2 h. ago ‘There’s more than fascinators’: The top hats of the Melbourne Cup

Flimsy feathered fascinators once reigned but this year, everything from pillboxes to big hats is popular with customers and milliners taking part in the Lillian Frank Millinery Award.

Politics

2 h. ago Stacey died in tragic circumstances. We must stop this happening to other mothers

The profoundly distressing death of a Melbourne nutritionist has shaken the medical profession in a way that words can barely capture.

Events

3 h. ago Transport official denies asking contractor to buy him $130,000 yellow Mercedes

The alleged mastermind of a kickback scheme sent text messages and an image of the luxury car worth more than $130,000 to the small family business, the ICAC has heard.

Economics

4 h. ago Inflation shock sends ASX lower; Banks decline, Woolworths gains

The Australian sharemarket slumped after inflation unexpectedly jumped in the latest quarter, wiping out hopes for a rate cut at the Reserve Bank’s next meeting on Melbourne Cup Day.

Events

5 h. ago Melbourne teen fighting for life after shock accident at cricket training

A young cricketer is fighting for his life in hospital after being injured during cricket training in Melbourne yesterday.

Events

5 h. ago Young family confronted by men with hammers in early morning break

A young family in Melbourne's eastern suburbs has been confronted by armed offenders in an early morning attack.

Politics

5 h. ago Woman to face court today over allegedly switching off gas supplies

A woman accused of sabotaging gas supplies at two Sydney hospitals will face court today.

Events

6 h. ago More than 700 allegations of child abuse in childcare sector last year

A new report by the state’s children commissioner shows the number of abuse cases referred to the agency from early childhood services has soared by 32 per cent since 2023-24.

Transport

6 h. ago Urgent security review for all NSW public hospitals as patient dies after alleged gas sabotage

A man has died at Sutherland Hospital after a woman allegedly tampered with gas supplies at the facility, sparking an urgent review of medical gases at all NSW public hospitals.

Science

6 h. ago Urgent security review for all NSW public hospitals after alleged gas sabotage

A man has died at Sutherland Hospital after a woman allegedly tampered with gas supplies at the facility, sparking the investigation.

Politics

7 h. ago DNA from accused Easey Street killer’s old car links him to 1977 murders

Police say DNA tested in 2018 linked Perry Kouroumblis to the murder of two women in Collingwood in 1977, eventually leading to his arrest last year.

Events

8 h. ago Father confronted by men with hammers during early morning break

A father has been confronted by men with hammers during an early morning break-in at his home in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.

Politics

8 h. ago This savoury Danish roll is worth queuing for at a new bakery by a fine dining pastry chef

Butter Days Bakery in Malvern is run by Dessert Masters winner John Demetrios and his wife Martina.

Politics

9 h. ago Fitzroy’s El Columpio opens surf ‘n’ turf taco kiosk on St Kilda Beach

The northside favourite has ventured south of the river with a seafood spin-off.

Technology

9 h. ago Man, 72, dies at Sydney hospital after gas allegedly sabotaged

Police are now investigating whether the two incidents are linked.

Politics

9 h. ago Jelly Roll delights with all his hits plus The Angels and a shoey to boot

The artist formerly known as Jason Bradley DeFord delighted locals with his songs of struggle and redemption.

Events

9 h. ago End of the lunchbox: How a simple hot meal is transforming life for Melbourne students – and their parents

Schools providing free, hot lunches has been linked to boosting a student’s lifetime earnings. But that’s not why this Melbourne school is doing it.

Society

9 h. ago A Melbourne public school hired a chef. It was an instant hit with students and parents

Schools providing hot lunches has been linked to boosting a student’s lifetime earnings. But that’s not why this Melbourne school is doing it.

Society

9 h. ago The two AFL greats who helped Harry Grant to Kangaroos captaincy

As he prepares to captain Australia for the first time, the Melbourne hooker credited the influence of two big-name Australian football stars for his evolution as a leader.

Politics

9 h. 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.

Politics