71 m. ago 'Breakdown' of MCG security before guns allegedly brought into stadium

The Melbourne Cricket Ground will increase its security measures after two men allegedly carried loaded guns into the stadium during an AFL match last night.

Politics

3 h. ago ‘Storm in a teacup’: Sicily backs Allen’s meeting with Mitchell, says he would do the same

Hawthorn captain James Sicily says it would be bad business for a player not to test their value on the market, and expects the Hawks will experience it from the other side at some point.

Events

3 h. ago The target is on Voss’ back in part because his players can’t hit them

In the coming days and weeks, we will likely see a closing of ranks around Michael Voss. Carlton’s examination of their failings will look far beyond the once-traditional practice of sheeting blame home to the coach.

Events

3 h. ago Body searches to be ramped up after MCG security ‘breakdown’

Loaded guns were allegedly found hidden down two men’s pants at Thursday night’s blockbuster between Collingwood and Carlton.

Politics

4 h. ago With serenity and comforts aplenty, this restored retreat is superb

Hobart luxurious Lumiere Lodge is near enough to the centre and waterfront for all the attractions, but far enough afield to enjoy the peace of suburbia.

Politics

7 h. ago MCC admits security ‘breakdown’ after guns allegedly smuggled into AFL match

The loaded guns were allegedly found hidden down the men’s pants at Thursday night’s blockbuster between Collingwood and Carlton.

Politics

8 h. ago White Lotus composer quits, says Mike White was ‘saying no to anything’

The man behind the “ooh-loo-loo-loo” melody compares his experience as “like a rock band I’ve been in before where the guitar player doesn’t understand the singer at all.”

Events

9 h. ago Trump says Europe is a ‘pathetic’ freeloader, ripping off the US. Rubio says there’s nothing to worry about

Donald Trump’s top diplomat is trying to ease security security fears in Europe, in the same week the US President hit the continent hard in trade war.

Politics

11 h. ago Two men charged after allegedly smuggling guns into MCG during AFL match

The loaded guns were allegedly found hidden down the men’s pants at Thursday night’s blockbuster between Collingwood and Carlton.

Sport

12 h. ago Cotton On dropped $1 million on a luxe Geelong corporate box. Some say they have a better view than the coach

Every AFL club has wealthy, influential or famous people working behind the scenes to boost their team. We go inside the corporate boxes at Geelong.

Economics

12 h. ago They don’t know the half of it: Failing Blues look inward for answers

The target is on Carlton coach Michael Voss’s back – at least from fans and media – in part because his players can’t seem to hit them.

Events

18 h. ago ‘Twenty games to go’: Key Blue not down in the dumps over Carlton’s 0

Collingwood recruit Dan Houston faces match-review scrutiny over a high bump after the Magpies turned up the blowtorch on Carlton with a 17-point win over their arch-rivals.

Politics

18 h. ago AFL LIVE | ‘Fair play on the ball’: New Pie Houston unfazed over high hit as Collingwood bask in win

Collingwood recruit Dan Houston faces match-review scrutiny over a high bump after the Magpies turned up the blowtorch on Carlton with a 17-point win over their arch-rivals.

Events

19 h. ago Blues peter out again in second half, season slipping out of control

The Blues have played four games this season, led each of them at half-time and ultimately lost them all. Their season is hanging by a thread.

Politics

19 h. ago Voss admits there is a target on the Blues back after another second half fade out

The Blues have played four games this season, led each of them at half-time and ultimately lost them all. Their season is hanging by a thread.

Events

19 h. ago Voss admits there is a target on the Blues’ back after another second half fadeout

The Blues have played four games this season, led each of them at half-time and ultimately lost them all. Their season is hanging by a thread.

Events

19 h. ago AFL LIVE: Groundhog day for Blues as second half scoring dries up; Magpies ruthless

Collingwood and Carlton resume their rivalry at the MCG in a match neither can afford to lose. Follow along for all the action, live scores and statistics and post game reactions.

Sport

22 h. ago Boy, 14, left with broken jaw after alleged ‘head stomping’ at Ellenbrook shopping centre

A group of teenagers allegedly approached the victim before the assault, with others believed to have been filming the incident on their phones before posting the footage to social media.

Politics

22 h. ago Dees drop three as Kosi returns for Cats’ clash: AFL experts’ tips and teams for round four

Tom Stewart will return for Geelong on Friday night, while Melbourne welcomes back Kysaiah Pickett among four changes to their team, only one of which was forced by injury.

Sport

22 h. ago US bans government staff in China from romantic or sexual relations with Chinese citizens

Though some US agencies already had strict rules on such relationships, a blanket “non-fraternisation” policy, as it is known, has been unheard of publicly since the Cold War.

Politics