Scorchers fight back for vital BBL win against Brisbane
Stunning bowling from AJ Tye and Lance Morris has helped the Perth Scorchers overcome the Brisbane Heat by 35 runs at Optus Stadium.
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Tracking option raised after dingo bites girl on K’gari
Rangers have increased patrols and are keeping an eye on tourist behaviour around dingoes on the island of K'gari after a girl was bitten multiple times.
Alcaraz wants to take Djokovic’s Australian Open crown
A confident Carlos Alcaraz says he wants the chance to take down Novak Djokovic, the king of Melbourne Park, in the Australian Open final.
Demon’s rise no surprise, can go far: Djokovic
Novak Djokovic isn't surprised by Alex de Minaur's move into the world's top 10 and says the Australian hope can "go deep in the tournament" at his home major.
Taipans overcome sluggish starts to beat 36ers in NBL
The Cairns Taipans have shaken off a horror start to both halves to beat the Adelaide 36ers 111-101 in overtime and keep their top-six NBL hopes alive.
Illness forces star Ewan out of Down Under criterium
Australian sprint ace Caleb Ewan, the main favourite in Saturday night's Down Under criterium, is a late withdrawal because of illness.
Ukraine attacked by 40 Russian missiles, drones: Kyiv
Ukraine's air force says Russia has launched 37 missiles and three drones in an overnight strike that has tested its air defences.
Heyman hits 100th goal as Canberra beat Adelaide in ALW
Michelle Heyman scored twice in Canberra's 3-1 win over Adelaide to become the first to reach 100 goals in the top flight of Australian women's football.
Underwhelming Socceroos grind past India in Asian Cup
The Socceroos have ground their way to a 2-0 win over India in an underwhelming start to their Asian Cup campaign in Qatar.
Early lead for Taiwan ruling party’s Lai in poll count
China has vowed to smash any plots for independence in Taiwan as the ruling party's candidate Lai Ching-te takes an early lead in the presidential poll count.
Finch suffers duck but lands a winning BBL send-off
Melbourne Renegades have given Aaron Finch.a winning send-off though he was dismissed for a duck in their six-wicket BBL win over local rivals Melbourne Stars.
Taiwan voters give ruling party third presidential term
Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party candidate Lai Ching-te has been elected president but the party has lost its control of parliament.
Israel’s Gaza push continues, nears 100 days of war
The Israeli army says its forces have killed numerous militants in the southern area of Khan Younis and in the central Gaza Strip.
I’m my own biggest AO threat: Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic says he will be his own greatest threat once the crusade for an 11th Australian Open title begins in Melbourne on Sunday night.
Desperate boat rescue as monsoon drenches north Qld
Already saturated communities in north Queensland are expecting further heavy rain as a monsoon trough moves over the Cape York Peninsula.
Denmark’s Frederik, Mary arrive for royal inauguration
Crown Prince Frederik and his Australian-born wife Mary have arrived at the Danish parliament for their inauguration as King and Queen.
French foreign minister vows support in Ukraine visit
French Foreign Minister Stéphane Séjourné says his government will support Ukraine for "as long as necessary" amid Russian attacks.
Yemen’s Houthis vow ‘strong response’ after US strike
Houthi rebels say they will respond to the latest strike in Yemen by the United States.
Electric vehicle shipping problems cause a real stink
Thousands of Australian motorists are still waiting to receive electric cars after a new quarantine issue at the border caused by an unexpected pest.
New resorts bounce back after Cyclone Jasper downturn
New and refurbished Queensland resorts had their grand openings planned for early December but then came the warnings about approaching tropical Cyclone Jasper.
Socceroos keen to find goalscorers as Asian Cup starts
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has high expectations ahead of his third Asian Cup and believes he has the answers to finding regular goalscorers.
Quiet streets, fuel lines after PNG declares emergency
Calm has largely returned to the Papua New Guinea capital Port Moresby after rioting and looting broke out amid public sector protests over missing pay.
Suncorp surface not cause for Sydney injury toll: Talay
Ufuk Talay says Sydney can't point the finger at the Suncorp Stadium playing surface as a reason for their mounting injury toll.
‘Softer’ year ahead as spending and loan growth slow
After a year of surging rental prices and cost-of-living expenses, relief could be on the cards for borrowers with economists raising hopes for a soft landing.
Stabbing accused dumps lawyer mid-court hearing
A man accused of stabbing five people in a rampage across inner Melbourne has dumped his lawyer in the middle of a court hearing, opting to represent himself.
Former NRL player faces decision in sexual assault case
A former Brisbane Broncos player's mediation process with prosecutors has broken down over an allegation that he assaulted a female bar patron.
PNG asks Australia for helicopter after deadly unrest
Australia's government remains in constant communication with Papua New Guinea and has received requests for assistance after deadly rioting and civil unrest.
Tour leader Wollaston warns of ‘Popcorn Pocket Rocket’
Stage-one winner Ally Wollaston says her Australian teammate Sarah Gigante is primed for the Tour Down Under's decisive Willunga finish.
Open’s champion mums returning to the fray
Former Australian Open champions Caroline Wozniacki, Angelique Kerber and Naomi Osaka are all returning to Melbourne Park after having children.
Hooper’s Olympic sevens tilt hits snag as debut delayed
Michael Hooper's Olympic ambitions have hit a speed bump, with the former Wallabies captain's rugby sevens debut put on hold until at least late February.
Child bitten in latest dingo attack at popular island
A young girl has been bitten by a dingo in the second attack in as many weeks on a popular Queensland tourist spot.