Heat sign ODI star Fakhar Zaman in BBL
The Brisbane Heat have signed Fakhar Zaman, but the star Pakistan batsman will miss a host of games due to Queensland's border rules.
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Reynolds’ bold call ahead of Broncos move
High-profile Brisbane signing Adam Reynolds says he's prepared to carry the weight of expectation at his new NRL club, who he thinks will play finals in 2022.
Man set alight in north Queensland
A man will face court in north Queensland after allegedly splashing another man with a flammable substance and setting him alight.
COVID quarantine, testing changes come in
A new definition of a close contact comes into effect across five states and territories as leaders pivot their response to the Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Rahul revels in India’s landmark year
Victory in South Africa means India have won Test matches in four continents in 2021, a year which will go down as one of the team's best said KL Rahul.
Victory overcome Gold Coast scare in Cup
Melbourne Victory have come from behind against Gold Coast Knights to win their FFA Cup round of 16 match 2-1, with William Wilson the hero in extra time.
Qld government slammed over deforestation
Conservation groups have taken aim at the Queensland government after almost 690,000 hectares of land was cleared in the state in 2018-19.
Jazz down Portland, add to NBA road spree
Joe Ingles started in place of the injured Donovan Mitchell as the Utah Jazz continued their exemplary NBA form on the road, defeating Portland 120-105.
NT records 37 new COVID-19 infections
The Northern Territory's daily COVID-19 case tally has almost doubled with 37 new infections detected following a significant increase in virus testing.
Ruud awakening for ATP Cup underdog Norway
Casper Ruud announced himself in Norway's ATP Cup debut in 2020 and will return two years later with a target on his back as a top-10 talent.
Woman accused of accessory to Qld murder
A woman has been charged with being an accessory in relation to the death of a 53-year-old man in North Toowoomba.
Aussies ditch gifts online on Boxing Day
Research has found more than 100 unwanted gifts were listed every minute on eBay in Australia on Boxing Day, with Victorians most likely to resell presents.
WA toughens border rules for Qld and SA
The Western Australia government has escalated its COVID-19 pandemic response and toughened its border rules, banning Queenslanders and South Australians.
Banks, miners keep ASX in the green
Financials and mining stocks have kept the Australian share market higher at midday.
Phoenix set to play despite COVID-19 cases
Wellington expect to play Adelaide United in the A-League Men on Saturday despite a member of staff and two players testing positive to COVID-19.
Sixer Abbott showcases all-round mettle
Sydney Sixers star Sean Abbott, who has produced two match-winning knocks this BBL season, is relishing a chance to bat at No.7 for his club.
COVID testing, close contact changes due
National cabinet will discuss a consistent definition of a close contact and what role rapid antigen tests will play as COVID-19 cases spike across the country.
Stosur to end singles career at Aust Open
Australia's US Open winner and former world No.4 Samantha Stosur will retire from singles competition after next month's Australian Open.
Heat bat first in BBL clash with Sixers
Brisbane Heat have won the bat flip and opted to set a total in their BBL clash with Sydney Sixers at the SCG.
Kyrgios’ path to Aust Open confirmed
Nick Kyrgios has accepted a Sydney Tennis Classic wildcard, his final stop ahead of an Australian Open that could be without a host of top talents.
Synthetic pitches could help Poms: Warner
England's batsmen are on track to hit a 131-year low in Australia, and David Warner believes synthetic wickets could help them for their next tour.
Poole’s Ironman wish in perfect Day chase
After Ali Day's perfect 2021 campaign, rival Matt Poole's wishing for bigger swells to level the Ironman Series playing field next month.
Thousands of blood donors needed by Monday
The holiday season is always a challenge for blood donation, but new donors are being urged to give, as the number of missed appointments reaches record highs.
NSW man dies after Gold Coast assault
A man who hit his head on the pavement after an assault in Surfers Paradise has died in hospital.
Farmers cash in on agritourism
Agritourism operators have had mixed fortunes thanks to COVID, while some operators are reporting a bump in visitor numbers this holiday season.
NSW pressures Qld to drop PCR requirement
The NSW premier is pressuring his Queensland counterpart to change the state's border rules, which he claims are overwhelming testing clinics in NSW.
Pivot on COVID test rules as demand swells
State health authorities are changing their requirements for COVID-19 testing as systems struggle to meet demand with would-be travellers adding to long queues.
NT records another 16 COVID-19 cases
Northern Territory authorities have detected another 16 cases of COVID-19, with a number active in the community while infectious.
Ten-hour police standoff ends peacefully
A ten-hour stand-off with a man who barricaded himself inside a Queensland home has ended without incident.
Radioactive: the debate over nuclear waste
Australia's plan to deal with its radioactive waste is either the best or worst idea ever, depending on the perspective.
Discussions ramp up over rapid test role
Pressure is mounting for rapid antigen tests to play a bigger role around the country as lines and waiting times blow out at testing facilities Australia-wide.