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Australian Crawl is reuniting for a string of shows around Australia, marking their first tour since splitting in 1986. The band's frontman James Reyne reflects on the reunion and the band's history.
The Brisbane Lions have claimed their third consecutive AFL flag, defeating the Dockers in a thrilling grand final. The match was marked by several dramatic moments, including a controversial umpiring call and a shocking miss from Dockers forward Josh Treacy.
Shai Bolton has won the Norm Smith Medal despite the Dockers losing the grand final to the Lions. He is the first player from a losing team to win the best-on-ground award in 21 years.
The AFL season reaches its climax at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) today, with history on the line regardless of the result. Brisbane is seeking a third consecutive premiership, while Fremantle is vying for its first-ever flag.
A 30-year-old Melbourne man has gone missing while on a solo hiking trip in Peru's remote Huayhuash region. His family has engaged a private mountain rescue team to search for him after he failed to check into a hotel and missed a scheduled flight.
A 41-year-old man is fighting for life in hospital after being allegedly stabbed by a group of teenagers during a car theft in Melbourne's south-east. Two 16-year-old boys have been arrested and a third is being sought in connection with the incident.
The Victorian government has delayed stricter regulations on egg and poultry production until mid-2027 due to the H5N1 bird flu outbreak. The move allows producers more time to prepare for new poultry welfare regulations amid the outbreak.
Kylie Minogue delivered a dazzling 20-minute performance at the AFL Grand Final pre-game entertainment, featuring her greatest hits, costume changes, and a literal spinning performance in the sky. The show was a homecoming of sorts for the Melbourne girl, who promised and delivered a memorable experience for over 100,000 fans at the MCG and many more at home.
The Beatles' Revolver and The Beach Boys' Pet Sounds are often credited with changing the music landscape in 1966, but there were many other influential albums released that year that deserve recognition. From psychedelic rock to soul and garage rock, 1966 was a pivotal year for music.
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