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Australia's 2022 British Open champion Cam Smith is ready to turn round a "frustrating" season at Portrush after working feverishly to get back to winning ways.
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‘Respect never cost anything’: PM defends China outcome
Visiting Chinese cultural icons will pay dividends for Australia, the prime minister says as the opposition claims parts of his trip seem indulgent.
Jobless rate nears four-year high, firms rethink plans
Australia's unemployment rate has bucked expectations and risen as economic headwinds take their toll on employers.
Syria leader vows to defend Druze rights as truce holds
As fighters in Syria abide by a ceasefire, the president insists that protecting Druze rights is "our priority" while warning Israel against intervening.
Calls for childcare register to include work histories
There are calls for the employment history of childcare workers to be included in a national register after an accused abuser was sacked but continued to work.
Russia attack targets Ukraine’s energy infrastructure
Russia has launched attacks on four Ukrainian cities, including Volodymyr Zelenskiy's hometown, injuring at least 15 people and targeting energy infrastructure
Wallabies throw ‘psycho’ bolter to Lions for debut
A debutant Wallaby labelled a "psycho" has been tasked with filling the void left by injured ball-carrier Rob Valetini in the first Lions Test.
Wanted: 10,000 households to plug in to energy research
From households fitted with solar panels to electric car drivers and business operators, a new research centre aims to model nationwide trends in energy use.
Trump: those questioning Epstein case are ‘weaklings’
Donald Trump has lashed out at his MAGA supporters who want more details about sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's case, labelling them "stupid" and "weaklings".
Three-person IVF technique pioneered in UK
British scientists have pioneered a three-person IVF technique to spare children from inheriting diseases, with the procedure resulting in eight healthy babies.
‘My everything’: man mourned, teens charged with murder
The wife of a man found fatally stabbed at his suburban home has led tributes after two teenagers were charged with his murder, shocking a community.
‘Own up’: Tszyu backs his corner after Fundora fiasco
Tim Tszyu has opted to keep the faith in his trusted corner after holding a heart-to-heart with his team following last year's loss to Sebastian Fundora.
Air India crash probe focuses on plane’s captain
The black-box recording of dialogue between the Air India flight's two pilots indicates it was the captain who turned off the fuel switches to the engines.
Crush at Gaza food hub kills 20 as crowd panics
An Israeli-backed American organisation in Gaza says 20 Palestinians have died in a stampede at a food distribution centre.
Hunt continues for synagogue firebombing ‘masterminds’
Counter-terrorism police have charged a man over his alleged actions in the lead up to a synagogue firebombing but those responsible remain at large.
Parents shocked at charge against childcare worker
Children have been collected by worried parents from a childcare facility where a worker was charged with indecent treatment of a four-year-old.
Newcastle No.1 insists he’s committed to Knights
Kalyn Ponga has affirmed his commitment to Newcastle amid speculation the gun fullback could be lured to rugby union.
Lions brace for ‘daunting’ run home to AFL finals
Brisbane Lions face five top-eight rivals over the last six rounds, starting with the Western Bulldogs as they chase a top-two finish.
Daicos puzzle for Fly after Pies’ wake-up call
Craig McRae believes Josh Daicos could play anywhere and have an impact, but his hand might be forced as Collingwood seek to cover injuries against Fremantle.
Mitchell injury adds to ‘pressure’ on Souths coach
Wayne Bennett says the pressure on South Sydney is nothing he hasn't seen before in 40 years as coach, and an injury to Latrell Mitchell has just added to it .
Lions still looming large for free agent Oscar Allen
West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen is in the middle of a three-way tug of war, with Brisbane loom the strong favourite.
‘No doubt’ about China concern despite PM’s rhetoric
The prime minister's tone on during his China trip has been defended as diplomatic and respectful as the opposition called for him to be more forceful.
‘Of course’ Sandon Smith still part of Roosters’ plans
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has explained his decision to preference off-contract veteran Chad Townsend for an NRL recall over Sandon Smith.
Former bank exec accused of grooming girls found dead
Days after a court appearance, a former bank executive accused of "terribly serious" offending has been found dead on the Gold Coast, police confirm.
Father denied bail amid claims baby ‘thrown in’ water
A father charged over the drowning of his infant son was seen laughing and fled the scene while his partner performed CPR, a magistrate has heard.
Kangaroos make intentions clear on Magpie Jeremy Howe
Collingwood star Jeremy Howe is out of contract and facing an uncertain future, and it seems like North Melbourne aren't in the market for another veteran.
Business time as Farrell makes tough first Test calls
Eleven Irish players have been included in Andy Farrell's first Test team to face the Wallabies in Brisbane, but there was no room for son Owen.
I don’t mind it: Crows coach on heated post-game clash
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he has no issue with the post-game clash between his key forward and a star Gold Coast defender after their round-four game.
‘Real ring of truth’ in sex abuse claims against MP
The accounts of two men who claim they were separately sexually abused by a state MP have multiple similarities and a ring of truth, a court has been told.
Political knives sharpened for ‘very troubling’ Latham
Controversial state MP Mark Latham faces criticism from colleagues over his alleged behaviour towards women but others say they'll keep working with him.
Two die in church as Israeli strikes kill 22 in Gaza
An apparent Israeli strike has hit a Catholic church in Gaza, killing two people and injuring a priest, as bombardments continue in the Strip and talks drag on.