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Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop is a multibillion-dollar vision for a ‘city of centres’ – but how long will it take?

Draft papers released earlier this month show how the Victorian government plans to reshape its first six targeted areas. Here’s what we know so far

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Melbourne Style: A Chic Uniform for Travel Adventures Ahead

Discover the stylish Melbourne uniform worn by Moraya Wilson, complete with a chic coat, white shirt, and royal blue pants. Her ensemble reflects her excit...

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Watch Viral Video: Young couple does this after cameraman catches them by surprise during Australia vs Pakistan Test

NEW DELHI: In an awkward turn of events, a young couple was caught by surprise when the broadcaster's cameraman panned onto them during the Boxing Day Test between Australia and Pakistan in Melbourne on Thursday.

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1st Test: Mitchell Marsh spearheaded Australia's fightback after Pakistan's Blitz on Day 3

In a resilient effort to steer Australia back into command of the second Test against Pakistan in Melbourne on Thursday, Mitchell Marsh played a counter-attacking innings of 96, supported by the determined Steve Smith on day three.

The Times of India

2nd Test: Mitchell Marsh spearheads Australia fightback after Pakistan blitz on Day 3

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Ryujin leads in Melbourne to Hobart yacht race

Ryujin has overhauled Peccadillo to take the lead in the Melbourne to Hobart yacht race, while Vertigo is leading the race on handicap.

AAP

Cars torched days after suspected gang-linked shooting

Police suspect two cars found torched in suburban Melbourne could be linked to an earlier shooting, which was reportedly connected to a gangland figure.

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Swimmers on alert over water quality following storms

Swimmers have been told to check the water quality of beaches and rivers due to recent rain and likely stormwater pollution in Victoria.

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This family introduced Melbourne to Japanese nude public baths. Was Australia ever ready for it?

Hiromi Masuoka was told Australians would not cope with ‘the nudity aspect’ of communal bathing. She was determined to stay true to tradition

The Guardian - AU

Peccadillo and Ryujin lead Melbourne to Hobart race

Peccadillo and Ryujin are the early frontrunners with the Melbourne to Hobart yacht fleet warned to expect some challenging conditions.

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Jessica Mendoza's Festive Christmas in Australia: Joy, Love, and Togetherness

Jessica Mendoza and her family celebrate Christmas in Australia, sharing special moments together in the beauty of Melbourne. Happy Australian Christmas!

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Stars overcome controversial catch to down Sixers

Hilton Cartwright has led the Melbourne Stars to a shock four-wicket win over the Sydney Sixers, after a controversial catch call threatened to shape the match.

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On This Day in 2006 – Shane Warne makes Test bowling history with 700th wicket

Warne reached yet another milestone in front of a Boxing Day crowd of 89,155 at his beloved Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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Wild weather continues after stormy night – as it happened

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Half-watched TV and part-heard radio: summer Test cricket is steeped in nostalgia, but these 'traditions' have short histories

As the old year passes and a new one arrives, three notable sport events occupy the languid vacation hours. Melbourne’s Boxing Day and Sydney’s New Year’s Test matches are spliced by the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.

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Gutsy Phoenix defy the odds to beat JackJumpers

The South East Melbourne Phoenix had it all stacked against them but delivered a Christmas Day performance full of heart to beat the Tasmania JackJumpers 85-77.

The Times of India

2nd Test: Australia announce unchanged eleven, Pakistan drop Sarfaraz Ahmed

Australia announced an unaltered playing XI for the upcoming Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, aiming to secure the series against Pakistan. In contrast, Pakistan made a significant change by omitting veteran wicketkeeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed.

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Protesters storm the stage at Carols by Candlelight

Protesters have failed to dampen the spirits of thousands of people who sang along with big-name performers at Melbourne's traditional Carols by Candlelight.

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Grand, romantic, tragic – Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition comes to Melbourne

From the first-class furnishings to the crockery in third-class, this exhibition explores the social divisions of the day alongside tales of romance and tragedy

The Guardian - AU

Brioche buns and bandrooms: the struggle for live music’s place in the Melbourne pub scene

Rising wages, food and energy costs are forcing some venues to turn to gourmet meals or increased prices to stay afloat as stages disappear

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United outlast Wildcats in heavyweight overtime battle

Ian Clark has taken over with 13 points in overtime as Melbourne outlasted Perth under the stars in a John Cain Arena NBL classic.

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Maclaren denied winner as City, Victory draw in derby

Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory have played out a fiery 0-0 A-League Men draw with Jamie Maclaren denied a would-be matchwinner.

The Times of India

WATCH: Babar Azam breaks fan's heart, refuses to give his team's hat

NEW DELHI: Following their loss in the Test series opener in Perth, Pakistan look to bounce back as they take on an upbeat Australia in the second game in Melbourne, starting December 26 (Boxing Day Test).

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Sams, Zaman propel Thunder past Stars for first BBL win

Daniel Sams has fired at the back end of both innings to help Sydney Thunder score their first BBL win of the season and deny the Melbourne Stars.

The Guardian - AU

‘Severe, intense conditions’: Christmas weather could be stormy in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra

NSW SES warns heavy rain may cause flash flooding with storms forecast across three states over the long weekend

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