Stories from Melbourne · Australia

Two Australian women accused of slavery in Islamic State territory in Syria are facing court in Melbourne. The charges relate to their alleged involvement in activities within Syria.

Melbourne star Kysaiah Pickett has been cleared by the Match Review Officer (MRO) and is eligible to play following a bump on Jake Waterman. The incident occurred during a recent match.

Actress and singer Holly Valance, known for her role as Felicity 'Flick' Scully in 'Neighbours', was born on May 11, 1983, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. She turns 43 today.

The son of Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who is leading Iran's peace negotiations, has established links in Melbourne, Australia. These links include property, a visa, and a university job.

A discussion highlighted the need for an urgent interim response regarding donation caps in Victorian elections. This measure is considered essential to ensure transparency about who is supporting candidates and parties in the lead-up to the election, according to the source.

A rugby match at AAMI Park saw one team score eight tries, with Cam Munster contributing in the 8th and 70th minutes. Jerome Hughes scored in the 12th minute, Harry Ground in the 33rd, and Lesati in the 77th.

The Victorian Joint Counter-Terrorism Team arrested two women at Melbourne International Airport. A 53-year-old woman is expected to be charged with four Commonwealth offenses, including crimes against humanity, enslavement, possessing a slave, and using a slave.

The West Tigers are scheduled to play the Melbourne Storm this Sunday afternoon in Melbourne. Heath Mason will play fullback for the West Tigers, replacing Jureen Buller who is out with a shoulder injury. Sonia Taruver and Luke Latham are listed as wingers for the team. Munster scored on the posts after a build-up.

The Tigers football team has announced one change to their lineup, involving player Tim Taranto.

Deanne Kelly, a resident in Western Victoria, is building a new eco-friendly and more fire-resistant home after bushfires. She has recruited dozens of volunteers to help construct the home using old bottles, mud, and hundreds of recycled tyres.