England have Gabba hope amidst historical horror
England's last three Ashes series triumphs in Australia followed iconic displays at the Gabba but overall their Test record in Brisbane is poor.
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Man found hiding underwater after fatal park shooting
A man attempting to escape a police manhunt has been found hiding underwater "amongst the reeds" in a pond after a fatal shooting in public parkland.
Deep-sea search for MH370 to resume on December 30
The hunt for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 will resume on December 30, renewing hopes of finally locating the jet that vanished more than a decade ago.
‘Massive load’: Cox to benefit from extra Swans support
Dean Cox endured a tough initiation to senior coaching but Sydney star Isaac Heeney believes the Swans boss will benefit from some key appointments in 2026.
Golf the only sport on former Storm star’s horizon
Ryan Papenhuyzen says the only sport he's contemplating playing next year is golf, with the former Melbourne star satisfied with his decision to quit the NRL.
I can’t be DCE: Fogarty ready to be own man at Manly
New Manly No.7 Jamal Fogarty says he is unfazed by the fact he'll constantly be compared to Daly Cherry-Evans, conceding he is not as talented as the old half.
McIlroy sets cat among birdies at Royal Melbourne
Golf superstar Rory McIlroy loves playing in Australia but isn't sure about Royal Melbourne, the venue for the Australian Open, rating another course over it.
Smith comes up with bright idea to fix glaring problem
Steve Smith is planning to use black eye strips to combat the bright lights of the Gabba when the day-night Ashes Test begins.
Teacher accused of stabbing school principal ‘snapped’
A teacher who allegedly stabbed his school principal after his contract was not renewed has been refused bail due to his "extreme" risk to the community.
Drugs, stress ‘likely impaired’ Sea World tragedy pilot
A helicopter pilot involved in one of Australia's worst air disasters was likely but not certainly affected by drugs and stress, experts testified to a coroner.
Baby among dead as Hong Kong fire toll hits 159
More bodies have been found at a Hong Kong apartment complex following the city's deadliest fire in decades, including an infant and a 97-year-old.
Israel says remains Hamas handed over aren’t of hostage
The remains Hamas handed over to Israel don't belong to either of the last two hostages left in Gaza, the Israeli government says.
Deadly floods in Asia kill more than 1400 people
Rescue teams are racing to reach isolated villages and relief efforts are ramping up after deadly floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia.
England cricket great Robin Smith dies in Perth aged 62
Former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton have led the tributes to cricket great Robin Smith, who has died in Perth.
Jacks gives England tactical shift for Gabba: Stokes
England captain Ben Stokes insists the all-round talents of Will Jacks will suit the Gabba as he rejects suggestions his bowlers are already fatigued.
CFMEU ‘threatened’ rival union boss amid bitter feud
The CFMEU followed and intimidated delegates of a rival union at a $19 billion project and made threats against the life of its secretary, an inquiry has heard.
B-words revealed as Olympic vision splendid
Olympic organisers have unveiled a slogan they promise will define the legacy of its host city long after the 2032 Games are over.
Sixers continue late-season WBBL surge with big win
The last time the Sydney Sixers played the Melbourne Stars, Meg Lanning destroyed them. It was a much different story on Wednesday as the Sixers won again.
Wallabies want to face All Blacks to open World Cup
In a first-ever scenario, tournament hosts Australia have been drawn in the same group as arch-rivals New Zealand for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Boddington wins Oppy after paracycling worlds gold haul
Only two years after taking up track racing, Korey Boddington is the second paracyclist to win the Oppy Medal as Australian cyclist of the year.
Five killed as Israel launches strikes in Gaza: report
Israel says it launched an air strike in southern Gaza in retaliation for an attack by militants earlier in the day.
Bruce Lehrmann dodges conviction over drunken joyride
After failing to overturn a damaging defamation judgment, Bruce Lehrmann has dodged serious consequences on a car charge in a magistrates court.
‘More than rhetoric’: $95m boost to support Ukraine
Australia's "unwavering" support of Ukraine has been reinforced with a $95 million support package to help the nation defend itself against Russia's invasion.
In face of Bazball, Smith opens up on the Aussie way
Steve Smith has offered an insight into Australia's plan to counter the English "Bazball' tactics in the second Ashes Test at the Gabba.
Divisive AFL stadium gets the official parliament tick
Tasmania's parliament has voted to approve a new waterfront stadium, which paves the way for the Devils to join the AFL and AFLW competitions in 2028.
Splurging shoppers push economy over speed limit
The sharpest rise in household spending in 21 months suggests the economy is continuing to grow in strength, heightening Reserve Bank fears about inflation.
Court challenge delay clears path for social media ban
Australia's social media age restrictions will kick in as planned, with a High Court challenge to the ban pushed into the new year.
‘Not at this stage’: Schmidt coy about Wallabies role
Wily Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has not ruled out staying on as a World Cup advisor - or returning to the All Blacks camp for the 2027 showpiece in Australia.
Let him cook – and eat: Lee hoping to feast at Open
Ahead of this year's Australian Open, Min Woo Lee has bulked up, saying he needed to become stronger after suffering a bizarre injury in last year's lead-up.
Olympic vision elevates Paralympians to equal status
A champion Paralympian has hailed the inclusive approach of the 2032 Games, while anxieties persist about the home city's infrastructure needs.
Road tests show electric vehicles keep pulling up short
Battery-powered cars have been found using more energy than promised in independent tests, just like their petrol and diesel peers.