Head hails Carey’s selfless Ashes series
Alex Carey's place in the XI was questioned this summer but Travis Head believes Australia should take confidence from the keeper's 'exceptional' Ashes series.
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Reasons for economic optimism: treasurer
Deloitte Access Economics analyst Chris Richardson is upbeat on Australia's outlook despite the challenges posted by the Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Unvaccinated Qld cops, teachers face sack
Police staff and teachers in Queensland face losing their job for failing to get a COVID-19 jab as the state government defends its vaccine mandates.
Officials optimistic as Omicron peak nears
Health authorities in several states say the peak of the Omicron wave of COVID-19 is nearing, as numbers plateau across the country.
Boosters urged in Qld after seven deaths
Queensland has posted a record seven COVID-19 deaths and 15,122 new cases, as the number of patients in hospital reaches more than 700.
Lion Hipwood eyeing May return from ACL
The start of the new AFL season is a bridge too far but Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says forward Eric Hipwood is tracking for a May return from his ACL injury.
Supercars promotes from within for new CEO
Long-serving Supercars chief operating officer Shane Howard has been promoted to the role of CEO, replacing the departing Sean Seamer.
Flights disrupted following Tonga tsunami
International flights have been diverted to Australia in the wake of the volcanic eruption and tsunami in Tonga.
Victoria reports 22,429 cases, six deaths
Victoria has recorded 22,429 new COVID-19 infections and six deaths, as authorities begin distributing free rapid antigen tests to essential workers and others.
NSW records 17 deaths, 29,504 COVID cases
Hospital numbers continue to increase in NSW, including in ICUs, as the state recorded 29,504 new COVID-19 cases and 17 deaths.
Booster message in Queensland virus deaths
Queensland's recent deaths from COVID-19 have rammed home the importance of getting booster shots, the state's chief health officer says.
Most believe rapid tests should be free
A new survey by the Australian Institute has found 72 per cent of Australians believe rapid antigen tests should be free to everyone.
Masters debut on Min Woo Lee’s mind
Young Australian golf star Min Woo Lee will leave for the United States, via Europe, happy with his early form ahead of his Masters debut in April.
Aust flight to assess Tonga tsunami damage
Australia is sending a flight over Tonga to assess damage after the Pacific nation was hit by an underwater volcano eruption and the ensuing tsunami waves.
Maxi classic catch a “complete stuff up”
Glenn Maxwell took a catch for the ages in the Stars' big win against the Heat, but he wasn't as thrilled with his pouch as everyone else was.
Head named player of series, Hobart match
Travis Head has been named player of the series in Hobart after dismantling England's attack in a coming-of-age Ashes summer.
Melbourne Stars stay alive for BBL finals
The Melbourne Stars have curbed the Brisbane Heat's batters before dominating their bowlers in a comprehensive BBL victory.
Djokovic jets off after court visa loss
Tennis star Novak Djokovic has reportedly boarded a flight after losing a court challenge to his visa cancellation on the eve of the Australian Open.
Maxwell’s genius limits Heat to 149 in BBL
Ben Duckett hit an impressive half-century but it was Glenn Maxwell who lit up the MCG and put the Melbourne Stars in the box seat against Brisbane in the BBL.
Charges laid over Brisbane CBD stabbing
A man has been charged with attempted murder after a stabbing in Brisbane's CBD which left a 52-year-old with a "significant" neck wound.
Morgan pips Norman in record Aust PGA win
Jed Morgan has won the Australian PGA Championship by a record 11 shots at Royal Queensland to become the youngest winner of the title under stroke play.
Perth on the board in COVID-impacted WNBL
The Perth Lynx have bagged two wins in three days after round seven of the WNBL was hit by more postponements due to COVID-19.
Search continues for girl missing in NSW
A large-scale search for a nine-year-old girl missing in the NSW Blue Mountains since Thursday has been expanded with police divers arriving.
Lucky loser replaces Djokovic in Open draw
Novak Djokovic's place in the Australian Open will be taken by a lucky loser after the world No.1 lost a Federal Court decision.
NZ Breakers overpower Sydney Kings in NBL
The New Zealand Breakers have posted their second win of the NBL season, beating the Sydney Kings 82-75 at Qudos Bank Arena.
Djokovic loses visa cancellation court bid
Tennis star Novak Djokovic is likely to be deported after he lost a last-minute Federal Court bid to overturn the government's decision to cancel his visa.
Oh breaks drought with WPGA title win
Su Oh withstood a last-day charge from Grace Kim to race away with the inaugural Australian WPGA Championship title by four shots at Royal Queensland GC.
Morgan, Oh win Australian PGA, WPGA titles
Jed Morgan has won the Australian PGA Championship by a record 11 shots while Su Oh has taken out the women's equivalent at Royal Queensland Golf Course.
Roar comeback adds to Phoenix pain in ALW
Katrina Gorry has scored from a late penalty to cap a Brisbane Roar comeback as they rallied from 0-2 down to beat Wellington Phoenix 3-2 in the A-League Women.
Search for missing police dog scaled back
Queensland Police have scaled back their search for missing police dog Quizz but his heartbroken handler is still hopeful of finding him.
Djokovic scheduled to play after Ash Barty
World No.1 Novak Djokovic will begin his Australian Open campaign on Monday night if a court appeal to have his visa reinstated is successful.