Verry Elleegant set for crowning moment
Verry Elleegant, runner-up in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes for the past two seasons, is ready to deliver in the richest race of the Sydney autumn carnival.
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Qld flood victims face funding means test
Queenslanders will have to pass a means test before qualifying for structural funding as part of the state's $741 million flood recovery package.
NSW flood death as new evacuations ordered
A man's body has been recovered from floodwaters southwest of Sydney as the SES works through one of its toughest storm seasons in recent memory.
Smith, Tiger Woods chasing Im at Masters
Korean Sungjae Im, joint runner-up in 2020, has claimed the outright lead after the first round of the Masters, with Australian Cameron Smith in second spot.
Alleged wife-killer Dawson to stand trial
The High Court has dismissed an application by accused wife-killer Chris Dawson, who pushed for a permanent stay of the matter.
Uni tracks election social media spending
A Queensland university has created a unique online dashboard to track social media spending trends during the federal election campaign.
Tiger’s Masters return a victory in itself
Tiger Woods was back in the Masters some 14 months after a car crash that shattered his right leg, and he responded with a one-under 71 at Augusta National.
Govt aims for repeat miracle in Queensland
Three years after Queensland voters were decisive in helping deliver the prime minister an election victory, the landscape has changed considerably.
Queenslander Cameron Smith lights up the Masters
In-form Australian Cameron Smith sits one shot behind Korean leader Sungjae Im following a four-under-par 68 start to the Masters at windswept Augusta National.
Australia sends more lethal aid to Ukraine
Australia has vowed to continue its military support of Ukraine as Russia announced sanctions against 228 Australian government members in retaliation.
Chronic shortage of psychiatrists for vets
Poor pay and the challenging work mean many psychiatrists are reluctant to take on the demands of treating mentally ill veterans, an inquiry has been told.
New Tas premier pledges courage, integrity
Long-time deputy Jeremy Rockliff is Tasmania's 47th premier after being elected unopposed by Liberal colleagues to replace departing leader Peter Gutwein.
Boosters approved for 12 to 15-year-olds
The Therapeutic Goods Administration has given approval for the Pfizer vaccine to be given as a COVID-19 booster to 12 to 15-year-olds.
Lib candidates safe as poll call looms
As speculation mounts about the election date, Scott Morrison has one less potential hurdle after the High Court denied a challenge over NSW Liberal candidates.
Ricciardo tempers hopes at Aust Grand Prix
Formula One returns to Melbourne but local hope Daniel Ricciardo is tempering his expectations at the Australian Grand Prix.
Garrick comfortable in Trbojevic’s shoes
Reuben Garrick insists he's not going to try to play like Tom Trbojevic as he fills in for the champion fullback at Manly over the next month.
Bennett lunch date not distracting Ponga
Knights star Kalyn Ponga says he's focused on his Newcastle club and not on the Dolphins, nor Wayne Bennett.
Feds ‘must fund’ renewables infrastructure
The federal government is being urged to increase its spending on decarbonisation to unlock investment and jobs in the Hunter and Gladstone regions.
Melbourne deliver Power more AFL misery
Premiers Melbourne have scored a 32-point victory over Port Adelaide with the Power winless after four games of the 2022 AFL season.
Scenic flyers didn’t think about emissions
People who took sightseeing flights during the pandemic, needlessly generating greenhouse gas emissions, have told researchers how they justified it.
United win NBL derby thriller over Phoenix
Ladder leaders Melbourne United have escaped with a thrilling 90-88 NBL local derby win over the slumping South East Melbourne Phoenix.
Manly’s late surge downs Newcastle in NRL
Manly have defied the weather and the absence of their champion fullback Tom Trbojevic to subdue a courageous Newcastle outfit 30-6 in the NRL.
Tonegato, Boyle share NRLW Dally M Medal
Rugby sevens Olympic gold medallist Emma Tonegato and fellow dual-code star Millie Boyle have been announced joint winners of the NRLW's Dally M Medal.
Impey in, Wingard out for Hawks’ AFL game
Hawthorn have lost the dynamic Chad Wingard to injury but the Hawks are set to include defender Jarman Impey for his first AFL game since mid-last year.
Queensland violent crime soars in pandemic
Queensland's violent and DV-related crimes have soared during the COVID-19 pandemic as other offences dropped.
Wildlife groups find koala plan lacking
The federal government has released a plan to save endangered east coast koalas without Queensland's support but conservationists say it won't save the species.
Biggest ASX loss in more than three weeks
Investors have watched the ASX close lower after signs the US Federal Reserve wants larger rate increases to head off inflation.
Force expect different Rebels Super outfit
The Western Force are ready for a Melbourne Rebels side with their tails up after their breakthrough Super Rugby Pacific win.
Refugees’ future still uncertain, lawyer
The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre says another 20 refugees have been released from Australian immigration detention centres.
Ankle surgery for Port AFL forward Dixon
Star Port Adelaide forward Charlie Dixon has had surgery on his ankle and will not resume training for at least a month with the struggling AFL club.
Quick Richardson omitted from CA contracts
An Ashes hero in December, fast bowler Jhye Richardson has been omitted from Cricket Australia's contract list due to the rise of Scott Boland.