Epic voyage to uncover what causes tsunamis
Aussie scientists are headed to a key earthquake fault zone to find out what caused the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan.
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‘Perfect storm’ for Konstas to make Test debut: Watson
Australian cricketer Shane Watson believes the time is right for his 19-year-old protege Sam Konstas to make his Test debut.
Post-Olympic hangover for Matildas in draw with Swiss
The Matildas have been held to a fairly unimpressive 1-1 draw against Switzerland in Zurich as the post-Olympics hangover lingered in Zurich.
Beyoncé fires up Harris rally, Trump hours late for his
Kamala Harris has been introduced by Beyoncé at the US VP's latest rally, while Donald Trump kept his crowd waiting for three hours while doing a podcast.
Peru proposes investment ahead of major mining forum
A Peru trade delegation led by its prime minister will attend a major mining conference in Australia as Canberra works to diversify its international trade.
Biden apologises for ‘sin’ of boarding school policy
President Joe Biden has formally apologised to Native Americans for the "sin" of a government-run boarding school system that separated families.
Harrell, Pinder stand tall with imposing NBL displays
Montrezl Harrell, of Adelaide 36ers, and Perth Wildcats' Keanu Pinder delivered dominant NBL performances in notable victories for their respective teams
Online predator who abused up to 3500 girls sentenced
An online predator who blackmailed as many as 3500 girls from around the world, including Australia, has been sentenced to at least 20 years in prison.
Israel hits back at Iran with military target strikes
The Middle East has been on edge in anticipation of Israeli retaliation for a ballistic-missile barrage carried out by Iran on October 1.
Via Sistina stuns in ‘Winx-like’ Cox Plate triumph
Via Sistina has won the $5 million Cox Plate, beating pre-race favourite Prognosis by a record margin in Australasia's weight-for-age championship.
Telcos to block phones that don’t link to triple zero
The 3G network switch-off will begin on Monday, with a new law enforcing the telcos to disconnect phones that cannot call the emergency line on 4G.
PM: ‘Security of any one of us, matters to all of us’
The prime minister has celebrated a collaboration between Australian and Pacific Islands police, emphasising the initiative is led by and for Pacific nations.
Brazil seals compensation deal with BHP over dam
Brazil has reached a compensation settlement with BHP and others over a 2015 dam collapse which caused a giant mudslide killing 19 people.
North Korean troops coming to Ukraine soon: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy claims that Russia might deploy North Korean troops to the battlefield in Ukraine as early as this weekend.
Sixers beat Taipans in comeback NBL overtime triumph
Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis combined for 65 points as the Adelaide 36ers came from behind to beat the Cairns Taipans in overtime
Sixers beat Taipans in comeback NBL overtime win
Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis combined for 65 points as the Adelaide 36ers came from behind to beat the Cairns Taipans in overtime.
Queensland blitz South Australia in one-day carnage
Queensland thrashed South Australia by nine wickets on the back of Liam Guthrie and Jimmy Peirson class despite a century by visiting skipper Nathan McSweeney.
Milestone day as sea of red salutes Daniel’s legacy
Politicians have set aside rivalries and worn a single colour to join thousands of people saluting the legacy of Daniel Morcombe.
Warnings of deadly consequences over rural black spots
Rural residents have revealed difficulties in reaching triple-zero in moments of crisis, as the federal government reviews regional telecommunications.
Triathlete aims for big day at Kona after ‘hiccup’
After nearly losing part of his foot to an infection earlier this year, Australian triathlete Matt Burton will race at the Hawaiian Ironman world championships.
Dire warning on Australia’s disaster response readiness
Australia's emergency response system is in need of widespread reform if the nation is to keep up with the growing threat of natural disasters.
Addo-Carr to front board as Bulldogs future in tatters
Josh Addo-Carr will front Canterbury's board in the wake of his drug-driving scandal and appears unlikely to represent the club in 2025.
WA lose 8-1 at home in horror loss to Tasmania
Tasmania allrounder Beau Webster has claimed 6-17 to bowl Western Australia out for the second lowest score in One-Day Cup history.
Family mourns couple killed by truck crash into home
A farming couple killed when a truck crashed into a home would want their community to keep working to make the world a better place, their family says.
Cam looks to pour cold water on Supercars leader Brown
Well aware of his slim shot at a Supercars championship, Tickford star Cam Waters plans on causing trouble for leader Will Brown on the Gold Coast.
Sixers teen Bray welcomes Ellyse Perry comparisons
Sydney Sixers recruit Caoimhe Bray is in line for a WBBL debut at just 15 years of age, and has already garnered comparisons to cricket superstar Ellyse Perry.
Australia urged not to pull the plug on hybrid tax cuts
Sales of plug-in hybrid vehicles are accelerating in Australia as a tax deadline approaches, but some automotive groups say an extension is needed.
Gang rape quartet showed extreme violence: prosecutor
Four men involved in a gang rape have heard their victim recall the devastating impact their sexual assault has had on her.
Jonassen targets Australia return after World Cup axing
Brisbane Heat captain Jess Jonassen was dropped from the Australia T20 side for the recent World Cup but insists she has more to give on the biggest stage.
Climate tops agenda at Australia, UK PMs’ first meeting
The prime ministers of Australian and the UK have pledged greater investment in green hydrogen and offshore wind during their first meeting in Samoa.
Body found, murder charge in search for horse breeder
Police scoured a semi-rural property for the body of 82-year-old Edwin Dobbin after charging a man over his murder and allegedly covering up the crime.