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9th October 2024

AM Edition

Reece’s ‘long lunch’ plan to entice workers back to the city

Lord Mayor Nick Reece will push for tax breaks for employers who take their staff out to business lunches under a plan to encourage more workers to return to the office.

Full rankings: AFL Draft’s top 60 prospects listed and scouted

The 2024 AFL Draft is just over a month away, and to get you ready for the arrival of footy’s next generation, our draft experts CHRIS CAVANAGH and DAN BATTEN rank every prospect.

Top Melb restaurateur charged with Nazi sign at pro-Palestinian rally

A leading restaurateur — who owns two celebrated Melbourne eateries — has been charged with holding up a Nazi swastika sign at a pro-Palestinian rally.

Daniel’s future in the balance, who will blink in Smith standoff?

As Geelong and the Bulldogs stand firm on Bailey Smith’s trade value, premiership Dog Caleb Daniel is weighing up a lucrative offer from the Kangaroos.

Who let him in? Palestinian man’s Terror links spark visa questions

A Palestinian man granted a visa to Australia has previously hosted political members of listed terror organisation at his Gaza art institute, and had multiple brothers and sons af...

Jordan Ablett’s ‘raw and honest‘ new memoir lifts lid on raising Levi

In a touching new memoir, Jordan Ablett has shared details of how she and husband Gary raise their son Levi — who has a rare disability — and their journey to hope and joy in the w...

Kamala’s media blitz roiled by new allegations against husband

A media blitz by US Vice President Kamala Harris has been overshadowed by new allegations of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ against husband Doug Emhoff.

Sneaky way junk food is being pitched to Vic kids

Cancer experts have raised the alarm after uncovering a “concerning” pattern in junk food adverts being located near dozens of Victorian schools and kids’ transport routes.

Melbourne school cans muck up day for ‘blessing ceremony’

A Melbourne private school has cancelled students’ muck-up day celebrations so Year 12s can instead count their blessings in a less messy manner, and preps can give them presents.

The late draft pick that could deliver Stringer to Giants

Essendon is open to trading inconsistent star Jake Stringer to GWS as the 30-year-old considers a beefed-up offer from the Giants.

Why early prep is off the cards for most kids

Parents are calling for more flexibility regarding the Department of Education’s prep minimum age exemption rules, with one psychologist saying not many kids can pass a core requir...

Revealed: Staggering asking price leaves Blue out in cold

The huge price Carlton forward Matt Owies has put on his head can be revealed as rival clubs baulk at his contract demands. Recap all the action from day 2 of the trade period here...

‘Crazy brave’ or reckless? Old Pies’ massive trade gamble

Collingwood has the oldest list in the AFL and is again shunning the draft in favour of chasing free agents and older trade targets as its youth flounders. Are they flying too clos...

Annie Leibovitz is famous in which field of the arts?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

Plumber ‘laughed and drank beer’ after trapping apprentice in toolbox

A high country tradie has copped a hefty fine after a shocking incident which left his vulnerable young co-worker traumatised.

Working from home is a ‘fundamental right’

While major companies insist staff get back to their office five days a week, a survey has revealed that over half of white-collar workers believe working from home is a fundamenta...

Top scientist warns schools at risk of losing physics as more students drop out

Students are being pressured to drop out of physics because schools fear low ATAR scores, putting the subject at risk of being phased out entirely, a top astrophysicist warns.

Billionaire accused of providing funding in exchange for sex

Richard White’s alleged lover Linda Rogan claims he expected sex for investment in her wellness business, court documents reveal.

New Covid strain in Australia detected

The XEC strain has been detected in 29 countries, with scientists saying it could become the dominant Covid variant. Here’s everything you need to know.

Teen’s dog ‘looking for her’ after tragic death

The 13-year-old girl was killed in a buggy rollover in regional Victoria, which also left a 47-year-old man dead.

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