2 hours ago ‘Your typical Aussie cricket boy’: Why Oscar Jenkins went to fight in Ukraine

On the cricket field, Oscar Jenkins was a formidable all-rounder. The former Melbourne Grammar student’s teammates were shocked to learn he had been captured by Russians on a Ukrainian battlefield.

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4 hours ago This old Fujifilm lab is now a hotspot for decadent sandos and desserts

It’s also serving French toast with Japanese milk pudding, torched cheesecake iced long blacks and lavender iced matcha, all in a cosy spot on Annerley Road.

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7 hours ago Anxious wait over as students get university offers: Search our database for cut

More than 16,000 students received a university offer this morning, with QTAC avoiding the glitches that plagued its January round offer.

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9 hours ago WATCH: Joey Manu scores on debut in Japanese rugby but Aussie rival ices win

Former Sydney Roosters star Joey Manu crossed the line in his first game in rugby union.

Sport

9 hours ago Give yourself the gift of sport: Everything you can watch this Christmas

Forget the presents under the Christmas tree, it’s time to rest and take in the best of sport over the Christmas period. Here’s what’s live and the best sports documentaries and movies to watch.

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15 hours ago Tennis’ love match: Meet ‘Aussie’ Matteo Arnaldi and his Melburnian girlfriend

Jet-setting tennis star Matteo Arnaldi jokes that he’s a citizen of the world but the world No.37 can’t help but feel more than a little bit Australian thanks to some fortuitous events two years ago.

Events

25 hours ago How a Warnie spoiler alerted Brett Lee his Test debut was coming before Waugh got the chance

Brett Lee’s blistering Test debut against India happened at the Boxing Day Test 25 years ago. Now another talented young New South Welshman is poised to follow in his footsteps by making his debut at the MCG.

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32 hours ago Konstas’ coach heads to Melbourne to groove him for Bumrah battle on Boxing Day

It is unusual for a personal batting coach to work with a player in the lead-up to a Test match, but the fact Konstas’ mentor is en route Melbourne suggests 19-year-old is firming for a celebrated Boxing Day debut against India.

Sport

33 hours ago From sunburn to storms: How climate change is redefining the Aussie summer getaway

More and more Australians are opting for safer holiday destinations to ensure their hard-earned breaks aren’t scuppered by extreme weather events.

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