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'Not a one-off': calls grow for Bondi royal commission

'Not a one-off': calls grow for Bondi royal commission

Political leaders have been accused of "sitting on their hands" when it comes to addressing anti-Semitism in Australia.

Partners in time to stir up some sparks among the Ashes

Partners in time to stir up some sparks among the Ashes

Partners in time to stir up some sparks among the Ashes

Partners in time to stir up some sparks among the Ashes

The ever-adventurous Harry Brook and the somewhat more reliable Joe Root took England to 3-211 on day one in Sydney before a storm hit the SCG.

Australia's US alignment queried after Venezuela attack

Australia's US alignment queried after Venezuela attack

Australia's US alignment queried after Venezuela attack

Australia's US alignment queried after Venezuela attack

The US attack on Venezuela could change Australia's stance on the Latin American country, as the country's diaspora wrangles with complex emotions.

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Early lung cancer checks reach 50,000 Australians

Early lung cancer checks reach 50,000 Australians

Figures have been released six months after a free lung cancer screening program was introduced, with 10 per cent of participants detected with the disease.

Ashes applause for Bondi Beach heroes

Ashes applause for Bondi Beach heroes

The sold-out crowd at the fifth Ashes Test has paid tribute to the first responders and victims of the Bondi terror attack.

Birds of a feather knitted together by rural artist

Birds of a feather knitted together by rural artist

A textile sculptor has knitted more than 100 Australian birds to scale in a project that weaves together nature, conservation and Indigenous culture.

Aussie dollar set for lift but Trump coin toss remains

Aussie dollar set for lift but Trump coin toss remains

Global tailwinds and relative interest rates are supporting the Australian dollar but trade uncertainty means a cheap overseas holiday is anything but certain.

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Space weather a growing risk for air traffic

Space weather a growing risk for air traffic

Space weather a growing risk for air traffic

Space weather a growing risk for air traffic

Space weather is increasingly impacting aircraft electronics, and that means the recent grounding of dozens of flights may not be a one-off, researchers warn.

'In the palm of my hand': Kyrgios is Open to qualifying

'In the palm of my hand': Kyrgios is Open to qualifying

'In the palm of my hand': Kyrgios is Open to qualifying

'In the palm of my hand': Kyrgios is Open to qualifying

Nick Kyrgios has described himself as a "chaotic mess, but an entertainer" as he prepares to return in Brisbane and awaits a call on his Australian Open status.

Stokes desperate to stop England's downhill slide

Stokes desperate to stop England's downhill slide

Stokes desperate to stop England's downhill slide

Stokes desperate to stop England's downhill slide

Ben Stokes says England will be doing everything they can to become a consistent Test cricket team again after returning home from an ill-fated Ashes tour.

Behind the 'Bling', Matthews shows steely resolve

Behind the 'Bling', Matthews shows steely resolve

Behind the 'Bling', Matthews shows steely resolve

Behind the 'Bling', Matthews shows steely resolve

While Michael Matthews embraces his nickname, it only goes some way to explaining one of Australian cycling's biggest stars.

Israel offers training to counter terror inspired by IS

Israel offers training to counter terror inspired by IS

Israel offers training to counter terror inspired by IS

Israel offers training to counter terror inspired by IS

Israeli is extensively qualified to train Australian police in fighting terrorism and anti-Semitism, according to one of its senior government ministers.

Stand-in skipper Smith makes call on Test future

Stand-in skipper Smith makes call on Test future

Stand-in skipper Smith makes call on Test future

Stand-in skipper Smith makes call on Test future

Steve Smith will be part of Australia's side for the start of their lead up to the 2027 Ashes, with the veteran looking increasingly likely to play in England.

Green's place in fifth Test team under the microscope

Green's place in fifth Test team under the microscope

Green's place in fifth Test team under the microscope

Green's place in fifth Test team under the microscope

Australian allrounder Cameron Green has found himself under the microscope amid a tough Ashes series with the bat.

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Be warned: big tech elitism beyond dot-com bubble peak

Hype around artificial intelligence fuelled most of 2025's market rally but circular investment deals and speculative returns could pose future risks.

'Start at 6pm': Medvedev's Australian Open night plea

Former world No.1 Daniil Medvedev has featured in absurd late-night finishes at the Australian Open, but he has a solution to the regular nocturnal nonsense.

'Embarrassing': Roar rage as tunnel fallout continues

Jay O'Shea has slammed post-match comments made by Central Coast interim coach Warren Moon as Brisbane prepare to send off legal papers.

Australian shares up slightly in first session of 2026

The energy sector was the biggest mover on the ASX amid strong gains for uranium producers, while goldminer Northern Star plunged on a production update.

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Khawaja offered to retire a year before calling stumps

Usman Khawaja has shot down any suggestion he was selfish playing on until after his 39th birthday, revealing he first offered to retire in December 2024.

Industry voice in growing chorus for royal commission

Peak industry groups are adding their weight to mounting calls for a federal royal commission into the Bondi Beach terror attack.

Tennis great to contest Australian Open at age 45

Seven-time grand slam winner Venus Williams has received the last women's wildcard on offer for the Australian Open, with a call on Nick Kyrgios yet to be made.

Australian injured in fatal fire at Swiss ski resort

An Australian was caught up in a fire that engulfed a crowded bar during a New Year’s Eve party at an upscale Swiss ski resort.

Charges and changes: electric car shifts coming in 2026

Twists and turns are coming to Australia’s electric car market, from a potential road-user charge and tax reform to the price of models launching on our shores.

Weaker housing market tipped as rate hike fears mount

House prices recorded strong gains in 2025 but fears of rate hikes look set to cool Australia's housing market in early 2026.

'Still a hunter': Sabalenka hungry for more grand slams

Aryna Sabalenka has her sights set on a third Australian Open title and the hunger to atone for last year's loss in the final is driving the world No.1.

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