1 hour ago Junior Paulo loves leading Samoa. But it’s starting to impact his health

The Samoan co-captain feels physically and mentally fresh – but the same cannot be said for his vocal cords.

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16 h. ago Melbourne Cup 2025 LIVE: Your last minute guide to every horse in the cup as race gets ready to jump; Presage Nocturne firms as new favourite over Al Riffa, Half Yours

The race that stops a nation is about to jump as we bring you live updates on all the final scratchings, betting fluctuations, and expert tips for the field of horses. Follow our rolling coverage.

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26 h. ago Commuters feel pain at extra year on buses as M1 metro delay goes unexplained

Premier Chris Minns refused to be drawn on the reasons for the delay and whether the cost had blown out because the time to convert the line had doubled.

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39 h. ago Air India survivor tells of pain and torment in months after miracle escape

Everyone thinks Viswashkumar Ramesh is the luckiest person on earth after he walked away from the plane crash that killed 241 people, including his brother. Everyone but him.

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46 h. ago ‘Pretty crazy’: Reece Walsh responds to English fans’ homophobic and vile abuse

Walsh endured a barrage of abuse from a handful of English fans who made homophobic references, called him a bastard and mocked him for wearing nail polish.

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3 d. ago No river, no worries: Why Vienna is Europe’s prettiest city to visit in summer

The winters are unbearable, but it truly comes alive in the warmer months.

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3 d. ago Large hail and lightning hit Queensland as residents brace for severe storms

A dangerous 'super cell' storm threatening Australia's east coast has struck southeastern Queensland bringing large hail, lightning and cutting power to hundreds.

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3 d. ago NRL concedes Samoa enforcer should have been binned for hit that cost Tonga key star

Stefano Utoikmanau was unimpressed with a high shot by Francis Molo that ended his Tonga debut after 90 seconds and cost him the chance to face the Kiwis on Sunday.

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4 d. ago From slums to gentrification but the ‘magic’ on the street and political heart lives on

Fitzroy has long endured a tense tug of war between gentrification and a battle to hold on tightly to its creativity, multiculturalism, activism and live music scene.

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4 d. ago Just 90 minutes from Sydney, you can relax in your own balcony bathtub with stunning views

Luxury lodges, lake-edge lolling, seaside stunners, glam-amid-grit CBD staycations and wine-country wonders: 16 great escapes in NSW.

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4 d. ago ‘More Med than Rotto’: Four of the best weekend getaways in WA right now

A revived Rottnest resort, a 1960s-groove beach shack, a Busselton beauty and moonlight magic: Western Australia’s weekend-away options keep getting better.

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4 d. ago Oasis bring Wonderwall magic to Melbourne – and the crowd goes wild

In their first concert in Melbourne in 20 years, Oasis proved they’re not the best band in the world, but they’re special. Their formula is limited, but they stretch it to amazing results.

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4 d. ago Community mourns woman killed by lightning strike on Sunshine Coast

Finley Bone, 21, was struck by lightning and died while at the Cooroy Sporting Complex.

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4 d. ago Brisbane news live: Update on hospital services bungle, doctors from Brisbane recruited to help | Lightning strike kills woman | Two shot in drive

For today’s news updates as they happen in Brisbane and beyond, follow us here.

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4 d. ago Victorian, Tasmania cricketers lead tributes to Ben Austin amid safety focus

The players leaned their bats and caps against the fence as a symbol of respect, wore black armbands and held a minute’s silence as the cricket community continued to grieve the death of the Ferntree Gully teenager.

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4 d. ago England issue SOS to NRL duo as they look to save Ashes series

Gold Coast fullback AJ Brimson and Canberra forward Morgan Smithies have been called as England seek to keep the Ashes series alive.

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4 d. ago Brisbane news live: Lightning strike kills woman | Two shot in drive

For today’s news updates as they happen in Brisbane and beyond, follow us here.

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5 d. ago Wine proposal among plans to keep North Freo businesses alive during bridge shut

Old Bridge Cellars owner Jay Beeson has pulled out all the stops to keep his business ticking during the closure, including improving online and delivery offerings, and installing bike racks to encourage cyclists.

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5 d. ago Prison guards ordered back to work after snap strike causes court confusion

Guards from prisons across the state stopped work after an inmate who assaulted four guards did not receive prison time for his crimes.

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5 d. ago Prison guards ordered back to work after snap strike causes court chaos

Guards from prisons across the state stopped work after an inmate who assaulted four guards did not receive prison time for his crimes.

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