 trade period, Pies star Brayden Maynard looked to be one to watch during this season. But not if you ask the man himself about his future.

Union boss to face civil trial over ‘ghost printing’ claims

Suspended union boss Diana Asmar is set to face a civil trial over allegations she transferred $2.8m to a printing business for services that were never provided.

In which month of 1963 was JFK assassinated?

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

319 bottles in six months: Heidelberg woman drinks herself to death

A Victorian coroner wants a curfew on alcohol deliveries from services such as UberEats and Jimmy Brings after a Heidelberg woman who drank herself to death ordered 319 bottles in ...

Hutchy stands by move to dump Lalor over Gaza retweets

SEN boss Craig Hutchison has further explained his decision to cut veteran cricket journalist Peter Lalor after a series of controversial social media posts.

Call for Newman’s AFL honours to be reviewed after neo-Nazi guests

Sam Newman drew condemnation for inviting neo-Nazis on his podcast. An activist believes the AFL and Geelong need to reconsider his Hall of Fame and legend status, and Newman has h...

First year wrap, contract latest: Where 2023 draft’s top 30 sit

With season two ahead, check out how the top 30 players picked in the 2023 AFL Draft are tracking — including a contract update.

Original home of iconic Falls Festival up for sale

The owners of Falls Festival’s home aren’t expecting an encore, after putting the property up for sale six years since it last hosted the world’s biggest music stars. See what it l...

Marnus to open? Gilly floats left-field choice for WTC Final

Adam Gilchrist believes Marnus Labuschagne could be a shock option to open the batting for Australia in the World Test Championship Final as he fights to save his career.

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