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'Just tough, so chill': Rybakina steeled for AO final

'Just tough, so chill': Rybakina steeled for AO final

Elena Rybakina hopes past experience against world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka will hold her in good stead with the Australian Open crown on the line.

'Doesn't get better': Djokovic on verge of slam history

'Doesn't get better': Djokovic on verge of slam history

'Doesn't get better': Djokovic on verge of slam history

'Doesn't get better': Djokovic on verge of slam history

Novak Djokovic has downed Jannik Sinner in an epic Australian Open semi-final battle and will meet world No.1 Carlos Alcaraz in the title decider.

Alcaraz scrambles into Open final to reach rarefied air

Alcaraz scrambles into Open final to reach rarefied air

Alcaraz scrambles into Open final to reach rarefied air

Alcaraz scrambles into Open final to reach rarefied air

Irrepressible world No.1 Carlos Alcaraz has become only the seventh man in professional tennis history to consecutively reach the final of all four grand slams.

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Geelong's venom breaks Bendigo's spirit in WNBL stunner

Geelong's venom breaks Bendigo's spirit in WNBL stunner

The Bendigo Spirit have been stunned by the Geelong Venom, who have moved off the bottom of the WNBL ladder with their win.

Funding lifeline for bushfire-ravaged towns

Funding lifeline for bushfire-ravaged towns

A funding lifeline has been pledged for fire recovery after bushfires tore through communities, destroying 1500 structures including hundreds of homes.

Aussie duo clinch back-to-back mixed titles

Aussie duo clinch back-to-back mixed titles

Australians Olivia Gadecki and John Peers roared home to join elite company in collecting consecutive AO mixed doubles crowns - now they want a three-peat.

'Some good ones': Clarke ending complete cycling career

'Some good ones': Clarke ending complete cycling career

Respected Australian cyclist Simon Clarke will race for the last time on Sunday at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race.

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Mass relocation as public housing faces wrecking ball

Mass relocation as public housing faces wrecking ball

Mass relocation as public housing faces wrecking ball

Mass relocation as public housing faces wrecking ball

Residents have been put on notice to move out as public housing advocates fight a plan to reduce city towers to rubble.

'Not going to happen': Sabalenka set for AO redemption

'Not going to happen': Sabalenka set for AO redemption

'Not going to happen': Sabalenka set for AO redemption

'Not going to happen': Sabalenka set for AO redemption

After losing her crown last year, Melbourne Park queen Aryna Sabalenka is intent on regaining the Australian Open title in a rematch of the 2023 final.

Decade in prison for 'calculated' scooter rider killer

Decade in prison for 'calculated' scooter rider killer

Decade in prison for 'calculated' scooter rider killer

Decade in prison for 'calculated' scooter rider killer

A jealous man will spend up to 10 years and six months in prison after he lied to police and tried to hide his ute after using it to kill a scooter rider.

City teen learns fate over alleged 'gypsy' slur

City teen learns fate over alleged 'gypsy' slur

City teen learns fate over alleged 'gypsy' slur

City teen learns fate over alleged 'gypsy' slur

Medin Memeti won't face a suspension from Football Australia after AAP revealed he was under investigation for the alleged use of a racial slur.

Sinner won't take anything for granted in Djokovic semi

Sinner won't take anything for granted in Djokovic semi

Sinner won't take anything for granted in Djokovic semi

Sinner won't take anything for granted in Djokovic semi

World No.2 Jannik Sinner has won the past two Australian Open titles but won't take anything for granted against the brilliant Novak Djokovic.

'Just a dream': Sabalenka in Hingis-like Open rare air

'Just a dream': Sabalenka in Hingis-like Open rare air

'Just a dream': Sabalenka in Hingis-like Open rare air

'Just a dream': Sabalenka in Hingis-like Open rare air

World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka is into her fourth consecutive Australian Open final and on track for a third crown when she meets Elena Rybakina for the title.

'Creating my own history': Djokovic savours Open chance

'Creating my own history': Djokovic savours Open chance

'Creating my own history': Djokovic savours Open chance

'Creating my own history': Djokovic savours Open chance

Novak Djokovic knows he's had a charmed run but is now relishing an Australian Open semi-final shot at two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner.

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Resurgent Zverev eyes huge upset against Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz has warned Alexander Zverev he will need to "sweat a lot" if he plans to win their AO semi-final.

Ponting backs Maxwell for World Cup form revival

Glenn Maxwell endured a torrid BBL campaign but Ricky Ponting sees the T20 World Cup as a perfect stage for Australia's X-factor star to find top gear.

'Unbelievable': Aussie wildcards make AO doubles final

With first-time partner and fellow Aussie Marc Polmans, Jason Kubler is into the Australian Open men's doubles final for a second time as a wildcard entrant.

'Strong, kind': medical mentor and former MP farewelled

Former Liberal MP Katie Allen, who died aged 59 after developing a rare form of cancer, has been remembered as a kind leader admired for her selflessness.

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'A lot of grey area': Pies gun relives contentious call

Star forward Jamie Elliott, who was controversially denied a free-kick in last year's preliminary final, believes Collingwood are capable of anything in 2026.

Non-drinking water only as fire damages supply

Water is being carted into a small town to top up a bushfire-damaged local treatment system but residents are still waiting for clean drinking water.

'We must hit new heights': new Aussie women's captain

Allrounder Sophie Molineux has lofty goals after being appointed captain of Australia's women's cricket teams, taking over from Alyssa Healy.

Killer locked up for life over murder of wife in fire

An abusive man who set fire to his wife and stepchild has been jailed for life with 32 years to serve before he will become eligible for parole.

Sabalenka has single focus with Open trophy beckoning

The Australian Open has lost the regular women's grand slam heavyweights from the draw but world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka remains a Melbourne Park constant.

Sinner steamrolls American to continue charge at Open

Dual defending champion Jannik Sinner has produced another crushing Australian Open performance to book a spot in the semi-finals at Melbourne Park.

'I was on my way home': Djokovic's miracle Open escape

Novak Djokovic says his injured opponent Lorenzo Musetti would have been a deserving AO semi-final opponent for two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner.

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