‘So iconic’: The Melbourne label behind Kylie’s Grand Final boots

Until Saturday, Kylie Minogue was best known for her iconic gold hot pants. But when she took to the AFL Grand Final stage, it was a pair of knee-high boots that stole the show.

Readers say AI development, including the construction of massive data centres, have consequences for nearby communities who need to be consulted on their placement.

A teenage girl and two others died in the pile-up after a learner driver hit a truck before veering onto the wrong side of the road.

In the first day of an inquest into the 58-year-old’s death, footage showed officers carrying Makai’s limp body into a holding cell.

In the first day of an inquest into the 58-year-old’s death, footage showed officers carrying Makai’s limp body into a holding cell.

A University of Melbourne building designed by a renowned architect is not receiving Heritage Victoria’s backing for protection and is a step closer to demolition.

The National Gallery of Victoria’s former head of IT is accused of issuing hundreds of fake invoices over a number of years to steal $8 million from the institution.

Designed as short-term accommodation, rooming houses are increasingly becoming a “mainstream” living option. But there are concerns about the risks these privately owned services pose.

Designed as short-term accommodation, rooming houses are increasingly becoming a “mainstream” living option. But there are concerns about the risks these privately owned services pose.

A teenage girl and two others died in the pile up after a learner driver hit a truck before veering onto the wrong side of the road.

Police said two people were killed after a car with L plates collided with a truck and then hit another car, near the Grampians.

Police said two people were killed after a car with L plates collided with a truck and then hit another car, near the Grampians.

Though welcomed by the sector, questions remain about whether additional expert-trained staff and resources will be provided as part of the new protocol.

Readers argue that the AI threat to humanity is real but suing its owners might reduce the dangers currently posed.

He lost Kooyong to a Teal in 2022. Now, Frydenberg is stepping back onto the national stage.

The secrets behind Minogue’s sensational grand final performance can now be revealed – but one mystery remains.

As the cost of living continues to bite, more families are reporting that energy, water and gas services are failing to offer support or solutions.

As the cost of living continues to bite, more families are reporting that energy, water and gas services are failing to offer support or solutions.

Villawood Properties executives Rory Costelloe and Tony Johnson were once close business partners. Now Costelloe’s group alleges Johnson ripped the business off and lied to the court.

Until Saturday, Minogue’s best known clothing item was her gold hot pants. But when she took to the AFL grand final stage, it was a pair of knee-high boots that stole the show.

Councils will soon have new powers that could be used to block new fast food outlets on health grounds. But it may be too late for these communities.

Warning: Distressing content and images. Jailed as a teen, Moses Riek hopes lessons from his past can keep a new generation out of trouble.

Jailed as a teen, Moses Riek hopes lessons from his past can keep a new generation out of trouble. Warning: Distressing content and images.

Jordan Yap was last heard from on September 14, when he told family and friends he would be going off the grid ahead of a 10-day mountain hike.

Jordan Yap was last heard from on September 14, when he told family and friends he would be going off the grid ahead of a 10-day mountain hike.

Readers react to the latest issues, locally and internationally.

Fremantle Dockers v Brisbane Lions at the MCG, on September 26, 2026, in Melbourne, Australia.

The week in photos from our award-winning staff photographers and regular contributors at The Age.

Readers respond to what they see as an overly complicated technology in everyday appliances. They also react to the Lachie Neale decision.

Eight weeks on from the devastating death of a well-known local trader, the doors of his grocery have opened for the first time.