Saudis beat Roos, pressure builds on Arnie
Australia have suffered a 1-0 World Cup qualifying loss to Saudi Arabia, heaping more pressure on coach Graham Arnold as a sudden-death play-off looms.
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Miami meltdown for ‘frustrated’ Kyrgios
Nick Kyrgios has had another meltdown, coming close to being defaulted as he suffered a straight-sets defeat to Jannik Sinner at the Miami Open.
Government prepares for winter COVID spike
The federal budget, released on Tuesday night, provides funding to prepare the health system for an expected COVID-19 and flu spike in winter.
Concerns budget spend will fuel inflation
Global credit rating agencies have given a nod of approval to the federal budget, but economists see pre-election handouts further fuelling inflation.
Budget a measure for tough times: Morrison
The prime minister says the budget is about more than getting re-elected after Treasurer Josh Frydenberg unveiled a number of short-term sweeteners.
Morrison brushes off Lib senator’s swipe
Scott Morrison has dismissed an attack by NSW senator Concetta Fierravanti-Wells labelling him unfit to be leader, saying being criticised is part of the job.
Body sense is Moloney key to Brisbane 32
Queensland's Olympic star Ash Moloney has a long-term dream of 2032 Olympics gold in Brisbane - but that means keeping his battered decathlete's body in shape.
SAS witness excused from ‘murder’ evidence
An SAS witness has not been compelled to confess to an alleged murder Ben Roberts-Smith is accused of ordering in the defamation trial launched by the war hero.
Shane Warne remembered as cricket immortal
Former England captain Nasser Hussain has remembered former foe Shane Warne as simply the greatest cricketer of all-time during the MCG memorial service.
Consent disputed at Sailor’s rape trial
A woman who alleges she was raped by ex-NRL player Tristan Sailor was not substantially intoxicated and just forgot she consented to sex, his lawyer has argued.
Psychologist had ‘no concerns’ with Baxter
A month before Rowan Baxter killed his children, his psychologist had no concerns about his mental health, saying contact with his children would be ideal.
Russian pullback greeted with scepticism
Ukraine's leaders have reacted with scepticism to Russia's offer to scale back military operations around Kyiv.
Outgoing Liberal senator lashes Morrison
Concetta Fierravanti-Wells - who lost a winnable spot on the NSW Liberal Senate ticket - has savaged Prime Minister Scott Morrison in a fiery speech.
Head stars as Australia crush Pakistan
Australia have taken a 1-0 lead in the ODI series against Pakistan after Travis Head hit a ton and Adam Zampa starred with the ball in an 88-run win.
Knights’ Barnett gets six-game NRL ban
Newcastle forward Mitch Barnett has been handed a six-game suspension for making dangerous contact with the head of Penrith's Chris Smith.
Record spend to ‘turbocharge’ regions
The federal government says its budget spending on regional Australia sets a new record, with funding for roads, rail, energy, health and connectivity.
Exports and innovation in $600m ag spend
The government's agriculture budget aims to make it easier for farmers to export their products, with hopes the sector will be worth $100 billion by 2030.
Billions set aside for COVID winter fight
Out-of-pocket costs for prescriptions will be reduced for millions of people, while Medicare funding will increase over the next five years.
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Budget blasted for ‘ignoring’ climate
The 2022/23 federal budget has confirmed $1 billion for the Great Barrier Reef over the next decade, but the environmental spend has also attracted criticism.
States to share in $166b of federal funds
Between the GST carve-up and specific purpose payments, the states and territories will share in more than $166 billion in federal funding over the year.
More than $400m to tackle aged care reform
The federal budget has set aside a further $468 million to help implement the recommendations from the aged care royal commission.
Flood recovery to exceed $6 billion
Disaster support for flood-affected communities is likely to exceed $6 billion, with $1.29 billion paid out to individuals, according to the treasurer.
Regulator to review carbon credit claims
The Clean Energy Regulator will review claims made by an academic that the carbon credit system it runs is a sham, but assures that the scheme can be trusted.
Agar gets COVID, Australia low on players
Australia are down to just 13 fit and healthy players in their tour squad of Pakistan after Ashton Agar joined Josh Inglis in testing positive to the virus.
Sea and air search for Qld windsurfer
A search operation is underway after a windsurfer reportedly disappeared in waters off Scarborough, north of Brisbane.
Qld psychologist jailed for Medicare rort
A respected Queensland psychologist has been jailed for six months after receiving almost $110,000 in bogus Medicare claims over more than 18 months.
North’s Thomas suffers internal bruising
North Melbourne midfielder Tarryn Thomas will miss up to eight weeks after suffering internal bruising following a clash in the club's round-two AFL win.
Dutton’s Qld flood appeal raises questions
Questions have been raised about a group chosen by Defence Minister Peter Dutton as the beneficiary of almost $28,000 he raised for flood victims.
PM defends government response to floods
The prime minister says the federal government is continuing to respond to the ongoing flood crisis in Queensland and NSW with relevant support measures.
Reds and Brumbies to provide Test taster
The unbeaten Brumbies will play the Queensland Reds in a heavyweight Super Rugby Pacific clash that doubles as a Wallabies power struggle.
Brisbane Lions challenge AFLW ban to Svarc
Reigning premiers Brisbane will seek to have Ruby Svarc available for their AFLW preliminary final when they challenge the speedster's ban at the tribunal.