In 1996, the Australian state of Victoria snared the race from South Australia’s Adelaide, which had been the F1 season finale every year since 1985. Melbourne flipped F1’s annual Australia visit around, and it has since been the first race in 24 out of the 29 events held at Albert Park (including this weekend).

Will Brown has snapped his qualifying hoodoo, claiming his first pole position since May 2025 at the Melbourne SuperSprint. The #888 Ford will start from the front of the grid on Grand Prix Sunday in Melbourne, with Tickford's Thomas Randle also finding form to claim second on the grid.

Formula 1 returns to Melbourne with drivers and their significant others showcasing style and glamour in the paddock.

The FIA has opted to suspend mandatory curfew regulations for Wednesday and Thursday at the Australian Grand Prix.

Rookies led the opening session of the 2026 Melbourne SuperSprint, with PremiAir Racing rising star Jayden Ojeda topping opening practice at Albert Park. Fords dominated the 30 minute hit out, but the Camaro of Ojeda proved fastest of all, with Team 18 driver Anton De Pasquale making it a Chevrolet one-two.

The Perth Wildcats are through to the NBL’s semi-final series with a 18-point win over Melbourne United at RAC Arena on Saturday. Watch live coverage of NBL and WNBL 2025-26 seasons with ESPN on Kayo Sports | New to Kayo? Join now and get your first month for just $1.

The company promises to enhance the established retailers and improve the mix of shopping, dining and entertainment.

Newly released body camera video shows the moment a convicted felon slipped out of his handcuffs and triggered a 24-hour manhunt in Brevard County.