Aust women smash relay world record
With Emma McKeon swimming a blistering final leg, the Australian women have set a new world record to win 4x100m relay gold at the short course championships.
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Bali bomb maker apologises to Australians
Paroled Indonesian militant Umar Patek has said sorry for his role in the Bali bombings in 2002 that killed 202 people, apologising "especially" to Australians.
Morrison clashes with robodebt inquiry
Former PM Scott Morrison has claimed he was not privy to departmental discussions over the legality of robodebt in a colourful royal commission hearing.
Messi drives Argentina to World Cup final
Argentina have beaten Croatia 3-0 in the World Cup semi-final, with superstar Lionel Messi in ominous form as the South Americans chase a third title.
Former WA cop rapist jailed for 30 years
A disgraced former West Australian police constable is set to appeal his conviction for drugging and raping 13 women after being jailed for 30 years.
Morrison sought foreign investment powers
Documents have been released showing former prime minister Scott Morrison sought to be sworn in as treasurer to hold foreign investment review powers.
Boland keeps spot ahead of Neser for Gabba
Australia coach Andrew McDonald has revealed Scott Boland will play as Australia's third fast-bowler at the Gabba, alongside Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc.
Steve Smith deal done to return to BBL
Steve Smith has finalised an agreement with Cricket Australia to return to the Big Bash League with the Sydney Sixers.
Aussies lose at last – in Super Over drama
Australia's women have lost their first match in any format in 2022 after being beaten by India in a thrilling T20I Super Over shoot-out.
Retired Barty claims fifth Newcombe Medal
Retired superstar Ash Barty has claimed a record fifth straight Newcombe Medal as Australian tennis's player of 2022 for her magic month in January.
No compo for fossil fuel firms: Greens
As the coalition flags it has an open mind on whether to support the government's energy price relief, the Greens have set out their negotiating position.
Program ‘lied’ about cavoodle custody spat
A Sydney barrister has said "despicable" reports by A Current Affair lied that she stole Oscar the cavoodle in a custody dispute, damaging her reputation.
St Basil’s bosses ordered to give evidence
St Basil's Home for the Aged bosses have lost their challenge against giving evidence about the deaths of 50 residents during a COVID-19 outbreak.
Police to be investigated on Lehrmann case
The law enforcement integrity agency will investigate how police handled a rape allegation made by former Liberal Party staffer Brittany Higgins.
Team frustrated by review handling: union
Players' union boss Todd Greenberg says there is frustration in the Australian team about the handling of David Warner's bid to have his leadership ban lifted.
Special Adelaide day for Lyon and Head
Nathan Lyon has gone atop Adelaide Oval's Test wicket-taking charts to leave West Indies 4-102 at stumps on night two in reply to Australia 7-511 declared.
Mooney supreme in Aussie T20I win in India
Beth Mooney was Australia's matchwinner in the first of their T20 internationals in India, scoring an unbeaten 89 as the world champs won by nine wickets.
Croatia oust Brazil in World Cup sensation
Croatia have caused another sensation at a shock-laden World Cup, knocking out favourites Brazil in a penalty shoot-out in the quarter-final.
AFP, ATO target ‘dodgy’ tax software
Businesses allegedly using software to avoid paying tax have been targeted by the AFP in Victoria, NSW, Queensland, Western Australia and Tasmania.
Australia imposes sanctions on Iran
The federal government is taking action against Iran's Morality Police and others after the death in custody in September of Mahsa Amini sparked mass protests.
League hardman Bob Cooper dies aged 67
Bob Cooper, who played in the first State of Origin match for NSW in 1980, has died after a brief battle with cancer aged 67.
Boland barrage leaves Windies on the rack
Scott Boland has bowled a triple-wicket maiden over to leave Australia six wickets away from a 2-0 clean sweep of the Frank Worrell Trophy.
Siemsen on standby as Haley sparks Sydney
The Matildas' Remy Siemsen will continue to bide her time at Sydney FC, after import Madison Haley led the Sky Blues to a third-straight win, against Brisbane.
Blues, Lions given prime AFL fixture slots
Carlton will feature in at least seven Thursday and Friday night matches during the 2023 AFL season, after the league locked in the first 15 rounds.
Le Fondre seals Sydney’s ALM win over City
Sydney FC have ended their wait for a win at the new Allianz Stadium with a 2-1 victory over Melbourne City in the A-League Men.
Ili shines as Melbourne end NBL losing run
A sparkling return to the NBL from guard Shea Ili has helped Melbourne United end their five-match losing run with a 104-88 home win over Brisbane
Morocco make soccer history, Ronaldo exits
Morocco have become the first African country to reach the World Cup semi-finals by beating Portugal 1-0 and ending Cristiano Ronaldo's dream.
Penalty pain for Kane in France WC defeat
France remain on track to defend their World Cup win from four years ago after defeating England 2-1 in the final quarter-final in Qatar.
Last-ditch bid to save Vic animal hospital
Veterinary nurses are making a last-ditch bid to stop the closure of a Melbourne animal hospital, saying the decision has been "shamefully" fast-tracked.
Aussie Bridges retains boxing world title
Australian Ebanie Bridges has retained her IBF bantamweight boxing world title with an eighth-round stoppage of compatriot Shannon O'Connell in England.
Beijing quiet as virus continues to impact
Cities, like Beijing, which were already battling severe COVID-19 outbreaks have seen a sharp fall in activity after regular testing rules were stopped.