World10yo's death 'rocked us to our core'Friends of the youngest of four people killed when a man drove into a crowd in Melbourne have spoken out, saying "we all feel helpless and hopeless at times like this".21 Jan 06:59 AM
Sport'It's embarrassing, they're mocking it'Veteran Aussie Brad Hodges has joined the chorus of disapproval calling Brendon McCullum's ban "a mockery".14 Jan 05:29 PM
New ZealandChildren exposed to booze ads from TV sport - researchResearchers call for ban on ban on alcohol sponsorship of sport12 Jan 11:01 AM
WorldMusic festival horror: 'This is death'A young woman has shared horrific pictures of her eyes filled with blood after a dangerous stampede at Falls Festival in Victoria before New Year's Eve.10 Jan 07:22 PM
WorldMan's partner charged with his murderA father-of-two has died after he was mowed down by a car in a suspected domestic dispute in Melbourne.08 Jan 05:52 PM
World'It's bird poo, it's horse poo and it's people poo'Heavy storms have washed faecal matter into Melbourne's Port Phillip Bay, prompting experts to warn of a gastro risk.02 Jan 03:33 AM
WorldDozens injured at music festivalAt least 19 people have been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a crowd crush incident at the Falls Music and Arts Festival at Lorne in Victoria.30 Dec 09:51 PM
New ZealandLove blooms for Kiwi MP, Aussie senatorThe pair met on the netball court - although she doesn't remember.24 Dec 05:48 AM
WorldHusband on trial after wife stabbed over 100 timesDetective described injuries as "horrific and over a large period of time."23 Dec 07:16 AM
LifestyleHilarious response to 2c debt letterIt's a letter you never want to receive but things weren't quite as bad as they first seemed for this Australian woman.17 Dec 12:30 AM
World'This guy looked so awkward'A tourist has told how she almost got in the car during an outback encounter with a man now charged with murder.03 Dec 06:42 PM
WorldTourist attack: 'We knew he was unwell'The family of the man arrested over the stabbing of French tourist in Australia's Northern Territory are distraught, as the victim's wife is released from hospital.02 Dec 05:58 PM
WorldStrange catch for fishermanA fisherman on the search for squid has landed a haul of two flamingos, one unicorn, a dinosaur and four grateful schoolies.29 Nov 09:16 PM
WorldMan bitten by shark, gets to shoreThe man landed the 1.5 metre gill shark in his boat and was trying to hook it when its jaws locked onto his arm.29 Nov 05:15 AM
WorldParents' hope for the missing childrenThousands of children go missing every year. Some never make it home again.28 Nov 07:57 PM
WorldWomen pushed onto rail tracks in attackPolice say five women were injured, including four women pushed off the platform and on to the tracks in the attack.27 Nov 07:16 PM
WorldSixth death after thunderstorm asthmaA sixth person has died almost a week after Melbourne was hit by an unprecedented thunderstorm asthma outbreak.27 Nov 01:35 AM
World'He's better off in jail', says mumThe mother of a New Zealand-born teen who allegedly stabbed an off-duty policeman in his own home, has made a public apology.24 Nov 04:54 PM
WorldJudge: Sex with 14yo 'understandable'An Australian judge has been criticised for arguing it was "understandable" that a 31-year-old man had sex with a 14-year-old girl.23 Nov 06:43 AM
World'Storm asthma' claims third victimA number of other patients remain in intensive care and one person is critical, the health minister said today.23 Nov 04:41 AM
New ZealandCould 'thunderstorm asthma' strike here?At least two people are believed to have died from the unusual condition in Melbourne, but could it happen here?22 Nov 09:16 PM
WorldTwo die in Melbourne 'storm asthma'When a thunderstorm hit Melbourne yesterday, it triggered a rare phenomenon seen only four times in the last 30 years.22 Nov 07:43 AM
WorldMelbourne runs out of ambulancesVictoria ran out of ambulances last night as wild weather triggered scores of cases of "thunderstorm asthma".21 Nov 09:31 PM
WorldKiwi-born teen stabs off-duty cop in faceA teenager accused of stabbing an off-duty police officer during a violent home invasion was reportedly granted bail twice in two weeks.21 Nov 05:35 PM
World'I've wanted to remove my breasts since I was 12'Going to nightclubs is a rite of passage for many 18-year-olds. But for transgender man Jack Clark, it can be a minefield.19 Nov 08:20 PM
LifestyleHigh fashion at Ellerslie for Melbourne CupThere were plenty of celebrations on this side of the Tasman for the 156th Melbourne Cup.01 Nov 10:48 AM
RacingYour ultimate Melbourne Cup guideThe greatest horse race in the southern hemisphere slips into stride today at Flemington. Here's your online Melbourne Cup guide with a Kiwi flavour.31 Oct 05:42 PM
WorldMost embarrassing behaviour at the racesDerby Day is a Spring Carnival favourite in Australia - and while the crowds showed up in their elegant best, they certainly didn't leave that way.30 Oct 04:37 AM
New ZealandMelbourne Cup previewOffices around the country will grind to a standstill next Tuesday tomorrow at 5pm when the 156th Melbourne Cup kicks off over the 30 Oct 03:07 AM
BusinessProperty empire: From $36k to $488mThe 34-year-old developer, who has become the youngest new entrant to BRW's Rich List, began with a humble gym when he was just 19.29 Oct 07:13 AM
New Zealand'Darling' Kiwi falls to death from balconyThe family of a New Zealand woman who fell to her death from a Melbourne apartment balcony at the weekend are mystified by what happened.24 Oct 05:08 PM
New ZealandKiwi woman dies in fall from Melbourne apartmentA woman who fell to her death after plunging from an apartment building in Melbourne was a New Zealander, the <i>Herald</i> understands.24 Oct 08:00 AM
WorldCreepy clowns no laughing matterAlan Sloggett has been a clown for decades after following in his father's large footsteps. Now he fears for his safety.11 Oct 05:07 AM
TravelMelbourne: Walking on airThis funky rooftop accommodation has the 'wow' factor, finds Prashant Mehra.09 Oct 09:48 PM
