Wolfgang Behrendt, der erste Olympiasieger der DDR, wird 90 Jahre alt. Der Boxer gewann 1956 in Melbourne Gold, wurde aber von der Stasi beobachtet und fehlt in der Hall of Fame des deutschen Sports.
Protesters clashed with supporters of Pauline Hanson outside a One Nation fundraiser in Melbourne on Friday. One man was given a move on notice by police. The event was relocated due to safety concerns over planned counter-protests.
Thousands of Australians are descending on Vancouver for the World Cup, drawn by the city's resemblance to home and a significant expat community. From fan festivals to local businesses, Australian culture is making its mark on the Canadian city.
Melbourne Demons defeated the Essendon Bombers by 45 points at the MCG, maintaining their perfect record at the venue. Kysaiah Pickett and Max Gawn starred for Melbourne, while Essendon suffered further injury blows.
Melbourne Demons defeated Essendon Bombers 95-50 in an AFL match at the MCG. The Demons secured their ninth win of the season, moving them into the top four. Essendon suffered a blow with an injury to Archie Roberts.
The Kangaroos secured a tense victory over the West Coast Eagles in Perth, holding on by a narrow margin. Meanwhile, Melbourne decisively beat an injury-plagued Essendon by 45 points at the MCG, maintaining their perfect record at the venue.
ABC's live coverage of AFL Round 14 features three Saturday games: Melbourne hosts Essendon, North Melbourne plays West Coast in Perth, and Port Adelaide faces the Sydney Swans in Adelaide.
Melbourne Demons secured a comfortable 45-point victory over Essendon Bombers at the MCG, extending their lead to 40 points in the final term. The Demons' win marks their ninth of the season, placing them in the top four. Meanwhile, the Kangaroos are leading the Eagles by 12 points early in their match, despite an injury concern for Hamish Davis.
Melbourne Demons dominate Essendon Bombers in the first half, leading significantly due to strong forward dominance and capitalizing on turnovers. Key goals from Max Gawn and Kysaiah Pickett, alongside a tribute to Neale Daniher, mark the match.
Melbourne Demons dominated Essendon Bombers in an AFL match, leading significantly at halftime. Key players like Kysaiah Pickett and Max Gawn performed well for Melbourne, while Essendon struggled with turnovers and an injury to Archie Roberts.
The AFL Saturday scoreboard features updates from matches including Kangaroos vs Eagles and Demons vs Bombers. Key moments include a melee at Perth Stadium, Harley Reid's performance for the Eagles, and defensive plays by Jake Lever for Melbourne.
North Melbourne Kangaroos and West Coast Eagles played a close match, with the Kangaroos ultimately securing a win. Key moments included early leads for North, a melee sparking at Perth Stadium, and crucial goals from players like Jack Darling and Liam Baker. The game also saw injuries and team changes.
Billionaire Adrian Portelli, known as "Lambo Guy," is suing former South Australian minister Andrea Michaels for defamation over comments made about his lottery business, LMCT+. Michaels called the business's practices "terrible" and "awful," implying Portelli defrauded South Australians. The lawsuit follows a court case where LMCT+ was fined for running illegal lotteries, though Portelli was found not guilty.
New data suggests falling house prices in Sydney and Melbourne are concentrated in the upper market segments, potentially assuaging fears for first-time buyers with small deposits who typically purchase in the lower end.
Fears of negative equity for first-time buyers in Sydney and Melbourne are easing as falling house prices are concentrated in the top end of the market. Data shows the cheapest properties have seen modest gains or slight declines, unlike the upper quartiles. Experts suggest low unemployment and low arrears rates mitigate mortgage payment risks, though negative equity can limit options for selling or refinancing.
One Nation has relocated a fundraising event in Melbourne to an undisclosed location after the original venue, Giorgio Casa, withdrew due to planned protest activity. Police stated they were unaware of specific threats, attributing the decision to the venue.
One Nation's Melbourne fundraiser, featuring Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce, was relocated due to planned protests, with Victoria Police noting concerns but no specific threats.
Australia's Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Program (Crisp) has been lauded for its success in resettling nearly 1,000 refugees and strengthening social cohesion. A review found high rates of long-term housing, employment, and English language training among participants, with volunteers also reporting enriching experiences.
Australian couples are increasingly choosing micro-weddings and registry ceremonies over traditional, expensive celebrations due to financial pressures. The average wedding cost is around $38,000, with significant state variations, but smaller, more intimate events are gaining popularity.
A decade-long study of 1,200 Melbourne students found that spending over two hours daily on social media was associated with a small increased risk of depressive symptoms, particularly in early adolescence (12-18 years old).
An exhibition of heartfelt letters and souvenirs at the State Library of Victoria sparked memories of cassette tapes carrying voices of loved ones from Afghanistan and Pakistan. These tapes provided solace and connection during times of displacement and hardship, a tradition now echoed in modern digital communication.
New Chinese women's basketball captain Yang Shuyu aims to be the best at the Fiba Women's World Cup in Berlin. The 24-year-old, who plays for Melbourne Tigers, spoke on an Australian podcast about her team's goals and the legacy of her sister, the previous captain.
Former foreign affairs minister Gareth Evans has called the Aukus defence agreement a "ludicrous delusion" and one of Australia's worst foreign policy decisions. He argues a future US administration would only assist Australia if its own assets were threatened, not for an "existential attack".
Orijol Rukaj, a 47-year-old accused drug importer with alleged ties to the Albanian mafia, escaped custody on Anzac Day in Melbourne. Police believe he was picked up by a dark-coloured Toyota Landcruiser amid a crowd of 300 at a funeral. Rukaj remains at large in Melbourne, with police seeking information on his whereabouts.
