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Ferrari chief Fred Vasseur thinks the competitive picture at Formula 1 2026's first race in Australia won't define the rest of the season

An Ashes-defining intervention, an NRL showstopper, and new hope forced on the AFL are among our writers’ great moments in Australian sports this year

Emma Johnston, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Melbourne who has died aged 52, was a marine ecologist, a visionary leader in science and research, a passionate champion of the environment, a brilliant and engaging communicator, and a caring mentor. Emma was also our friend.

If Josh Tongue and Brydon Carse can repeat their MCG displays, this may be more than a marriage of convenience

Melbourne City have won just one of their past six games, but they say their busy schedule is no excuse for the poor run of form.

While the Melbourne curator had to face the media and say sorry, some of the players owe him an apology in return

Just 70km from Melbourne yet only accessible by ferry, the island’s isolation is the source of its appeal and its biggest drawback

Guardian Australia critics pick the best live stage experiences of the year, including Beetlejuice, The Talented Mr Ripley and a nude ode to literature

The Barmy Army adopted Perth Glory as their team for the day, and the support helped spur on the underdogs to an upset 3-1 away win over Melbourne City.