East Gippsland Boy dies in firearm tragedy
A 12-year-old boy has been killed in what police are calling a firearm incident in East Gippsland.
Late mail Panic Room: Gibson’s sore finger, Wells watch
ALASTAIR Clarkson insists there is no issue with Josh Gibson, while North fans will be hoping for the same with Daniel Wells. Latest selection, SuperCoach and betting mail for Round 19.
‘Massive problem’ Group vows to block traffic in truck ban bid
FRUSTRATED residents are vowing to blockade traffic in the bid to force the State Government to ban trucks on neighbourhood streets in Melbourne’s inner west.
Iconic role Neighbours’ Mrs Mangel dies
VIVEAN Gray, the actress known to millions for her role as stickybeak Ramsay Street resident Mrs Mangel in Neighbours, has died aged 92
Baffling laws Council madness has gone too far
SOCIETY needs rules but some officious councils enforce laws that defy logic, baffle residents and deserve to be laughed at, writes Susie O’Brien.
Knickers nicked Panty thief sorry for sordid spree
A NOTORIOUS panty thief who repeatedly stole women’s underwear from backyards has apologised for his perverted spree.
Barefoot investor Is it really that easy to be your own boss?
EVER thought about flipping your boss the bird and doing your own thing? One in three Aussies want to be their own boss, but there are a few things to keep in mind, writes Scott Pape.
Plane mystery MH370 wing part’s crucial clues
THE largest piece of MH370 debris recovered to date could provide vital information about the ill-fated, missing flight’s final moments.
US shooting Double police shooting in San Diego
TWO San Diego police officers have been shot and locals have been told to stay indoors while a manhunt is underway to find an accomplice after one suspect was caught.
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Legal row Telstra wins Olympics case on Rio TV ad
THE Australian Olympic Committee has lost its Federal Court case against Telstra over an alleged breach of rules in its “I go to Rio” campaign.
Knickers nicked Panty thief sorry for sordid spree
A NOTORIOUS panty thief who repeatedly stole women’s underwear from backyards has apologised for his perverted spree.
Celeb pals Bindi Irwin gushes over Ariel Winter
BINDI Irwin has praised Ariel Winter’s body confidence, describing the Modern Family star as “one of the strongest women I know”.
Fashion Ariel bares her butt in tiny shorts
ARIEL Winter loves flaunting what she’s got lately. But she’s had some close calls while rocking some seriously tiny denim shorts.
Retail Myer ushers in store of the future
MYER chief Richard Umbers says the road to recovery for the nation’s biggest department store chain will not be easy but there are clear signs it is on the right track.
In My Opinion Change needed to stop home dream dying
HOME ownership is a key goal for many Australians. Owning a home signifies stability, security and comfort; a personal safe haven in which one can seek shelter and feel completely at ease.
Political Rudd is still bad news for Turnbull
KEVIN Rudd is no longer a headache in federal politics, yet the controversy over his bid for the UN top job is a headache of a different kind for Malcolm Turnbull, writes Ellen Whinnett.
Australian-made Buy Aussie and you invest in our future
WITH Ford going as an Aussie manufacturer and Toyota and Holden to follow, plus imported ingredients in our food, have we given up buying local, asks Tom Elliott.
Property goss Want to buy Peter Siddle’s place?
TAKE a peek inside the home of Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle and fiancee Anna Weatherlake ahead of its August auction.
Auction preview Auction for old Gentleman’s Club apartments
AUCTION numbers will spring back up in Melbourne this weekend, with a pair of apartments inside a former Gentleman’s Club on Flinders St among the offerings.
NBN How the NBN really hurts Telstra
THE completion of the National Broadband Network will shave $2 to $3 billion annually from Telstra’s earnings, according to a major credit ratings agency.
Marina Joyce Video that sparked global panic
WHEN Marina’s fans saw her latest ad, they thought it wasn’t right. This is what happens when speculation turns into mass hysteria.
Robo-cash Kochie’s guide to robo-investing
INSTEAD of sitting down with a real person to get advice on how to invest your money, Kochie explains how you can do it all online.
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‘I got quite drunk and I messed up’
AN Australian arrested for after streaking at a cricket match has spoken from a Sri Lankan jail, saying he regrets “messing up” and now fears for his safety.
Insta’glam’ block at job interviews
THE Instagram trend of extremely heavy makeup could be a handicap when young women go for job interviews.
Teen thug denied bail after crime spree
A TEEN is accused of being involved in a hit-run and a critical freeway smash in stolen vehicles in a litany of crimes causing scared residents to arm themselves, a court has heard.
What it really means to be an organ donor
KEN didn’t realise he was having a heart attack on his morning jog and was surprised to learn it was caused by kidney failure. He now lives via dialysis while he patiently waits for a lifesaving transplant.
SuperCoach: Is it time to trade Libba?
EARLIER in the season, Tom Liberatore was one of the most popular picks in SuperCoach. Now, though, we’re stuck. PLUS best trade and captain picks.
Family tree change for twin Judd’s arrival
REBECCA and Chris Judd have bought a Mornington Peninsula property as a family sanctuary after the arrival of their twin boys, as Rebecca disappears from our screens on maternity leave.
Feeling unhappy? Your marriage is on track
TRAVELLING pop-philosopher Alain de Botton says when you get married and your partner makes you feel “understood in 60 per cent of your soul”, it’s not a sign your marriage isn’t right, it’s a sign it’s normal.
Tech blunder prevents attempted rape plea
A YOUNG man has been prevented from formally pleading guilty to the attempted rape of a pregnant woman on a Brunswick bike path because of yet another court technology blunder.
Secret police maps show crime hot spots
SECRET police maps show Melbourne neighbourhoods near major road and rail lines are being terrorised by youth gangs like Apex. | SEE THE MAPS
Melbourne jet in frightening near miss
A MELBOURNE flight has been involved in a hair-raising airport near miss. A probe is underway into how two jets came to be twice as close as rules allow, forcing one pilot to take evasive action.
Sky rail construction nears starting line
RESIDENTS are bracing for two years of sky rail construction chaos, with one claiming “no-one knows anything that’s going on” despite major work starting within weeks.
Tips to keeping a tidy home office
HAVING a well-designed and functional home office will make working a lot more productive and enjoyable (and add value to the home, too).
Three hours is all it takes to get Cured
THERE are concerts, and then there’s The Cure. The British band regularly play three-hour shows, and look like they would happily keep going if it wasn’t for those pesky curfews.
Turnbull Cabinet splits over Rudd’s UN bid
MALCOLM Turnbull has been hit by a Cabinet rebellion after key ministers refused to support former prime minister Kevin Rudd’s bid to become the next head of the United Nations.
Nankervis proud to pass the baton
IAN Nankervis reserves high praise for games record-breaker Corey Enright while Bill Goggin compares him to Team of the Century member Bernie Smith.
Buy Aussie and you invest in our future
WITH Ford going as an Aussie manufacturer and Toyota and Holden to follow, plus imported ingredients in our food, have we given up buying local, asks Tom Elliott.
Farnham’s life story to be told ... eventually
AUSTRALIA’S favourite singer John Farnham wants his life story told — but only after he has dearly departed.
Man quizzed in Tyrrell case on sex charge
A KEY person of interest in one of Australia’s most baffling missing children cases raped a young Victorian girl more than 30 years ago, police say.
Dockers, Magpies top 2016 hurt ladder
FREMANTLE are in a class of their own when it comes to injuries in 2016 but the “hurt ladder” also shines on Collingwood. WHERE DOES YOUR CLUB RANK?
Boomer’s long sleeves to honour Tuck
BRENT Harvey will wear long sleeves on Saturday night - a tribute to the man whose name he will replace in the record books.
Hoods not used on our juvenile prisoners
VICTORIAN adult prisoners can be forced to wear the so-called “spitter hoods” used by guards at a Northern Territory youth detention centre.
Parents upset over how schools handle bullies
PARENTS whose children are bullied often believe the school is letting them down — and it’s making some “steaming mad”.
Drug trial aimed at stopping Alzheimer’s
AN Australian-developed drug designed to limit production of a stress hormone is to be trialled as a means of halting the impact of Alzheimer’s disease.
Renewable energy calls for states to unite
STATE government plans to boost renewable energy must be harmonised to ensure electricity prices don’t rise, according to new Environment and Energy Minister Josh Frydenberg.
Co-eds outclassed but same-sex schools cost
EXCLUSIVE: SINGLE-sex schools are outclassing their co-ed counterparts in VCE results — but are blowing a larger hole in parents’ finances in the process.
Record fines for business safety failings
EXCLUSIVE: A RECORD number of reckless Victorian businesses and individuals are being prosecuted for workplace safety breaches, latest statistics reveal.
Jail for fraudster in dodgy arcade bid
A DELUDED conman who attempted to buy Melbourne’s Block Arcade for over $100 million using dodgy documents could be free in a little over a year.
Australia’s tourism worker shortage
LOW pay, long hours and no future? The hospitality industry wants Aussies to change their attitude to working in tourism to help them and our economy.
Seedy CBD cesspit set for overhaul
EXCLUSIVE: A seedy and crime-ridden Melbourne CBD gateway is set for a major clean-up that would ban cars and revitalise it. Do you agree with the plan?
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Three hours is all it takes to get Cured
THERE are concerts, and then there’s The Cure. The British band regularly play three-hour shows, and look like they would happily keep going if it wasn’t for those pesky curfews.
TFIF: Thank Friday It’s Friday
TFIF: Thank Friday It’s Friday: Five Viral Videos from Motoki Maxted, a Splendour sprain, Skolling beer in Japan, Ninja Snorkelling and two old bulldogs
Melbourne tops for holidays
VICTORIANS are blessed with holiday options from beaches to snowfields, wineries and fine country dining but Melbourne is the state’s top holiday destination. More Victorians are likely to holiday in their capital city than any other state in Australia.
Would you tuck into a possum pie?
POSSUM, emu, crocodile — there’s all sorts of exotic meat on the menu when this West Melbourne pub’s weekly “roadkill” night takes over the kitchen.
Forget Struggle Street, this is Eat Street
THINK you know Sunshine? Think again. It’s colourful, diverse and delicious. Here’s the top ten things to try in Melbourne’s once-maligned western suburb.
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