‘Could be a miracle’: Wollaston faces a hill too far
While Ally Wollaston rode superbly to win stage two of the Tour Down Under and retain the overall lead, she knows the final stage might be beyond her.
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Voll back with a bang while Aussie teen shines in WPL
Recalled opener Georgia Voll has guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a WPL win, while Lucy Hamilton announced herself in India as a teenage Aussie star.
Gibson gets Australian party started at Open
Local hope Talia Gibson has made a red-hot start to the Australian Open with 43 winners as she rolled past Russian Anna Blinkova in straight sets.
‘Enjoy my Sunday’: Paolini powers on day one of Open
A two-time grand slam runner-up and a young local wildcard became the first two winners on day one of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.
Slingsby’s Aussies vow SailGP revenge on Brits
Australia have finished second in the Perth SailGP final, once again defeated by reigning champions Great Britain.
Townsville catch fire late to edge past Capitals
Townsville captain Courtney Woods has scored 20 points to lead her side to a hard-fought nine-point win over the UC Capitals at Perth's HoopsFest.
Sabalenka advances under Laver, Federer glare
The presence of tennis legends Rod Laver and Roger Federer made Aryna Sabalenka nervous, but the world No.1 powered into the Australian Open second round.
‘Enjoy my Sunday’: Paolini powers on day one of Open
A two-time grand slam runner-up, a young local wildcard and the world No.1 have all advanced to round two on day one of Australian Open at Melbourne Park.
Aussie snowboard ace Lambert takes first World Cup gold
Adam Lambert has completed another tremendous weekend for Australia's Winter Olympic hopes by racing to his first snowboard cross World Cup win.
Ruegg turns screw to defend Tour Down Under title
Swiss cyclist Noemi Ruegg has ridden superbly to win stage three of the Tour Down Under and successfully defend her title.
Syrian army, US-backed Kurdish forces agree ceasefire
Weeks after tensions flared into violence, Syria's government and the US-backed Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have agreed an immediate ceasefire.
Death toll soars after high-speed train crash in Spain
A high-speed train has derailed and smashed into another oncoming train in southern Spain in a collision that killed at least 39 people.
Ice skaters get nod for Australian Winter Olympics team
Four ice skaters will make their Olympic debut at the Milan-Cortina Games and are the first athletes named in the Australian team.
Russian veteran Medvedev makes Open move
Three-time runner-up Daniil Medvedev has matched his lean 2024 grand slam haul by reaching the second round of the Australian Open with a straight-sets win.
‘I want more’: de Minaur sets sights on Open glory
Alex de Minaur yearns to contend for Australian Open glory after making the fastest and most impressive start to his home grand slam yet.
Beaches closed after third shark attack in two days
Authorities have closed multiple Sydney beaches as a man fights for his life following the third shark attack in just two days.
Gauff, Pegula move into Australian Open second round
The American women's top seeds have breezed into the Australian Open second round, with world No.3 Coco Gauff joined by Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula.
Syrian government deal with Kurdish fighters unravels
A deal between the Syrian government and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces seems to be unravelling after new outbreaks of clashes.
Anti-hate laws pass parliament in late-night sitting
Contentious reforms aimed at better protecting the Jewish community have passed parliament, but not without fierce political debate.
Green light for Invasion Day march despite protest ban
Controversial protest restrictions after the Bondi terror attack will continue for at least a fortnight but Invasion Day rallies will be allowed to go ahead.
‘Internal homophobia’ behind Cavallo leaving Adelaide
Former Adelaide United footballer Josh Cavallo has alleged he received homophobic treatment at the A-League Men club, claims it "categorically rejects".
‘Chilling’ protest ban extended over safety concerns
A ban on protests following the Bondi terror attack has been slammed after police extended the measure for another two weeks because of public safety concerns.
De Minaur dazzles as Australia reach Cup quarter-finals
Twin wins from world No.6 Alex de Minaur have dragged Australia off the canvas and into the United Cup quarter-finals with a do-or-die victory over Czechia.
City beat Roar in spiteful ALM clash
Max Caputo's drought-breaking goal has proven all Melbourne City needed in a much-needed 1-0 win over Brisbane Roar in the ALM.
Bethell staving off Australia’s push to finish Ashes
England's batters have fought back on the fourth day at the SCG to go to tea at 3-174, but they still trail Australia by nine runs in the fifth Test.
De Minaur reveals reasoning for ‘brutal’ Davis Cup call
Australia's soon-to-be world No.5 Alex de Minaur has detailed the reasons behind the toughest decision of his professional tennis career.
Perth add most experienced name to roster with Curran
Canterbury forward Josh Curran has signed a three-year deal with Perth, becoming the first 100-game NRL player to join the new franchise.
‘I look up to Caleb’: Welsford’s new contract advice
Sam Welsford, one of the drawcards at this week's Australian road cycling championships, has thanked fellow sprinter Caleb Ewan for advice on his new contract.
Triple threat: Webster turns SCG Test on its head
Australia are facing an intriguing final-day chase in the fifth Ashes Test after England went to stumps on day four at 8-302, with a lead of 119 runs.
Lee back to haunt United as Cairns pinch NBL thriller
Chris Goulding had a season-high 27 points for Melbourne United but couldn't drag them over the line in a surprise NBL loss to the struggling Cairns Taipans.
Bucket list item still looms after Ashes domination
Australia have produced one of the most impressive series wins of the Andrew McDonald era in the home Ashes, but the lure of 2027 still looms large.