Taxi drivers have been put on notice outside of Melbourne Park, with fines of up to $4,000 for any drivers caught price gouging customers leaving the tennis. Former Transport Matters Party MP and transport advocate, Rod Barton, told Tony Moclair “it’s like the wild, wild west out there”. And he thinks the state government “only […]
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Woman in critical condition after falling down embankment in Beaumaris
A woman in her 30s has fallen down an embankment near the water on Beach Road in Beaumaris this afternoon. An ambulance chopper was on the scene assisting police, and the woman has been taken to hospital in a critical condition 3AW caller Jamie said it was frantic. Press PLAY to hear the calls to […]
Australian music legend details ‘extraordinary’ Great Ocean Road scenes
Australian music legend Mike Brady has detailed the aftermath of the flash flooding that’s hit several tourist spots along the Great Ocean Road. Tourists are still stranded and unsure when they can get home, after 180 millilitres of rain fell within six hours yesterday, sweeping cars and caravans out to sea in the Wye River […]
‘In the direct line’: 3AW listeners detail ‘concerning’ situation in Alexandra
An emergency warning has been issued for Alexandra, as the Longwood fire continues to burn out of control. Residents have called in to 3AW to detail ‘concerning’ scenes as the current emergency situation unfolds. As volunteers prepare to face the fire, one CFA volunteer told Laura Spurway, “Our town [is] unfortunately, in the direct line […]
‘Don’t delay’: Stark warning issued as residents flee amid catastrophic bushfire conditions
Authorities in Victoria have issued warnings across the state as multiple fires continue to threaten rural communities. Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland’s family has been evacuated, telling 3AW Afternoons, “I think anyone that has been outside today can feel how ominous it is.” Press PLAY to hear Annabelle Cleeland’s ‘frightening’ update Member for Lowan Emma […]
Press PLAY to hear what is Tony Leonard’s Pub of the Year! 3AW/DE BORTOLI PUBS OF THE YEAR 2025 REVIEW DATES: 5 and 12 December 2025 Today marks the 30th time I’ve announced the De Bortoli Pub of the Year for 2025 and certainly (in the Melbourne metropolitan area), pub life has never been better […]
Pub of the Week: Jekyll and Hyde Tavern, St Kilda
Press PLAY to listen to Tony Leonard’s full review Jekyll and Hyde Tavern Where: 175 Acland St, St Kilda Phone: 9489 8705 Internet: www.jekyllandhyde.au SCORE: 13.7/20 NOVEMBER 21 VENUE: What a fun way to conclude this year’s pub of the week segment with a first time trip to this clever bolt hole in the guts […]
Pub of the Week: Clifton Hill Hotel, Clifton Hill
Press PLAY to listen to Tony Leonard’s full review Clifton Hill Hotel Where: 89 Queens Pde, Clifton Hill Phone: 9489 8705 Internet: www.thecliftonhillhotel.com.au SCORE: 13.9/20 NOVEMBER 14 VENUE: Beautiful old world corner pub, made up from many parts, Clifton Hill Hotel in every aspect is a microcosm of this suburb and indeed is a perfect […]
Pub of the Week: Railway Club Hotel, Port Melbourne
Press PLAY to hear Tony Leonard’s full review Railway Club Hotel Where: 107 Raglan St, Port Melbourne Phone: 9645 1661 Internet: www.railwayclubhotel.com.au SCORE: 16.5/20 NOVEMBER 7 VENUE: After a few years absence and a change of management, you may be inclined to think that one of the five most bankable pubs in Melbourne would be […]
Pub of the Week: Mail Exchange Hotel, Melbourne
Press PLAY to listen to Tony Leonard’s full review Mail Exchange Hotel Where: 688 Bourke St, Melbourne Phone: 9903 6880 Internet: www.mailexchangehotel.com.au SCORE: 13.3/20 OCTOBER 31 VENUE: A thriving, bustling subterraneous pub at the bottom end of Bourke St, the Mail Exchange is but a decade young, and is very much a go-to when footy/concerts […]





