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Joe Root and Harry Brook rebuild England’s position after slow start in Sydney

Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell and Zak Crawley all fell quickly to make it 57 for three inside 13 overs.

The Independent UK · Jan 4

Why ex Test star worries 'big-time' for Aussie spinners

For a fourth time in six Tests, Australia have opted against playing a spinner. Steve Smith says selectors have been backed into a corner by a recurring factor.

AAP · Jan 4

Summer drownings rise amid pleas for water safety

Authorities are imploring swimmers to be sensible around the water as the drowning toll continues to tick up this summer.

AAP · Jan 4

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Albanese calls for ‘peaceful, democratic transition’ of power in Venezuela after US capture of Nicolás Maduro

Australian prime minister says government has ‘long held concerns about the situation’ in South American country

The Guardian - AU · Jan 3

Damien Martyn back talking in 'miraculous' recovery

Australian cricket great Damien Martyn has been brought out of his induced come and is progressing well amid a battle with meningitis.

AAP · Jan 3

Australia's US alignment queried after Venezuela attack

The US attack on Venezuela could change Australia's stance on the Latin American country, as the country's diaspora wrangles with complex emotions.

AAP · Jan 3

England reach 211-3 against Australia on day one of fifth Ashes Test – as it happened

Harry Brook and Joe Root put together an undefeated 154-run partnership before storms shortened the day’s play at Sydney Cricket Ground

The Guardian - AU · Jan 3

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Aussie young guns fire with World Cup gold medal double

Rookie Indra Brown and established star Valentino Guseli have given Australians more reason to be excited about the upcoming Winter Olympics.

AAP · Jan 3

Partners in time to stir up some sparks among the Ashes

The ever-adventurous Harry Brook and the somewhat more reliable Joe Root took England to 3-211 on day one in Sydney before a storm hit the SCG.

AAP · Jan 3

'Not part of my DNA': Demon undaunted by Ruud defeat

While admitting he made uncharacteristic mistakes in his defeat to Casper Ruud, world No.7 Alex de Minaur won't catastrophise ahead of the Australian Open.

AAP · Jan 3

Britain urged to enforce Australian-style social media ban for teenagers

The government’s independent terrorism watchdog has made the suggestion amid fears of teenagers being radicalised online

The Independent UK · Jan 3

England have final chance to change narrative in Sydney but it may be too late for McCullum and Stokes regime

England have misjudged nearly every aspect of this Ashes series and its hierarchy must now fight for their future

The Independent UK · Jan 3

De Minaur's Ruud awakening - but Storm leads Aussie win

Alex de Minaur has started his Australian Open preparation with a United Cup defeat to Casper Ruud, but Storm Hunter starred in their opening win over Norway.

AAP · Jan 3

Green shoots no laughing matter as Ben Stokes insists fifth Ashes Test is ‘big game’

England were yet to settle on the XI to play at the SCG amid uncertainty over pitch as the captain conceded Australia bowlers ‘put us under heaps of pressure’

The Guardian - AU · Jan 3

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AAP · Jan 3

'In the palm of my hand': Kyrgios is Open to qualifying

Nick Kyrgios has described himself as a "chaotic mess, but an entertainer" as he prepares to return in Brisbane and awaits a call on his Australian Open status.

AAP · Jan 3

Behind the 'Bling', Matthews shows steely resolve

While Michael Matthews embraces his nickname, it only goes some way to explaining one of Australian cycling's biggest stars.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 3

Australia have been blessed by England’s disarray but can put own stamp on Ashes triumph

Victory in the fifth Test would help hosts send off Usman Khawaja in style in Sydney and ensure England cannot recast series as one that got away

AAP · Jan 3

Selectors eye left-field World Cup approach for Cummins

Pat Cummins' management of stress injuries in his back could mean he misses the start of Australia's T20 World Cup campaign, with selectors playing a long game.

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AAP · Jan 3

Smith lauds Khawaja as 'wonderful career' reaches end

Australia's stand-in captain Steve Smith has paid tribute to Usman Khawaja as the veteran left-hander prepares to bow out of the Test arena.

AAP · Jan 3

Stand-in skipper Smith makes call on Test future

Steve Smith will be part of Australia's side for the start of their lead up to the 2027 Ashes, with the veteran looking increasingly likely to play in England.

The Independent UK · Jan 3

Rifle-toting police will patrol the 5th Ashes cricket test in Sydney following Bondi shootings

Police with long-armed rifles, a rarity at sporting events in Australia, will patrol the final Ashes cricket test in Sydney starting Sunday as part of heightened security measures following the Bondi Beach terror attack in the city

AAP · Jan 3

Green's place in fifth Test team under the microscope

Australian allrounder Cameron Green has found himself under the microscope amid a tough Ashes series with the bat.

Cycling News · Jan 2

Launching a new road racing season – A guide to Australia's 2026 sun-drenched opening block

A Perth National Championships entree for the locals before world descends for Tour Down Under and Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

AAP · Jan 2

The $60 laundry gadget helping arrest global pollution

Lab testing of a South Australian-made washing machine filter has revealed it can help protect waterways from polyester and other synthetic microparticles.

AAP · Jan 2

From graffiti to gallery, art of spray paint on show

An exhibition looks at the art of spray paint - from graffiti typically seen in a highway overpass, to works by some big names in Australian art.

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