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Jill Meagher's killer, Adrian Ernest Bayley, to be sentenced
SUPREME COURT: Jill Meagher's rapist and killer, Adrian Ernest Bayley, has been sentenced to a minimum term of 35 years in jail.
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Alleged Milne victim strong, decent
NEIL MITCHELL: It is claimed this incident unfolded at Leigh Montagna’s house. I don’t believe it did. I believe it was at the then home of another current St Kilda player. I believe it involved two girls and two players: Milne and Montagna.
Neil's Pics - News
PHOTO GALLERY: Seen Something newsworthy, interesting or funny? Send a video or picture of it to Neil Mitchell! Neil will give away one FUJI Finepix digital camera each week thanks to Harvey Norman - worth over $300.
What sentence will Bayley receive?
NEIL MITCHELL: Adrian Ernest Bayley, one of the most reviled men in Australia, will this morning be sentenced for killing Jill Meagher. There is much speculation about the sentence, but it is up to the judge obviously.
Socceroos' mission accomplished
WE GO TO RIO: Osieck rolled the dice and threw all his cards on the table. And in the end it was a man whom he had ignored through much of the campaign who delivered when it mattered most.
Where is Mark Neeld headed?
RUMOUR FILE: The 3AW Breakfast Rumour File heard that sacked Melbourne Demons coach Mark Neeld has wasted no time in getting out of the 'pressure cooker'.
Council issues parking 'warning'
PARKING WARNING: Council parking inspectors have developed infamy in certain areas around Melbourne, but one South Yarra hairdresser received a pleasant surprise when he found two inspectors next to his car.
Seven reasons why Neeld failed
DEE-SMISSED: Mark Neeld has said he doesn't know where he went wrong, so Neil Mitchell makes it clear for him.
Gerard Healy responds to Garry Lyon
MELBOURNE COACH: Gerard Healy has hit back at Garry Lyon, who called for Healy to step up and lead Melbourne in their search for a new coach.
Mildura diversions for Qantas, Virgin
FOG DRAMA: A Qantas pilot has helped a Virgin Australia plane, low on fuel, land safely at Mildura Airport.
Craig uncertain on top job
MELBOURNE: Interim Melbourne Coach Neil Craig says he will use the next 11 weeks to determine whether he has any desire to take on the role full time.
Pay more respect to our elders
TOM ELLIOTT: Figures out today show that 30 per cent of all suicides across Australia are committed by people over 65. I reckon that people my age need to do more to respect and appreciate those in the twilight of their lives.
Public can help reduce graffiti
GRAFFITI: Graffiti around our city is sometimes seen as unique and a part of its culture, however for those who do partake in the activity are running a real risk.
Worst-ever beauty contest answer?
WATCH VIDEO: Neil Mitchell thinks the Miss USA entrant being touted as the person responsible for the worst-ever answer in a beauty contest 'sounded lovely'.
Police caution Nigella's husband
LONDON: Charles Saatchi has accepted a police caution for assault after being photographed with his hand around his wife Nigella Lawson's throat. Photographs which appear to show Saatchi grabbing Lawson's throat were the result of a "playful tiff", he said.
Drink-driving a 'social offence'
HAVE YOUR SAY: A former Homicide Squad detective people convicted of traffic offences – including drink-driving – should not be prohibited from joining the police force. Do you consider drink-driving to be a social offence or a criminal offence?
Forget politics: It's an ideas day
IDEAS DAY: Licences for young drinkers? High-tech stuff, and some good, old fashioned can-do attitude. Today's a day for interesting ideas.
Tips of the trade from Warnie's agent
LISTEN: Shane Warne's Melbourne mansion is on the market, so 3AW Breakfast went straight to his real estate agent to ask where bidding started.
Push to change drinking age
IS 18 TOO YOUNG?: Ross and John are dubious, but doctors and academics are heading to Canberra pushing for the legal drinking age to be lifted to 21.
Mum pricked by syringe in mailbox
NASTY SURPRISE: A Bayside mother has an anxious three month wait for medical tests after being pricked by a syringe left in her letterbox.
Dee Dee denies 'victim blaming'
RESPONSE: Dee Dee Dunleavy has issued a statement saying she is 'mortified' that anyone would think she was 'bullying or victimising' Nigella Lawson after receiving a 'torrent of abuse' for her call for the celebrity chef to 'make a stand on domestic violence'.
Sunshine man bashed for books
CAN YOU HELP?: A man has been left in hospital following a violent street robbery in Sunshine overnight.
The Save My Seat campaign
CAMPAIGN: A country cop has started a road safety campaign with a difference: It's positive.
Woman killed in head-on smash
FATAL CRASH: Elderly woman killed following head-on smash in western Victoria.
'Mark Williams is Melbourne's man'
WHAT'S NEXT?: Caroline Wilson and Dwayne Russell say Mark Williams is the man most likely to take on the task of pulling Melbourne from the bottom of the ladder.
Sometimes people make mistakes
TOM ELLIOTT: I think people have overreacted towards what Dee Dee wrote. Yes, both her timing and choice of words were poor and she should have known better. We all need to accept that sometimes people make mistakes and say the wrong thing.
Defunct school's Gonski funds
RUMOUR CONFIRMED: A Victorian primary school that closed at the beginning of the year has been granted a funding increase under federal government the Gonski education changes.
Neeld gone: 'I take responsibility'
CONFIRMED: Sacked Melbourne coach Mark Neeld says he wouldn't do anything differently.
Nigella Lawson is the victim in this
NEIL MITCHELL: The price of fame. Nigella Lawson and those awful photos of her in a domestic dispute with her husband. Now there is the argument that it is up to Nigella to take a stand against domestic violence. Bit rough, she is the victim in this.
Kennett receiving AFL 'messages'
KENNETT PUSH: Former Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett says Mark Neeld's sacking as Melbourne coach does not go far enough.
Goat & bull's 'strange relationship'
NO KIDDING: This morning Neil Mitchell learned of the 'strange relationship' between a goat and an Angus bull in Rutherglen.
Has Leunig crossed the line?
ANOTHER MENU: Neil Mitchell says he can’t see the point of Leunig’s cartoon in The Age today, calling it ‘tacky’ and ‘a little offensive’. Do you think the parody of the ‘Kentucky Fried Julia Gillard’ menu crossed the line?
Julia Gillard on 'offensive' menu
CONTENT WARNING: The owner of the restaurant where the fundraising function for Liberal National Party candidate Mal Brough was held, now made infamous for the 'Moroccan Quail' denigrating the Prime Minister, says he created the menu as a 'private joke'.
What's on 3AW
Geelong travel & cruise Expo
If you feel like a holiday, join 3AW as we broadcast live, Sunday June 30th from the Geelong Travel and Cruise World Expo
Older drivers, enhance your skills with Mercedes Benz
Licensed drivers aged 55 and over will have the opportunity to participate in this half-day program, which is designed to inform and educate motorists in a comprehensive range of Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
VF Commodore around Australia road test
Follow the Drive team as they complete a 16,500km lap of Australia in the most comprehensive road test of Holden's new Commodore.
Breakfast with Ross and John
Ross Stevenson and John Burns entertain listeners with their razor sharp wit and oddball humour every morning. And every day the best segments of their on-air - and sometimes off-air - program are published on 3AW.com.au.
Mornings with Neil Mitchell
Neil Mitchell is one of Australia’s most experienced journalists. He sets the Melbourne news agenda every day from 8:30am to 12pm.
Afternoons with Denis Walter
3AW Afternoons provides a feast of entertainment and helpful information between 12 and 3pm every Monday to Friday. Denis Walter, one of 3AW's favourites, hosts the program each day - with highlights regularly uploaded to 3AW.com.au.
Drive with Tom Elliott
Take a new way home with Tom Elliott. In an all-new, three-hour Drive Program, Tom Elliott tackles the issues affecting Melbourne, bringing you the latest news, information, opinion and talk back.
3AW's Sports Today
Former AFL stars Dwayne Russell and Gerard Healy keep you informed about the game all year round, but particularly in-season. When AFL takes a break, the boys ensure all of your sporting requirements are met.
3AW Football Central
In 2013, the 3AW Football team is the most experienced and successful in the league. This is your home for all 3AW Footy news, views and analysis. 3AW is Football.
Nightline with Bruce and Phil
Now in their 18th year together, Bruce and Phil are as fresh as ever hosting Australia's most listened to Evening Program . Sunday - Thursday from 8pm until Midnight.
3AW Weekends
The 3AW Weekends page incorporates Buy Swap and Sell, the Big Backyard, Streetwise, the Big House, Sunday Morning, Talking Health, Blast From The Past and Melbourne Overnight.
Neil's Pics
Seen Something newsworthy, interesting or funny? Send a video or picture of it to Neil Mitchell! Neil will give away five Nikon S400 Digital Camera thanks to Harvey Norman to the best pictures or videos sent to the program.
Pub of the Week 2013
Tony Leonard is back for a 19th year reviewing Melbourne's best pubs. Listen to the famous segment with Neil Mitchell at 11:40 every Friday.
Cleaning guru Shannon Lush
Shannon Lush is our resident natural product cleaning lady. Do you have any goo that needs removing? Any stubborn stains that won't budge? Shannon will have the answers! Listen to her latest segment now and leave a question for next time.
3AW Food
Find Bob Hart's latest recipes, Tony Leonard's Pub of the Week reviews, La Luna Head Chef Adrian Richardson favourite dishes and Ela Carte's weekly reviews.
Andrew McLaren Overnight
Andrew McLaren helps Melbourne get through the night with a refreshing edge. From midnight to 5:30am weekdays, he will keep you entertained and informed.
Justin Smith: Sorry, What?
Senior Producer of the Neil Mitchell program and fill-in Mornings presenter Justin Smith gives his take on the world.
The Castlereagh Line
LISTEN: Missed your daily dose of compelling radio serial 'The Castlereagh Line'? Catch up on the mystery, scandal and intrigue here, or tune in to Nightline with Bruce & Phil each weeknight.
Movies with Jim Schembri
Jim Schembri is one of Australia's most respected film critics. Click here for all your Jim Schembri film reviews, top ten lists, interviews with Australian and Hollywood talent and much much more.
3AW Online Community
Thanks to the 3AW website, you can now promote your community event, garage sale and basically whatever you want (within reason) to the hundreds of thousands of 3AW web users.
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