Home destroyed, emergency declared in fire-hit state
Firefighters are continuing to battle a blaze that has destroyed a home and is threatening other properties as another emergency looms in a fire-hit state.
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Investigation as child’s body found after caravan fire
An investigation is under way after the body of a child was found following a caravan fire.
Lynn unleashes as Strikers break BBL losing streak
Chris Lynn was moved up to open the innings and has delivered with his first half-century in this season's BBL as Adelaide mauled the Melbourne Renegades.
Sabalenka finds groove to reach Brisbane quarter-finals
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka played the big points with class in a hard fought win over Yulia Putintseva to reach the last-eight at the Brisbane International.
Israeli strikes kill 67, Gaza head of police: medics
An Israeli military strike near Khan Younis targeting officials in the Gaza Strip's police department has killed 11 people, Hamas says.
‘My heart is full’: Novak boosted by family at his side
Novak Djokovic has found balance and serenity from having his family with him in Australia for the first time -- and it's reaping rewards on the court.
Police still hold hope after nine-day search for hiker
Rescuers are being winched into dense bushland in a desperate bid to find missing hiker Hadi Nazari as a major search operation continues.
‘We are safe’: worry after air crew allegedly attacked
Alleged attacks on two Australian flight crews in Fiji has left locals worried about the impact the news would have on tourism for the Pacific nation.
Aussie dollar rebounds after dropping to 26-month low
The Australian dollar has moved back above 62 US cents after falling below that level for the first time in more than two years against a surging greenback.
Flooding threat lifted, storms ahead for rain-hit area
A rain-soaked community has been warned a flooding threat may return with more storms on the horizon after an emergency alert was cancelled, capping a wet week.
Australia want to win, not draw, as legacy Test looms
A draw in Sydney would be enough for Australia to regain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, but Pat Cummins says his side want to beat India at the SCG.
New Orleans killer backed IS, slammed music and alcohol
A man who ploughed a truck into New Orleans revellers was "100 per cent inspired" by Islamic State and had made recordings condemning music and alcohol.
Trump can be decisive in helping stop Putin: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he hopes US President-elect Donald Trump can quickly establish contact with Russia.
S.Korea’s Yoon defies arrest after hours-long stand-off
Investigators have left the official residence of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol after a six-hour stand-off as they tried to detain him for questioning.
Boland bags four as Australia runs through India
Scott Boland has taken 4-31 to put Australia well on top of the fifth Test at the SCG, with India all out for 185 late on day one.
Rohit Sharma’s Test career in jeopardy after axing
Rohit Sharma's Test career could be over after the captain was dropped for the decisive match of India's series against Australia.
Stadium build continues despite $1 billion cost blowout
An independent expert has highlighted major concerns about the cost and location of a new AFL stadium but key decision-makers are maintaining their support.
Man denied bail on warrant for woman’s suspected murder
Police are seeking the extradition of a man who allegedly evaded a murder warrant for almost 18 months before finally facing court.
Rental affordability still stretched, but worst is over
Vacancy rates are edging higher and growth in advertised rents is stalling in welcome news for the nation's renters.
Brothers wanted for murder after woman chased, shot
Two brothers accused of murdering a woman on a suburban street were questioned and released without charge before they fled interstate, police say.
Marathon man Kokkinakis playing the tennis of his life
Adelaide's Thanasi Kokkinakis, a magnet for marathon tennis drama, won't be deflected from his resilient quest to make 2025 the best year of his career.
In-demand prop Leo Thompson to join NRL’s Bulldogs
NRL side Canterbury have signed Newcastle prop Leo Thompson on a four-year deal that will begin in 2026.
Second man arrested after police car shot in pursuit
A second man has been arrested at an airport over an alleged shooting during a police pursuit following an attempted home invasion.
Youth crime ‘revolving door’ as dozens of kids arrested
A debate over youth crime has fired up again after dozens of young people were arrested over armed robberies, car thefts and burglaries over the new year break.
AO goal drives upbeat Birrell despite Brisbane exit
Kimberly Birrell will move on fast after having her fairytale ended in Brisbane, where world No1 Aryna Sabalenka is in ominous form.
Hunt shark for closure, victim’s friend urges
A man who warned of a great white shark at a beach hours before his friend was killed says authorities need to hunt down the predator for "closure".
Phoenix shake off virus to focus on Glory ALW clash
Wellington coach Paul Temple is confident his side can put on a winning performance against Perth Glory after a virus swept through the A-League Women club.
Ugly bust-up not forgotten as 36ers, United meet again
Former NBA big man Montrezl Harrell will be the centre of attention when the 36ers host Melbourne United in Saturday night's grudge match in Adelaide.
Hyundai fun machine quick-shifts to a whole new level
Long admired by rev-heads and red-heads, Hyundai has given its feisty i30N hot hatch a sensible makeover.
Melbourne BBL teams urged to keep faith ahead of derby
While the Melbourne teams are at the wrong end of the BBL ladder, rival captains Marcus Stoinis and Will Sutherland say much is possible this season.
Hobbled Aussie hope Thompson cops Open injury scare
Jordan Thompson, set to be seeded for the first time at the Australian Open, is now under an injury cloud after suffering a foot injury in Brisbane.