7 h. ago AFL teams and expert tips: Curnow named, Papley and Greene return but Swans leader dropped

After a week in the spotlight, Charlie Curnow has been named to take his place in the Blues’ side against North Melbourne.

Politics

9 h. ago Motorcyclist dies after losing control on Melbourne freeway on

A motorcyclist has been killed after crashing into a barrier near the Princes Freeway in Altona.

Politics

10 h. ago It’s matcha burnt cheesecake gelato, wagyu hot pot and more at this huge Japanese food precinct

Omi 380 is a mega dining hall featuring all the current hits of Japanese food.

Events

10 h. ago Three Australian men have been charged with murder in Indonesia

It follows the shooting death of Melbourne man Zivan Radmanovic, and wounding of his friend Sanar Ghanim, in a Bali villa last weekend.

Events

11 h. ago An old cottage next to Ripponlea Station serves one of the best salad sangers in town

Stop by Rippers for milkshakes, fries, burgers and more.

Politics

12 h. ago No rice or noodle dish is over $15 at Junda Khoo’s new rooftop beer hall

Ho Liao is the cherry on top of the Sydney chef’s three-storey Malaysian mega venue in Melbourne’s CBD.

Politics

14 h. ago Melbourne shopping centre evacuated for second time in 24 hours

Billowing smoke has forced shoppers from Northland Shopping Centre, hours after a man was arrested for allegedly driving a car through the centre yesterday.

Events

32 h. ago Schools boss signed off on $67,000 ‘fungus bench’ that was flagged as biosecurity hazard

The former schools building boss has denied showing favouritism, despite his “communications fairy godmother” writing the brief for a tender her company won.

Technology

32 h. ago This Brunswick ramen bar specialises in just one type of broth

Ramen Shouyuya Sake Bar is geared around shoyu ramen in only three varieties.

Politics

38 h. ago Is this Melbourne’s only CEO job with sheep grazing outside the office?

Justine Hyde has an ambitious plan to put Abbotsford Convent on the map, setting her sights on transforming it into more than just a haven for locals.

Politics

39 h. ago Crumbling school hall forces students to miss an hour of class each day

Senior pupils at a primary school in Melbourne’s inner west are being transported by bus to a nearby college every day because of an “unsafe” building.

Events

42 h. ago An Aussie has lobbed in the winner’s circle at Royal Ascot on his way to Ibiza

Asfoora failed to defend her crown at Royal Ascot overnight, but an Australian Melbourne Cup-winning jockey stole the show.

Politics

45 h. ago Why the Finnish ambassador is driving a Camry from Perth to Darwin

His Toyota Camry is dubbed the ‘Happiest Car in the World’. Will it make it along the Gibb River Road?

Politics

45 h. ago This perfect NSW play shows just how much trouble Queensland are in

The Blues have nailed one of my all-time favourite plays. It’s nearly impossible to defend, and the Maroons have already hit desperation stakes ahead of Origin II.

Politics

54 h. ago Cash the ‘biggest sticking point’: Paul Guerra’s challenge to build Melbourne a Caulfield home

Melbourne’s new CEO takes control in September. These are the hurdles he has to clear to secure the Demons their new base.

Politics

55 h. ago Two arrested after Melbourne man killed and another injured at shooting inside Bali villa

One man was arrested in Jakarta and another was caught making his way there, local police confirmed today.

Events

56 h. ago Fit and rested Harry’s Bar chases second success at Canterbury

If Harry’s Bar was a shade vulnerable first-up, that will not be the case when the reliable mare chases her second career win on Wednesday.

Politics

57 h. ago There’s only room for 15 guests at this tiny Brunswick East bar

Tiny Bar lives up to its name.

Politics

58 h. ago Melbourne council to repay millions in overcharged parking fines

A Melbourne council has confessed to overcharging drivers with parking fines for more than a decade.

Economics

59 h. ago Get warm, salty fougasse, deli goods and more at Backhaus Bakery’s new Essendon shop

The Airport West wholesale baker has opened a new retail space and food store.

Events