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Lyon 'absolutely filthy' with axing for Gabba Test

Lyon 'absolutely filthy' with axing for Gabba Test

Nathan Lyon was unhappy about being dropped for the first time in a home Test since 2012, as George Bailey revealed why Pat Cummins was a late scratching.

Cop agreement handed union an intimidation 'workaround'

Cop agreement handed union an intimidation 'workaround'

Cop agreement handed union an intimidation 'workaround'

Cop agreement handed union an intimidation 'workaround'

An inquiry has heard an agreement between police and a state industrial relations regulator enabled an embattled union to continue an ongoing bullying campaign.

Switch flicked: Opetaia's ominous fight-week warning

Switch flicked: Opetaia's ominous fight-week warning

Switch flicked: Opetaia's ominous fight-week warning

Switch flicked: Opetaia's ominous fight-week warning

Jai Opetaia had a pointed message to ducking rival Gilberto Ramirez and an ominous warning for his more immediate target ahead of the champion's latest defence.

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Man caught hiding in pond charged over fatal shooting

Man caught hiding in pond charged over fatal shooting

Police dogs have helped track a man found hiding in a pond after fleeing through bushland following a fatal shooting, with charges expected to be upgraded.

More charges for pet owner after dog found dead in car

More charges for pet owner after dog found dead in car

A man faces additional charges over the death of his dog after initially claiming the pet was taken in a stolen car, sparking a desperate search.

Olympic vision elevates Paralympians to equal status

Olympic vision elevates Paralympians to equal status

A champion Paralympian has hailed the inclusive approach of the 2032 Games, while anxieties persist about the home city's infrastructure needs.

In face of Bazball, Smith opens up on the Aussie way

In face of Bazball, Smith opens up on the Aussie way

Steve Smith has offered an insight into Australia's plan to counter the English "Bazball' tactics in the second Ashes Test at the Gabba.

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Boddington wins Oppy after paracycling worlds gold haul

Boddington wins Oppy after paracycling worlds gold haul

Boddington wins Oppy after paracycling worlds gold haul

Boddington wins Oppy after paracycling worlds gold haul

Only two years after taking up track racing, Korey Boddington is the second paracyclist to win the Oppy Medal as Australian cyclist of the year.

B-words revealed as Olympic vision splendid

B-words revealed as Olympic vision splendid

B-words revealed as Olympic vision splendid

B-words revealed as Olympic vision splendid

Olympic organisers have unveiled a slogan they promise will define the legacy of its host city long after the 2032 Games are over.

Drugs, stress 'likely impaired' Sea World tragedy pilot

Drugs, stress 'likely impaired' Sea World tragedy pilot

Drugs, stress 'likely impaired' Sea World tragedy pilot

Drugs, stress 'likely impaired' Sea World tragedy pilot

A helicopter pilot involved in one of Australia's worst air disasters was likely but not certainly affected by drugs and stress, experts testified to a coroner.

Jacks gives England tactical shift for Gabba: Stokes

Jacks gives England tactical shift for Gabba: Stokes

Jacks gives England tactical shift for Gabba: Stokes

Jacks gives England tactical shift for Gabba: Stokes

England captain Ben Stokes insists the all-round talents of Will Jacks will suit the Gabba as he rejects suggestions his bowlers are already fatigued.

CFMEU 'threatened' rival union boss amid bitter feud

CFMEU 'threatened' rival union boss amid bitter feud

CFMEU 'threatened' rival union boss amid bitter feud

CFMEU 'threatened' rival union boss amid bitter feud

The CFMEU followed and intimidated delegates of a rival union at a $19 billion project and made threats against the life of its secretary, an inquiry has heard.

'Looks pretty good': Cummins eyeing Gabba Test return

'Looks pretty good': Cummins eyeing Gabba Test return

'Looks pretty good': Cummins eyeing Gabba Test return

'Looks pretty good': Cummins eyeing Gabba Test return

Test captain Pat Cummins is a chance of returning to the Australian Test team when the Ashes series continues at the Gabba.

Boland back to bowling best for Gabba after 'off day'

Boland back to bowling best for Gabba after 'off day'

Boland back to bowling best for Gabba after 'off day'

Boland back to bowling best for Gabba after 'off day'

Scott Boland was unhappy with his first-innings display in Perth but bounced back in the second and is now set to inflict more grief on England at the Gabba.

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Man found hiding underwater after fatal park shooting

A man attempting to escape a police manhunt has been found hiding underwater "amongst the reeds" in a pond after a fatal shooting in public parkland.

England have Gabba hope amidst historical horror

England's last three Ashes series triumphs in Australia followed iconic displays at the Gabba but overall their Test record in Brisbane is poor.

Opetaia rival's 'bad intentions' will bring out best

A former world champion on Jai Opetaia's undercard isn't sure if Huseyin Cinkara is crazy for "poking the bear," but hopes the challenger lives up to his words.

Khawaja out of second Ashes Test and into the unknown

Beleaguered opener Usman Khawaja is out of the second Ashes Test due to the back injury that afflicted him in Perth.

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Chopper pilot 'had breakdown, took drugs' before crash

A theme park's chief helicopter pilot was tearful from stress and took cocaine before tourist flights leading up to a fatal crash, a coroner has heard.

'Go nuclear': inquiry hears of rogue union's threats

An inquiry into a rogue union has heard allegations it sought to pressure a state's peak body to indefinitely delay a piece of legislation.

'Annoyed' Pope vows to learn lessons for Gabba riposte

England batter Ollie Pope has his sights on rectifying a flaw that has emerged in his limited Tests against Australia as he chases a big score at the Gabba.

Teen rescued after man crushed by collapsing wall

A man has died and another has been seriously injured after a wall collapsed at an inner-city building site, marking the second fatal incident in 24 hours.

Sorry, Joe: CA confirms Ashes day-nighter here to stay

Cricket Australia is planning for future home Ashes series to feature day-night Tests, despite questions from Joe Root as to its place on the calendar.

Unwanted history looms for Archer against Smith

The battle between Jofra Archer and Steve Smith continues at the Gabba, but England's paceman has 0-96 from the 189 balls he has bowled at the Australian.

England have 'massive confidence' for Gabba Test

Despite a huge loss in the series opener, England's Brydon Carse says the tourists have reason for confidence heading into the second Ashes Test.

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