England rivalry extra motivation in Aussies’ semi push
Pat Cummins insists Australia have moved on from the dramatic Ashes but says they'll be motivated by their rivalry with England in their World Cup clash.
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Breakers stop the rot with NBL win over Taipans
The New Zealand Breakers have snapped a four-game NBL losing streak and run out 10-point winners against the Cairns Taipans.
Sixers suffer another WBBL loss as Strikers soar to top
The Sydney Sixers are on bottom of the WBBL ladder with a 1-5 record after slumping to a five-wicket loss to the Adelaide Strikers.
No Rowbottom, no worries: Suns seal AFLW finals berth
Despite losing midfield powerhouse Charlie Rowbottom to injury, Gold Coast have clinched their first AFLW finals appearance since 2020 by defeating Essendon.
Palestinians report Israeli strike on school in Gaza
Witnesses say an Israeli strike hit a school serving as a shelter in Gaza, killing and wounding many of the evacuees who had taken refuge there.
Jackomas flags changes after Hawks’ hefty NBL loss
Jacob Jackomas may experiment with the Illawarra Hawks' line-up in the wake of their latest loss,, with the struggling side also targeting changes in mindset.
Evacuation centres set up as fires threaten homes in WA
Bushfires are threatening homes south of Perth with evacuation centres set up in Mandurah and Murray Shire, though it's too late to leave for some residents.
Australians evacuated in Gaza await flights home
Two dozen Australians who were able to leave Gaza will start arriving home as thousands gathered to call on the government to demand a ceasefire.
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Report pokes holes in fuel company plans for net zero
An analysis of net-zero plans released by petrol companies have questioned their green claims, including their reliance on 'dirty' hydrogen and carbon offsets.
Accused triple murderer faces long wait in custody
Erin Patterson, 49, has been charged with murdering three people in a regional Victorian town and attempting to kill two others.
Yeomans out to upstage big-name trainers on Derby Day
Lucy Yeomans heads to Flemington with a pair of Group 1 chances, including Victoria Derby hope Roguery, in her first season as co-trainer with Lloyd Kennewell.
Prime minister receives red carpet welcome in China
Anthony Albanese has become the first Australian prime minister to visit China since 2016, touching down in Shanghai to a red carpet welcome.
Ukrainian missile strike in Kherson kills seven: Russia
Russian authorities say a Ukrainian missile attack has killed seven people in the Russian-controlled part of the Kherson region.
AFL club handing girls the keys to escape abuse
With more than 50 women killed in Australia this year, an AFL club is trying to give girls the tools they need to spot and get out of abusive relationships.
Eric Trump says he relied on others to verify documents
Donald Trump's son Eric has been confronted in court with evidence showing he had signed off on the accuracy of his father's financial statements.
Sanctuary rises from the ashes of Black Summer fires
A wildlife sanctuary is bringing native species back with man-made homes but its owner fears for animals in barren bushfire zones where nothing's being done.
Opposition fights history in battle for Qld election
Queensland Opposition leader David Crisafulli is hoping history does not repeat itself when voters go to the polls in the 2024 state election.
More than 130 dead as magnitude 5.7 quake hits Nepal
An earthquake measuring 5.7 magnitude has struck Nepal, with at least 137 people killed and dozens more injured.
PM challenges Australia to ‘wipe out’ domestic violence
The prime minister has called for a "whole of society mobilisation" to stop violence against women following the death of a young Sydney woman last month.
Damien Oliver steers Kalapour into Melbourne Cup field
Kris Lees's Kalapour has won the Lexus Archer Stakes under legendary jockey Damien Oliver to earn a ticket into the $8 million Melbourne Cup.
Petrol giant powers more than 100 electric car chargers
Electric vehicle chargers are becoming a more common sight at petrol stations as BP passes its 100-charging point milestone.
Judge rejects order to repatriate Aust women from Syria
A Federal Court judge has ruled against forcing the Australian government to repatriate 31 women and children from Syrian detention camps.
Ex-Panthers’ tales make for Penrith’s best sale to Luai
Penrith need only point Jarome Luai in the direction of returning players Daine Laurie and Tyrone Peachey to make their best sales pitch to the No.6.
Free flu jabs to remedy Queensland vaccine fatigue
Queenslanders will be able to get free flu jabs from 2024 amid concern "vaccine fatigue" is contributing to a low rate of people getting their shots.
Campbell’s journey back to Wallabies sealed with a Kiss
Jock Campbell was snubbed by Eddie Jones but will play No.15 for Queensland against Saitama Wild Knights, with Les Kiss backing him to regain his Test jersey.
‘None of this happened’: O’Keefe denies attacking woman
Andrew O'Keefe has told a court he did not kick and spit at a woman in a domestic incident, during which he thought he was having a heart attack.
Rare white platypus spotted, but it’s not an albino
A researcher has shared extraordinary images of a rare white platypus spotted in a NSW stream.
Retiree loses appeal over ‘frenzied’ stabbing murder
A pensioner who twice faced trial over the murder of a 43-year-old Queensland man in 2016 has lost a second bid to appeal his conviction.
Bennett gives Kiwis a boost with Isaako revival
Former New Zealand captain Gary Freeman says the stunning form of Kiwis winger Jamayne Isaako ahead of the Pacific Cup final is thanks largely to Wayne Bennett.
City can still contend after coach’s sacking: captain
Captain Jamie Maclaren and new coach Aurelio Vidmar are adamant Melbourne City can yet right their season after a poor start cost Rado Vidosic his job.
Teen bailed after bid to rob detention centre worker
A teenager was released on bail after trying to rob a youth worker while in detention for his attack on a man in his 60s in central Queensland.