2 h. ago The ‘Japanese blood’ plan that could drastically change rugby’s player market

For years, cashed-up clubs in Japan have raided Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands for stars. But the numbers of players being poached may soon dry up.

Sport

8 h. ago Bombers hold on in Good Friday thriller but star big man is facing a long injury lay

Brad Scott has all but confirmed the worst fears of Essendon fans – that Sam Draper has injured his Achilles.

Events

11 h. ago AFL LIVE: Bombers hold on in Good Friday thriller but face losing star ruck to serious injury

The Kangaroos went down badly to Carlton at Marvel. Follow along live for the action on Good Friday as West Coast host Essendon in Perth in the second match.

Events

11 h. ago As Blues sweat on star’s fitness after thumping win, Clarkson launches defence of Roos’ Good Friday role

Carlton will monitor the fitness of Jacob Weitering, while North’s coach admitted their rebirth was slower than expected while defending the club’s ongoing role in the Good Friday clash.

Politics

12 h. ago AFL Good Friday LIVE: Nervous moments for Dons as Eagles still lead; Blues destroy lowly Roos

The Kangaroos went down badly to Carlton at Marvel. Follow along live for the action on Good Friday as West Coast host Essendon in Perth in the second match.

Politics

13 h. ago AFL LIVE: Danger signs for Dons as Eagles lead; Blues annihilate Roos in Marvel fizzer

The Kangaroos are going down badly. Follow along live for the second-half action from Marvel Stadium here. Later on, Good Friday West Coast host Essendon in Perth.

Politics

13 h. ago Vigil for man shot dead by police after witness questions why Taser, pepper spray weren’t used

Footscray residents are questioning why police didn’t use tasers or pepper spray before fatally shooting a man who charged at them with a knife in Melbourne’s inner west overnight.

Events

14 h. ago AFL Good Friday LIVE: Can Carlton win by 100 points? Blues charging as Kangas fall to pieces

The Kangaroos are going down badly. Follow along live for the second-half action from Marvel Stadium here. Later on, Good Friday West Coast host Essendon in Perth.

Politics

14 h. ago ‘Chilling’ video shows surgeon stomping on Monique Ryan corflute

A Melbourne surgeon has admitted tearing down the election sign before tutoring men in how to “bury the body”, outraging anti-violence campaigners and politicians.

Science

15 h. ago This man paid $50,000 to bring Gout Gout to Stawell, and would have doubled it

Sandy McGregor has owned Melbourne Cup and Grand National winners. He says Gout’s profile makes him the Black Caviar of athletics.

Politics

16 h. ago AFL Good Friday LIVE: Warm conditions for Roos v Blues; Neale blasts online trolls

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of Good Friday footy. There are two matches today. The action begins in Melbourne in remarkably warm conditions with Carlton clashing with North Melbourne. Later West Coast host Essendon.

Events

17 h. ago AFL Good Friday LIVE: Warm conditions for Kangas v Carlton clash

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of Good Friday footy. There are two matches today. The action begins in Melbourne in remarkably warm conditions with Carlton clashing with North Melbourne.

Events

20 h. ago Why Origin star left a powerhouse, and has pledged to fight for new deal

Before facing his old club, Felise Kaufusi reveals why he left, his hope to play on, being a dad in the spotlight and his stance on the Test eligibility debate.

Politics

22 h. ago It’s worth the drive just for the cabbage rolls at this suburban Macedonian diner

Marijan Nikolovski and his family serve kebapi sausages, flavour-forward dips and more at Balkan Skara in Melbourne’s north.

Politics

26 h. ago Police shooting witness questions why Tasers or pepper spray weren’t used

Footscray residents are questioning why police didn’t use tasers or pepper spray before fatally shooting a man who charged at them with a knife in Melbourne’s inner west overnight.

Events

27 h. ago Which is Victoria’s smallest federal electorate? Take The Age quiz

How well do you know Melbourne and Victoria? Test your trivia and news knowledge with The Age’s weekly quiz.

Politics

31 h. ago How the Daicos boys dominated the battle of brothers: Four things learnt in the Lions’ defeat

Even Pies coach Craig McRae was blown away by what the Daicos brothers produced under Thursday night lights against his former club.

Politics

35 h. ago Vowing to play beyond 2025, an Origin star braces for tough family talks

Before facing his old club, Felise Kaufusi reveals why he left, his hope to play on, being a dad in the spotlight and his stance on the Test eligibility debate.

Politics

40 h. ago You’ll hit the jackpot at this suburban Chinese restaurant with heart – and perfect prawn toast

Come for the dumplings and prawn toast, stay for the warm, cosy atmosphere at convivial Potluck.

Events

40 h. ago ‘You never know who is watching’: Tigers rocked by Galvin threats

The Tigers have received anonymous threats against young star Lachlan Galvin since he announced he wanted to leave the club.

Events