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The moment I knew: on our second date I thought, ‘You’re kissing the man you’re going to marry’

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Melbourne Utd claim steadying NBL win over JackJumpers

Melbourne United have got the steadying win they needed to retain fourth spot in the NBL with a 79-77 HoopsFest win over the Tasmania JackJumpers.

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Scorchers lock up top spot as fumbly Stars tumble

New Zealand star Finn Allen has struck 69 off 39 balls, after being dropped on 23, to lead the Perth Scorchers to a six-wicket victory over the Melbourne Stars.

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Alcaraz chases history at Australian Open despite split while women’s draw is open

Sinner, seeking a third consecutive Melbourne title, is the Spaniard’s clear rival but Swiatek, Rybakina, Bencic, Gauff and others are in Sabalenka’s way

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'Any NRL player can get it': Nelson's big boxing threat

Dual Melbourne premiership winner Nelson Asofa-Solomona wants a piece of any NRL player who dares to enter the ring after making a statement boxing debut.

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Madison Keys Looks to Defend Her Australian Open Title

The American tennis star captured her first major trophy in Melbourne last year and has since embarked on a long and winding journey back to Australia.

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When does the Australian Open start? Seeds, draw and how to watch

First tennis Grand Slam of the year is coming up in Melbourne

Evening Standard

Getting uncomfortable key for Madison's Open defence

Reigning Australian Open champion Madison Keys has flagged some additions to her game as she returns to Melbourne Park.

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Morning Mail: ChatGPT Health launch worrying experts, ‘Black Steve Irwin’ a fake, racket craft at Melbourne Park

The emergence of ChatGPT Health gives rise to fears about lack of regulation; Indigenous ‘star’ revealed as avatar generated in New Zealand

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Christian and Muslim faith leaders express ‘deep concerns’ about Labor bill’s impact on free speech – as it happened

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Australian Open 2026 Women’s Seed Report: Aryna Sabalenka Looks for Third Title Down Under

The No. 1 seed enters Melbourne as the favorite, but several challengers, including Elena Rybakina and defending champion Madison Keys, pose a formidable threat.

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Scorchers dismiss injury concerns ahead of vital clash

Perth Scorchers openers Finn Allen and Mitch Marsh both batted against the Melbourne Renegades, but did not field because of injury concerns.

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Australian Open 2026 Men’s Seed Report: Picks and Predictions From Melbourne

Can anyone take down Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner? The field will look to stage an uprising Down Under.

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Roger Federer Likens Carlos Alcaraz’s Australian Open Quest to Rory McIlroy at Masters

Alcaraz returns to Melbourne in 2026 with more than just an Australian Open title on the line.

The Guardian - UK

Roger Federer hails Alcaraz and Sinner’s ‘great’ rivalry amid Australian Open return

Six-time champion returns to headline opening ceremony, while world No 1 will face Australia’s Adam Walton in first round at Melbourne Park

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Capital city rents hit record highs apart from one

All but one Australian capital has yielded annual growth in rents, but experts expect that city to be a star performer in the long-term.

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Australian Open 2026: How to Watch, Betting Odds and Favorites to Win

It’s time again for the first tennis major of the 2026 season with the Australian Open about to be underway. There’s some interesting storylines to look for hea

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Tennis player celebrates too early then loses match in embarrassing Australian Open blunder

Sebastian Ofner thought he had won the third set tiebreak against Nishesh Basavareddy when he led 7-1 but didn’t realise it was being played to 10 points, and was ultimately knocked out in Melbourne

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Win VIP tickets to attend Dangerous Goods 6XXL in Melbourne. You'll gain access to the private bar, Inferno stage and more.

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Shanghai, Melbourne, Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur: the big four Asia-Pacific cities for 2026

As the year ahead in travel turns toward intentional holidaying, it’s time to make these four incredible cities top priority

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Nick Kyrgios delights rowdy fans as tennis cultures clash at Kooyong Classic

The usually genteel atmosphere at the Melbourne club – one of the bastions of grasscourt traditions – was punctured for the day as the injury-prone Australian enjoyed a rare win

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Melbourne or Sydney (or both!): a holiday in Australia’s biggest cities

For the uninitiated, Australia may seem just like Britain down under. But Asian influences, a warmer climate and architectural ambition make this far-flung destination something altogether quite different

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Mindy Meng Wang on the ‘disorienting’ experience of her father’s funeral – and the Chinese cyber-opera it inspired

The guzheng virtuoso remembers being shocked by the traditional ceremony in north-western China. Now she’s processing it on stage

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