The unsolved murder that started an underworld war

An execution on May 16, 2000, wasn’t exactly headline news – but it was the first murder that began the Underbelly crime war, which would result in 16 killings over 10 years.

Amid Victoria’s all-time highest temperature, wildlife services worked to protect the state’s animals before more sweltering days.

Readers argue that the Australian government should keep well away from Trump’s Board of Peace initiative.

The Mallee has broken Victoria’s heat record. But for the locals who have to live with extremely hot weather, it’s all part of life in the region.

As the state nears Black Saturday levels of burnt land, Victorians brace for the worst.

When Border Force officers found the hidden material on the married father’s phone, he said: “My life is over now, isn’t it?”

Joel Shackleton’s lawyers say Shane Patton, who was police commissioner at the time, was “actively involved” in their client’s case.

Usually, Michael Blackburn’s tankers are used for farm duties. But throughout January, their main role has been keeping his property safe.

Stay up to date with Victoria’s unfolding heatwave and bushfire threats with our live blog.

As a new cohort of Victorian students make the exciting leap from primary to high school, parents are being encouraged to learn how to help.

Melbourne is forecast to swelter through a maximum 45 degrees on Tuesday, but a cool change at night will send temperatures plummeting.

Some marchers were draped in Australian flags, others were observed hurling abuse at people of colour and, at one point, an Asian restaurant.

Residents have been told to get out of the Otways danger zone, before a day of extreme heat that has triggered a statewide total fire ban.

Readers argue that you can have different views on the Australia Day date and still celebrate our country.

Residents have been told to get out of the Otways danger zone by sunset, before a day of extreme heat that has triggered a statewide total fire ban.

They lacked the PA systems and the polished choreography of previous protests, yet the unmistakable echoes of neo-Nazis rang out through the chants and the crowd in Melbourne on Monday.

Residents have been told to get out of the Otways danger zone by sunset, before a day of extreme heat that has triggered a statewide total fire ban.

Attendees at a March 4 Australia rally in Melbourne's CBD chanted racist abuse towards men of African appearance until police led them away.

Invasion Day activists and anti-immigration protesters will converge on Melbourne CBD as part of Australia Day demonstrations. Follow updates live.

A booming part of Melbourne has seen an influx of more than 25,000 students in recent years. Search your neighbourhood to see which areas have the fastest growing schools.

Residents have been told to get out of the Otways danger zone by sunset, before a day of extreme heat that has triggered a statewide total fire ban.

Residents have been told to get out of the Otways danger zone by sunset, before a day of extreme heat that has triggered a statewide total fire ban.

Residents have been told to get out of the Otways danger zone by sunset, before a day of extreme heat that has triggered a statewide total fire ban.

Emergency services are warning people to get out of the Otways danger zone by sunset, before extreme heat bears down on much of the state.

Invasion Day activists and anti-immigration protesters will converge on Melbourne CBD as part of Australia Day demonstrations. Follow updates live.

Parts of northern Victoria are facing seven consecutive days of temperatures above 40.

Parts of northern Victoria are facing seven consecutive days of temperatures above 40.

The top 10 postcodes where Melburnians claim the highest average work-related car expenses are revealed in analysis of ATO data.

Community recipients of Australia Day Honours include a church clock winder, a vehicle collision investigator, a skateboarder and the founders of a charity for the homeless.

Explore the full list of Victorian recipients in every category for this year’s awards.