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HUNDREDS of police descended on White Night as violence threatened to break out at Federation Square amid a dispute between two youth groups. More than 20 arrests were made and a baseball bat was seized as police ushered teens out of the city.
Unprecedented Victoria’s plan to fight racial divide
CONCERNS about the threat of Muslim and far-right extremism have prompted an unprecedented state government push to stop Victorians from turning on each other.
Injured Teens slash woman at train station
THREE teenagers are on the run after a stabbing incident at Southern Cross station that left a young victim with slashes on her upper arm.
Blues hold narrow lead over Crows
CARLTON has held Adelaide goalless in the opening half at Thebarton Oval in the battle of AFLW unbeaten teams. JOIN OUR LIVE COVERAGE
GHB overdoses 40 revellers treated after festivals
UPDATE: Ambulance Victoria have treated close to 40 people after a spate of overdoses at two major events across Melbourne while a further 40 were arrested at Electric Parade dance festival.
Exclusive photos TV star Karl shows off new girlfriend
IT WAS a serendipitous way for Today show host Karl Stefanovic to confirm rumours surrounding his new romance — putting on a very public display yesterday with girlfriend Jasmine Yarbrough on Sydney Harbour.
Special report Hospitals turning into beds for boozers
DRUNKS are flooding hospital emergency departments taking up beds, hogging staff time — and doctors have had a guts’ full.
Light up White Night dazzles Melbourne
SATURDAY night is all right for lighting... and when a cooler than usual White Night flicked the switch to colour, the effects were bigger and brighter than ever. SEE THE VIDEO AND PICTURES.
Minogue speaks Kylie: Why I love to be in love
EXCLUSIVE: POP superstar Kylie Minogue has broken her silence on the demise of her engagement to English actor Joshua Sasse and her plans for a new album.
‘Premeditated attack’ Coward assault on prison guard
THIS is the face of a prison guard brutally bashed by a teen thug while trying to protect a colleague from out-of-control criminal youths rampaging at Barwon Prison.
Silent Hackett ‘Why would I speak to my brother?’
FRESH concerns for the wellbeing of Grant Hackett have emerged as the 36-year-old continues to refuse treatment for substance abuse issues.
RendezView What would a Bill Shorten Australia look like?
As the Turnbull government kicks more own goals, we should take a good hard look at what a Bill Shorten Australia would look like, writes Peta Credlin.
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Off to the races Students taught to gamble at school
STUDENTS as young as 15 are being taught gambling in maths classes in a move that experts warned could be harmful to pupils.
US TV ‘Mini-Steve Irwin’ wows Fallon
JIMMY Fallon couldn’t help but make the comparison with his late dad after Robert Irwin’s blistering Tonight Show debut.
Unhealthy pets Needs of ‘squishy-faced’ pets ignored
THEY may be among the cutest pets around, but flat-faced breeds like Persian cats are undergoing rehab and rehoming after suffering horrid neglect of their special needs.
Blues hold narrow lead over Crows
CARLTON has held Adelaide goalless in the opening half at Thebarton Oval in the battle of AFLW unbeaten teams. JOIN OUR LIVE COVERAGE
SuperCoach scores: Super Saturday
A SUPER Saturday of football has thrown up some intriguing SuperCoach scores for players to work through. SEE EVERY SCORE
Young star McGrath all smiles after JLT debut
ANDY McGrath’s week started with a surprise in his locker. It ended with a brilliant JLT Community Series debut. So how did the youngster evaluate his performance?
Hot start ‘He can be a game-wrecker’
THERE was plenty of talk in the lead up but Travis Cloke wasted no time showing exactly what he’s made of in his first outing for the Western Bulldogs.
Pearce leads Demons to win over Dogs
DAISY Pearce has led Melbourne to a crucial win over the Western Bulldogs at Whitten Oval, a victory that keeps the Demons’ AFLW season alive.
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Photo gallery World’s best wildlife photos named
THIS shot of a mother tiger and her cub rough-housing is one of several stunning images to win a gong in a prized wildlife photo competition.
Teen dies in ute rollover
A TEENAGE boy was killed when he was travelling in the back of a ute which rolled over in the Yarra Ranges overnight.
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Racecourse living Flemington apartment towers racing ahead
MAJOR housing developments at Flemington Racecourse are closer to be given the green light, but some of the apartment towers will be much smaller than first proposed.
GHB overdoses 40 revellers treated after festivals
UPDATE: Ambulance Victoria have treated close to 40 people after a spate of overdoses at two major events across Melbourne while a further 40 were arrested at Electric Parade dance festival.
Exclusive pictures White Night mayhem as youths face off
HUNDREDS of police swarmed White Night as violence threatened to break out at Federation Square amid a dispute between two youth groups. More than 20 arrests were made and a baseball bat was seized as police ushered teens out of the city.
‘Premeditated attack’ Coward assault on prison guard
THIS is the face of a prison guard brutally bashed by a teen thug while trying to protect a colleague from out-of-control criminal youths rampaging at Barwon Prison.
‘Premeditated attack’ Coward assault on prison guard
THIS is the face of a prison guard brutally bashed by a teen thug while trying to protect a colleague from out-of-control criminal youths rampaging at Barwon Prison.
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Repeated mistakes If Bill Shorten wins, we all lose
I DON’T know who is running the show in Canberra but it doesn’t seem they’re learning from their mistakes, writes Peta Credlin.
No excuse So sorry, Grant, no more last chances
WE’VE been pretty tolerant of Grant Hackett as he’s gone from swimming hero to flog but sorry mate, there won’t be any more last chances, writes Katie Bice.
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Unusual record Cricket rarity with two ties one day
IT WAS an unusual round of cricket in Melbourne’s north yesterday after not one, but two ties were recorded on the same day in the highest grade.
Arrest made Teen dies in ute rollover
A TEENAGE boy was killed when he was travelling in the back of a ute which rolled over in the Yarra Ranges overnight.
Unhealthy pets Needs of ‘squishy-faced’ pets ignored
THEY may be among the cutest pets around, but flat-faced breeds like Persian cats are undergoing rehab and rehoming after suffering horrid neglect of their special needs.
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Courage Art giving homeless a helping hand
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Fed up Broken glass litters trashed playground
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VCAT challenge Weekend wait for legal ruling
DAREBIN Council will find out in days if a last-ditch attempt to allow Boroondara councillor Coral Ross to run for president of the Municipal Association of Victoria is successful.
Solemn memorial Bialik’s Holocaust memorial now complete
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Living forest Flower power to spread the word
ST KILDA’S Acland Plaza will be bursting with colour when a living sunflower forest sprouts up next Sunday.
Road fatals Two people killed in road fatals
THE road toll has risen overnight after two people were killed in separate incidents during a horror night on Victorian roads.
Art show Young artists’ skills go on show
YOUNG artists like Sophie Chuahan have put their hearts and souls onto canvas for this exhibition.
Reptile season No rest for The Snake Hunter
SNAKES continue to slither in Melbourne’s northeast suburbs, many in more suburban patches like Ivanhoe and Rosanna.
Live stream Look me in the lens
AN auctioneer has called for bids from a smartphone on a tripod, but stopped short of requests to get on his hands and knees during a live-streamed auction.
Unnatural disasters Council to meet on drainage woes
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Top spot Eatery brings city eats to the east
THERE is a new eatery in the southeast sure to give diners a taste of the inner city. Have you been?
All the trimmings This could be Melb’s fanciest school fair
FEATURING celebrity chefs, dodgem cars and a giant slide, this Melbourne school’s fair is one you won’t want to miss.
Ban fears Anger as truck ban moves noise problem
A CURFEW designed to keep trucks off suburban streets in Melbourne’s north has only resulted in the problem being pushed to neighbouring suburbs.
Doors open Whittlesea police station to remain
VICTORIA Police has reaffirmed its commitment to the Whittlesea police station, confirming it will not be shut down.
Reptile season No rest for The Snake Hunter
SNAKES continue to slither in Melbourne’s northeast suburbs, many in more suburban patches like Ivanhoe and Rosanna.
Poor form Unholy act as burglars target church
CROOKS have stolen food cards and charity vouchers meant for the needy from a northern suburbs church in a string of burglaries which parishioners say is “getting beyond a joke”.
Sod turned New Kyneton Primary School on way
KYNETON’S new $11.5 million primary school will include state-first architecture to meet the varied learning needs of 300 pupils.
Housing plans Racecourse housing a step closer
PLANS to rezone two parcels of land for housing at the edge of a premier Melbourne racecourse have been given the tick of approval, but the towers won’t be as high as originally thought.
Dog skills Guide dog training HQ set for revamp
TRAIN carriages, a mock cafe and escalators will be part of a major overhaul at Seeing Eye Dogs Australia’s training hub in Kensington.
Unhealthy pets Needs of ‘squishy-faced’ pets ignored
THEY may be among the cutest pets around, but flat-faced breeds like Persian cats are undergoing rehab and rehoming after suffering horrid neglect of their special needs.
Arrest made Teen dies in ute rollover
A TEENAGE boy was killed when he was travelling in the back of a ute which rolled over in the Yarra Ranges overnight.
‘Great benefit’ Caravan plan a $1.2m ‘ghost town’ boost
A COLDSTREAM farmer has defended plans to open an economy-boosting caravan park in the “dying town”, amid fears it will be an eyesore and kill the area’s “country appeal”.
Oh my dog Pup nuptials? Yes, it’s fur real
FANCY marrying off your beloved pooch? Throwing them a “barkday” party? Then a quirky new cafe in Melbourne’s outer east will have you barking up the right tree.
Crackdown Hoons on fast track to fines
POLICE are cracking down on weekend hoon gatherings in Greater Dandenong, impounding cars and handing out penalty notices.
Brewery plan ‘We keep knocking people back’
OWNERS of a Carrum Downs micro brewery have pleaded with council for more operating hours to cater for booming demand and secure its financial viability.
Mystery death Woman charged over Martell murder
A WOMAN has been charged with the murder of Joanne Martell — whose body was found in Sorrento last month.
Courage Art giving homeless a helping hand
A NEW exhibition in Melbourne is putting the homeless in the frame for all the right reasons.
‘Unheard of’: One of greatest FA Cup upsets ever
FA CUP WRAP: A historic day was capped by a fifth-tier side pulling off one of the greatest upsets ever, while Leicester also suffered a shock defeat and Chelsea won.
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Making the most of a jackpot
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Company tax Why bashing the banks is silly
THE Prime Minister says “no” not once but twice. A former premier says “yes”. All three answers were sensible and good for bank customers, writes Terry McCrann.
Global markets Stocks slip as market awaits Trump policy
STOCKS on major world markets have slipped following consecutive sessions of record highs, as investors awaited clarity on US President Donald Trump’s tax and trade policies.
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Flemington apartment towers racing ahead
MAJOR housing developments at Flemington Racecourse are closer to be given the green light, but some of the apartment towers will be much smaller than first proposed.
Midnight Oil is taking on scalpers
MIDNIGHT Oil has declared war on scalpers and will introduce a raft of initiatives to hinder them securing tickets to their concerts in Australia.
Tziporah’s secret weight-loss deal
TZIPORAH Malkah has been keeping quiet about her weight during her time in the jungle. And there’s a very good reason for that.
Credit card price war looms
ONE of the nation’s biggest banks is preparing to cut credit card interest rates, triggering a long-overdue war that would save consumers $100m a year.
Sad reality of the majestic rhino
THEY’RE hunted for their ‘magical’ horns and the wild rhino is shockingly close to extinction. Now these stunning pictures are helping to save them.
Charles, the activist king
PRINCE Charles’s views on climate change and other issues could create problems when he is king unless he adopts his mother’s famed discretion. But will the outspoken prince be silenced?
Ange has more glory in his sights
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Raids reveal puppy factory horrors
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Lukas rediscovers his hunger for food
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Singer’s swansong an anthem of survival
FOR a dead man singing, Matt Hirst looked good and sounded better, so a TV talent show wanted to put the handsome young opera singer live on stage.
Family bumps footy for Pies skipper
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Drug-driver puts family out of business
A 17-year-old bailed drug-driver was allegedly travelling in a stolen car and high on ice when he damaged a truck and crane used at Cranbourne family business.
Young Dog barks up the love tree
SHE grew up a Fremantle Dockers fan, but Miss Universe Australia Caris Tiivel has become a new and very keen supporter of Grand Final victors the Western Bulldogs and young Josh Dunkley.
Netball loyalties torn over Super comp
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Accused CBD killer’s brother alleged thug
THE brother of accused Bourke St rampage killer Dimitrious Gargasoulas is an alleged violent thug who is facing a stint in jail alongside his brother.
I’m sorry supermarket, it’s over — we’re done
DEAR supermarket, we had a good thing going. But then came Easter eggs in January, long lines and — the final straw — self-service checkouts, writes Susie O’Brien.
Melbourne’s best themed bars
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Hurt footy star’s dad urges safety
THE concerned dad of a female footy star knocked out in the first frightening clash of the AFLW has urged guardians of the game to keep violence out of the competition.
One of our mightiest still falling
GRANT Hackett, devourer of pain. Remember him? Indestructible. How does he descend into the saddest story in Australian sport, asks Nick Walshaw.
Medical marvel helps diagnose 100 kids
IN A medical milestone, 100 Victorian children have received a diagnosis for their mystery genetic disorders through a revolutionary technology.
How not to raise a spoilt brat
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Foreign cash tricky political issue
IN a week of parliamentary biff, one issue stood out: how to deal with foreign governments paying to influence Australian elections, writes Laurie Oakes.
Werribee jail letter a hard sell for MP
RESIDENTS are slamming “a sham” letter-drop by Treasurer Tim Pallas that promises consultation on the proposed Werribee South youth justice prison.
Hackett splits from long-term manager
GRANT Hackett appears to have broken ties with his long-term manager as sources say his boozy bender started in Melbourne last weekend.
Jetski victim ‘Princess Em’ remembered
EMILY Collie would have turned 21 next month, but instead of a joyous birthday party her grieving friends and family celebrated her life at her funeral.
The killers that got away
NOT many murderers have escaped the clutches of Ron Iddles in the 25 years he’s hunted killers. These are the few that did — and he hasn’t given up on catching them.
Melbourne gangland figure back in jail
SUSPECTED mafia heavyweight Rocco Arico is back behind bars, with the Herald Sun finally able to reveal the alleged gangster’s incarceration after a court-imposed gag order was lifted yesterday.
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Melbourne’s best themed bars
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Don’t forget your jacket for White Night
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Going the distance
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Hawkins wows Myer autumn fashion launch
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Playtime prescribed for Monash kids
THE first sneak peek inside the new Monash Children’s Hospital shows distraction, reassurance and playtime will be heavily prescribed when it opens in April.
Satellites to stay a step ahead of danger
NEW high-resolution imagery of Australian bushfires taken from space will be passed to emergency authorities to help save lives and aid firefighting.
Homes of Melbourne’s rich and famous
TAKE a peek inside the homes of Melbourne’s rich and famous — from Bec Judd’s modern, stylish mansion to Molly Meldrum’s Egyptian treasure trove.
Reality star Keira shocks with cult confession
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Bec’s back Bec back ready to fire
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RendezView Labor blew it on marriage equality
If Labor hadn’t claimed gay people were too fragile to handle debate, same-sex marriage might have been legalised this week, writes Miranda Devine.
Cheaters The most hated man on Twitter
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Interactive festival Pick the brains of today’s top innovators
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Smartphone technology Selfie payments on the way
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