20 m. ago Waller backs Via Sistina to handle heavy challenge in Winx Stakes defence

Chris Waller is looking to Via Sistina’s European form, and a tip from a star English jockey, as evidence his superstar can go back-to-back in the Winx Stakes.

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38 m. ago ASX climbs as Brambles, gold stocks rise; James Hardie’s horror run continues

The Australian sharemarket opened stronger this morning, putting it on track for a second session of  gains on one of the busiest days of reporting season.

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7 h. ago Trying to lose weight? The answer may lie in what you want to gain

Piling weight back on is a common experience for dieters, but lasting change can be found in unexpected places.

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10 h. ago New Google phones hit the street sporting better cameras, faster processor and AI smarts

In addition to more AI, the Pixel 10 line-up adds extra zoom in the lowest-end model, Qi2 charging for the whole line-up and a dust-proof rating for the bendable phone.

Technology

12 h. ago The key industries on the rise as Brisbane economy hits $200b

Brisbane’s economy tipped $200 billion last year, with several industries achieving growth as the SEQ population is set to reach 6 million by 2041. But urban sprawl limits could stem the boom.

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16 h. ago Matt Wright offered $10,000 to injured pilot's family, court hears

Reality TV star Matt Wright offered $10,000 to the family of a helicopter pilot badly injured in a fatal crash but it was declined, a jury has heard.

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18 h. ago ASX finishes higher as banks, retailers rise; James Hardie shares plummet

The Australian sharemarket has finished the session in the green as investors digested a flurry of company earnings announcements.

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24 h. ago ASX edges higher as retailers rise; James Hardie shares plummet

The Australian sharemarket had a soft start to trading on Wednesday, as a plunge by building materials maker James Hardie and losses by the mining heavyweights and CSL overshadowed solid gains from the wider market.

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24 h. ago ASX extends gains as banks, retailers rise; James Hardie shares plummet

The Australian sharemarket has cemented its gains in afternoon trading after a flurry of company earnings announcements.

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31 h. ago ‘Still stings’: Why Carey Mulligan is tapping into childhood heartbreak over Take That split

The Oscar-nominated star was only 10 when the boy band split – but the emotional memory has served her well for her new film The Ballad of Wallis Island.

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38 h. ago Verbals over Showdown hit preceded Rankine’s alleged homophobic slur

The Crows and their star are still awaiting the outcome of the league’s investigation, which could rule him out of this year’s finals series.

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40 h. ago Australia v South Africa ODI LIVE: Carnage in Cairns as Australia lose 6

Marnus Labuschagne makes his return to international cricket as Australia take on South Africa in Cairns. Follow all the action.

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40 h. ago Why the AFL’s decision on the Izak Rankine case has been delayed

The Crows and their star are still awaiting the outcome of the league’s investigation, which could rule him out of this year’s finals series.

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41 h. ago Murray’s back training with Rabbitohs. It’s no coincidence they’re winning again

The star lock hasn’t given up hope of returning for South Sydney’s round 27 clash with the Roosters.

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42 h. ago Australia v South Africa ODI LIVE: Head strikes twice as South Africa lose 3

Marnus Labuschagne makes his return to international cricket as Australia take on South Africa in Cairns. Follow all the action.

Events

44 h. ago Australia news LIVE: Economic roundtable begins, Chalmers seeking action; Zelensky to meet Putin after Trump talks; Phone numbers taken in iiNet breach

Follow live as we bring you the news from Australia and beyond.

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44 h. ago Almost an ounce of gold per tonne in Star’s latest WA drill program

Star Minerals has intercepted impressive gold hits, including 5m at 30.91g/t gold, from its latest drilling program at the company’s Tumblegum South project in WA.

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53 h. ago ‘Ketamine Queen’ accused of selling fatal dose to Matthew Perry agrees to plead guilty

Jasveen Sangha becomes the fifth and final defendant charged in the overdose death of the Friends star to strike a plea agreement with federal prosecutors.

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54 h. ago How online threats after a rival’s death almost broke marathon king Eliud Kipchoge

Eliud Kipchoge, arguably the greatest athlete to run the famous 42.195km, will star in the Sydney Marathon this month. But the legend endured his toughest year in 2024 after a rising Kenyan star died in tragic circumstances.

Events

63 h. ago Grandstand moment: F1 champ Oscar Piastri to get Albert Park honour

Australia’s Formula 1 star Oscar Piastri will have a grandstand named after him at Melbourne’s Albert Park street circuit.

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