Basketball A rookie forward looms as the Taipans post-season x-factor with coach Mike Kelly now having another weapon to throw at the defending champions.

TV Former Real Housewives of Melbourne star has revealed the real reason she’s not returning to the show. She also shared what she really thinks of the new cast.

Health Australia’s hospitals would be severely stretched and beds may be rationed if the coronavirus becomes widespread, an infectious diseases expert has warned.

Crime A police officer says he feared for his life as he struggled to breath in an alleged assault that left with him with a bruised face, neck and throat.

Pets & Animals Nolean the giraffe was deprived of food in her start to life, meaning she needs to be hand-fed milk and vitamins. Her keepers need the public’s help.

Health Melbourne researchers have found hearing aids could play a significant role in preventing dementia in old age. See how the device can increase brain capacity.

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