Mother and young son’s alleged random stabber claims ‘humanity intact’
The man was charged on Tuesday night with a series of assault-related offences.
Experience
Eleanor has been working as a journalist for five years. She started her journalism career at the Star News Group in Melbourne’s south-east, where she specialised in local news on a wide array of issues including crime, politics, health and lifestyle.
She then moved to Nine in 2023, bringing A Current Affair’s stories to life for digital audiences. After transitioning to a cross-vertical journalist role, she joined the 9News.com.au team full-time in 2025.
During her time at Nine, Eleanor has covered the 2025 federal election, Victorian state budgets and major breaking news events, including the Erin Patterson triple murder trial verdict and the Porepunkah police shooting.
Education
Eleanor earned her Bachelor’s Degree in journalism from RMIT University and spent COVID lockdown studying a short course in Fashion Journalism from the University of the Arts in London.
Awards and Recognition
Eleanor was highly commended at the Victorian Country Press Awards in 2023 for a Road Safety feature published by the Pakenham Gazette titled ‘On a mission to educate’.
Veteran broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch dies aged 82
Hinch was a mainstay on the airwaves for 3AW from the 1980s, known for his outspoken reporting style, which earned him the nickname “the human headline”.
AFL star learns fate over Arizona cherry picker stunt
Dylan Moore was charged after a night out during an off-season trip landed him and a teammate in an Arizona Jail.
Teenage boy arrested after human remains found in search for missing girl
The teenage girl was reported missing by her family on July 5.
Nigel Farage's biggest byelection rival is a man with a bin on his head
Self-described independent space warrior Count Binface is of two candidates to take on Farage in his own seat.
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Pauline Hanson seen being interviewed by controversial UK anti-Islam agitator
The controversial British figure is a convicted criminal who has previously been labelled as a “far-right thug” by leading conservatives in the UK.
Australians scientists develop painless alternative to traditional vaccines
Unlike traditional vaccines, the mRNA patches can be kept at room temperatures for months.
Husband under police guard after mother of two stabbed to death
The couple moved to a quiet street with their two children two years ago.
Second Gold Coast man charged with violent extremist material offences
The 51-year-old is the second man charged over an investigation into the alleged sharing of violent extremism material.
Teammates to sit out footy match after much-loved teacher's on-field death
Nathan Fitzgerald died in hospital two days after sustaining a critical head injury during a reserves match.
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Alleged 'Pam the Bird' graffiti artist charged over bridge stunt
The 22-year-old has been charged with 13 offences, including conduct endangering life.
'My role model': Brother remembers footy player fatally injured in on-field tragedy
Nathan’s brother Matthew said he was cherishing the final memory he had with the 27-year-old.
Family 'incredibly grateful' for community support after on-field Aussie rules tragedy
A fundraiser set up for the young footballer has amassed almost $25,000 in less than three hours.
Third teen charged with murder over fatal stabbing of Melbourne boy
The teen was discovered outside a community medical centre at about 7.50pm.
WA to remove Nicky Winmar statue after AFL great found guilty of assaulting woman
“Violence against women is never acceptable, and it is important we send a strong message to the community”.
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‘Call Triple Zero’: Public warned after pit bull kills dog, injures owner and disappears
Two Pitbulls attacked a small dog who was walking with a woman, her partner, toddler and another small dog.
Canadian boy died after awaking to rabies-infected bat on his face
The 11-year-old boy died in hospital weeks after coming into contact with the bat at a cottage in northern Ontario.
Ex-gangster turned breathwork coach vows to rebuild after business torched
Garry ‘Gaz’ Wright told followers on social media he trusted karma to serve those responsible for the suspected firebombing.
Man charged with people smuggling after pair arrested at remote bakery
About a dozen men believed to be Chinese nationals landed ashore in the cover of darkness early on Tuesday.
Two men killed, another fighting for life after suspected DV fire
An 84-year-old man died after trying to save the man who police believe lit the fire in the Hope Island home.