4 h. ago Ten country bakeries worth a roadtrip (and where to find the best pie)

A vanilla slice that “puts others to shame”. Pies and pasties made the old-school way. And what might be the country’s best lamington. These standout bakeries are worth a detour.

Politics

4 h. ago Sold a dream, left in gridlock: the isolated suburb begging for traffic fix

The isolated and car-dependent community of Beveridge is a planning disaster 10 years in the making, say residents of Melbourne’s northernmost suburb.

Politics

4 h. ago ‘Mad for it’: Can superfan Jacinta Allan bring ABBA Voyage to Melbourne?

The push to re-create the multimillion-dollar holographic concert in Melbourne is still on.

Sport

15 h. ago Saints survive Power surge; AFL admits Rankine mistake; VFL outing for McKay, Hollands; Giant Hogan boots nine

The Saints firmed up their spot in the top eight with a mature performance on the road in Adelaide; the AFL admits an umpiring error hurt the Crows; a Carlton pair make an encouraging return, and Giant Jesse Hogan outscores the Eagles.

Events

15 h. ago Hughes the boss: Playmaker’s return inspires Storm demolition of Manly

Halfback rushes back from a broken hand as Storm blow Sea Eagles away with scoring spree.

Events

21 h. ago ‘Synonymous with timeless elegance’: Melbourne fashion designer Perri Cutten dies aged 73

Renowned for her signature suiting and tailored outerwear, Perri Cutten was one of Australia’s most well-known designers.

Culture

21 h. ago What’s good (and what’s great) at this year’s comedy festival so far

From a spectacular debut to a trip back in time, here are our latest reviews.

Politics

22 h. ago The Sex Pistols return to Melbourne in a tour Johnny Rotten describes as ‘karaoke’

The band is (somewhat) back together for the first time in two decades – but what is a Sex Pistols gig like without John Lyndon, aka Johnny Rotten?

Events

29 h. ago From battlers to basket weavers: a guide to Australia’s voter types

A rich vocabulary has emerged to describe different voter groups in increasingly complex electorates.

Politics

35 h. ago Roos take a leap back in huge loss to Swans; Yze hints at Balta’s return; Marvel crowd issue explained

Confusion reigned as crowds were temporarily prevented from getting to their seats before North’s clash with Sydney.

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35 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday 2025: Swans steamroll disappointing Roos; Yze hints at Balta’s return; Marvel crowd issue explained

Confusion reigned as crowds were temporarily prevented from getting to their seats before North’s clash with Sydney

Sport

36 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday 2025: Hapless Roos struggle against undermanned Swans; Yze hints at Balta’s return

Confusion reigned as crowds were temporarily prevented from getting to their seats before North’s clash with Sydney

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37 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday 2025: Roos take the fight to Swans; Yze hints at Balta’s return; Marvel Stadium’s crowd issue explained

Confusion reigned as crowds were temporarily prevented from getting to their seats before North’s clash with Sydney

Politics

42 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday round four 2025: Lions get early jump on Tigers as fans face huge MCG security lines; Rankine denied in controversial Gold Coast finish

AFL round four launches into its Saturday program with a clash between Adelaide and Gold Coast, quite possibly the match of the round. That’s followed by Richmond versus Brisbane Lions and tonight, the clash between North Melbourne and Sydney.

Sport

42 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday round four 2025: Suns, Crows in last term shootout; ‘Not happy where he is’: Petracca’s emotion sparks reaction

AFL round four launches into its Saturday program with a clash between Adelaide and Gold Coast, quite possibly the match of the round. That’s followed by Richmond versus Brisbane Lions and tonight, the clash between North Melbourne and Sydney.

Events

43 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday round four 2025: Crows, Suns locked together in match of the round; MCG security in the spotlight after gun drama

AFL round four launches into its Saturday program with a clash between Adelaide and Gold Coast, quite possibly the match of the round. That’s followed by Richmond versus Brisbane Lions and tonight, the clash between North Melbourne and Sydney.

Politics

44 h. ago AFL LIVE Saturday round four 2025: Gold Coast jump Crows in match of the day; MCG security in the spotlight

AFL round four launches into its Saturday program with a clash between Adelaide and Gold Coast, quite possibly the match of the round. That’s followed by Richmond versus Brisbane Lions and tonight, the clash between North Melbourne and Sydney.

Politics

44 h. ago From gangland to Northland: What Tony Mokbel did on his first morning of freedom

Mokbel started his weekend by going for a morning walk with family and supporters in north-east Melbourne.

Politics

48 h. ago Mokbel’s first morning of freedom in 18 years: Northland Shopping Centre and a park walk

Tony Mokbel started his weekend by going for a morning walk with family and supporters in north-east Melbourne.

Politics

48 h. ago Mokbel starts his first full day of freedom with a morning walk

Tony Mokbel started his weekend by going for a morning walk with supporters in north-east Melbourne.

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