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Rachel Griffiths returns to Australian stage after 25 years in new play about artist Clarice Beckett. Griffiths to star as Beckett, a visionary of Australian modernism, in Melbourne Theatre Company's 2027 season.
Police are seeking to extradite a Melbourne woman after detectives allegedly linked a gun from two Sydney shootings to the mistaken identity gangland murder of Marco Tapia. The 26-year-old woman, Amenah Abusud, is alleged to have been recruited by an organised crime network to participate in the shootings.
Netball Australia is taking steps to address the lack of elite Indigenous talent in the sport with the introduction of the Black Swans, the country's first-ever First Nations team, and the annual First Nations Tournament. The tournament has brought together players from across the country, providing a platform for them to connect and compete.
The Sealers Cove walking track at Wilsons Promontory has reopened after a five-year closure due to storm damage. The $4.8 million rebuild involved a temporary camp and complex logistics.
Exotic fruits from Far North Queensland are gaining popularity in capital cities as demand for tropical flavours surges. The unusual produce, including jackfruit, rambutan and mangosteens, is becoming increasingly sought after through social media, word of mouth, and cultural demand.
Victoria's power grid is under strain as data centres drive surging demand for renewable energy. The state's largest wind farm is set to almost double its capacity, but a significant portion of its output will be consumed by just two data centres.
Brisbane remains the most profitable capital city for property sellers in Australia, with a median profit of $525,000. However, national resale profits have declined, with 20.8 per cent of Melbourne units sold at a loss.
Haftu Strintzos, Australia's men's marathon record holder, has gone from being a shepherd in Ethiopia to a champion athlete in Melbourne. He broke the Australian men's marathon record in two hours, six minutes and 20 seconds at the Gold Coast Marathon in July.
Toby Greene is set to leave the GWS Giants to join Geelong ahead of the 2027 season, citing family reasons. The 32-year-old has been offered a lucrative three-year deal to join the Cats.
Melbourne will be the third stop on the Formula 1 calendar, with Bahrain hosting the season-opening race. A sprint race will be a feature of the Australian Grand Prix next year.
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