63 m. ago Find matcha, wagyu skewers, sushi tacos and more at a new one

Getting your Japanese fix has never been simpler, thanks to a one-of-a-kind mega venue that wraps five different venues into one. And it’s inspired by a Melbourne institution that might surprise you.

Politics

6 h. ago ASX opens higher; Abu Dhabi lobs $30b takeover bid for Santos

The Australian sharemarket has opened higher, with energy giant Santos surging on the back of a $30 billion takeover bid from a consortium led by Abu Dhabi’s national oil company.

Politics

7 h. ago This iconic Melbourne bookshop is on the move – 120 metres up the road

After 100-odd years, the Hill of Content bookshop is moving but will remain on the hill in Bourke Street that gave it its name.

Politics

12 h. ago Phoenix uprising: Melbourne team joins legal action against NBL

The simmering off-court dispute between the basketball league and certain teams has escalated with a club part-owned by tennis star Nick Kyrgios and Australian Boomers guard Dante Exum declaring its concerns.

Politics

16 h. ago Celebration, trepidation and anger: Iranians have conflicting emotions over Israeli airstrikes

While some Iranians view the attacks as a means to salvation, others are terrified of the unpredictable consequences of war.

Politics

16 h. ago Australian suspects in Bali villa shooting face death penalty

Indonesian police have launched a manhunt for two Australians after an ambush at a luxury villa left a Melbourne man dead and another man with gangland links seriously injured.

Events

21 h. ago Israeli strikes on Iran’s oil stoke fears of higher petrol prices

Motorists can expect to pay 12¢ a litre more for petrol within weeks if the oil price spike caused by war in the Middle East continues, economists predict.

Politics

27 h. ago First Ukraine, now Israel: How smuggling drones is changing the art of war

Many details about the secretive operations and how they were carried out remain murky, but such missions can take years to plan and are fraught with danger.

Events

31 h. ago ‘All about the sauce’: Pass the bread to swipe through this cosy sausage stew

Melbourne Greek restaurateur Eleftheria Amanatidis shares a treasured family recipe for spetsofai, made with loukaniko sausages.

Politics

31 h. ago ‘Tremendous growth’: Melbourne’s prestige suburbs outperforming the rest

Melbourne’s leafy middle suburbs have outperformed some inner-city neighbourhoods when it comes to price growth over a five-year period.

Politics

31 h. ago ‘Zombie killers’ and the ‘lost boys’ of Melbourne’s warring youth gangs

Youth crime waves aren’t new, but experts warn street violence has been gamified. And it’s escalating, with more teens from middle-class backgrounds involved.

Events

31 h. ago Step inside this renovated Melbourne apartment with ‘good bones’

Pops of colour add impact to this modern home’s monochrome palette.

Politics

31 h. ago Good enough: Simon Goodwin’s done enough repairs to coach Demons next year

As Melbourne sit at 5-8, with little prospect of playing finals, Goodwin has nonetheless done enough to coach this team in 2026. But they shouldn’t be rushing to re-contract the coach beyond 2026.

Politics

37 h. ago North Melbourne vs Fremantle LIVE: Kangaroos left heartbroken after thriller in the west; Jezza speaks up for Bailey after Cats’ dominant win

Alastair Clarkson’s men are putting up a huge fight in the west. Earlier, the Cats annihilated the Bombers and the Giants stunned the Lions at the Gabba

Politics

38 h. ago North Melbourne vs Fremantle LIVE: Larkey kicks truly as Roos mount late comeback against Dockers in Perth; Jezza says Cats have Smith’s back

Alastair Clarkson’s men are putting up a huge fight in the west. Earlier, the Cats annihilated the Bombers and the Giants stunned the Lions at the Gabba

Politics

39 h. ago North Melbourne vs Fremantle LIVE: Kangaroos and Dockers locked in Optus Stadium arm wrestle; Jezza says Cats have Smith’s back

Alastair Clarkson’s men are putting up a huge fight in the west. Earlier, the Cats annihilated the Bombers and the Giants stunned the Lions at the Gabba

Politics

40 h. ago North Melbourne vs Fremantle LIVE: Roos, Dockers trade goals early; Jezza says Cats have Smith’s back; the play that summed up the baby Bombers’ dirty day

Geelong dominated a rebuilding Essendon, looming as every bit the premiership threat. Next up: The Kangaroos face the Dockers at Optus Stadium.

Events

41 h. ago Teen charged, another on the run after stabbing and assault in Melbourne

A 19-year-old has been charged, and police are searching for another teen over an alleged stabbing and assault in a Keysborough shopping centre.

Events

43 h. ago Essendon v Geelong LIVE: Ruthless Cats making young Bombers pay for costly mistakes in front of bumper MCG crowd

The Cats and Dons take to the MCG for a twilight matchup before North Melbourne and Fremantle face off as AFL Saturday continues into round 14. Follow along for live coverage.

Events

43 h. ago Architect and builder pay $2m for 1980s penthouse with Harbour Bridge views

The couple paid $2,025,000 at auction on Saturday for the penthouse they were drawn to for its solid 1980s construction.

Economics