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Jill Meagher's killer, Adrian Ernest Bayley, 41, to be sentenced by Supreme Court Justice Nettle.

Jill Meagher's killer, Adrian Ernest Bayley, 41, to be sentenced by Supreme Court Justice Nettle.

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Alleged Milne victim strong, decent

St Kilda's Leigh Montagna and Stephen Milne. <i>(Photo: S Costanzo)</i> 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

Tram 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?

Adrian Ernest Bayley will be sentenced today. 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.

Stephen Milne charged with rape

St Kilda's Stephen Milne charged with four counts of rape. <i>(Photo: Quinn Rooney)</i> AFL: St Kilda footballer charged with rape over 2004 incident.

Socceroos' mission accomplished

Josh Kennedy celebrates his World Cup-qualifying goal. <I>(Photo: Carlos Furtado)</I> 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?

Mark Neeld 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 inspector 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

Mark Neeld has said he doesn't know where he went wrong, so Neil Mitchell makes it clear for him. 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

Gerard Healy. 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

Virgin Australia makes emergency landing at Mildura. <i>(Photo: @daniel1467am/Twitter)</I> FOG DRAMA: A Qantas pilot has helped a Virgin Australia plane, low on fuel, land safely at Mildura Airport.

Craig uncertain on top job

Neil Craig is the Interim Melbourne Coach. (Picture: Sebastian Costanzo) 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: We'll all die eventually. What counts is making the most of the limited years we have. <i>(Photo: Jessica Shapiro)</i> 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 is an issue around Melbourne. (Picture: Peter Stoop) 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?

<b>WATCH VIDEO:</b> Is this this worst-ever answer to a beauty contest question? 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

Charles Saatchi. (Photo: Dave M. Benett/Getty) 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'

Breath test. (Photo: Jerry Galea) 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

It's a day for ideas on the Neil Mitchell program. 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

Shane Warne's Brighton home is up for sale. (Photo: The Age) 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

Surprising new statistics suggest 18 is too young to start drinking. 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

A mother has been pricked by a syringe while checking her mail. 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'

Diane 'Dee Dee' Dunleavy 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

Anyone with any information about the incident is asked to contact Crime Stoppers CAN YOU HELP?: A man has been left in hospital following a violent street robbery in Sunshine overnight.

The Save My Seat campaign

A country cop has started a road safety campaign with a difference: It's positive. 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'

Mark Williams: Melbourne's next coach? 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's opening to his first program - How do we fix the dole? (Photo: Ellen Feely) 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

Give a Gonski 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'

Interim CEO Peter Jackson and sacked coach Mark Neeld face the press. (Photo: Sebastian Costanzo / The Age) CONFIRMED: Sacked Melbourne coach Mark Neeld says he wouldn't do anything differently.

Nigella Lawson is the victim in this

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'

Jeff Kennett is as interested as ever to pursue the Melbourne presidency. 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'

Angus bull. (Photo: Steve Hynes) 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?

Is Leunig's cartoon crossing the line? (Image: Michael Leunig) 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

Prime Minister Julia Gillard. 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

Travel Show 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

Mercedes driving course 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

Commodore around Australia 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 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 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

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

Tom Elliot 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

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

3AW Football - Brian Taylor 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

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

Darren James - Come and find a bargain on 3AW 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

Email your picture or video to neilspics@3aw.com.au for your chance to win! 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

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 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

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 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?

Justin Smith. Senior Producer of the Neil Mitchell program and fill-in Mornings presenter Justin Smith gives his take on the world.

Get mobile with 3AW Apps

3AW Radio Apps Never be without Melbourne's favourite talkback station again.

The Castlereagh Line

Wireless radio 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

Jimmy S 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

Your turn to get behind the virtual microphone 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.