Legal challenge to Melbourne CBD search zone laws
Organiser of Greedozer Invasion Day rally launches legal fight against Victoria's new CBD search powers. Could this set a precedent for protest rights in the UK? Read the full analysis.
Organiser of Greedozer Invasion Day rally launches legal fight against Victoria's new CBD search powers. Could this set a precedent for protest rights in the UK? Read the full analysis.
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen produced a stunning final-hole up-and-down to clinch the Australian Open, breaking Cameron Smith's heart. Rory McIlroy finishes 14th.
Melbourne debates the fate of its oldest public monument, a statue of explorers Burke and Wills, prompting a critical re-examination of their disastrous 1860 expedition and its colonial legacy. Discover the full story.
Montmorency Bakehouse's wholesome social media fame was hijacked by racist and sexual harassment, forcing the family to take a stand. Discover their story.
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.
Kendrick Lamar delivered a theatrical, pyrotechnic-filled spectacle at Melbourne's AAMI Park, supported by rap's rising star Doechii. Read our review of this extraordinary night.
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been found guilty of digitally raping his friend's girlfriend. The jury heard he pretended to be her boyfriend in a dark bedroom.
The new Metro Tunnel in Melbourne has opened, promising better sustainable travel. A reader argues we must see metros as serving all travellers, not just commuters, to build world-class cities.
The State Library of Victoria's plan to cut nearly 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians has provoked fierce criticism. Critics warn it undermines a vital public institution. Read more on the proposed changes.
A New Zealand man faces charges after allegedly swallowing a £20,000 Fabergé pendant from a James Bond exhibition. Read the full story of this bizarre theft.
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel has opened, adding five new stations and a crucial cross-city rail line. Discover how this £9.7bn project aims to end gridlock and reshape the city's future.
A court hears the tragic final moments of Tanesha Melbourne-Blake, 17, an unintended victim of a 2018 gang shooting in Tottenham. The trial continues at the Old Bailey.
Actor Josh Brolin shares insights from his past friendship with Donald Trump, calling him a marketing genius and reflecting on his transformation. Read the full interview.
Morgan Geyser, who stabbed a classmate at 12, fled a care home a decade later. Her case raises urgent questions about trying children as adults and mental health rehabilitation in the UK and beyond.
Oscar-nominated actor Josh Brolin opens up about his past friendship with Donald Trump, calling him a marketing 'genius' but admitting their values have diverged. Read the full interview.
A Guardian Australia journalist was subjected to a pat-down search without a warrant while covering a Melbourne protest, experiencing Victoria police's controversial new 'designated area' powers first-hand. Read her account.
A major search is ongoing after a passenger fell from a catamaran off the Brighton coast. RNLI lifeboats, a Coastguard helicopter, and other vessels are involved in the rescue operation.
Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta retook and scored a penalty against Man Utd after a double-touch, thanks to a new IFAB rule. Discover how the law changed football.
Crystal Palace host Manchester United in a controversial Sunday midday kick-off. Can United recover from their Everton defeat? Follow the Premier League action.
Live coverage of Crystal Palace vs Manchester United in the Premier League. Get confirmed lineups, team news, and minute-by-minute updates from Selhurst Park.
Manchester United face Crystal Palace without Matheus Cunha due to a head injury. Get the predicted lineup, team news, and kick-off time for the Premier League fixture.
Melbourne Storm's Eli Katoa provides positive recovery update after brain bleed surgery, ruling him out of the 2026 NRL season. Read his emotional tribute to his partner and club.
The North Melbourne Kangaroos have made history, becoming the first AFLW team to win back-to-back premierships after a dominant performance against Brisbane at a sold-out Ikon Park. Read the full story of their perfect season.
Jetstar flights resume after major disruption while political tensions escalate between Labor and Coalition over infrastructure projects and policy direction.
Discover how Melbourne's Pavilion School became an educational success story for at-risk students. Learn about this alternative state school's innovative approach to education.
North Melbourne Kangaroos secure their first AFLW premiership in a thrilling grand final against Brisbane Lions. Relive the historic match highlights and key moments.
The Brisbane Lions secured their first AFLW premiership with a stunning victory over North Melbourne Kangaroos. Relive the historic match highlights and key moments.
Victoria police can now stop and search anyone in inner Melbourne without warrant until May 2026, raising concerns about racial profiling and civil liberties.
Melbourne's long-awaited Metro Tunnel finally opens, promising to transform the city's transport network. Discover the new stations, service changes, and what it means for your commute.