premium_iconWhy Robbo is putting his faith in LibbaSuperCoach team GARY Ablett was the first player picked in Mark Robinson’s SuperCoach, but it may surprise that Tom Liberatore was selected ahead of Dustin Martin. And here’s why. nav_large_duration8mCombined Shape0
Passengers thrown from balloon in terrifying emergency landingLatest SIXTEEN people have been thrown from the basket of a hot air balloon after an “extreme weather event” pushed them off course and forced an emergency landing in the Yarra Valley. nav_large_duration8mCombined Shape0
premium_iconWe knew he was a creep, now we know he’s a quitterCeleb controversy SO Anthony Mundine isn’t just sexist and homophobic, he’s also a quitter. What a shock. Channel Ten made a major error casting him on I’m a Celeb, writes Susie O’Brien. nav_large_duration43mCombined Shape0
Is this Victoria’s most unwanted house?Lonely listing IT’S NEAT, affordable, and costs “less than an outdoor toilet in Melbourne”, but despite a location in a town known for a short distance race, selling this house has been more like a marathon.
premium_iconSo you think you know beer?Brew class THINK you can tell your pale ales from your pilsners? Here’s the ultimate guide to everything you need to know about Australia’s favourite amber brew. nav_large_duration1h
premium_iconWhy our new mayor should be a feministFeminist mayor MELBOURNE’S next mayor needs to be at one with feminist values of equality, inclusion and respect, writes Wendy Tuohy. nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
Melbourne to feel like the tropicsWeather watch IT might be cloudy, but high humidity is going to make Melbourne feel really hot today. And you probably won’t have the best sleep until Sunday evening either. Here’s why. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconVictorian judge sensationally bans burqa in his courtUpdate A VICTORIAN Supreme Court judge has stopped the niqab-wearing wife of an accused terrorist from entering his courtroom this week, saying all in his court must show their faces. Premier Daniel Andrews says it shows judges and magistrates had sufficient powers to run their courts. Combined Shape0
premium_iconJoyce’s colleagues slam his behaviour over love child sagaBarnaby responds BARNABY Joyce’s colleagues have hit out at his behaviour during the love child saga as the Deputy Prime Minister confessed he had failed in his marriage.
premium_iconThe movie the critics got all wrongColin Vickery THE reviews weren’t kind to The Greatest Showman. So how did it end up quietly becoming a box office powerhouse, asks Colin Vickery. Could it be the critics aren’t always right? nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconDog wine? You’re barking madFeeling ruff FIRST there were puppachinos, now Melbourne’s wine scene is going to the dogs. This pooch-friendly caterer has created red and white drops to serve at the Ascot Vale festival. SEE THE VIDEO nav_large_duration31mCombined Shape0
IBAC should probe PSO attack: Greens SHOCKING footage has emerged of a PSO appearing to repeatedly strike a man with a baton during an arrest at Merri Station last night. Now the Greens want an IBAC investigation into the incident. SEE THE VIDEO nav_large_duration20mCombined Shape0
Musk space car is in deep trouble ELON Musk’s space car has overshot its target and is now heading towards the dangerous asteroid belt. nav_large_duration4h
Mystery surrounds ‘tragic’ death of 16 ponies AUTHORITIES in three states are assisting the investigation into the deaths of 16 ponies in transit following a polo match in Tasmania nav_large_duration4h
Mundine quit after row with Green I’M A Celebrity host Chris Brown has revealed Anthony Mundine quit the jungle after a “disagreement” with his boxing rival. nav_large_duration2h
premium_iconBlue backs Tassie footy revivalCarlton in town TASMANIAN AFL player Liam Jones has thrown his support behind football in the state, saying he hopes the Tasmanian State League’s current crisis can be rectified. nav_large_duration16mCombined Shape0
premium_iconGillon moves goalposts on AFLW rulesOpinion GILLON McLachlan could have saved us all the drama a year back. He should have launched AFLW with rules that would fix the issues we all saw coming, writes ELIZA SEWELL. Combined Shape0
premium_iconMidfield movers are forward-line goldThe Phantom FORWARDS who play in the midfield are like SuperCoach gold. So who are the young stars ready to make the move in 2018? The Phantom’s takes you through all the mid-price value in the forward line. Combined Shape0
premium_icon‘They hadn’t hurt like that before’Finals agony MELBOURNE veteran Jordan Lewis says the devastation of missing finals last year will be a watershed experience for the Demons as they seek redemption this season. nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
AFLW: ‘Are they bloody serious?’ THE AFL broke just about every rule in the book when it comes to how to treat women by making some extraordinary demands. nav_large_duration3m
Giant Gum giving it everything to succeed FOR GWS midfielder Courtney Gum, her path to the AFLW is incredible for more reasons than one. Combined Shape0
Don’t panic over low AFLW scores: Lions coach LIONS coach Craig Starcevich says the game’s governing body may have been too reactionary in its bid to restrict player numbers around stoppages in AFLW. Combined Shape0
Will Magpies drop Mo Hope? INTRIGUE surrounds AFLW team selection with Collingwood’s final training session to potentially determine if forward Mo Hope travels to Perth. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
premium_iconWill a Tiger-like fleet work in SuperCoach?Flag formula SUPERCOACH expert Al Paton has a midfield that could blow opponents out of the water. But the way he pays for it is a massive risk — if it works it could take him to glory in 2018. nav_large_duration3mCombined Shape0
premium_iconParker, Hannebery cut-price SuperCoach starsExpert tips THEY didn’t have their best SuperCoach seasons last year but Luke Parker and Dan Hannebery are tried and true stars in a stacked Swans side. Former Australian Test cricketer and SuperCoach gun Trent Copeland names his best buys. nav_large_duration10mCombined Shape0
premium_iconUnknown Roo could be No.1 SuperCoach rookieRoo preview HE’S a top-10 draft pick available for a dirt cheap price. He’s also a dual-position player — but you’ve probably never heard of him. Meet the pick of the 2018 cash cows. nav_large_duration18mCombined Shape0
premium_iconCould forgotten Power recruit be a SuperCoach steal?Pre-season intel PORT Adelaide injected several experienced players into its team over the off-season but the least high profile could prove the most valuable in SuperCoach. All the SuperCoach news from around the country you might have missed. nav_large_duration19mCombined Shape0
Catch controversy: Did Maxi get lucky?Tough call GLENN Maxwell rode his luck to smash a matchwinning century against England last night but the Poms were fuming after this catch was controversially overruled. WATCH INCIDENT HERE nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
premium_iconNo rep retirement for SmithOrigin CAMERON Smith is preparing for a testimonial match but he has uttered the words every Queensland fan wants to hear, declaring he will suit up for another Origin campaign this season. Combined Shape0
Big Show’s incredible ‘Bevan moment’Maximum GLENN Maxwell survived a night of controversy to deliver a mind-blowing finish in Hobart, hitting a six to win the game and bring up his century. nav_large_duration2hCombined Shape0
premium_iconFooty’s back — but fans banned from trialStorm v Knights NOT a single fan watched the Storm and Knights kick off their 2018 NRL campaigns on Wednesday afternoon. We tell you why and wrap up all the action from the match. Combined Shape0
premium_icon‘Dangerous tools’ off Melbourne’s streetsPolice probe FAKE money, a tomahawk and a flick knife are among the weapons police have taken off the streets in Melbourne’s west during a late night patrol. nav_large_duration3mCombined Shape0
premium_iconCouncil extends St Kilda foreshore booze banMarathon meeting LONGER booze bans will be enforced along St Kilda foreshore amid fears it could “become another Cronulla”. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
premium_iconPublic service targets to help disability employmentNew goals THE number of public service employees with disabilities is set to rise under a state government-recommended policy. Combined Shape0
premium_iconStudents welfare debt check saves $46mREVIEW STUDENTS on welfare have dodged debts totalling $46 million after they were asked to review the details they had provided to the federal government. Combined Shape0
premium_iconHeat surge leaves thousands of homes without power THOUSANDS of homes across Victoria have again been left without power overnight after the mercury reached 37C yesterday. nav_large_duration2hCombined Shape0
premium_iconInner city vax rates lowest in Melbourne INNER Melbourne parents are still shunning vaccines with the third lowest immunisation rates of all Victorian local government areas. INTERACTIVE: Check vaccination rates where you live Combined Shape0
premium_iconFed-up Melbourne drivers want new transport options MORNING traffic snarls are pushing motorists to the brink of frustration, with more than two thirds of commuters now forced to rethink their journey to work. nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
premium_iconEx-Domain boss allegedly ran old-school ‘boys club’ PROPERTY group Domain’s former chief executive Antony Catalano allowed an old-school “boys club” to flourish, where women were regularly “perved at”, a staffer has alleged
Stonnington Leaderpremium_iconHow many more eateries can Chaddy get?More choice IT’S known as the fashion capital, but with Chadstone planning to expand one of it’s four dining precincts it might soon become the mecca for Melbourne’s foodies. Combined Shape0
Frankston Standard LeaderTwice-on-ice drug-driver off the roadIced bozo A DROMANA drug-driver was on ice when he was caught by cops in a beat-up, bald-tyred car with no lights on a Frankston freeway in the early hours of the morning — and it wasn’t the first time he was caught under the influence. nav_large_duration4h
Cranbourne Leaderpremium_iconArmed vigilante gang sparks police warningNo fear POLICE have warned they will charge anyone found to have illegal weapons after it was revealed armed vigilantes are patrolling a Cranbourne street with crossbows, baseball bats and nunchucks in response to escalating crime. Combined Shape0
Mordialloc Chelsea Leaderpremium_iconPush for pub’s ‘iconic’ status to rival the MCGStatus stoush THE Mentone Hotel would have similar “living icon” heritage status to the MCG under plans by Kingston Council, but, with its “marathon drinking sessions”, does the pub really compare to one of the world’s best sporting grounds? Combined Shape0
Stonnington Leaderpremium_iconHow many more eateries can Chaddy get?More choice IT’S known as the fashion capital, but with Chadstone planning to expand one of it’s four dining precincts it might soon become the mecca for Melbourne’s foodies. Combined Shape0
Stonnington LeaderCops return stolen WWI medals to widowHuge relief A GLEN IRIS woman has spoken of her joy after police made an unlikely discovery and reunited her with treasured heirlooms that were taken when burglars ransacked her home more than a month ago. Combined Shape0
Stonnington LeaderWidow’s sorrow over stolen medalsLow act A GLEN IRIS grandmother has spoken out after burglars ransacked her home and made off with priceless family heirlooms — including her grandfather’s World War I service medals. Combined Shape0
Stonnington LeaderMega stamp duty for mega Toorak listingTaxing purchase AS if a potential $50 million price wasn’t enough, a Toorak mega property could come with a more than $6 million stamp duty bill. And local leaders have an ironic idea on how to spend it.
Mordialloc Chelsea Leaderpremium_iconPush for pub’s ‘iconic’ status to rival the MCGStatus stoush THE Mentone Hotel would have similar “living icon” heritage status to the MCG under plans by Kingston Council, but, with its “marathon drinking sessions”, does the pub really compare to one of the world’s best sporting grounds? Combined Shape0
Moorabbin Kingston Leaderpremium_icon‘Extraordinary and sorry tale’ of grandpa’s cannabis stashUnique case A 68-YEAR-OLD grandfather who volunteers in hospital oncology wards set up a “crude” cannabis oil-making system to help a sick friend, but Caulfield cops nabbed him with 5kg of the drug after his efforts “snowballed” in an attempt to make a bit of cash. Combined Shape0
Mordialloc Chelsea LeaderKingston Council may film public gallery after abuse claimsFilming fury KINGSTON council is considering recording members of the public at its meetings after some people reported being abused in the gallery. But Do Not Narrow Beach Road spokeswoman Robyn Nolan said the plan was a bid to “intimidate and bully the community”. Combined Shape0
Caulfield Glen Eira LeaderMonster beam latest in sky rail sagaFed-up A MAMMOTH sky rail track beam overshadowing Grange Rd in Caulfield East has been erected, leaving fed-up residents itching to sell.
Heidelberg LeaderCricket smashing it across BanyuleJunior growth CRICKET fever has hit Banyule children, who are strapping on gloves and pads and hitting the pitch more than ever before. Combined Shape0
Heidelberg LeaderBright future despite destructive fireUp in flames IVANHOE RSL members see the restoration of their building after a destructive blaze as the beginning of a bright future. And it wants your support. Combined Shape0
Monash Leaderpremium_iconAre developers trying to get away with too much?‘Completely inappropriate’ AN “outlandish” $71 million proposal for a 10-storey development with hotel rooms, apartments, a restaurant and a retirement village in Mt Waverley has been knocked back — and it’s not the only example of developers’ disregard for council rules. Combined Shape0
Heidelberg LeaderAdoption mix-up averted for missing MinxieHuman error A VIEWBANK moggy that ended up in the care of the Cat Protection Society was almost adopted out to a new family, only saved after the owner saw her advertised on the organisation’s website. The society will now change its “lost cat processes”. Combined Shape0
Maribyrnong LeaderSweet treat for Maidstone buyersRare offering A FORMER milkbar and shopfront in Maidstone is bringing all the buyers to its courtyard. And while the vendors got a sweet deal back in the 90s, they’re going to have to charge a bit more than that today.
Hume LeaderStunning home a beacon of Melbourne historyLabour of love AN Oak Park mansion with original parts of the home of Melbourne co-founder John Pascoe Fawkner still hidden inside its walls has hit the market. Take a peek at this rare piece of history.
Diamond Valley LeaderRail pain set to go onTrain pain PEDESTRIANS are dicing with death and drivers are pulling their hair out with the congestion surrounding the Diamond Creek level crossing. Combined Shape0
Whittlesea Leaderpremium_iconVenomous visitors no cause for concern: Snake HunterJust resting A VISITOR of the venomous kind has slithered into an Epping hospital for the third time in just over a year, but a snake handler says patients and visitors have nothing to fear. Combined Shape0
Sunbury LeaderStellar growth for Sunbury’s three-bedroom housesStar performer PRICES for Sunbury’s three-bedroom houses have risen at more than four times the rate of the city-wide median amid rising demand for the affordable postcode.
Moonee Valley LeaderRivers of the West campaign for cleaner waterwaysEnvironmental effort ENVIRONMENTALISTS are rallying together to advocate for cleaner urban waterways in Melbourne’s northwest, including the Maribyrnong River. Combined Shape0
Moreland LeaderBeethoven bonanza for BrunswickClassical music A MASSIVE Cristofori piano and a local on the theorbo will please classical music fans this month when the Brunswick Beethoven Festival holds court in a Sydney Rd church. Combined Shape0
Hume LeaderMore hit by flu across HumeImmunisation CASES of vaccine-preventable diseases more than doubled in Hume last year, fuelled by an influenza epidemic which hit more than 1500 people. Combined Shape0
Knox Leaderpremium_iconRoo rescue hampered by rules, says wildlife groupHopping mad A WAYWARD kangaroo nicknamed “Roo Boy” has found its way onto a Ferntree Gully primary school oval, but a wildlife group says it can’t relocate the animal because of a State Government regulation crackdown. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
Maroondah LeaderPush for public art on graffiti-hit bridgeBlank canvas A CROYDON railway bridge has been hit by graffiti vandals again, sparking calls for public art to be installed to stop the scourge. Combined Shape0
Knox LeaderFamily faces tough cancer battle‘Tsunami’ of support THE community is rallying to support a close-knit Lysterfield family who has endured a horror run, with five separate bouts of cancer between three of them in the past five years.
Maroondah LeaderTraffic chaos after Heathmont smashTraffic Chaos A MOTORIST has been branded “the luckiest man alive” after he smashed into a fence on the opposite side of Canterbury Rd near Heathmont this afternoon. Combined Shape0
Frankston Standard LeaderCouncil kicks in $55K for Coast Guard planRebuild boost MOVES for a new Coast Guard building on Frankston foreshore have received a boost with the council allocating $55,000 for geotechnical studies and concept plans.
Frankston Standard LeaderArtworks right out of the boxArt project EIGHT signal boxes in central Frankston have been transformed into a unique art project.
Frankston Standard LeaderTwice-on-ice drug-driver off the roadIced bozo A DROMANA drug-driver was on ice when he was caught by cops in a beat-up, bald-tyred car with no lights on a Frankston freeway in the early hours of the morning — and it wasn’t the first time he was caught under the influence. nav_large_duration4h
Frankston Standard LeaderPierce de resistance of Waterfront FestivalForeshore fun FRANKSTON foreshore will buzz with two days of free fun for the Waterfront Festival this weekend.
premium_iconMountaineer on top of the world after climbing challengePICTURE SPECIAL A MELBOURNE adventurer has become the world’s youngest person to complete the Seven Summits, Seven Volcanoes climbing challenge. SEE THE VIDEO Combined Shape0
premium_iconCruise ship sails into new home portSet sail LIFE is quite glamorous on-board a ship from the world’s largest cruise line. From fine-dining to a casino, the luxurious Carnival Legend pulls out all the stops — including one addition especially tailored for Melbourne’s coffee-obsessed clientele. Combined Shape0
premium_iconAussie Victoria’s Secret model to grace DJ’s catwalkFashion MODEL Victoria Lee says she’s more excited to walk the runway for David Jones tomorrow than when she debuted in the world-famous lingerie parade last year. Combined Shape0
How the world reacted to Dundee trailerStar power THE star-studded faux Crocodile Dundee trailer for Tourism Australia has prompted genuine calls for the actual movie to be made. Here’s how the genius campaign was hatched. Combined Shape0
Toorak man asleep in front of Queen St car park hit by car A TOORAK man who fell asleep outside a car park roller door in Melbourne’s CBD is fighting for his life after he was run over early this morning. nav_large_duration3h
premium_iconMan left for dead in Chapel St assault A MAN was left for dead on tram tracks while cowardly offenders fled following a vicious brawl on Chapel St this morning. nav_large_duration2mCombined Shape0
Man dies after Fawkner daylight hit-run AN ELDERLY man has died after a hit-run crash involving a black Maserati in Fawkner last month. nav_large_duration3h
Fire crews battle blaze at Laverton North recycling plant UP to 50 firefighters have battled a recycling plant blaze in Laverton North. nav_large_duration3hCombined Shape0
premium_iconSmear on Molan surely a new lowCruel vilification THIS smearing of former Major General Jim Molan shows a sickness in Labor, the media Left and especially the Greens, writes Andrew Bolt. Combined Shape0
premium_iconDrift to the Left has an ugly sideDirty attack VICTORIA’S Greens have done well from moderation so Richard Di Natale’s attack on newly elected Senator Jim Molan was ugly and risky, writes James Campbell. Combined Shape0
premium_iconWhy kids still love Enid Blyton’s booksSUSIE O’BRIEN ENID Blyton’s books have made a comeback because, at their heart, they tell great stories that kids still love, writes Susie O’Brien. Combined Shape0
premium_iconTrudeau’s ‘peoplekind’ is the last word in stupidityWar on English CANADA’S PM thinks the word ‘mankind’ is an affront. Perhaps we need an entirely new language to appease the easily-offended, writes Rita Panahi. Combined Shape0
BARNABY'S PRIVATE LIFE ISN 'T Why we're right to report on Barnaby Joyce's affair with his staffer. My editorial from The Bolt Report. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
SLIMING JIM MOLAN: WHAT HIS HATERS GOT WRONG This smearing of former Major General Jim Molan shows a sickness in Labor, the media Left and especially the Greens. They call him a "racist", war criminal and peddler of "fake" videos of Muslim violence. Wrong, wrong and wrong. The media is spreading fake news and the Greens rely on a clown of a witness. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
YOUR AFFAIR IS NOT YOUR OWN, BARNABY Sorry, but Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce has made his affair with his media adviser our business, too. That is not to damn him but to state a fact. For one, there's the public money. For two, there's Joyce's use of his family life in campaigning against same-sex marriage. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
BANDT IN MORE STRIFE THAN HE THINKS AS MOLAN THREATENS TO SUE Greens MP Adam Bandt could face legal action for calling former Major General Jim Molan a "coward" and probably war criminal. When you check his incredible source for that war-criminal smear, you'll find Bandt is in even more strife than lawyers say. See, he's relying on the evidence of an apologist for Robert Mugabe and Fidel Castro. nav_large_duration2hCombined Shape0
Taylor Swift punished for not preaching politics The bullying of Taylor Swift for the egregious crime of not publicly supporting Hillary Clinton or denouncing Donald Trump has entered its third year. 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
premium_iconWhy I banned MAFS from my church MURIEL was welcome, but it took me a matter of seconds to decide the fake weddings of Married at First Sight weren’t going to occur in my church, writes Reverend Michael Jensen. Combined Shape0
premium_iconThree year olds are too young for pre-school CALLS to lower the age of pre-school entry are pandering to helicopter parents. We need to preserve childhood and let kids develop at their own pace, writes Louise Roberts. Combined Shape0
premium_iconWhy are parents fighting school uniforms? NOT letting a child wear their choice of clothing may hamper their creative expression, but they can do that elsewhere, writes Jane Fynes-Clinton. Parents must stop bleating and back schools. Combined Shape0
premium_iconThe blood donation rule alienating Australians AS a nation, we need blood more than ever. So why is the Red Cross turning away people who want to offer up help, asks Sarah Daffy.
Man kills himself after massive lotto winLost riches A MAN who won more than $1.6 million in a lottery in Thailand has killed himself after celebrating his good fortune with family and friends. nav_large_duration40m
Inside Bulger killer’s twisted mindSick crimes ONE of the men who killed James Bulger 24 years ago has had his depraved ways aired in a London court where he was jailed for stomach-turning child sex offences. nav_large_duration3h
Quincy Jones: ‘I know who killed Kennedy’Explosive interview IN A jawdropping interview, music producer Quincy Jones has declared he knows who really killed JFK, among other revelations about Ivanka Trump and Michael Jackson. nav_large_duration4m
Top Trump aide quits amid abuse claimsAbuse claims WHITE House staff secretary Rob Porter, 38, has resigned amid allegations he abused two ex-wives, claims which he labelled “outrageous” and “simply false”. nav_large_duration2h
premium_iconPM accused of indigenous ‘contempt’ MALCOLM Turnbull has been slammed for leaving a Parliament House event early where a damning review of the government’s performance on indigenous health was launched. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconPM to apologise to abuse victims MALCOLM Turnbull is set to deliver an apology on behalf of all Australians to the survivors of institutional child sex abuse, telling Parliament they ‘deserve much better’. nav_large_duration1hCombined Shape0
premium_iconAussie in US cybercrime sting AN Australian man has been charged in the US as part of one of the Justice Department’s biggest ever cybercrime take-downs. nav_large_duration2m
What Barnaby refuses to answer DEPUTY PM Barnaby Joyce, who is expecting a baby with his ex-staffer, is sad his private life has been thrown into the public arena. Combined Shape0
premium_icon‘Melbhenge’ aligns to light CBD upSummer glow THE stars have aligned again to light up Melbourne CBD with a little-known phenomenon at sunset last night. Here’s how you captured “Melbhenge”. nav_large_duration4hCombined Shape0
AFLW round 2: Your guideAFLW AFLW returns this weekend for another thrilling round. If you’re planning on watching, we’ve got everything you need to know: Who’s playing when, and where - and how to get there.
Niall loves cheeky fan F-bombNEW DIRECTION Niall Horan admits getting to take his time making his solo debut Flicker was “how an album should be made” after years rush-recording One Direction albums. However he didn’t see how fans would alter Flicker’s title
premium_iconRelaxed racing trots into summerLow-key THE 2018 Festival of Racing kicks off this Saturday — but before you reach for a fascinator, there’s no need to frock up. This is the latest dress code rule that’s been relaxed at Caulfield. Combined Shape0
Laneway Festival 2018 ReviewBest and Worst of Edgy Festival Laneway Festival Melbourne didn’t sell out this year, mercifully, so there was enough room to move around and get close to artists with once-in-a-lifetime voices, writes Mikey Cahill
Bec gets intimateSexy campaign REBECCA Harding, girlfriend of Andy Lee, has nailed her first lingerie shoot as she steps up her pursuit of a modelling career. Combined Shape0
How to ring in the Year of the Dog in MelbourneCelebrations MELBOURNE’s Chinese community is gearing up to celebrate the Year of the Dog this month. From colourful festivals to special events, here’s what’s on around the city.
premium_iconThousands to celebrate Year of the DogEvents MELBOURNE is set to come alive with Asian fervour as Chinese New Year festivities celebrating the Year of the Dog light up the city from this weekend. Combined Shape0
premium_iconBillionaire puts Myer bosses on noticeWAR FOOTING BILLIONAIRE fashion magnate Solomon Lew is plotting to overthrow the board of Myer in a bid to revive the fortunes of the ailing department store chain. Combined Shape0
premium_iconThe thorny issue with our rosesVALENTINE’S DAY BEFORE you splash out on roses for your valentine next week, there’s an inconvenient truth you need to know. Not all roses are equal. Here’s why. nav_large_duration2mCombined Shape0
CBA’s $575m shame kittyHumble pie AUSTRALIA’S biggest bank has set aside a $575 million kitty to cover any costs from its succession of scandals, including its legal war with the dirty-money watchdog. Combined Shape0
premium_iconCBA splits bill on levy and penaltyMixed result THE performance of Australia’s biggest, most profitable and in recent times most “controversial” bank was a fascinating mix of “firing on all cylinders” and deliberate restraint, writes Terry McCrann. Combined Shape0
premium_iconWhat trauma? It will fade back to black THIS is not a replay of October 1987, when we woke to the news of an “impossible” crash on Wall Street, nor is it 2008, when the entire world’s banking system almost collapsed, writes Terry McCrann. Combined Shape0
premium_iconDon’t panic: it’s not 2008 or 1987 THIS is the correction Wall Street had to have. For us, it is the correction we do not need but cannot avoid, writes Terry McCrann. Combined Shape0
premium_iconMarket correction is long overdue WALL St plunged overnight Friday. Our market will follow — threatening to go through 6000 again. But this time in the wrong direction. Is this an ominous replay of the Great Crash of 1987, asks Terry McCrann. Combined Shape0
premium_iconSteady inflation means steady rates 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_iconHow relationships can cloud judgment BANKRUPTCY, credit cards, and loans are all stressful. But when it comes to tackling your debt demons then relationships can often cloud your financial judgment, says the Barefoot Investor. 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
Supermarket savings in 14 easy steps SUPERMARKETS are full of subtle pricing tricks and traps to get you to part with your hard earned. David Koch reveals how to beat them at their own game. Combined Shape0
Why I fill my car when it’s not empty JOHN Rolfe explains how he saves big cash by filling his car with petrol at a certain time, even when he is nowhere near empty. Combined Shape0
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.
How to solve your money transfer woes AUSTRALIANS are being charged plenty to send money overseas through transfer fees but there is a better way most of us are unaware of. Combined Shape0
Toorak mansion has eight-figure asking priceYou wish THIS imposing mansion is being marketed as “one of Toorak’s finest homes in one of Melbourne’s most prestigious locations” — and it has the price tag to match.
Has your suburb joined Melbourne’s million-dollar club?Price boom VICTORIA’S million-dollar club swelled by more than 50 suburbs last year, new figures show. Find out which areas joined the list.
Rare riverside pad tipped to float buyers’ boatsDream home RIVERSIDE homes are few and far between in Melbourne — and this one has just hit the market in Hawthorn for the first time in almost 31 years.
Beechworth landmark for sale for first time in 30 yearsProperty Confidential LONGTIME owners of ‘The Old Priory’ — which comfortably accommodates 200 guests — are selling up in Beechworth with price hopes of more than $2 million for the historic property.
Airport hack: Why I always wear these shoesTop tips HE’S travelled the globe, including 12 countries just last year, so it’s no surprise this travel expert has his airport routine down to a fine art. Here’s how it’s done.
Bali’s back: Five stars from $85 a nightHot deals BALI hotels are slashing prices by more than 50 per cent and giving away tens of thousands of dollars in freebies to try to lure back holiday-makers.
The $5 secret to travelling in JapanTravel advice READER TIPS: In a country renowned for its slick bullet trains, this traveller swears by another way to see the sights. Here are 10 things to know when you visit Japan.
Revealed: Australia’s newest mega shipFirst look AUSSIES just love a cruise holiday — so much so the world’s largest cruise line has decided to send one of its biggest ships Down Under. Take a peek on board.
ACCC puts Hyundai on the hoistCAR TROUBLE HYUNDAI is the second car maker to agree to better protection for buyers under Australian Consumer Law. nav_large_duration25m
Ford Ranger Raptor unveiledUTE BEAUTY THE Ford Ranger Raptor has finally been unveiled. It has a bold new look, race ready suspension ... and a twin-turbo 2.0-litre diesel.
RAPTOR READY TO ROARMOTORING Ford has revealed the much-hyped Ranger Raptor dual-cab ute with twin-turbo power, 10-speed auto, tough all-wheel drive — and a price tag tipped to be in the $80K range.
Infiniti reinvents engine’s internalsMotoring As the motoring world prepares to switch to electricity, Infiniti — Nissan’s prestige arm — has fitted a re-imagined engine to its new QX50 premium mid-size SUV.
Major delays after truck smash in Domain TunnelTraffic chaos PEAK-HOUR commuters have been warned to expect major delays after an over-height truck closed two inbound lanes in Melbourne’s Domain Tunnel this afternoon. nav_large_duration4mCombined Shape0
premium_iconBatman by-election set for MarchVACANT SEAT A BY-ELECTION for the federal seat of Batman has been set for March after Labor MP David Feeney resigned over his dual British citizenship. nav_large_duration2mCombined Shape0
Target’s future in doubt as Kmart boomsRetail trends WHILE Kmart is going from strength to strength, Target’s profits have crashed. So how did it all go so wrong for the iconic brand? Combined Shape0
premium_iconHomeowners fork out as big banks dud loyal customersProductivity report AUSTRALIANS are being slugged an extra $1000 a year on their mortgages because the big banks are dudding their most loyal customers, a damning report has found. Combined Shape0