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Australia welcome to bid for future Commonwealth Games

Australian sports chiefs have been told they're welcome to bid for future Commonwealth Games despite the fiasco surrounding the abandoned Victorian event.

AAP · Jul 24

Artist's spirit returns as Whiteley studio reopens

The studio of celebrated Australian artist Brett Whiteley will reopen to the public after extensive renovations.

AAP · Jul 24

A time-travelling king and visit from Nessie: inside the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony

The Commonwealth Games has always been a competition shaped by its history as well as its sport. Previously known as the “British Empire Games”, the competition is perhaps viewed by many as the “Olympics-lite”, a place where smaller nations and territories get their time to shine (although Australia, England and…

The Conversation · Jul 24

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Bird flu cases span across four states as tally climbs

A fast‑spreading strain of H5 bird flu may have reached a fourth state after a dead migratory seabird washed ashore north of Brisbane.

AAP · Jul 24

The Aussie swimmer set to step out of McKeown's shadow

Australia's backstroke ace Kaylee McKeown is a tough act to follow, but her understudy is capable of taking on the challenge at the Commonwealth Games.

AAP · Jul 24

Victoria paid for Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games. It’s not the state’s only recent sporting debacle

The 2026 Commonwealth Games have started in Glasgow with a stripped-back ten-sport event that is largely funded by Victorian taxpayers.

The Conversation · Jul 24

Why you should think twice before rescuing a wild animal

Imagine you’re driving down a windy road when you spot an injured possum.

The Conversation · Jul 23

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'Ludicrous' US levy slammed for free-trade deal breach

Australian businesses have reacted angrily to the Trump administration's higher tariffs on the nation's exports, as Canberra vows to push for their removal.

AAP · Jul 23

Burnham thanks Glasgow for ‘stepping up to save’ Commonwealth Games

Scotland’s largest city is playing host to the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victoria in Australia withdrew.

Evening Standard · Jul 23

Australia's hidden pain forces many out of workforce

Millions of Australians are living with chronic pain, with fresh data revealing it's forcing many out of the workforce early.

AAP · Jul 23

Golden Glasgow: Aussies' lofty goals for new-look Games

While Australia boasts a broad range of excellent Commonwealth Games gold medal prospects in Glasgow, it all starts at the pool.

AAP · Jul 23

Kyle busts dance moves amid sport diplomacy at Games

Hours before the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, Australia's sport diplomacy among Oceania nations was in full swing at a Glasgow event.

AAP · Jul 23

As nation eyes misogyny crime, could Australia follow?

As women cop hate online and male-perpetrated violence continues to make headlines, a nation's landmark bid to criminalise misogyny is generating interest.

AAP · Jul 23

Can we alter ocean chemistry to absorb carbon? Here are the pros and cons

As the planet warms, countries around the world are racing to meet their net zero targets set out in the 2015 Paris Agreement.

The Conversation · Jul 23

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The Canberra Times · Jul 23

How Australian Crawl snuck a raunchy classic past the censors

Being banned from Countdown gave them cred and helped their image.

AAP · Jul 23

'More purpose': swim star hails Rinehart's cash bonuses

Billionaire mining magnate Gina Rinehart has dangled a huge carrot in front of Australia's Commonwealth Games swimmers.

AAP · Jul 23

Higher rates and pricey petrol as economic outlook dims

Australian bonds traders are fully pricing in another Reserve Bank rate hike by the end of the year after a surprisingly strong rise in employment in June.

The Economic Times · Jul 23

In 1789, one mysterious outbreak changed Australia's history; scientists may have solved it

In 1789, a horrific outbreak devastated Indigenous Australians around Sydney Harbor. Up to 70% of local First Nations people died. For over 200 years, the cause remained a mystery. Now, scientists solved it. Computer modeling points directly to the British First Fleet. Dried smallpox scabs, carried in medical vials, likely…

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Bangkok Post · Jul 23

Thailand seeks extradition of ‘Rose Rose’ in flight attendant heroin case

Thailand is seeking the extradition of a woman accused of hiring a Thai flight attendant to carry heroin-filled bags to Australia, as authorities intensify efforts to dismantle a transnational drug trafficking network linked to a notorious drug kingpin in Myanmar’s Shan State.

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Unwanted and unloved – but here are 10 reasons to watch the Commonwealth Games

The Commonwealth Games may seem odd in the modern sporting landscape, but they remain a uniquely relaxed sporting event that will provide excitement and drama in Glasgow over the next 10 days

AAP · Jul 23

Australia into last four of Men's Water Polo World Cup

Australia are into the semi-finals of the Men's Water Polo World Cup after a brilliant comeback win over world No.1 and World Champions Spain.

The Economic Times · Jul 23

The Oval to host 2027 World Test Championship final from June 9

The Oval will host the 2027 World Test Championship final. England secured hosting rights for three finals, with the ECB selecting venues. Australia leads the current standings, followed by South Africa and New Zealand. Bangladesh and India are also in contention for a final spot. Several crucial series will shape…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

India resumes visa services in Australia after 23-day pause with six new VFS centres

Indian visa services have resumed in Australia after a lengthy disruption. Six new Indian Consular Application Centres are now operational across the country. These new facilities offer improved appointment availability and customer service enhancements. Applicants must book appointments online in advance through the official VFS Global website. Updated procedures and…

AAP · Jul 23

Games begin with 'nerve-racking' Disco win, Zambia rout

Aaron 'Disco' Wilson's bid for a near-unprecedented Commonwealth Games feat has started with a "nerve-racking" win as bowls took centre stage in Glasgow.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 23

Six-figure sea change: why professionals are swapping Sydney for Newcastle

New data shows the region is one of Australia's best places to build a career.

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