Press PLAY to hear Emilia’s full review Tien Dat 3 Carrington Rd Box Hill Tien Dat has not only been a stalwart for locals for years, but it was also a personal mainstay during my high school days. Known for its wide yet familiar mix of Vietnamese and Chinese dishes, this long‑running Box Hill favourite […]
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On 1 May 2025, a broadcast on 3AW Breakfast about the impacts of deregulation of the taxi industry incorrectly stated that taxi licence plates were previously sold by the Victorian government. The plates, although originally issued by the State Government for a fee, were in fact sold on the open market.
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Teen dead after alleged carjacking attempt ends in horror crash
Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances of a fatal collision that occurred in Hoppers Crossing early on Friday morning. Press PLAY to hear the details of the ‘shocking’ incident Leading Senior Constable Jody Clayton told 3AW Breakfast, “it’s alleged a stolen grey Skoda sedan was allegedly pursuing another vehicle in what appears to be an […]
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‘What’s that?’: The exclusive event Meghan Markle will attend during Australia trip
Entertainment reporter Peter Ford has shed light on the travel commitments of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during their upcoming trip to Australia. Press PLAY to hear the details Image: Getty Images/Jemal Countess
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12/03/2026
Alleged carjacker arrested and charged after crash splits car in two
Police have arrested and charged a man following an alleged carjacking and subsequent crash in Seabrook last week. Press PLAY to hear the latest ‘unbelievable’ update Leading Senior Constable Jody Clayton told Ross and Russ, “we allege that the car was stolen from the Laverton railway station only minutes before [the driver] failed to negotiate […]
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‘Why are they waiting?’: Sly’s personal anecdote amid Victoria Police staffing crisis
Sly of the Underworld has weighed in on the Victoria Police staffing crisis, as reports of violent crime continue across Victoria. Press PLAY to hear the problems he sees + his personal anecdote relating to the issues The veteran crime reporter referred to increased pressure on officers, telling Ross and Russ, “policing has changed so […]
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11/03/2026
A test is being developed by Melbourne researchers in the hope of being able to predict pregnant women likely to go in to have premature births to providing better care to pre-term babies. It’s hoped a test could give doctors a better indication of the risk of going into early labour. Senior research fellow Dr […]
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Growing body of research shows potential risks of arthroscopic knee surgery
Advice is mounting to warn Australians against arthroscopic knee surgery, especially for patients with osteoarthritis who are aged over 50. President of the Australian Rheumatology Association Professor Rachelle Buchbinder said it could be doing more harm than good. “We are talking to GPs and importantly to patients to say don’t ask for a referral for […]
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06/02/2018
The public sector and their sickies: Is it us or them?
The average public sector worker takes nearly two more sickies than the average private sector worker. Why? Well, the Public Service Commissioner has told The Australian it’s because private sector bosses are too tough when it comes to sick leave. But as Ross and John mooted, surely that means the opposite could also be true… Click […]
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22/01/2018
Using headphones right now? You should hear this warning
Australians have been warned about the lasting damage that can be done to your hearing after the release of new stats that show one in 10 people have their headphones playing too loud. “It’s very damaging … because the damage is permanent,” Simon David, audiologist manager for Bupa. “It’s one of those things that creeps up […]
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Baby boom: Why Victoria is leading the way
Victoria is in the midst of a baby boom, enjoying the biggest increase in birth rates of anywhere in Australia the past year. ABS data shows an extra 9324 births were recorded in 2016, taking the total to 82,892, which is nearly a 13 per cent jump on the previous year. But Professor Peter McDonald […]
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14/12/2017
RUMOUR CONFIRMED Essendon ex-captain Zach Merrett received a cheeky gift from teammate Jye Caldwell over the off-season, which was brought up on the Rumour File dating back to December 23rd! Press PLAY to hear what Caldwell gave to Merrett “That is very funny,” 3AW Breakfast host Ross Stevenson said. Image: Martin Keep/Getty
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09/03/2026
Car originally given away by 3AW almost 50 years ago to go on auction
RUMOUR AS FACT Prize on the rebound has revealed a Jaguar E-Type.4.2, originally given away as part of a promo by 3AW 46 years ago is set to go on auction. Press PLAY to find out where and when Images: Supplied
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24/02/2026
The pub that’s honouring Australia’s most decorated male winter Olympian!
A pub in Melbourne’s north-east is honouring Australia’s most decorated male Olympian in Scotty James today. The story was brought up on the Rumour File by ‘Flying Kangaroo’ and has since been confirmed by the general manager of the pub! “That’s great news,” Russel Howcroft said. Press PLAY to hear from the general manager of […]
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18/02/2026
The ‘brilliant report’ on the Rumour File involving the Spirit of Tasmania
RUMOUR CONFIRMED A man is in custody in Tasmania after an incident on the Spirit of Tasmania overnight. 3AW caller Ian told the Rumour File the man allegedly appeared to be on drugs and was threatening passengers with a knife. Press PLAY to hear more on the dramatic story A spokesperson from Tasmania Police says […]
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18/02/2026
‘L’ is for the law: Routine driving lesson interrupted to foil alleged bike theft
3AW Breakfast’s Rumour File heard this morning that a driving lesson was interrupted to track down an allegedly stolen bike. Press PLAY to hear the story that Ross Stevenson labelled ‘wonderful’ Driving instructor for Leap Drive School, Richard Codd told Ross and Russ, “[I was] reminding him to check mirrors and do a head check […]
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