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Surfer in distress and rescuer both die in stormy weather in Australia

A surfer in distress and a friend who tried to rescue him both died in stormy weather off the coast of the Australian city of Melbourne

The Independent UK

British surfer dies after board snaps in rough seas in Melbourne - as friend who tried to save him also perishes

Police believe the 36-year-old British national was surfing when his board snapped in high winds

Evening Standard

British man dies while surfing in Australia storm as friend who tried to help him also drowns

Police believe 36-year-old British national was surfing when his board snapped in high winds

The Independent UK

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‘Inexperienced’ British surfer drowned in wild Melbourne weather alongside friend who jumped in to save him

Two men who died in sea on Wednesday identified as 36-year-old British national and 43-year-old friend

The Guardian - AU

Haas set to rip into 'special' Stefano in Pacific war

Samoa prop Payne Haas expects Tonga opposite Stefano Utoikamanu to be at his best in the Pacific Cup clash, but says the pair are far from off-field enemies.

AAP

Storm call blindsided playmaker Pezet: manager

Manager Braith Anasta says Jonah Pezet's decision to move from Melbourne is opportunities, which are limited with Jahrome Hughes now locked in until 2030.

AAP

'Wild' $2m forecast for nation's priciest house market

It's a great time to own a home but a tough time to buy one, with values rising fast in the regions and every capital.

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Indie rising stars the Belair Lip Bombs: ‘We don’t want to regret not giving it a proper crack’

The Australian band’s second album, Again, is among the year’s best, put out by Jack White’s Third Man Records. This time, they say, ‘it’s cool being part of a record release where people are going to hear it’

The Guardian - AU

Australian house prices rising at fastest rate in nearly four years, data shows

Brisbane overtakes Canberra as second-most expensive housing market, after Sydney, with median prices rising by nearly $40,000

The Guardian - AU

Two Men Have Died At A Melbourne Beach As Severe Weather Continues To Lash Victoria

Two men have tragically died at Melbourne's Frankston Beach as damaging winds continue to batter Australia's southern states.

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Melbourne Man Arrested After $9k Worth Of Stolen Labubus Found In Raid

“These Labubus are not for you you.”

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Titans star backs club to make right call on Bellamy

Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui believes Craig Bellamy would improve any club, while Harry Grant says it's hard to see him leaving Melbourne.

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Lidia Thorpe refers NT attorney general to anti-corruption watchdog – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Harry Connick Jr loves his home crowd - in Australia

World famous singer and self-confessed Australophile Harry Connick Jr is one of the headline acts at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival.

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City hope first win can spark reinvigorated ACL tilt

Melbourne City have fought out a 2-1 comeback win over Thai club Buriram United to claim the first points of their Asian Champions League Elite campaign.

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Broncos great backs Pezet's rare two-club move

Jonah Pezet could become an answer to two clubs' halves quandaries, first buying Parramatta time in the No.6 jersey before replacing Adam Reynolds at Brisbane.

The Guardian - AU

Diwali celebrations in Australia: ‘It’s about sharing our joy and excitement’

Lights, fireworks and feasting are staples of Hinduism’s festival of light, which hails the triumph of goodness over evil

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Melbourne Food Influencer Stacey Hatfield Dies Age 30 After Homebirth Complication

"An unforeseen and extremely rare complication arose and she passed after being transferred to hospital," her husband shared on Instagram.

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Ugly protest scenes spark pleas to ensure city safety

Tourism operators and businesses are demanding action to ensure locals and out-of-towners are not put off travelling to a major capital.

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Man Goes Through “Horrific Turmoil” After His Partner, 30, Passes Away Following Home Birth

The Melbourne-based nutritionist held and nursed her son for a “few short moments” before she suddenly passed away.

The Guardian - AU

Jacinta Allan blames ‘very small number’ of counter-protesters for violence at Melbourne immigration rally

Victorian premier insists city is safe and police have necessary powers after two officers hospitalised on Sunday

AAP

Violent protest clashes cast safety cloud over city

Safety on the streets of a major city has been brought into question by protesters pelting police with rocks and bottles filled with broken glass.

The Conversation

AI is using your data to set personalised prices online. It could seriously backfire

You check prices online for a flight to Melbourne today. It’s $300. You leave your browser open. Two hours later, it’s $320. Half a day later, $280. Welcome to the world of algorithmic pricing, where technology tries to figure out what price you’re willing to pay.

AAP

Goulding red hot as unbeaten Melbourne topple Breakers

Chris Goulding has starred off the bench again as Melbourne United extended their NBL winning streak to seven games with a strong home victory over New Zealand.

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Australian plays star as leading company unveils season

With extra time in development, a crop of new Australian plays should hold their own against international hits in the Melbourne Theatre Company's 2026 season.

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