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Australia's freight used to go by train, not truck. Here's how we can bring back rail – and cut emissions

Until the 1960s, railways dominated freight across every distance bar the shortest. Much freight went by sea, and some by truck.

The Conversation

'No doubt they can beat Australia...': Pakistan coach Hafeez shows confident ahead of Boxing Day Test

NEW DELHI: Following a resounding defeat in the opening Test against Australia in Perth, Pakistan are focusing on a two-day tour match against a Victorian XI to regroup and rebuild confidence, aiming to address shortcomings and fine-tune preparations ahead of the pivotal Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

The Times of India

A Melbourne Landlord Listed A Bed In A Garage For A Cool $150 A Week

People expressed shock and outrage as garage with a bed in it was being advertised in Melbourne for $150 a week.

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Australia set to maintain winning formula for second Test against Pakistan

NEW DELHI: Australia are poised to field an unchanged XI in the upcoming second Test against Pakistan in Melbourne, as revealed by the team's announcement of a streamlined squad on Monday. The decision sees back-up fast bowler Lance Morris omitted, affirming confidence in the victorious lineup from the recent Test…

The Times of India

Melbourne-bound Matildas have eyes on Olympic medal

A first Olympic medal is on the radar for the Matildas, who will face Uzbekistan in Melbourne on February 28 to decide which nation qualifies for Paris.

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A long-dead soprano has taken to the stage with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. Are holograms the future?

I was recently among a curious Melbourne audience who turned out to see a hologram of the long-dead soprano Maria Callas singing with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

The Conversation

Toddler dead after being struck by car

A probe is underway after a 2-year-old child was fatally struck by a car in Melbourne, with investigators appealing for anyone with dashcam to come forward.

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Melbourne United withstand challenge from plucky 36ers

Melbourne United have notched an 11-point win over the Adelaide 36ers, but the NBL ladder leaders were made to work hard by the cellar-dwelling visitors.

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Fornaroli scores as Victory go top with Sydney ALM win

Melbourne Victory have beaten rivals Sydney FC 3-0 to charge to the top of the A-League Men table, with Bruno Fornaroli scoring one goal and assisting another.

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Stott stunner lifts Melbourne City to top spot in ALW

A spectacular goal from Rebekah Stott has earned Melbourne City a 1-1 away draw with Central Coast Mariners and put them on top of the A League Women's ladder.

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Demon Oliver charged with driving on suspended licence

Melbourne AFL star Clayton Oliver will face court next month after he was charged with driving while his licence was suspended.

AAP

NRL's Melbourne Storm lock in historic Fiji trial game

Melbourne have announced plans to play Newcastle in the first NRL-sanctioned match in Fiji.

AAP

Project blowout on North East Link to cost $26 billion

Melbourne's North East Link will cost $26 billion, more than double the original estimate of $10b, blamed on project changes and rising construction costs.

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Melb City's Socceroos attacker Leckie out of Asian Cup

The injury-hit Socceroos will have to reshape their attack after Melbourne City forward Mathew Leckie was ruled out of the Asian Cup with a hamstring injury.

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Family 'let down' over daughter's death in Mozambique

Victoria's state coroner has said he's unable to rule that 20-year-old Melbourne woman Elly Warren's death seven years ago in Mozambique was a homicide.

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'A life lived to the fullest': Labor MP farewelled

The prime minister was among those who have paid their respects to passionate sports advocate and Labor MP Peta Murphy at her funeral in Melbourne.

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United post season-high score in thumping of NBL rivals

Melbourne United had seven scorers in double figures as they racked up their NBL season-high tally in a 106-78 thumping of South East Melbourne Phoenix.

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Man arrested after alleged schoolgirl abduction attempt

Police have arrested a 37-year-old man after he handed himself in following an alleged abduction attempt in Melbourne's CBD.

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Chiro asks for no jail time after exploiting refugee

Melbourne chiropractor Seyyed Farshchi, 50, was found guilty by a Victorian jury of forced labour offences against a refugee.

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Cavalry returns as Sydney FC plot Big Blue upset in ALM

Sydney FC will field their strongest side this ALM season when they take on Melbourne Victory with Jack Rodwell, Max Burgess and Jaiden Kucharski returning.

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Stars Scorched as Perth claim easy BBL win at MCG

The Perth Scorchers have easily beaten the Melbourne Stars by seven wickets in their BBL match at the MCG.

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Kidnapper jailed for 22 years for taking siblings

A kidnapper who bound and gagged two Melbourne children, then three and five, and sought a $1 million ransom from their parents has been jailed for 22 years.

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Girl escapes brazen abduction attempt during excursion

A good Samaritan has saved a schoolgirl from a brazen abduction attempt by a man who tried to drag her away during an excursion at a popular Melbourne laneway.

The Independent UK

6 of the best Australian cities to visit and when to go

Don’t let the journey time from Europe stop you from booking – delightful cities and natural wonders await Down Under

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Demons will grow from AFL finals failure, says Goodwin

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin and chief executive Gary Pert were among the speakers at the AFL club's annual members forum, with plenty to discuss.

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