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Parker wins paratriathlon world title

<p>Australia's Lauren Parker won the wheelchair paratriathlon world title in Abu Dhabi ahead of Tokyo Paralympic gold medallist Kendall Gretsch. </p>

How Wardlaw became Lions AFLW whiz

<p>Brisbane forward Jesse Wardlaw will play the AFLW grand final against Melbourne on a high after her dedication to become the comp's leading goal sc...

Ticker over tactics for Socceroos at cup

<p>Socceroos defender Milos Degenek says their World Cup clash against Tunisia will be a rare game where heart prevails over skills.</p>

Baker Boy wins album of the year at ARIAs

<p>Indigenous Australian rapper Baker Boy has won album of the year at the 2022 ARIA Awards for his critically acclaimed Gela.</p>

French 'friendly' perfect lesson: Arnold

<p>Socceroos coach Graham Arnold says a 4-1 loss to France in their World Cup opener was a perfect lesson for his players.</p>

Aussies primed for World Cup soccer 'war'

<p>Socceroos coach Graham Arnold expects their World Cup clash against Tunisia to be a footballing war.</p>

Wallabies No.10 Donaldson gets Test start

<p>With injuries decimating the Wallabies, Ben Donaldson will start at No.10 against Wales with coach Dave Rennie saying he wants to learn more about...

Bird, Siddle fire for Tasmania in Shield

<p>Tasmania's decision to bowl first in their Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria has paid dividends on day one as they head towards a first-innings...

Scrivener, Lyras undaunted by PGA lead

<p>Jason Scrivener and John Lyras snuck into a share of the lead after day one of the Australian PGA Championship and believe they can stay there.</p>

Stubborn Lutkins to play 50th in AFLW GF

<p>Brisbane defender Kate Lutkins says great support and her stubbornness helped her recovery from a torn ACL at the start of 2022 to make the AFLW gr...

World Cup pressure isn't real: Degenek

<p>Socceroos defender Milos Degenek says the pressure to win their looming World Cup game against Tunisia isn't real pressure.</p>

'Rainy day' raids to fund Vic poll pledges

<p>The Victorian coalition has revived plans to lease Melbourne's sewage works and Labor is projecting a bigger surplus as part of its election policy...

Zara, Jeans West on Oxfam's 'naughty list'

<p>As Christmas shopping gets underway, Oxfam has released its "naughty and nice" lists, with some popular fashion brands called out by the anti-pover...

Smith wants Scott shootout but rivals loom

<p>Adam Scott set the early Australian PGA Championship pace before being overhauled by co-leaders Min Woo Lee, Jason Scrivener and John Lyras in Bris...

Scott finds clubs, early form at Aust PGA

<p>Adam Scott's only trouble was finding his clubs in time for a 6am tee off at the Australian PGA Championship, the Masters winner shooting a smooth...

Tas hospital death after emergency 'wait'

<p>The Royal Hobart Hospital and Ambulance Tasmania are investigating the death of a woman who allegedly spent hours waiting for emergency department...

Govt lawyers ask to remove 'Nazi' wording

<p>An expert was asked to remove the word Nazi from a report into Jewish students' reaction to a speech by their principal, a Melbourne court has been...

Fed hopes help Aust shares edge higher

<p>The Australian share market has held on to gains, led by mining and tech stocks.</p>

Anti-corruption laws pass first hurdle

<p>Laws for a proposed national anti-corruption commission have been passed by parliament's lower house, despite issues raised by crossbenchers.</p>

AGL to close South Australia power plant

<p>AGL has announced plans to close a gas-fired power station in Adelaide in 2026, following extensive consultation with stakeholders.</p>