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Renshaw stars for PM's XI with 101 not out

<p>Matthew Renshaw has scored an unbeaten 101 as the Prime Minister's XI set West Indies a challenging target of 309 for victory in the tour match at...

Rail strikes to end as NSW govt makes deal

<p>The NSW government has finally cut a deal with the rail union to modify a fleet of trains after months of bitter negotiation and strikes.</p>

Tigers have Vics on ropes in Shield clash

<p>Victoria's chances of fighting their way back into their Sheffield Shield clash with Tasmania are fading after late wickets fell on day two at the...

Complacency over COVID-19 despite new wave

<p>Most Australians have become complacent about COVID-19, believing the worst is over despite a new wave starting and different variants emerging. </...

Morrison eyed off sixth ministry portfolio

<p>A report into Scott Morrison's secret ministries found briefs were prepared to appoint him as agriculture, water and environment minister.</p>

Scott's party hole highlight on tough day

<p>Adam Scott endured a tough day in carding a one-over round of 72 but could at least enjoy creating one of the moments of the Australian PGA Champio...

More NSW beehives to go as mite spreads

<p>More beehives will be destroyed in NSW after another hive was found to be infested with the invasive varroa mite outside the initial eradication zo...

Smith in sight of third Aussie PGA title

<p>Cameron Smith has moved to within one shot of leader Jason Scrivener, thanks to a six-under 65 in the second round of the Australian PGA Championsh...

New Delhi arrest over 2018 Qld death

<p>Queensland police are confident of a smooth extradition process after a man was arrested in India over the suspected murder of Toyah Cordingley in...

Pensioner concessions to free up housing

<p>New laws encouraging pensioners and welfare recipients to downsize their homes and free up stock for younger families have been passed by parliamen...

Paused finance bill puts consumers at risk

<p>Delayed financial reforms could put consumers at risk as the rising cost of living pushes households towards dodgy lenders. </p>

Ex-High Court judge resigns Order of Aust

<p>Former High Court judge Dyson Heydon no longer holds an Australian honour, in the wake of a settlement earlier this year involving three women.</p>

Mental test awaits leader Scrivener

<p>Jason Scrivener has endured a frustrating wait for a second title but has put himself in the frame to beat a quality field at the Australian PGA Ch...

Australian shares end week up 1.5 per cent

<p>The local share market finished Friday up 0.24 per cent, to again close at its best level since May 30 after four straight days of gains.</p>

Ardern makes rare NZ PM visit to Chathams

<p>New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has travelled to rocky outpost the Chatham Islands on a flying one-day visit.</p>

Deep sea 'moonshot' solution for climate

<p>Deep ocean forests could save the world but growing seaweed for the purpose of carbon offsetting or carbon credits may need more climate science to...

NSW axe murder was spontaneous, judge told

<p>An elderly man who murdered his ex-wife's new partner by running him down and striking him with an axe had no history of violence, a Sydney court h...

Home ALM games come at a cost for Glory

<p>Perth Glory might be limited to crowds of just 4000 for the bulk of their A-League Men season due to the smaller capacity of Macedonia Park. </p>

'Exhausted' WA nurses walk off the job

<p>About 3000 nurses and midwives have rallied outside parliament in Perth, ignoring a direction from the industrial umpire to call off a statewide st...

Beers not tears as John Curtin Hotel lives

<p>The John Curtin Hotel will remain a live music venue and pub after it was saved just days before its lease was set to expire.</p>