Bancroft believes specialist openers best for Test role
Test contender Cameron Bancroft believes the experience of being a specialist opener would be precious for candidates in the battle to replace David Warner.
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New year changes to bring vape ban, boosted payments
A raft of major policy changes are scheduled to start as the sun sets on 2023, including cost of living relief measures in some states.
Crucial week looms in fight for BBL’s top spots
Sydney Sixers face Brisbane twice in the space of three days to start 2024, with the back-to-back fixtures set to go a long way to deciding the BBL's top two.
Warning system could save farmers millions of dollars
Crop contamination from herbicides can cost growers millions of dollars in damage - but a warning system is helping to avoid it.
Key players will try to deliver the goods for NRL clubs
A new year of NRL awaits, with each club relying heavily on experienced stars or rising youngsters to step up in key areas in 2024.
Wasted opportunity as frozen eggs languish in storage
The vast majority of eggs frozen by prospective mothers go unused, causing headaches for IVF clinics and preventing potentially groundbreaking research.
Australia beat India by three runs to seal ODI series
India were left to rue poor catching and a lower-order stumble as Australia edged home in a thriller in Mumbai.
Novak Djokovic fires in his United Cup opener
Novak Djokovic has made a hot start to the summer, defeating China's Zhang Zhizhen 6-3 6-2 in their United Cup clash in Perth.
Bring on the new year, Aussies set to welcome 2024
Across Australia, revellers are ready to farewell 2023 and welcome 2024 with plenty of New Year's Eve events, shows and fireworks.
Two children found floating in Perth river
Two children have been rushed to hospital in a critical condition after they were found floating in Perth's Swan River on New Year's Eve.
Resurgent Zverev fights back in United Cup thriller
Germany's Alexander Zverev has fought back from a set down to defeat Italian Lorenzo Sonego 6-7 (5-7) 6-3 6-4 at the United Cup.
Edwards shines, but rain wrecks Sixers’ BBL hopes
Sydney's rain has denied the Sixers a chance to beat cross-town rivals the Thunder, with umpires taking players off an over before the match could be declared.
Browne ejected as Sobey lifts Bullets for vital win
Nathan Sobey has scored 35 points in a standout performance for the Bullets, while Gary Browne was ejected in the Phoenix's 95-83 NBL loss to Brisbane.
Fritz fires USA up ahead of Australia United Cup clash
America's Taylor Fritz surged past Britain's Cameron Norrie in the men's singles at the United Cup ahead of Monday's showdown with Australia's Alex De Minaur.
Israeli tanks advance deeper into Gaza districts
The latest fighting in the Middle East conflict is focused in al-Bureij, Nuseirat, Maghazi and Khan Younis, backed by intensive air strikes.
Israel pushes deeper into Gaza camps 12 weeks into war
Israel has rejected South Africa's launch of a genocide case against it, as Israeli tanks push deeper into districts in central and southern Gaza.
Djokovic less nervous as he returns to his happy place
Novak Djokovic will attempt to win grand slam No.25 at this summer's Australian Open, and he's not feeling as nervous as last year.
Hail, thunderstorms forecast for New Year’s Eve
The last day of 2023 is forecast to bring heavy rain and hail for parts of Australia, with communities warned about the possibility of flash flooding.
Canada impress as Djokovic starts march to AO defence
Leylah Fernandez has starred for Canada in their 2-1 win over Chile in an action-packed day at the United Cup.
Fit-again Rodionova impresses in WTA return in Brisbane
Australia's top-ranked female tennis player Arina Rodionova has upset Italian Martina Trevisan in the first round of the reborn Brisbane International.
Thiem’s slithering surprise in Brisbane qualifier win
A deadly brown snake stopped play before Austrian Dominic Thiem produced a great Brisbane International qualifying escape against Australian James McCabe.
Russia says 20 dead in ‘indiscriminate’ Ukraine attack
Two children are among the 20 people killed in the Russian city of Belgorod in what Moscow is describing as an "indiscriminate" attack by Ukraine.
Storms threaten to hamper Queensland recovery effort
Queenslanders are on alert for more storms as recovery efforts continue after wild weather ravaged much of the state's southeast.
Three all-Australian ties in Brisbane first-round draw
The Brisbane International draw has tossed up three all-Australian first-round clashes and a repeat of the 2013 final between Andy Murray and Grigor Dimitrov.
Alive clinches second Sydney to Hobart overall win
Tasmanian yacht Alive has been declared overall winner of the 78th edition of the Sydney to Hobart, claiming the honour for the second time.
Green still a chance to replace Warner in opener’s race
Australia coach Andrew McDonald has refused to limit David Warner's replacement to specialist openers, indicating Cameron Green is still a chance for the spot.
Weather warnings to be reviewed after backlash
The federal government will review the national emergency warning systems following criticism in the aftermath of storm and cyclone disasters.
Giant hail, thunderstorms forecast for New Year’s Eve
The last day of 2023 is forecast to bring heavy rain and giant hail for parts of Australia, with communities warned about the possibility of flash flooding.
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Digital hand for responders after devastating floods
As storms, floods and bushfires wreak havoc on Australia, a little-known company owned by the nation's governments is in demand for its digital intelligence.
Heatwave conditions over New Year’s break
Heatwave conditions are set to hit the Northern Territory, Queensland and Western Australia with the mercury likely to hit high 40s in several areas.
Electric Kombi, Jeep and sports cars to shake up 2024
Major brands are preparing to launch electric cars in Australia for the first time, in a move experts say will see some motorists question their brand loyalty.