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The child protection system is broken -should it be abolished?
news

The child protection system is broken -should it be abolished?

Why is Australia buying hundreds of missiles?
World News

Why is Australia buying hundreds of missiles?

Cyclone Gabrielle broke vital communication links
World News

Cyclone Gabrielle broke vital communication links in New Zealand

The child protection system is broken -should it be abolished?
World News

The child protection system is broken -should it be abolished?

Why is Australia buying hundreds of missiles?
World News

Why is Australia buying hundreds of missiles?

Cyclone Gabrielle broke vital communication links
World News

Cyclone Gabrielle broke vital communication links in New Zealand

Shane Warne
Cricket

Shane Warne: Family tributes one year on

By Wade Pretorius04-03-2023 15:18

Shane Warne passed away a year ago today and his family have have posted heart-warming tributes to Instagram to mark his death.

Iran: Are Western sanctions making difference?
World News

Iran: Are Western sanctions making a difference?

By The Conversation28-02-2023 11:07

The European Union last week placed new sanctions on Iranian individuals and entities, but critics have said it is not sufficient.

Proteas Women T20 World Cup final
Cricket

Aussie skipper ready to face Newlands cauldron

By James Richardson25-02-2023 18:05

Australia take nothing for granted ahead of their Women’s T20 World Cup showdown with South Africa at Newlands

Australia’s energy market operator is worried about its grid
World News

Australia’s energy market operator is worried about its grid

By The Conversation22-02-2023 10:15

The Australian Energy Market Operator released an update to its annual assessment of reliability and Australia’s power shortage risks.

India
Cricket

India tighten grip on qualification for the World Test Championship Final

By James Richardson19-02-2023 13:30

India claimed a thrilling six-wicket victory over Australia to move a step closer to sealing their place at the Ultimate Test at the Oval on 7 June.

Australia
International

Australia selector under fire over Border-Gavaskar Test picks

By James Richardson17-02-2023 13:28

Australia selector Tony Dodemaide has moved to defend the Test XI picks that have fans scratching their heads.

australian police
World News

Australian police say deadly siege was Christian ‘terrorist attack’

By Agence France-Presse16-02-2023 10:19

Australian police on Thursday blamed a family’s Christian fundamentalist beliefs for a “terrorist attack” that killed three people.

coffee
News

‘Enlightened tingle’: Aussie cafe offers $140 cup of coffee

By Agence France-Presse13-02-2023 10:49

At US$140 a pop, one cafe in Melbourne, Australia is serving up no ordinary cup of joe. Melbourne has long been famed for its coffee culture.

Study in Australia: Why you should consider TAFE courses
Move to Australia

Study in Australia: Why you should consider TAFE courses

By Sable International08-02-2023 18:09

Technical and Further Education (TAFE) courses offer international students the opportunity to gain practical skills and possibly find work in Australia.

Aaron Finch
Cricket

Australia’s Aaron Finch retires from international cricket

By Garrin Lambley07-02-2023 07:05

Aaron Finch has retired from international cricket, ending a 12-year career as one of the most prolific run scorers in limited-overs formats.

Shark kills teenage girl in Australia
World News

Shark kills teenage girl in Australia

By Agence France-Presse04-02-2023 14:40

A 16-year-old girl was killed Saturday after being mauled by a shark as she swam in a river in Western Australia, officials said.

Australian 5 dollar note
Business & Finance

Australia to remove British monarch from banknotes

By Agence France-Presse02-02-2023 10:22

Australia will remove the British monarch from its banknotes, replacing the late Queen Elizabeth II’s image on its $5 note with a design honouring Indigenous culture.

Tegan Brink australian high commissioner
News

New High Commissioner appointed as 200k Australian residents trace roots to SA

By Storm Simpson28-01-2023 12:54

‘South Africa is Australia’s leading trade and investment partner in Africa and more than 200,000 Australian residents were born in South Africa,’ said the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs.

Women's T20 World Cup
International

Women’s T20 World Cup in South Africa: How they got here

By James Richardson22-01-2023 13:33

Nine teams will head to South Africa to contest the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2023 alongside the hosts. 

Qatas plane
News

Qantas flight lands at Sydney after mid-air mayday alert

By Agence France-Presse18-01-2023 07:37

Ambulance services were called to Sydney airport on Wednesday afternoon to meet an incoming Qantas plane that had issued a mid-air mayday alert.

Eddie Jones
Rugby World Cup 2023

Eddie Jones anointed Wallabies messiah

By James Richardson16-01-2023 12:57

The return of Eddie Jones to the Australia Men’s Rugby Union head coach position marks the beginning of a new era for the Wallabies.

Australian PM Anthony Albanese
World News

Australia urges ‘swift’ security deal with PNG

By Agence France-Presse12-01-2023 08:53

Australian Prime Minister called for a “swift” new security deal with PNG, as his government seeks to parry China’s expanding influence in the Pacific.

Cardinal George Pell
Lifestyle

George Pell denied public memorial in home Australian state

By Agence France-Presse12-01-2023 07:55

An Australian state leader on Thursday emphatically ruled out a taxpayer-funded memorial for Cardinal George Pell, saying it would be “deeply distressing” for sexual abuse survivors.

China
World News

China warns Australia: ‘Be careful’ of Japan

By Agence France-Presse10-01-2023 11:56

China on Tuesday said Australia should remember Japan’s war crimes during World War II before cosying up to the regional power.

Toyota Hilux GR Sport
Motoring

Toyota gets Dakar-inspired Hilux GR Sport with muscular styling and more powerful engine Down Under

By Sean Parker09-01-2023 19:46

Toyota Australia showed off a meatier Hilux GR Sport model with the same 2.8 GD-6 turbodiesel engine but more rugged styling tweaks.

Novak Djokovic
Tennis

‘No grudges’, Djokovic feels the love and support in Australia

By Agence France-Presse03-01-2023 12:40

Novak Djokovic said Tuesday the reception he had received in Australia was more than he could wish for and the good vibes would reflect in his tennis as he targets a 22nd Grand Slam title this month.

Kagiso Rabada and Merv Hughes interact with the crowd in Test matches
SA Cricket

Watch: KG Rabada mimicks Merv Hughes and the MCG crowd loves it!

By Mariette Adams28-12-2022 12:15

Kagiso Rabada has bowled over Australian cricket fans by re-enacting the great Merv Hughes’ stretching shtick during the second Test.

Anrich Nortje
Proteas

Anrich Nortje expects to toil on MCG pitch

By James Richardson25-12-2022 17:59

Anrich Nortje expects that fast bowlers will need to work harder for their wickets at the MCG.

ICC slams Gabba pitch after 1st Test between Aus and SA
Cricket

ICC blasts Cricket Australia for ‘below average’ Gabba pitch

By Mariette Adams20-12-2022 15:41

The ICC has issued the Brisbane Cricket Ground, commonly known as the Gabba, one demerit point and gave the pitch a ‘below average’ rating.

Marnus Labuschagne
Cricket

Marnus Labuschagne reveals that his family back Australia

By James Richardson14-12-2022 11:50

Marnus Labuschagne is ready for anything as he prepares to face the country of his birth in Test cricket for the first time.

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