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Katy Perry’s big AFL payday revealed
Pop star reportedly set to score a tidy sum for her grand final performance in Melbourne.

Man arrested in Rome over 1977 Melbourne cold-case murders
Suzanne Armstrong and Susan Bartlett were found dead with multiple stab wounds.

‘Out of control’: Ban of invasive gym act growing in popularity
A gym owner who banned filming workouts has sparked a global 'crackdown'.

'We'll be back': Anti-war activists vow to sustain weapons fight
Pro-Palestine and anti-war protesters are planning a third straight day of demonstrations.

Rocks, manure, acid thrown at Melbourne police by protesters as dozens are arrested at rally to protest war, weapons expo
About 1200 protesters tried to block the entrance of the convention centre.

Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?
Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.

Colossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store planned
Vast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.

Are you a cheapskate? This is the Melbourne getaway for you
Five budget-friendly ideas for the perfect thrifty trip.

'More racist': US celebrity calls out NZ and Aussie customs
The star alleged he was 'racially profiled' and made to feel 'not safe'.

Melbourne Orchestra launches review after cancelling pianist
The pianist had performed a solo 'dedicated to the journalists of Gaza'.

Pink filled hotels - now Eden Park wants to double concert events
'Having a performer of this calibre play at Eden Park was a huge win for Auckland.'

Aussie learner driver kills sister in horror hit and run - walks free with $600 fine
The young woman killed her sister by accelerating with the car door open.

Second person dead in Melbourne mystery Legionnaires' outbreak
As of Sunday, there are 77 confirmed patients.

Katy Perry set to Roar for 2024 AFL grand final crowd
The California Gurls singer will make a grand return to the Melbourne venue in September.

Racing: Australian fields prove fertile for Hit The Road Jack
Shaun Phelan is especially pleased with the Flemington win.

Toxic Melbourne factory fireball contained but will rage for days
Tens of thousands of residents were told to stay inside.

How much Japanese-owned top 10 commercial builder made from NZ in latest year
First job: A landmark 57-level luxury tower between Commerce and Gore streets.

Australia home prices keep climbing on tight supply
Persistent growth in Australian house prices 'despite an array of downside risks'.

Revealed: Best and worst cities for female solo travellers
New study reveals the best and worst places for women to visit when travelling alone.

Is life better in Oz? Incomes, house prices and interest rates compared
As the cost of living crisis drags on, Kiwis are relocating to Australia in droves

China Airlines, Batik Air's big moves on the Tasman, Cathay Pacific's plan for summer
Where passengers win and lose in a transtasman shakeup.

From short breaks to far-flung adventures, click for an unmissable travel deal
Explore more of the world for less with this week's travel deals.

The first rule of staying at W Melbourne? Don't flash the neighbours
The W Melbourne is super luxurious, just don't get too comfortable...

Te Marie Martin makes way for Shaun Johnson at halfback for Storm clash
The Warriors are seeking their first win over the Storm since 2015.

'Speechless and forever grateful': Christchurch boy fighting cancer overwhelmed by funds
Money raised will help pay for a stay in Melbourne for the 7-year-old's treatment.

‘Last option before they switch him to palliative care’: Brave little boy's three-year cancer fight
Family putting hope in CAR T-cell therapy, but need funds to get them to Melbourne.