Wee break has country muso thanking his lucky stars
Award-winning country artist Andrew Swift thought writing, recording and touring was the pinnacle of his life until a brief career break helped him find love.
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Australia’s wet tropics no longer drawing down carbon
The trunks of trees in Australia's tropical rainforests have become a net source of carbon dioxide in a discovery that could undermine global climate goals.
Trump reluctant to send Kyiv Tomahawk missiles
Volodymyr Zelenskiy went to the White House looking for weapons to keep fighting Russia, but met a US president more intent on brokering a peace deal.
Tassie get Shield redemption with thrilling win over WA
One summer after suffering one of the tightest losses in Sheffield Shield history, Tasmania have pulled off a three-run win over Western Australia.
Schools to face 48-hour deadline for action on bullying
Schools will have to take rapid action on bullying complaints, while teachers will get extra resources to help them respond in a crackdown on harmful behaviour.
Australian players falsely accused of mocking India
Australian cricketers have been wrongly accused of mocking India over their Asia Cup handshake drama, but the controversial video was shot before the saga.
Barnaby Joyce won’t recontest seat, keeps options open
Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce will not recontest his New England seat at the next election amid speculation he might join One Nation.
Aussie-raised netballer finds home with Silver Ferns
Silver Ferns netball rookie Martina Salmon could come back to haunt the Diamonds after the Queensland product made her Constellation Cup debut.
Magpies premiership heroes not offered new contracts
American-born Collingwood tall Mason Cox and Brownlow medallist Tom Mitchell have been informed they won't be offered new contracts by the Magpies.
Billions in unworn clothes hanging in Aussie wardrobes
The hidden fashion fortune hiding in wardrobes across Australia is estimated to be worth tens of billions of dollars.
Kiria-Ratu stars in Cook Islands demolition of PNG
Cook Islands have trounced PNG 34-6 in the women's Pacific Bowl clash in Port Moresby, with winger Paulina Morris-Ponga notching a hat-trick.
Ka Ying Rising wins $20m Everest at Randwick
Hong Kong's Ka Ying Rising has won the $20 million The Everest, the world's richest race on turf, at Sydney's Randwick racecourse.
Selectors look on positive side for Green’s Ashes role
Chief selector George Bailey has had his say on Cameron Green's side soreness, Pat Cummins' Ashes availability, and if Marnus Labuschagne could open again.
Swepson’s career-best outing charges Bulls to big win
Mitchell Swepson has claimed 10 wickets for the match to lead Queensland to a comfortable fourth-day Sheffield Shield victory over South Australia.
Kangaroos closer to history after Crows demolition job
North Melbourne have held Adelaide goalless in the first half to set up an emphatic victory, extending their AFLW winning streak to 22 matches.
Bula try blitz sets new Test record for Fiji in big win
Four tries by fullback Jahream Bula and a starring performance by No.6 Kurt Donoghoe has powered Fiji to a 44-24 Pacific Bowl win in Port Moresby.
Day enhances Coolangatta Gold legend with ‘brutal’ win
Ali Day has launched his final season on the Ironman circuit with an 11th Coolangatta Gold crown, but a new format created "brutal'' challenges for the legend.
City open ALM title defence with draw in western Sydney
Western Sydney have held champions Melbourne City to a 1-1 draw in their A-League Men season opener.
Cotton breaks all-time 36ers record with 53-point haul
Bryce Cotton produced the second half-century of his decorated career and the first in 36ers history as Adelaide defeated the Taipans by five points in Cairns.
WNBA import injured, new mum stars as Flames burn Venom
Geelong will be sweating on the ankle of WNBA import Alissa Pili, after Sydney guard and new mum Lauren Nicholson fanned the Flames in a successful WNBL return.
Postecoglou in coaching wilderness after Forest flop
Australian Ange Postecoglous has been sacked after 39 days in charge of Nottingham Forest and it is unclear where his club future lies.
Ship off the coast of Yemen ablaze after being struck
The British military says a ship has caught fire in the Gulf of Aden off Yemen after being struck by a projectile, but the Houthi rebels are yet to claim it.
Anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests bring street party vibe
Demonstrations against Donald Trump attracted huge crowds across the US as the "No Kings" movement protested against what it sees as his authoritarian policies.
Coach Wells likens record-breaker Cotton to NBA greats
Adelaide coach Mike Wells has said any discussion over the NBL's best player is 'not even close' after Bryce Cotton broke the club's single-game scoring record.
Police cop rocks, bottles as migration protesters clash
Victoria Police officers used flashbangs, pepper spray and rubber bullets to try and control crowds after a protest in Melbourne's CBD turned ugly.
‘We want him to stay’: Joyce urged to stick with Nats
Barnaby Joyce has signalled his intention to leave the National Party, but its leader says the former deputy prime minister still has a crucial role to play.
Albanese bound for critical talks with Donald Trump
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has left Australia en route for a high-stakes meeting with US President Donald Trump.
Piastri’s horror day as Verstappen tightens title race
Max Verstappen has moved further into the F1 title picture by winning the sprint then taking pole in Texas while leader Oscar Piastri crashed then struggled.
Gaza ceasefire, aid to resume after airstrikes kill 26
Israel says the Gaza ceasefire has resumed after its military launched deadly air strikes after militants killed two Israeli soldiers in the enclave.
Russia renews strikes on Ukraine despite Trump’s call
Russian fighter jets have dropped a series of guided bombs overnight on Ukrainian cities, primarily targeting the war-ravaged nation's energy infrastructure.
Waste is the new oil: why Aussie export may be rubbish
Cutting emissions from long-haul flights, shipping and trucking remains a challenge but one solution could put Australia in an enviable position.