14 h. ago ‘Extremely timid’: Expert slams state’s limited trial for power line tree pruning

Strict regulations that require severe pruning of street trees around power lines could be eased in a trial aimed at improving urban canopy cover.

Events

14 h. ago How contentious taxes have helped make Melbourne a beacon of housing affordability

Investors have a saying: “Anywhere but Melbourne.” But that sentiment has had an upside for home buyers.

Economics

14 h. ago How hated taxes helped make Melbourne a beacon of housing affordability

Investors have a saying: “Anywhere but Melbourne.” But that sentiment has had an upside for home buyers.

Economics

16 h. ago ‘Utter darkness’ of antisemitism must be examined, says Melbourne archbishop

The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has joined the growing numbers calling for a federal inquiry into antisemitism, but stopped short of advocating for a royal commission.

Politics

18 h. ago Minister ‘working every day’ as flood disaster strikes state’s north

The disaster recovery minister had booked leave for shortly before Christmas, when regions in North Queensland copped a year’s worth of rain.

Events

38 h. ago ‘We do want a third day’: McGrath Foundation counting on you, Albanese tells Australia’s cricketers

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has urged Australia and England players to ensure the SCG Test lasts longer than the two-day affairs in Perth and Melbourne earlier in the Ashes series.

Politics

38 h. ago Todd Murphy relishes the prospect of a Bazball battering; Steve Waugh to present Ashes trophy

The spinner expects England to go after him if he’s given the nod at the SCG. He’s confident his revitalised action can bring the tourists unstuck.

Politics

41 h. ago Why Todd Murphy is relishing the prospect of a Bazball battering

The spinner expects England to go after him if he’s given the nod at the SCG. He’s confident his revitalised action can bring the tourists unstuck.

Politics

48 h. ago Fires, injuries as rogue fireworks incidents explode during Melbourne’s NYE celebrations

A fire ignited on the roof of the building that houses the Victorian premier’s office, and two men were stabbed during a machete attack at a famous dining strip during New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Events

49 h. ago Every Wall Street analyst now predicts a stock rally in 2026

An optimistic consensus has taken hold: the US stock market will rally in 2026 for a fourth straight year, marking the longest winning streak in nearly two decades.

Politics

52 h. ago A famous NYC bar lands on Flinders Lane. How much sense does it make in Melbourne?

Death & Co, a key player in the global craft cocktail game, is here to take you from date night to late night, with cocktails it’s got a reputation for.

Politics

63 h. ago The retiree and former star chef restoring Melbourne one panel at a time

When his daughter asked him to restore the copper trims of her shop windows, Brian James wasn’t sure he had what it took. Six years later, business is booming.

Politics

64 h. ago ‘People don’t want to think about it’: How animal shelters are reaching crisis point

Pregnant and homeless at Christmas, a Staffordshire bull terrier named Peridot has been given a new year’s lifeline. But experts say rehoming pets in need is becoming increasingly difficult.

Events

64 h. ago Sydney NYE LIVE updates: First fireworks light up the harbour as Sydney celebrates

Follow along as we bring you the latest live updates as Sydney gears up for New Year’s Eve celebrations amid a heightened police presence following the Bondi terror attack.

Events

65 h. ago De Minaur lauds young gun’s ‘unbelievable rise’ ahead of Australian Open

Australia’s Alex de Minaur and Maya Joint will have the chance to play as a team at the United Cup before heading to Melbourne for the first grand slam of the year.

Politics

67 h. ago Sydney NYE LIVE updates: Thousands flock to vantage points; Heavy police presence expected

Follow along as we bring you the latest live updates as Sydney gears up for New Year’s Eve celebrations amid a heightened police presence following the Bondi terror attack.

Events

3 d. ago Police continue to hunt man after failed carjacking attempt on busy Melbourne street

Police are asking the public to help identify a man who fled the scene of an attempted carjacking on a busy Melbourne street more than four months ago.

Events

3 d. ago The big global trades of 2025: Bubbles, cockroaches and Trump coins

As the year draws to a close, here are some of this year’s most eye-catching market wagers – the wins, the wipe-outs and the positions that defined the year.

Politics

3 d. ago NSW Premier says ‘different kind of policing’ for Sydney on NYE

Thousands of heavily armed police will be deployed on Sydney streets tomorrow night as part of the biggest ever New Year's Eve security operation.

Events

3 d. ago From Australian classics to Broadway hits: 10 new shows coming in 2026

Theatre critic Cameron Woodhead narrows down the best 10 shows coming to Melbourne stages in 2026.

Events