10 h. ago ‘Move over, Ben’: How Jamie Melham pushed her husband aside in incredible Cup ride

We break down the champion jockey’s history-making race. Watch how she did it.

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11 h. ago This horse finished last with breathing problems. His trainer explained what happened

Buckaroo was a $10 chance and considered one of the class horses in the Cup. But after a late call to run the horse, the race didn’t pan out as hoped.

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13 h. ago Melbourne Cup 2025 LIVE: Your last minute guide to every horse in the cup as race gets ready to jump; Presage Nocturne firms as new favourite over Al Riffa, Half Yours

The race that stops a nation is about to jump as we bring you live updates on all the final scratchings, betting fluctuations, and expert tips for the field of horses. Follow our rolling coverage.

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14 h. ago Melbourne Cup 2025 LIVE: The $500,000 bet that made Al Riffa the favourite; Rain watch as Zahra stars ahead of Cup ride

Follow all the action from Flemington as we gear up for a huge day of racing and fashion ahead of the race that stops the nation.

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15 h. ago Australia news LIVE: Hastie leadership threat looms for Ley; Medieval tower collapses in Rome, killing worker; Horses, punters gear up for Melbourne Cup 2025

Follow along as we bring you the latest live news updates from Australia and around the world.

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16 h. ago Lehrmann’s fears of ‘Christmas raid’ by national corruption watchdog

The former federal Liberal staffer has told the Federal Court he has been questioned by the National Anti-Corruption Commission in two separate investigations.

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30 h. ago I’ve watched Gai Waterhouse transform this horse — and something is different

A horse attempting the Melbourne Cup for the third time hasn’t triumphed in more than 30 years. But something about this runner feels different — a new calmness, a sharper focus, and a maturity that wasn’t there before.

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46 h. ago Watch the video: ‘What the hell just happened?’ Robbie Dolan relives elation of Cup win

Twelve months after he shocked the world by joining the Melbourne Cup honour role, the Irish jockey relives the race blow by blow.

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2 d. ago ‘I couldn’t sleep for days’: The Sydney designer making shoes with Adidas

Song of the Mute co-founder Melvin Tanaya also shares the items on his wish list, including a very fancy watch.

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3 d. ago Derby Day LIVE updates: Watch: Pride Of Jenni storms to stunning win while Zahra dominates Derby Day

Follow along for live updates, fashion and news from Victoria Derby Day at Flemington as the spring racing carnival continues.

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4 d. ago I spent 35 hours watching Aliens and Predators. Finally, we have a winner

The space-beastie franchises have been sparring for decades. Will Badlands be enough to tip the scales?

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4 d. ago My phone beeped with devastating news. The joys and shattering lows of being a 1 per cent racehorse owner

When tragedy struck, we reasoned that we couldn’t let a freak accident put us off something we love. For our family and friends, horse ownership is about doing something together. Now we have a hope in the Derby.

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4 d. ago My phone beeped with devastating news. The joys and shattering lows of owning a share in a racehorse

When tragedy struck, we reasoned that we couldn’t let a freak accident put us off something we love. For our family and friends, horse ownership is about doing something together. Now we have a hope in the Derby.

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4 d. ago I watched 31 horror movies this month. This is what I learnt

Horror movies are having quite a moment, but are they as enjoyable when you have to watch one every day of the month?

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5 d. ago Clubs told of more potential rule changes on AFL ‘watch list’ for 2027

Players who collapse at the knees to draw free kicks are in the spotlight, after a raft of rule changes were unveiled this week.

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5 d. ago From shark killers to friendly ghosts: 10 Halloween movies for every mood

Whether you’re watching with the family, keen for a laugh with friends or looking for a serious fright, there’s plenty of new content to suit every taste over Halloween weekend.

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6 d. ago What to stream this week: Emma Thompson’s detective thriller, plus five more picks

While Down Cemetery Road will be compared to Slow Horses, once you lean into the considerable differences it comes into its own.

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6 d. ago From the blackbooker to blinkers: Your Melbourne Cup guide to the language of racing

If you don’t know your maidens from your mudlarks, this glossary of horse racing terms is for you.

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6 d. ago Kacey Musgraves just wants to ride horses, do mushrooms and camp under the stars

Country music’s cosmic explorer brings her “cottage witch” era to Australia this month.

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6 d. ago Her last trip to Australia nearly ‘broke’ her, but this music icon is back

Kacey Musgraves, country music’s cosmic explorer, brings her “cottage witch” era to Australia this month.

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