Jonassen exalts Lanning’s ‘second coming’
When Australian spinner Jess Jonassen watched a personal video from captain Meg Lanning announcing her return to cricket she cried tears of joy.
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China’s blunt words to Australia and Japan
Chinese ambassador Xiao Qian says Japan's failure to apologise for its conduct during World War II means it could again go to war with Australia in the future.
Security deal to dominate PM’s PNG visit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will travel to Papua New Guinea, where sewing up a security deal could be a top-priority agenda item.
Strikers too good for Renegades in BBL
The Strikers moved up to third after Chris Lynn's masterclass underpinned a clinical win over the 'Gades, but lost Colin de Grandhomme to a hamstring injury.
Titans’ Holbrook banks on spine know how
The best-ever Gold Coast team in the NRL boasted a blue-chip spine of proven performers and the Titans have revisited a winning formula in 2023.
Red card drama as Perth Glory upset Roar
Brisbane Roar's A-League Men unbeaten streak has come to an end in a 2-1 away defeat to Perth Glory marred by an own goal and a red card.
Call to accelerate electric car transition
The automotive industry is failing to move to electric vehicles fast enough to freeze climate change, a leading car executive has warned.
Good news for renters as hot market cools
The red-hot rental market seems to be cooling but vulnerable renters are still under pressure from sky-high prices.
WHO urges plane travellers consider masks
The XBB.1.5 version of the Omicron coronavirus variant is on the rise in the United States and Europe, according to the World Health Organisation.
Wagner mercenaries step up role in Ukraine
Russia's mercenary Wagner Group claims it has taken control of Soledar in east Ukraine as Moscow steps up efforts to capture the strategic city of Bakhmut.
Blanchett wins best actress Golden Globe
Cate Blanchett has won the Golden Globe for best actress as Steven Spielberg's The Fabelmans and dark comedy Banshees of Inisherin claimed the top awards.
Qld law that protects rape accused to go
A high-profile man has not turned up for a court hearing after being charged by Queensland detectives with two counts of raping a young woman in October 2021.
Cardinal George Pell leaves ‘mixed legacy’
Cardinal George Pell has died aged 81 in Rome, a week after mourning in St Peter's beside the body of Pope Emeritus Benedict.
Rookie Murphy could partner Lyon in India
Victorian Todd Murphy is the fresh face for Australia's Test tour of India, with Peter Handscomb also recalled into the 18-man squad.
NRL star’s mum remains behind bars
Uiatu "Joan" Taufua, mother of NRL star Payne Haas, will remain in custody charged with three counts of manslaughter after a horrific head-on crash.
Qld teacher allegedly abused boys overseas
A Brisbane high school teacher has been charged with sexually abusing teenage boys in Brisbane and on overseas trips in Africa and New Zealand.
‘Difficult day’ following Pell’s death: PM
Cardinal George Pell has been hailed by a former prime minister as a "saint for our times", while Anthony Albanese has passed on the nation's condolences.
Slater fuels Scott’s Masters pipe dream
Determined to be a contender at the 10th anniversary of his Masters victory, Adam Scott has taken plenty from an encounter with evergreen surfer Kelly Slater.
Annual inflation bounces back
Housing and transport costs fed into Australia's higher inflation score for November after a softer October result.
Berejiklian ICAC report due after election
The NSW corruption watchdog says it will deliver its report into former premier Gladys Berejiklian after the state election.
Fire-hit gliders dig cool new tree homes
Greater gliders that lost their forest homes to bushfires have moved into new hi-tech digs that are not too hot, not too cold but just right.
Carbon border tariff on the table
The government is considering a tariff on polluting imports so that Australian firms covered by environmental regulations can remain competitive.
Hopes fade for Mossman Gorge swimmer
Hopes of finding a woman missing from a Far North Queensland swimming spot have faded as the search shifts into a recovery operation.
Women’s IPL a ‘life changer’: Jonassen
Australian allrounder Jess Jonassen wants to play in the inaugural Women's IPL in India and says the game is set to forever change for females across the globe.
‘Win-win’ chance for China trade sanctions
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese won't rule out dropping action over China's $20 billion trade sanctions if a deal between the two countries can be reached.
Djokovic fitness scare ahead of Open tilt
In worrying signs ahead of his Australian Open tilt, Novak Djokovic has needed treatment on his left hamstring throughout a practice match with Daniil Medvedev.
Boy stable after Qld helicopter crash
A Sydney boy is in a critical but stable condition one day after he was due to have a major operation on broken bones after a helicopter crash in Queensland.
BBL on Jan 26 needs consultation: Doggett
Sydney Thunder quick Brendan Doggett is encouraging the BBL to keep consulting the Indigenous community if they're looking to play finals games on January 26.
PNG has ‘appetite’ for new defence deal
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will head to Papua New Guinea on Thursday, with counterpart James Marape showing he's ready for serious reform.
Man jailed for abducting social media date
A Queensland man assaulted and held another man captive in order to steal his watch, phone, bank details and car after meeting him for physical intimacy.
Scorchers cruise past Heat to top BBL
Perth have cruised to an eight-wicket win over the battling Brisbane Heat, Josh Inglis and Aaron Hardie powering the chase with an unbroken 132-run stand.