2 h. ago Heat deaths to soar from ‘cascading’ climate risks, landmark federal report warns

Heat deaths will increase more than 400 per cent in Sydney and will nearly triple in Melbourne at three degrees of global warming.

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2 h. ago The 2026 Good Food Guide to be launched in October with exciting new features

The SMH and Age Guides will feature anonymously written reviews across various price points, cuisines and suburbs, available via the Good Food app and an 80-page liftout.

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12 h. ago He took his kids to circus class. Now he’s a world record holder

What do you do after rolling a plane 987 times? For this Melbourne father, you join the circus.

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27 h. ago How is that an Aussie fair go, for the War Memorial to change the rules at half

I was surprised, and not surprised, that my book had been twice rejected by the Australian War Memorial as winner of the Les Carlyon Literary Award, despite being nominated by independent judges.

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31 h. ago From Ghost Shark to Ghost Bat, Australia finally enters the age of drone warfare

Long regarded as a laggard in acquiring military drones, Australia is beginning to embrace the potential of uncrewed, autonomous submarines and aircraft.

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31 h. ago Lauren tried to get her bathroom fixed. Then she got told to leave

A Melbourne renter says she was left without a safe bathroom, and told by her property manager to use public facilities like pools and the library instead.

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36 h. ago Hoop dreams: Kingsley Just achieves a record for the most aerial hoop somersaults in one minute

Kingsley Just earns a listing in the new Guinness Book of Records for the most aerial hoop somersaults in one minute (male) with 57 somersaults. Achieved in June 2024 at Circus Nexus in Preston, Melbourne.

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41 h. ago Scuffles break out as four competing rallies converge on Melbourne

Chaotic scenes unfolded on the streets of Melbourne on Saturday as agitators from largely peaceful protests that drew thousands of people clashed in the CBD.

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47 h. ago The injury that left Cameron Munster ‘rolling around like a stuffed chook’

Melbourne Storm star has allayed concerns over what initially looked like a serious ankle injury late in Friday’s win over Canterbury

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48 h. ago ‘Too quickly for me’: Bucks on Melbourne’s coach selection process as Steven King lands the role

Collingwood great Buckley had been the perceived favourite for the Melbourne job, and is now a frontrunner to be inaugural coach of Tasmania.

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49 h. ago ‘Independent’ voters, 13 candidates and the spectre of Ward: Polls open in the battle for Kiama

Labor appears to be favourite as voters head to the polls, while a Liberal loss will spell trouble for Mark Speakman’s leadership.

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62 h. ago Ciraldo rips into refs following Dogs loss to Storm; Crichton goes down injured

Melbourne Storm will yet again host a preliminary final while the Bulldogs have to lick their wounds after losing skipper Stephen Crichton to a serious ankle injury. Follow along for live updates and post game news.

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63 h. ago Our nine favourite homes for sale across Melbourne right now

From a pretty heritage facade to a neutral palette, we’ve rounded up the best properties on the market right now to help you choose.

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65 h. ago Cops face court accused of unlawful killing of Melbourne man

Two police officers have faced court accused of unlawfully killing a man who died in hospital following his arrest in a car park

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67 h. ago How a seasoned assistant landed the Demons coaching job ahead of ‘Bucks’

Collingwood great Buckley had been the perceived favourite for the Melbourne job, and is now a frontrunner to be inaugural coach of Tasmania.

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67 h. ago Australia news as it happened: New footage of Charlie Kirk assassination suspect released; PM says Islamophobia an attack on Australia’s ‘core values’

Follow live as we bring you the news from Australia and beyond.

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2 d. ago Australia news LIVE: New footage of Charlie Kirk assassination suspect released; PM says Islamophobia an attack on Australia’s ‘core values’

Follow live as we bring you the news from Australia and beyond.

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3 d. ago New footage shows suspect jumping off roof, fleeing Kirk assassination scene

The FBI released new surveillance showing the man they believe shot Charlie Kirk making his getaway in the moments after the MAGA activist was killed.

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3 d. ago A handful of actors play a cast of thousands in this Hitchcock thriller with a twist

The 39 Steps transforms a Hitchcock classic into a slick, enjoyable live entertainment with serious comic talent behind it, and should tickle a broad audience.

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3 d. ago Homecoming show hits the heights for Sir Elton John’s new favourites

The 39 Steps transforms a Hitchcock classic into a slick, enjoyable live entertainment with serious comic talent behind it, and should tickle a broad audience.

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