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19th December 2024

PM Edition

Symes sworn in as Treasurer as Allan cabinet winners and losers emerge

Victoria’s new Treasurer, Jaclyn Symes, has been sworn into the role at a ceremony at Government House as the winners and losers from Jacinta Allan’s biggest cabinet shake-up becom...

Another blow for Pesutto as court finalises damages bill

Just when the Liberal leader thought things couldn’t get worse after losing his defamation battle with Moira Deeming, the court has revised the amount of damages he has to pay her.

Nick Reece may face ‘conflict’ in Queen Victoria Market votes, trader claims

Queen Victoria Market is at a critical moment in its history but, thanks to a campaign donation, the Lord Mayor may have lost his power to vote on it, a market trader and former co...

The most staggering figure in the Billson’s rescue deal

The full details of a deal to keep Beechworth drinks maker Billson’s out of liquidation can now be revealed and one figure in particular jumps out.

Scotch's $1m man accused of being a ‘part-time principal’

The headmaster of prestigious private school Scotch College is facing criticism that he is spending more time in Sydney than in Melbourne.

Young tradie stabbed in horrific attack by packs of teens

An unsuspecting tradie violently stabbed in a random attack by up to 10 teens in Melbourne’s west believed he was going to die as paramedics raced him to hospital.

Jimmy Barnes learned there’s one thing better inside Pentridge

When Cold Chisel played a gig inside Pentridge Prison in 1982, Jimmy Barnes found out there was at least one thing that was better behind bars.

Dees injury shock: Gawn suffers painful pre-Christmas fracture

Melbourne captain Max Gawn is set to miss most of January after suffering a painful blow in the final week of pre-season training before Christmas.

House fire across the road from firebombed synagogue

A man has suffered burns in a blaze opposite the Adass Israel synagogue in Ripponlea that was torched in what has been declared a terrorist attack.

Freed Bali Nine member set for multimillion-dollar beach move

A member of the infamous Bali Nine is set to move into a multimillion-dollar Torquay beachside property after serving almost two decades behind bars for drug smuggling.

‘Really serious fire’: Communities warned to be ready for Grampians blaze

A raging bushfire at the Grampians National Park remains out of control and neighbouring communities have been warned to stay on high alert over coming days as hot, dry conditions ...

‘Disturbing’ rise in repeat offenders as youth crime spikes, home invasions soar

Police “don’t stand a chance” against the surge in Victoria’s youth crime, union boss Wayne Gatt has said, with nine child and youth offenders being arrested daily and home invasio...

New theory on how Aussies fell ill as Fiji wants warning axed

A new theory has emerged on how four Aussie fell ill after drinking cocktails at a Fiji resort as a local tourism boss has pleaded with the Australian government to remove its warn...

Set up to fail? Every AFL club’s nightmare 2025 fixture slot

When the 2025 fixture arrived, most looked straight at the marquee games, but every club footy boss went for the day breaks between clashes. Which game is your team set up to fail ...

Popular burger shack targeted by machete-wielding thief

A popular burger joint in Melbourne’s north has been targeted by a machete-wielding thief, leaving staff traumatised.

Accused Moonee Ponds meat cleaver stabber denied bail

A Kensington woman accused of stabbing a retired university professor with a meat cleaver before allegedly unleashing it on an Uber delivery driver has been denied bail.

2000+ homes: The ultimate guide to Victoria’s Christmas lights

It’s that time of year, when homes sparkle with Christmas cheer. Wondering where to look at the lights in your area? We have you covered with our statewide map.

Club owner rocked by Raygun’s legal demand

Rachael ‘Raygun’ Gunn has sparked a fierce social media storm with her latest move going down like a lead balloon.

‘You have to be approved’: Tight bond of Melbourne’s most glamorous family

They’re Melbourne’s most glamorous quartet and they boast some star connections, and now Melissa Rosich and her daughters have opened up on their bond.

Man who hacked his wife to death jailed for 37 years

A remorseless killer who brutally murdered his wife with an axe in front of his own children at their Sandhurst home will spend at least 30 years behind bars.