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England hopes of final Ashes win fading after Steve Smith hundred gives Australia commanding lead

England pushed towards defeat after punishing third day in Sydney

Evening Standard · Jan 6

Smith and Head hit centuries to help Australia grind England into the dust

Australian charity was in short supply in the middle with the hosts 518 for seven at stumps, 134 ahead, after the captain scored 129 not out

The Guardian - UK · Jan 6

Travis Head and Steve Smith hit hundreds as dominant Australia make England toil

Australia lead by 134 after day three

The Independent UK · Jan 6

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Best behind Bradman: Smith goes No.2 in Ashes history

Steve Smith has gone past English legend Jack Hobbs for the second-most Ashes centuries and runs.

AAP · Jan 6

'I went into Australia underdone so I'm trying to fix that this year' - Jay Vine aiming for much stronger start to 2026 than in 2025

Former title holder kicks off new season at National Time Trial Championships on January 8

Cycling News · Jan 6

Photo finish looms for player of Ashes series

The race for Ashes player of the series honours is too close to call, according to Australian Test legend Mike Hussey.

AAP · Jan 6

Worst heatwave since black summer forecast for more than half of Australia

Fire danger expected to reach extreme levels in South Australia, Victoria and inland NSW this week

The Guardian - AU · Jan 6

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Sabalenka, Keys on track for quarter-final blockbuster

Australian Open finalists Madison Keys and Aryna Sabalenka won second round Brisbane International matches to move closer to a juicy rematch.

AAP · Jan 6

Daniels' Hawks stumble amid Trae trade speculation

Speculation is growing that injured Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young will be traded, which would have implications for Australian teammate Dyson Daniels.

AAP · Jan 6

Live Dealer Games Online in Australia: A Modern Gaming Experience

In recent times, the online gaming sector in Australia has witnessed significant growth, with live dealer games becoming a standout feature in the digital casino landscape.

inkl · Jan 6

Nexo Announces Groundbreaking Sponsorship Deal as Major Cryptocurrency Partner

Australia's crypto industry has been boosted by the news that Nexo is to become the Australian Open's official crypto partner, a move that should help to elevate digital currencies in the country.

inkl · Jan 6

Hybrids, SUVs and utes race away with 2025 car sales

Australian motorists are increasingly choosing fuel-efficient vehicles but that does not mean a move away from SUVs or utes.

AAP · Jan 6

Banks lead Australian shares lower but miners lift

A rally in raw materials stocks hasn't been enough to buoy the bourse, with five of 11 local sectors recording significant losses.

AAP · Jan 6

Australia needs a school lunch program – like many other high-income countries

Many Australian parents of school-age children will be looking forward to a break from the routine of packing school lunch boxes over the summer holidays. But in some other countries, lunch boxes are increasingly being replaced by school lunch programs.

The Conversation · Jan 6

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AAP · Jan 5

Australians feel the heat as bushfire threat flares up

Authorities are warning people to be on high alert as several states prepare for intense heatwave conditions not seen since the Black Summer bushfires.

The Conversation · Jan 5

How smart home materials can shield us from extreme heat and cut energy bills all year

Australia is getting hotter. Climate change is driving more frequent and prolonged extreme heatwaves and our homes are struggling to keep up. Alarmingly, many Australian houses – especially older ones – weren’t designed for these harsh conditions.

AAP · Jan 5

Aussie steelmaker tipped to rebuff fresh $13b takeover

Shares in Australia's biggest steelmaker soared to a 17-year high on a takeover bid but analysts suggest Kerry Stokes and his US partner need to up their offer.

AAP · Jan 5

Clarke's middle-order plea to selectors for transition

Michael Clarke believes Australia's batting is in a good place ahead of a period of transition, provided selectors do one key thing right.

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The Guardian - AU · Jan 5

Australia v England: fifth Ashes Test, day three – as it happened

Australia 518-7 at stumps with a lead of 134 runs on England’s first innings total after centuries from Head and Smith

AAP · Jan 5

Djokovic pulls out of Adelaide ahead of Australian Open

Seeking an 11th Australian Open title, Novak Djokovic has surprised by pulling out of the warm up event in Adelaide.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 5

Morning Mail: Maduro pleads not guilty in US court, bushfire warning for city suburbs, Stokes’ sweary Ashes spat

The deposed Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro appears in court; report warns homes on outskirts of Australian are at risk from LA-style fires

AAP · Jan 5

Warning Australian cities not immune to LA-style fires

A year on from the deadly wildfires that tore through Los Angeles, a comprehensive report shows Australian city fringes share many of the same vulnerabilities.

AAP · Jan 5

Novel car brands tipped to accelerate Aussie market

From Forthing to Farizon, consumers can expect plenty of fresh brand names in the local automotive market, with growth expected to almost double in a decade.

The Conversation · Jan 5

Women have fought hard to be recognised as farmers. There’s still more work to be done

When we think of an Australian farmer, we often still conjure up an image of a bloke in a hat, perhaps leaning on a fence post. If women make an appearance at all in this picture, it’s usually as a support to the male farmer.

International Business Times UK · Jan 5

Nicole Kidman Is 'Done With Famous Guys' After Keith Urban Split, Snub Ex in Heartfelt New Year Post

Nicole Kidman rang in 2026 with a heartfelt Instagram post featuring her daughters — pointedly without Keith Urban — as sources claim she's 'done with famous guys' and ready for a fresh start after filing for divorce.

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