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A 13-year-old girl from Melbourne has been charged with 52 offences, including allegedly shouting antisemitic remarks, throwing eggs, and swerving a stolen car towards members of the Jewish community, police said.

Australian sprinter Gout Gout faces allegations of illegitimacy over his record-breaking 200m performance, while Lachlan Kennedy's recent victory and withdrawal from championships add to the drama. The Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne showcased multiple record-breaking performances across track and field events.

Eva Lasrini, 53, was found dead in Little River, Australia, after being reported missing on April 2, and her ex-husband Allen Keys, 67, has been arrested and charged with her murder.

Honda's debut as Aston Martin's power unit provider in the 2026 Formula 1 season has been marred by severe vibration issues that risk driver safety and could force early race retirements, compounding operational struggles including battery shortages and late testing arrival.

An AI-skilled worker at NAB died by suicide on March 5, as former employees allege a culture of relentless bullying and harassment at the bank.

Luke Sayers was seen strolling hand-in-hand with marketing manager Alexandra Elms on Wednesday afternoon, as his ex-wife Cate Sayers sues him for defamation over a scandal that cost him his marriage and role as Carlton Football Club president.

Australia dominated Curacao 5-1 in a friendly in Melbourne on Tuesday night, building momentum for their World Cup campaign opener against Turkey in June.

Leigh Ryswyk, a former Australian Football League player, has publicly come out as gay, ending the AFL's 129-year history without any openly gay or bisexual male players. The 41-year-old made his announcement during an interview on Melbourne radio station Joy 94.9.

George Russell won the Australian Grand Prix ahead of Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc, but the race unfolded against a backdrop of severe reliability problems for Aston Martin and escalating conflict in the Middle East that threatens upcoming events.

Aidan Becker, a 22-year-old security guard, was stabbed to death after intervening to protect a 14-year-old schoolboy from a group near Mernda train station in Melbourne on Friday evening. Four male teens have been arrested, with three charged with murder and armed robbery.

Neo-Nazi leader Thomas Sewell had most charges against him dropped in Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Thursday, but he still faces violent disorder and affray charges. His case will proceed to trial in the County Court of Victoria later this year.

Rimoni Muliaga, 44, stabbed his wife Lise Muliaga, 37, to death with a kitchen knife in the garden of his brother's bungalow in Melton South, on the outskirts of Melbourne, on September 18, 2023. Supreme Court of Victoria Justice James Gorton denounced Muliaga for the murder on Wednesday, characterizing the killing as an act of the most serious domestic violence against an innocent and unarmed woman that warrants serious condemnation.

Team GB has announced its Billie Jean King Cup squad for the qualifier tie against Australia, with notable absences including Emma Raducanu. The tie is scheduled for April 10-11 in Melbourne, clashing with the European clay-court season.

Tens of thousands of teachers in Victoria and Tasmania are striking after rejecting pay offers, marking Victoria's first such action in over 13 years. Schools will remain open but operate at reduced capacity.

New regulations in Formula 1 and the World Rally Championship have drivers and experts debating potential shifts in competitive landscapes, with mixed assessments on their impact.

King Charles has been invited to attend the 150th anniversary Test between England and Australia in Melbourne next year. The Ashes rivals are playing a one-off match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to mark the anniversary of the first Test ever played in 1877.

George Russell won the first Formula 1 race of the season in Melbourne, Australia, according to reports. Many details about the race remain unknown.

Melbourne Victory drew 2-2 with Sydney FC in an A-League match at Allianz Stadium on Saturday, with Juan Mata scoring a free-kick goal that drew social media attention from former Manchester United teammates.

Lando Norris branded George Russell a 'sneaky' competitor ahead of the Formula 1 season opener in Melbourne, while drivers including Max Verstappen criticized new car issues during qualifying on March 7, 2026.