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'Anything can happen': Roos target World Cup boilover

Australia's Wallaroos believe they can cause a World Cup sensation as coach Jo Yapp makes two changes to the starting XV to face Canada.

AAP · Sep 11, 2025

How ‘sovereign citizens’ around the world draw on similar pseudo-law arguments – podcast

In the remote mountain high country of the Australian state of Victoria, police are continuing a huge manhunt. The fugitive is Dezi Freeman, a man alleged to have killed two police officers and injured a third in late August in the town of Porepunkah, 300km northeast of Melbourne.

The Conversation · Sep 11, 2025

Laura Robson in talks with TNT Sports about surprise role fronting Ashes in Australia

The former junior Wimbledon champion Laura Robson is in talks with TNT Sports over fronting its coverage of this winter’s Ashes tour

The Guardian - UK · Sep 11, 2025

The ANU was set up to be a ‘national asset’. Here are 3 ways it can return to its original mission

The Australian National University is one of the most prestigious universities in Australia and is regularly ranked among the world’s best.

The Conversation · Sep 11, 2025

‘I was lost but football gave me strength’: Afghan women refugees on their fight for recognition

Exiles from the Taliban in England and Australia are using the sport to battle prejudice and give a voice to women and girls in Afghanistan

The Guardian - UK · Sep 11, 2025

Sam Kerr's lengthy lay-off even worried family

Matildas star Sam Kerr has finally recovered from her knee reconstruction and will be the face of the 2026 Women's Asian Cup when it hits Australian shores.

AAP · Sep 11, 2025

Afternoon Update: Trump blames ‘radical left’ for Kirk shooting; Ley apologises to Indian Australians; and Queensland’s historic AFL final

Australian leaders condemn killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, with the deputy PM saying there is no place for political violence

The Guardian - AU · Sep 11, 2025

‘It’s difficult to catch a koala’: how will Australia’s newly approved koala chlamydia vaccine work?

Vaccine does not require anaesthetic or booster shots, giving researchers hope it can be rolled out to wild populations

The Guardian - AU · Sep 11, 2025

'Too many lies': Hewitt condemns Davis Cup officials

Embattled captain Lleyton Hewitt has been forced to make three team changes for Australia's Davis Cup tie against Belgium, while again condemning the format.

AAP · Sep 11, 2025

Usain Bolt's message to Gout Gout ahead of worlds debut

Usain Bolt has delivered a simple piece of advice to Gout Gout as the Australian teenage sprint sensation prepares for his first world championships.

AAP · Sep 11, 2025