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John Millman inflicts swift end to Thiem return

John Millman has shown former world No.3 Dominic Thiem how hard it will be to climb his way back to the elite ending the Austrian's return to action at the first hurdle in Belgrade. 

Aussie Tyler Wright wins Bells Beach World Surf League event

Two-time world champion Tyler Wright has fought back tears after busting through years of health struggles to finally win at Bells Beach.

Cricket Australia confirms Andrew McDonald as new men’s coach

Cricket Australia could announce Andrew McDonald as the coach of the national men's team as soon as Wednesday after his impressive stint as caretaker boss.

Australia gifts 20 Bushmasters to Ukraine

20 Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles, including two ambulance variants, are headed to Ukraine to aid the Ukrainian government’s response to "Russia’s unrelenting and illegal aggression", the Australian Government announced this morning.

Australia adds to Russia export embargo

Australia has added a range of luxury goods on an export embargo to Russia a day after Ukraine's ambassador called for a complete moratorium on Russian imports.

Life-saving medicines to be made in Australia

A slew of medicines to treat illnesses like cancer and kidney disease will now be manufactured here in Australia in a move the government says will future-proof the country's access to life-saving treatments.

Alyssa Healy ton earns Australia World Cup win

Alyssa Healy smashed Australia to World Cup glory against England, making a colossal 170 as Australia regained the trophy with a 71-run win in the final.

Australians switch off for Earth Hour tonight

Australians will join hundreds of millions of people and thousands of businesses, schools and landmarks around the world in support of stronger climate action by switching off their lights for Earth Hour at 8.30pm local time tonight, Saturday 26 March.

Emissions Reduction Fund a ‘fraud on the environment’: ANU

Australia’s Emissions Reduction Fund has serious governance flaws and is potentially wasting billions of dollars in taxpayers’ money, a leading expert from The Australian National University warns.

Prime Minister convenes peak security committee

Prime Minister Scott Morrison is convening Australia's peak security committee to action further responses to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. 

Cost of living pressures affecting Australian households

The average Australian household has never felt better financially, but a new survey has also found concerns around the prolonged impact of COVID-19 and cost of living pressures are beginning to creep in.

Australian diplomats to evacuate Ukraine

Australian diplomats have been ordered to leave Ukraine and close the embassy, after Russian forces entered the country.

Morrison refutes China laser allegations

Scott Morrison has hit back at China's claims that an Australian aircraft was flying too close to a Chinese warship before it was lasered.

Brick-sized Aussie opal sells for $200,000 at Alaskan auction

An Australian gemstone, billed as one of the largest gem-quality opals ever found, has sold for $US143,750 ($A200,000) at auction in Alaska.

First international tourists in two years touch down in Australia

The first international tourists in two years have touched down in Sydney to be greeted by jubilant well-wishers waving Tim-Tams, jars of Vegemite and stuffed koalas.

Morrison urging tourists to return as international borders open

Prime Minister Scott Morrison is urging international tourists to return to Australia with the nation's borders due to open on Monday.

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