13 h. ago ‘I’ve come a long way’: Sam Konstas returns to Australian Test team, inked and inspired

After a rollercoaster start to his career, the young star is back for the Tests against the West Indies with a fresh tattoo and a sharpened focus as he eyes a permanent spot at the top of the order.

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4 d. ago How a racehorse owner fired off a boozy message, and was proven wrong in front of the King

A group of Australian racing battlers are returning to Royal Ascot with Asfoora. This time, prominent owner Rod Lyons is right behind her.

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7 d. ago Defying expectations, inspiring Richard Scolyer reaches another goal

Fourteen weeks after learning his incurable brain tumour had returned, the former Australian of the Year finished his 250th Parkrun.

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2 w. ago ‘I can’t coach Queensland’: Cheika on trophies, Aussie snubs and a future in league

Michael Cheika is two victories away from winning another piece of silverware in England. But he believes the door has been closed for him to return to Australian rugby.

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2 w. ago Australian container return schemes are a booming good news story

Unlike efforts to recycle soft plastics, container deposit schemes have been a success across Australia, with billions of bottles recycled.

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last month What to stream this week: Julianne Moore’s new drama, plus five more picks

Don’t miss a crackling class satire, Stanley Tucci’s return to Italy and the revival of Australian classic Number 96.

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