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Global body urges treasurer to spend less, reform taxes

Global economic body the OECD has called on Australia to rein in the NDIS and make changes to property taxes to help fix the budget and boost productivity.

AAP · Jan 21

'Literally unbelievable': families mourn Bondi victims

Families of those killed in the Bondi Beach terrorist attack are trying to come to terms with their grief as Australia pauses for a national day of mourning.

AAP · Jan 21

Special Ks return to Open for all- Aussie showdown

An all-Australian blockbuster awaits at Kia Arena with fan favourites Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis taking on another home-town duo in the Open doubles.

AAP · Jan 21

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Swimmers face deadlier threat than rising shark attacks

A bigger menace lurks in Australian waters than a recent string of shark attacks, swimmers are being warned ahead of the long weekend.

AAP · Jan 21

Rock art sheds light on migration of early Australians

An international team of archaeologists and researchers has found the oldest-known rock art in the world, dating back at least 67,800 years.

AAP · Jan 21

'The wind was 89 kilometres per hour' - Wicked weather derails Brendan Johnston from fastest known time attempt on Perth to Sydney ride

After finishing FKT attempt, Australian withdraws from RADL GRVL to recover from injured ankle and sets sight on Unbound Gravel 200

Cycling News · Jan 21

UCI hands out first yellow card of the 2026 season on stage 1 of the Tour Down Under

Decathlon CMA CGM once again receive first yellow card of the season with Tord Gudmestad becoming the 114th rider to be shown one

Cycling News · Jan 21

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From Ashes hangover to subcontinental scars as England aim to rewrite history

Harry Brook’s side begin Sri Lanka ODI series in poor form but confidence is needed ahead of crucial winter period

The Guardian - UK · Jan 21

71 Times A DNA Test Revealed Something People Never Saw Coming

Modern DNA kits make it easy to learn where your ancestors came from—just order a test, swab your cheek, and mail it to a lab. Soon, you’ll get a breakdown of your origins, from Ireland to Australia and beyond. But many services also match you with people who share your…

Bored Panda · Jan 21

'A grieving nation': PM's apology as Bondi dead mourned

A national day of mourning for those killed in the Bondi attack has culminated in an emotional memorial service and a personal apology from the prime minister.

AAP · Jan 21

Top 10 Blockchain Development Trends Shaping Australian Business in 2026

Discover the top 10 blockchain development trends shaping Australian business in 2026. Learn how smart contracts and DeFi are driving growth. Explore expert insights now!

inkl · Jan 21

Humanity’s oldest known cave art has been discovered in Sulawesi

When we think of the world’s oldest art, Europe usually comes to mind, with famous cave paintings in France and Spain often seen as evidence this was the birthplace of symbolic human culture. But new evidence from Indonesia dramatically reshapes this picture.

The Conversation · Jan 21

World's oldest known rock art predates modern humans' entrance into Europe — and it was found in an Indonesian cave

The hand stencil is more than 1,000 years older than the previous earliest evidence of rock art.

LiveScience · Jan 21

Tennis Mailbag: Craig Tiley’s Future Looms Over Australian Open

The USTA has reportedly pursued the Tennis Australia CEO. Plus, Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of a 25th major and more from Melbourne.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 21

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The Guardian - AU · Jan 21

‘Serious mistake’: there’s no benefit for Australia in joining Donald Trump’s ‘board of peace’ – only risk

To tie ourselves to the worst excesses of the Trump regime would be an act of national sabotage

The Guardian - AU · Jan 21

Australians to perform acts of kindness on national day of mourning for Bondi terror attack victims

Mitzvahs – or charitable acts – will include preparing meals for vulnerable communities while the Sydney Opera House will host a memorial service

Cycling News · Jan 21

'They were almost willing to kill each other for me' – Perfect start for Tobias Lund Andresen as new team goes all-out to position him for Tour Down Under sprint win

'I just had to commit and trust my teammates' says new Decathlon CMA CGM rider

The Independent UK · Jan 21

Devastated parents speak out after Canadian teen found dead surrounded by dingoes on Australian island

Investigators are yet to conclude whether 19-year-old died from drowning or dingo attack

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AAP · Jan 21

De Minaur overcomes big-serving Serb to advance in Open

Australia's world No.6 Alex de Minaur has advanced to the third round at Melbourne Park for the sixth-straight year after powering past Serb Hamad Medjedovic.

The Independent UK · Jan 21

Sabalenka and Medvedev respond after Ukrainian player demands ban over Russian invasion

Oleksandra Oliynykova called for Russian and Belarusian players to be banned from all tournaments following her first-round defeat to Madison Keys at the Australian Open

Cycling News · Jan 21

'More than one big performance' – New Australian champion Patrick Eddy continues to search for path back to WorldTour at Tour Down Under

Racing for national squad, the rider from Bendigo who was playing a lead-out role on stage 1 looks for opportunities to chase his own chances later in the race

The Guardian - UK · Jan 21

Ricky Ponting’s prescient call and the joy of being a cricket soothsayer

Data informs many decisions now but Australia legend showed how some players just have a knack for reading the game

The Independent UK · Jan 21

Carlos Alcaraz drops verdict on Roger Federer’s golf skills after Australian Open win

Carlos Alcaraz played a round of golf with Roger Federer and was impressed with the tennis legend’s skills

The Guardian - UK · Jan 21

‘Head held high’: Raducanu refuses to be critical after early Australian Open exit

Emma Raducanu is refusing to be too critical of herself after crashing out of the Australian Open because of her injury-ravaged preparation for the tournament

MusicRadar · Jan 21

“He had a massive impact on Australian culture. He was the engine driving one of the greatest live bands of all time”: Tributes paid to Midnight Oil founder Rob Hirst

Drummer has died of pancreatic cancer, aged 70

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