premium_iconNew Blue haunts Pies in thrillerIkon Park WHEN Carlton lured Nicola Stevens from the Magpies, it was a kick in the guts for Collingwood and so it proved again in the AFLW season opener as the Blues pinched a thriller. nav_large_duration2mCombined Shape0
premium_iconKids facing screen time sleep crisisTech trouble CHILDREN as young as three are showing up to pre-school and childcare massively sleep-deprived because of excessive screen time. Is your child getting too much? nav_large_duration17mCombined Shape0
premium_iconWhy is a man hosting an AFLW show?Step back BRINGING in a man to host Nine’s flagship AFLW show is a significant step back. You can’t tell me there isn’t a female capable of hosting a women’s footy program in 2018, writes Tiffany Cherry. Combined Shape0
premium_iconFake-tan tycoon caught in anti-bikie drug stingPolice bust A FAKE-tan tycoon who boasted about buying a Lamborghini on his lunch break has been caught in an anti-bikie police drug sting.
PM’s office makes cabinet doc admissionLeaked cabinet THE Prime Minister’s Department has admitted responsibility for the loss of sensitive documents that were sold in a cabinet at a second-hand store before falling into the hands of the ABC. nav_large_duration1h
‘It hurt ... glad I’m not a boy’: Pie reported for kickingAFLW opener COLLINGWOOD’s Sarah D’Arcy was reported for kicking Carlton’s Sarah Hosking during the AFLW season opener and the Blue says she’s glad she’s not a boy because “it hurt”. WATCH THE INCIDENT nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconGades fall agonisingly short in last-ball thrillerAdelaide Oval SHOULD Travis Head have been playing? The Adelaide skipper was instrumental as the Strikers edged Melbourne Renegades in a last-ball thriller to move into - and host - the Grand Final. nav_large_duration34mCombined Shape0
premium_iconAlleged patient choker suspended, faces three probesHospital horror A NURSE caught on camera allegedly abusing a defenceless patient in his hospital bed has been suspended by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. nav_large_duration3h
premium_iconExciting and tough but scoring still an issueAFLW checklist IT was a checklist night. Everything about AFLW 2.0 is going to be compared to last year’s extraordinary debut season. Scott Gullen looks at the big ticks and crosses from Princes Park. nav_large_duration2hCombined Shape0
premium_iconFresh push to spruik flagship Apple Fed Square storeFresh push NEW details of Federation Square’s controversial Apple store design have been released, as the site’s chief executive warns of a Sydney raid if the plan is scuttled. nav_large_duration4h
Kyrgios dazzles to level Davis CupServe NICK Kyrgios took an express route to level the Davis Cup tie against Germany on Friday night which also had the effect of cheering up his “little brother’’ Alex de Minaur. nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
premium_iconCharlie Sheen lined up for tour down under CHARLIE Sheen will lurch unsteadily into Australia next month, with Ralph Carr bringing the self-destructive Hollywood bad boy here for an HIV Awareness tour. And he isn’t the only controversial US celeb Carr has lined up. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
Man faces court charged with murder of wife A MAN, 71, has faced court charged with murder after his wife was found dead in Melbourne’s southeast on Friday. nav_large_duration2h
premium_iconGichuhi enlistment gives Libs Senate boost MALCOLM Turnbull’s odds of passing major reforms have received a major boost with former Family First senator Lucy Gichuhi joining the Liberal Party. Combined Shape0
New boss to steer $10b major works THE state government has hired its first chief engineer, who will help oversee its ‘$10 billion a year spending’ on infrastructure works. nav_large_duration1m
premium_icon’Beast’ Stringer to fill Jobe voidBig body ESSENDON “beast” Jake Stringer has emerged as a potential replacement for retired champion Jobe Watson in the Bombers’ engineroom. RE-CAP OUR BOMBERS SUPERCOACH CHAT. nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
premium_iconBrennan fit, firing and ready to make her markBulldogs star KATIE Brennan missed the majority of the first AFLW season with injury but now the Bulldogs star is fit and has the “fire in the belly” to make her presence felt in AFLW02, declaring last year’s frustrations have made her a better player. nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
premium_iconNo complaints about Bomber biffoX factor ESSENDON has turned up the heat on star midfielders Zach Merrett, Dyson Heppell and David Zaharakis, forcing them to work under duress in hotly-contested intra-club matches. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
premium_iconCrystal ball: Expert picks for AFLW02Winning picks WHO will win the second AFLW crown? Best and Fairest? Leading goalkicker? Ahead of tonight’s season opener, three of our experts turn Nostradamus to predict what might happen in AFLW02. Combined Shape0
premium_iconOnce again, let’s hear it for the girls TENS of thousands of fans are expected to turn up to football grounds across the country this weekend to witness the first round of this year’s AFLW competition. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
Pull of home can’t sway Ashmore VICTORIAN AFLW export Kaitlyn Ashmore was never going to turn her back on the Brisbane Lions, revealing she never considered leaving for the “Victorian bubble”. Combined Shape0
premium_iconCoaches’ task to put on show PREMIERSHIP coach Bec Goddard has underlined the responsibility resting with all AFLW coaches to deliver an attractive spectacle rather than a win-at-all-cost approach to women’s football. Combined Shape0
premium_iconFor the love of the game: McLeod CROWS great Andrew McLeod is relishing his assistant coaching role with Adelaide’s AFLW team as it brings back memories of football at its purest. Combined Shape0
premium_iconSuperCoach: Don’t forget FreoTeam preview FREMANTLE is out of sight, out of mind for many footy fans but there are some great SuperCoach picks who could give you an edge on the pack in 2018. Combined Shape0
premium_iconYoung guns lead premium forward packThe Phantom TWO young stars are set to explode, while an old-favourite could bounce back to his best. Here are the top-priced SuperCoach forwards The Phantom likes in 2018. Combined Shape0
premium_iconCrows present SuperCoach dilemmaTeam preview HOW will Rory Sloane, Bryce Gibbs and Matt Crouch fit together in the new Crows midfield? Our expert assessment plus the rookie defender you need on your bench. Combined Shape0
premium_iconFire Sale! SuperCoach studs on the cheapFallen premiums PREMIUM output at a discount. The fallen premium is one of SuperCoach’s most valuable commodities. How many of these cut-price studs are you picking in 2018? Combined Shape0
premium_iconPonting: I can get the best out of MaxiDehli coach RICKY Ponting targeted Glenn Maxwell in the Indian Premier League auction with the belief he is the coach who can unlock the electrifying batsman’s tantalising potential. Combined Shape0
premium_iconThe work begins for van MarwijkPrepare THE whirlwind of publicity has blown over new Socceroos boss Bert van Marwijk and now the Dutchman must earn his salary in a race against time to prepare Australia for the World Cup. Combined Shape0
Tour leader lashes farcical Stage 2Road rage RACE leader Lasse Norman Hansen has kept his yellow jersey, but unleashed his frustration after Stage 2 of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour descended into farce. Combined Shape0
‘Demon’ takes world No. 5 to the brinkTense HEARTBROKEN Alex de Minaur went down swinging in a vastly impressive Davis Cup debut, falling in five sets to Germany’s world No. 5 Alexander Zverev. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS! Combined Shape0
Funding boost for Victoria’s kindergartensEarly learning VICTORIA’s preschools will get a $124 million boost to strengthen attendance rates and enrolment. nav_large_duration2mCombined Shape0
premium_iconBringing suicide out of the shadowsBEYONDBLUE GROUNDBREAKING new research aims to shine a light on how to support people in suicide crisis, revealing everyday Aussies want to help. nav_large_duration3mCombined Shape0
Cam trades the footy field for the classroomClass act FORMER ruckman Cam Wood has traded his footy boots for whiteboard markers and rolls with a new crew these days — the preps from Carlton Primary. nav_large_duration3h
premium_iconFirefighting ‘boys’ club’ needs to end, minister saysSexism claims EMERGENCY services minister James Merlino wants more women to become firefighters to combat a ‘boy’s club’ culture in Victoria’s firefighting services. nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
premium_iconAnti-fatigue breakthrough could alert sleepy drivers DROWSY drivers could be pulled from the road before they become a danger following a world-first breakthrough capable of detecting fatigue. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
Questions over Fishermans Bend’s viability as office mecca FISHERMANS Bend’s viability as a future mecca for office workers has been questioned due to the lack of a proper transport plan for the precinct. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconAutumn’s the time to chill with a new dress code WIDE-LEG trousers, printed blouses and bright accessories are on the office memo this autumn, as workplaces continue to overhaul traditional nine-to-five dress codes. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
More public students dropping out before senior school THE retention rate of year 11 and 12 state school students last year has fallen to its lowest since 2013, according to new figures. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
Lilydale & Yarra Valley Leaderpremium_iconVolunteers help Boinga Bob bounce backCommunity effort RENOVATIONS to shore up the Yarra Valley’s most famous treehouse have started, but a lot more money is needed to help a dedicated group of volunteers restore the work of art on behalf of its ageing owner. Combined Shape0
Whittlesea Leaderpremium_iconFirst look at Westfield’s latest dining destinationLifestyle hub THE new $80 million dining precinct at Mill Park’s Westfield Plenty Valley is almost open for business, and children will be the first to roadtest the new food and fun. Take a behind-the-scenes look at how the area is shaping up. Combined Shape0
LeaderFlu fuels spike in preventable illnessVaccines urged THE flu epidemic fuelled a dramatic rise in reports of preventable diseases in Victoria in 2017. A Leader News analysis reveals areas in Melbourne were also hit with cases of meningococcal, chickenpox and whooping cough.
Preston LeaderJoker vandalises Batman Park signFenced off VANDALS have smashed up the entrance to Batman Park in Northcote in an Australia Day long weekend attack, with steps now being taken to protect the sign from further damage. Combined Shape0
Progress LeaderPatches of dirt top house pricesBlank canvas WOULD you pay up to $1 million more than the price of a house to get a bare block of land in the same suburb? Limited choice is driving buyers to the extreme in Melbourne’s leafy inner east.
Herald SunCyclist’s attack on hotel carparkExplosion A MAN has thrown a molotov cocktail into a St Kilda hotel carpark before fleeing on a mountain bike. Combined Shape0
Stonnington LeaderDisabled man fined for using wheelchair spaceTicket row A PENSIONER is furious after he was slapped with a $159 fine for using a disabled parking space outside St Kilda Town Hall — even though a valid permit was clearly displayed on his car. Combined Shape0
Progress LeaderBare block worth more than a housePricey dirt A BARE block of land in Camberwell has been listed for sale with expectations it will surpass the suburb’s multimillion-dollar median house price by several hundred thousand.
Bayside LeaderParents want smokers to butt out of beachesHealth risk SMOKERS flouting the law and lighting up on patrolled Bayside beaches near children have got parents fuming. Combined Shape0
Port Phillip LeaderSt Kilda median house price surgesIn demand St Kilda’s house prices have soared over the past year, so much so the suburb has one of Melbourne’s fastest growing price tags.
Mordialloc Chelsea LeaderCall to help give new life to old textbooks and novelsBook of love Kingston-based charity Give A Textbook encourages schools and businesses to recycle their old books by sending them to the Philippines where they become part of school and prison libraries. Combined Shape0
Mordialloc Chelsea LeaderFour sets of twins but individual pathsTwin tracks THE old cliche double trouble won’t apply in Aspendale Gardens Primary classes, with parents of twins deciding to separate their pairs for their new school journey. Combined Shape0
Manningham LeaderRider treated for minor injuriesSTREET WATCH AN ELDERLY driver told police he did not see the Harley Davidson next to him after he slammed into a motorcyclist while trying to change lanes in Doncaster. Combined Shape0
Whitehorse LeaderNew 18-storey apartment tower for Box HillGoing up BOX Hill could get another skyscraper, with a Melbourne-based developer working on a 36-storey tower in the suburb revealing plans for a $350 million, 18-storey development next door.
Whitehorse LeaderBaking queen has recipe for TV successCooking star SURREY Hills grandma Michelle Trevorrow is showcasing her impressive culinary skills on The Great Australian Bake Off. And you can replicate her famous macarons as she reveals her recipe for the sweet treats.
Moorabbin Kingston Leader1930s home mixes special history and locationEditor’s homeland THIS 1930s art deco home comes with a history steeped in newsprint, and its charming character and top location could help it sell for a seven figure price.
Whittlesea Leaderpremium_iconFirst look at Westfield’s latest dining destinationLifestyle hub THE new $80 million dining precinct at Mill Park’s Westfield Plenty Valley is almost open for business, and children will be the first to roadtest the new food and fun. Take a behind-the-scenes look at how the area is shaping up. Combined Shape0
Preston LeaderJoker vandalises Batman Park signFenced off VANDALS have smashed up the entrance to Batman Park in Northcote in an Australia Day long weekend attack, with steps now being taken to protect the sign from further damage. Combined Shape0
Preston LeaderPlan to chop gum trees barking mad: neighboursGum control PLANS to cut down two soaring gum trees during underground works have been met with fierce opposition in Alphington. But a gas company says there is no alternative. Combined Shape0
Whittlesea LeaderNew year already bringing growthRising market THE new year has already brought rising prices to Bundoora, where homes that couldn’t get a deal before Christmas are now selling tens of thousands of dollars beyond last year’s expectations.
Sunbury LeaderBushranger target shooting for new ownerHistoric home IT’S not everyday you have bushrangers barging through your front door, demanding cash and bailing you up. But that’s exactly what happened at this Lancefield home and former bank.
Herald Sunpremium_iconCricketer comedian cops huge ban for punching fielderLocal league A CRICKETER and stand-up comedian has copped an unprecedented suspension for leaning over the boundary rope to punch an opponent. Combined Shape0
Hume LeaderPathway solution expected soonTroubled waters THE feasibility of building a bridge to overcome flooding at a pedestrian crossing in Craigieburn will be known in March. Combined Shape0
Hume LeaderMickleham snaps up golden growth ticketSuburb winner WITH its combination of acreages, farmlets and even ex-display homes, it’s no surprise Mickleham has received Hume’s golden ticket for growth this year. And other suburbs aren’t far behind.
Lilydale & Yarra Valley Leaderpremium_iconVolunteers help Boinga Bob bounce backCommunity effort RENOVATIONS to shore up the Yarra Valley’s most famous treehouse have started, but a lot more money is needed to help a dedicated group of volunteers restore the work of art on behalf of its ageing owner. Combined Shape0
Knox LeaderTributes for Knox environmentalistTeacher tributes POPULAR primary school teacher Deirdre Loveless has died of cancer, less than one week after winning Knox’s environmentalist of the year award.
Knox LeaderBattler Barry wins battle against developerPark protest WHEN 81-year-old Barry Bedwell was told he was being evicted from the Wantirna Caravan Park along with 152 others, he wasn’t going to go without a fight. Now he has won a major legal battle against the developer that took over park. Combined Shape0
Lilydale & Yarra Valley LeaderThumbs-up for Chirnside Park renoMore shops THE multimillion-dollar expansion of Chirnside Park Shopping Centre will go ahead after winning approval from Yarra Ranges Council.
Mornington Peninsula LeaderRising to the challengeAmateur cook AFTER decades of wowing family and friends with her birthday and wedding cakes, Michelle Trevorrow is stepping out of the kitchen and onto prime time telly.
Mornington Peninsula LeaderWaterway choked with gravel and dirtWaterway woes A POPULAR waterway is being choked with gravel and dirt and a green group is calling for help to save it.
Mornington Peninsula LeaderIconic site expected to sell for more than $4mPrime site THE future of much loved Rosebud entertainment complex Top Fun is up in the air with the prime site on the market.
Mornington Peninsula LeaderFormer Flinders vineyard fetches top dollar1920s link A FLINDERS lifestyle home, once a top vineyard and today featuring stunning water views and an olive grove, has sold after several generations in the same family.
premium_iconMelbourne’s best cinemas with barsMovie guide FORGET popcorn. These are all the cinemas in Melbourne where you can take a glass of wine, beer or a cocktail into the theatre. Combined Shape0
premium_iconStar’s Grammy ‘trainwreck’, Miley finds her mojoCelebrity style HONORARY Aussie Miley Cyrus gets her fashion mojo back and a pregnant Chrissy Teigan dazzles at the Grammys, but not all were on song — see a YouTuber’s “pink satin hotpants and thigh-high pull-on Lycra boots” and Cardi B’s “trainwreck” dress. Combined Shape0
premium_iconFlashback as time called for grid girlsPhoto special FROM bare midriffs to skin-tight mini-dresses, grid girl uniforms were a staple of Melbourne’s Formula One Grand Prix for years. Here’s a look back at some of the outfits they sported in Australia. Combined Shape0
premium_iconAFLW stars go old school in new campaignRetro shoot AFLW stars Darcy Vescio, Katie Brennan and Daisy Pearcehave rewound the clock with classic footy looks — and locks — from the past. Combined Shape0
premium_iconAustralia’s unprecedented terror threat AUSTRALIAN Criminal Intelligence Commission boss Mike Phelan fears returning jihadist foreign fighters will attempt to commit terrorist attacks in Australia. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
premium_iconPolice urge man to come forward one year after brother’s slaying POLICE have appealed for a troubled man wanted over his brother’s shopping centre slaying to come forward a year on from the horrific Doncaster attack.
premium_iconMan who accidentally shot himself in head kept in jail AN alleged idiot who police claim accidentally shot himself in the head has been returned to jail after a bungled attempt at bail.
premium_iconMurder victim had ‘extremely high’ cyanide levels: court A FATHER who was allegedly poisoned to death as he slept with his young son had “extremely high” levels of toxic cyanide in his system, a court has heard.
premium_iconA Labor win could be a lossDavid Speers Pandering to left-wing voters in the Batman by-election could cost Bill Shorten the general election, writes David Speers. nav_large_duration1mCombined Shape0
premium_iconSteps to stop bullying and prevent suicideTragic DURING January, all of us were shocked and saddened by the tragic death of Amy “Dolly” Everett — but it could happen to any of our families, writes Julia Gillard. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBad start to the year for Bill ShortenFeeney quits RATHER than wait for the High Court to rub him out, David Feeney has acknowledged he was cooked. It’s a bad start to the year for Bill Shorten, writes James Campbell. Combined Shape0
premium_iconPopulism is the new black, but does it win over voters?Flashback A SURPRISING number of ALP people think everything’s fine and appear to be strapping on the blinkers for the ride to November. But many people are burying their heads in the sand about a few matters, writes Matthew Johnston. Combined Shape0
ASIO GIVES ABC TWO SAFES TO KEEP WHAT IT SHOULD RETURN The ABC grabs secret documents that the Turnbull Government stupidly left in filing cabinets it sold off. The Governments's response today? It gives the ABC two safes in which to store the papers safely. How odd. So if I now drop $50 in the street, must I now buy a wallet for the finders-keeper who picks up my cash and refuses to give it back? Combined Shape0
ABC CLAIMS LEAK PROVES I PLOTTED The ABC has published leaked Cabinet documents damaging to Tony Abbott. Now it tells me it one alleges the Abbott Government consulted me on changing the 18c restrictions on free speech. It asks if I helped draft that legislation. The answer is no. Combined Shape0
MELBOURNE ATTACKER ANOTHER MUSLIM REFUGEE The last four terrorist attacks here have all been by Muslim refugees. Now add this: "Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull today confirmed that the driver in the Melbourne rampage, Saeed Noori, was a refugee who came through the normal legal process." Our refugee program is a menace to public safety. Combined Shape0
HOW MANY MENTALLY ILL JAPANESE RUN DOWN PEDESTRIANS? Police won't call the Muslim Afghan who ran down people in Melbourne a terrorist: "He is a person who is known to have a mental illness. In fact, he was on a mental health treatment plan and missed an appointment yesterday." A question: Japan has very few Muslims; how many mentally ill people there run down pedestrians? Combined Shape0
Why was a Jewish girl with a cut face not as compelling a story as a Muslim girl with a cut hijab? We live in bizarre times when bigotry, intimidation and violence are all but ignored while imaginary fears and faked crimes are amplified. Combined Shape0
Ignore the miserable moaners...most Australians love Australia Day on January 26 Australian celebrities have learnt nothing from their US brethren about the fatuity of playing politics. Other than alienating half their potential audience — closer to 90 per cent if they’re slamming Australia Day — artists tend to do their political cause more harm than good. Combined Shape0
Judiciary has no one to blame but itself It takes weapon-grade chutzpah for the privileged, powerful members of the judiciary to play the victim just because a politician stated some uncomfortable truths. Combined Shape0
The #MeToo sisterhood is losing the plot The powerful #MeToo campaign is becoming another outlet for unrelenting misandry, victimhood glorification and a disturbing, puritanical approach to human interaction. Combined Shape0
premium_iconTurnbull’s security laws criminalise news reporting LEFT or Right, everyone should be deeply worried about Turnbull’s proposed national security laws, writes Terry Sweetman. They could put journalists in jail for doing their job. Combined Shape0
premium_iconShorten’s handouts an insult to the self sufficient LABOR has promised help to those earning below $87,000 because they’re being “left behind”. What happened to the idea you have to work hard to get ahead, writes Mike O’Connor. Combined Shape0
Parents need to stop being ruled by their kids IS it any wonder kids who are sleep-deprived, hyped up on sugar and strangers to discipline cause havoc at school, asks Kylie Lang. Parents are to blame, not teachers. Combined Shape0
premium_iconChina’s coercive strategy on our unis is undeniable AUSTRALIAN universities are addicted to the money Chinese students bring in. But at what cost to our institutions, and the students themselves, asks Catherine Priestley. Combined Shape0
premium_iconWill this be Julian Assange’s ultimate release?WikiLeaks release AMID fears of assassination, Julian Assange could shortly walk free from his five-year exile in the Ecuador Embassy in London. But will that mean his fight has only just begun? Combined Shape0
Climber forced to leave partner to dieImpossible decision A MOUNTAINEER has discussed the pain of leaving her partner on a peak dubbed ‘killer mountain’ to ensure her survival — the second time her climbing partner has died during a decent. nav_large_duration3h
What's inside memo Trump’s releasedFBI memo DONALD Trump has declassified a Republican-written memo alleging FBI bias against the advice of many of his own appointees who say he is putting politics above national security. nav_large_duration2m
Date set for Princess Eugenie’s weddingRoyal wedding PRINCE Andrew, the Duke of York and soon-to-be father of the bride, has announced when his daughter, Princess Eugenie, will marry Jack Brooksbank. nav_large_duration3h
premium_iconMPs skip expenses bootcamp ALMOST half of our federal politicians missed an expenses education session offered in the wake of a string of scandals. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconWhy car parks are a smart investment IT’S real estate investment but not as you know it. Car parks are proving a smart move for both investors and commuters thanks to their incredible growth in cities across Australia. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconCyberbullies set to face the music A CRACKDOWN on cyberbullies could include direct penalties for perpetrators, regardless of age, if one government MP gets her way. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
What ALDI’s stores won’t have ALDI Australia’s expansion will continue across the nation this year, as it opens new stores in nearly every state. But there are a few catches. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
Laneway Festival: Dos and Don’tsFestival Survival Tips Laneway Festival 2018: Dos and Don’ts and how to see your best artists/friends without falling into a hole. Father John Misty FTW nav_large_duration1h
Celine Dion to tour Australia againSHE’S COMING CELINE Dion — and her three sons — are headed back to Australia for a tour taking in most states (sorry Adelaide) in July and August. But don’t expect her Vegas show down under.
premium_iconAustralia’s best dairy in our backyardBest food VICTORIAN dairy producers have creamed the competition in this year’s 2018 Australian Grand Dairy Awards, with a Thomastown producer taking out the top cheese gong. Combined Shape0
premium_iconMelbourne author wins prestigious award$100k prize MELBOURNE author Sarah Krasnostein has taken out the prestigious $100,000 Victorian Prize for Literature for her book exploring the life of a woman who cleans up murder scenes. Combined Shape0
Moses Sumney is here to save usBUZZ LANEWAY FESTIVAL ARTIST Moses Sumney wants a role on Home and Away singing Missy Higgins while he tours for Laneway Festival 2018
Don’t miss the Priscilla busPriscilla review Slap on your false eyelashes, bouffant wigs, sequined gowns and stilettos because Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is back and it’s chock-a-block with camp innuendo, cheeky choreography and eye-poppingly garish costumes.
AFLW season round one: Your guideAFLW THE AFLW season’s round 1 is about to kick off. Here’s a complete guide to who’s playing when, and how to get there.
Riot ride of entertainmentRiot review Racy circus and its hybrids are aplenty in Melbourne, but there’s something different in Riot, a circus, dance, spoken word, drag concoction direct from Ireland.
premium_iconThe voice of the peopleIn profile AT the halfway point of his second term, Australia’s consumer watchdog chief is tenaciously looking out for his boss ... you. And he has some words of warning for big business. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
premium_iconSponsors savour second AFLW helpingBACKERS’ BLISS THE AFLW’s major sponsor is thrilled by the growth in the sport’s profile before a ball has even been kicked in its second season. Combined Shape0
premium_iconTransport projects overtake mining on road to richesThe economy NEW road and rail infrastructure has overtaken mining as the nation’s single biggest driver of major project spending for the first time in almost a decade. Combined Shape0
premium_iconSteady inflation means steady ratesReserve Bank NEXT Tuesday the Reserve Bank will start the year exactly as it exited 2017 — and indeed, also exited 2016 and it will leave its official interest rate unchanged at 1.5 per cent, writes Terry McCrann. Combined Shape0
premium_iconFrom building block to rock of our state RON WALKER was never a conventional “corporation man”, writes Terry McCrann, and he devoted much of his life to making Victoria great. Combined Shape0
premium_iconUseless wind’s $390m power bill VICTORIANS and South Australians didn’t just swelter through two consecutive days of 40 degree heat on Thursday-Friday two weeks ago, they also had to pay an extra $390 million to keep their air conditioners and lights on, writes Terry McCrann. Combined Shape0
premium_iconWas the CBA choice two fingers or brilliant? AT almost any point in the Commonwealth Bank’s 106-year history, the elevation of 42-year old rising star Matt Comyn to the top job would have been universally acclaimed and even demanded, writes Terry McCrann. Combined Shape0
premium_iconWas the CBA choice two fingers or brilliant? AT almost any point in the Commonwealth Bank’s 106-year history, the elevation of 42-year old rising star Matt Comyn to the top job would have been universally acclaimed and even demanded, writes Terry McCrann. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBuild a bucket list for your financial freedom A MELBOURNE couple started paving a future by following the advice of the Barefoot Investor to set up a bucket strategy. Combined Shape0
premium_iconHow moving to the country changed this family’s life WHEN Scott Pape advised this family they needed to find another way to regain financial control they made a life changing decision. Plus how to wipe seven years off your mortgage. Combined Shape0
premium_iconEverything to know about paying off debt IF you’re sick of waking up with a financial hangover, it might be time to detonate your debt. But where to start? The Barefoot Investor has everything you need to know, including HECS-HELP debts, car loans and what to do with your credit card. Combined Shape0
premium_iconHow to stop worrying about money FOR most people, your pay comes in, money goes out, and you “hope” some is left over to put towards saving. It’s time to get your Mojo back, baby, says the Barefoot Investor.
The ring that lets you ‘tap and go’ with your finger LEAVING home without your phone, card, wallet or cash will become possible in Australia with the rollout of the first payment ring to “tap and go” on the run. nav_large_duration1m
First home buyers turn to the dark side LENDERS mortgage insurance has always been seen as something to avoid, but used at the right time, young buyers are finding it can actually make you money. Combined Shape0
Sixteen steps to financial maturity BEING young at heart can be great, but not when it comes to attitudes about money. Kochie explains what it means to be financially mature. Combined Shape0
Energy customers wasting $2400 a year EXCLUSIVE: Energy customers are spending thousands a year more than they need to, new research has revealed. Combined Shape0
Aussie women rule in property domainGirl power WOMEN are winning the battle of the sexes in the property sphere, as financial challenges like the gender pay gap and taking time off work to have kids push them to find alternative income. nav_large_duration1m
Holy trinity of divine conversionsSales blessings FROM church halls in the CBD to an 1860s Catholic Church near the Grampians, Victoria has a divine array of church conversions on offer. Take a look at these special properties on the market.
From another time and placeClassic charmer CHARMING character and an intriguing back story first drew this Mornington Peninsula property’s owners to it. After doubling the house in size, they’re putting it up for sale. Take a look inside.
Melbourne’s growth suburbs for 2018 revealedProperty MELBOURNE house prices are tipped to have another “solid” year of growth — but at a much slower rate than the past few years — as Sydney prices fall, according to the latest NAB survey. Here are the suburbs forecast to have above average growth.
Never book this seat on Australia’s longest flightFlight review IT’S the longest binge-watching session you can get on a flight route departing Australia. But this traveller discovered the two seats you probably want to avoid.
First look: Qantas’ new safety videoWatch THE airline has released its latest inflight safety video but passengers expecting Qantas’ trademark Australian landscapes will be in for a shock.
They’re back: $145 flights to JapanHot deal JUST when you thought you were too broke to book an overseas trip this year, along comes a deal that changes everything. Here’s what you need to know.
I’ve travelled the world with a 7kg bagTraveller tales SHE’S clocked up more passport stamps in eight years than many of us could even dream of. But it took decades to embark on that first journey. Now this traveller is sharing her tips.
Head-to-head: Nissan Navara ST v Mazda BT-50 XTRMOTORING These family-focused pick-ups combine fun and functionality but one trades ultimate towing and payload capacity for a better ride.
Tested: best hot hatches under $60KRoad and track FORD has increased the price of the Focus RS by $6000, while VW has slashed the cost of the Golf R by the same amount.
You’ll get a buzz from the Alfa Romeo GiuliaMOTORING Alfa Romeo’s Giulia is a genuine, if temperamental, rival for the German compact luxury triumvirate of Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class
Hollywood or bust: Jeep’s on the comeback trailMOTORING Jeep has launched a new Cherokee — the rugged Trailhawk adds plenty of creature comforts to woo back the buyers Down Under but very few will take it off-road.
How to score a free treat on World Nutella DayChocolate celebration WORLD Nutella Day is just around the corner and to celebrate, one Melbourne cafe is giving away one thousand sweet treats this Monday morning. Here’s how to get your hands on one. Combined Shape0
premium_iconNew series to show real world of paramedicsPrime time VICTORIAN paramedics are set to get their own TV show, with a Melbourne-based production-company unveiling their new series that will keep the cameras rolling 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Combined Shape0
premium_iconHow twin sisters survived horrors of AuschwitzHolocaust TWIN sisters who endured the macabre experiments of an Auschwitz doctor have described how they survived the horrors of the Holocaust to build a new life in Melbourne. Combined Shape0
premium_iconNew AFLW boss has eye on the ballFOOTY THE AFL’s newly appointed head of women’s footy has been thrown in the deep end — so it’s a good thing she knows how to swim. Nicole Livingston may be a former swimming champ, but when it comes to AFLW, she has her eye on the ball.