‘Raining sixes at the SCG’ as Smith century guides Sixers to win
Steve Smith smashed an unforgettable century in his return to the BBL as the Sydney Sixers held off a fast-finishing Perth Scorchers in their crucial clash at the SCG.
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Aussie golden girl ties the knot
Aussie golden girl Stephanie Rice has married pastor Mark Lassey at a stunning ceremony in Perth less than a year after meeting the father of three.
‘Seaplane tragic’: Tributes for dead pilot
Devastated family and friends of a pilot killed in a horror seaplane crash have paid tribute to their “warm, fun and hilarious” mate.
Albo defends controversial sheep decision
Anthony Albanese has defended a controversial policy while in Perth after facing accusations he is “turning his back” on farmers.
Twist as shark shuts down iconic beach
A shark has become trapped on the swimmer-side of a net, shutting down an iconic Aussie beach, with one local taking things into their own hands.
Miracle win sparks ‘down in the dumps’ guns
He wasn’t there to hit the winning runs in a miracle BBL win, but the new Melbourne Renegades captain is earning rave reviews.
WATCH: Renegades go from 4-10 to miracle win
Will Sutherland and Tom Rogers performed a miracle for the Renegades, steering the Melbourne side from 4-10 to a remarkable four-wicket win against Perth. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
‘Very real concerns’ for Perth, WA
The AMA has raised concerns about an “influx” of 150 trainee doctors from India who are slated to arrive in Perth this month.
Tragedy as woman swept off rocks
A woman who fled war-torn Ukraine to start a new life in Australia has tragically died after she was swept off rocks while visiting a remote tourist beach.
BBL stars hospitalised after horror collision
Sydney Thunder stars Daniel Sams and Cameron Bancroft were taken to hospital after a horrific collision during their side’s BBL clash with the Scorchers in Perth.
Cricket in shock after ‘horrific’ BBL crash
There have been horrible scenes in the BBL after a collision that was too graphic for TV networks to show replays of.
Aussie’s huge $20m Powerball win
The year is off to a lucky start for one Australian who has won big in the Powerball.
‘I did one thing – now I’m 35kg down’
A woman has revealed the ‘mortifying’ truth behind her incredible 35kg weight loss transformation.
Shark gets dangerously close to swimmers
Drone footage taken off the coast of a WA beach has captured a shark lurking dangerously close to unsuspecting swimmers.
Man missing from Rio Tinto ship
A large-scale search is under way for a man who has been missing for a week from a Rio Tinto vessel travelling to Australia.
Women charged after body found in burnt car
Two women have been charged with murder after a man’s body was discovered inside a burnt-out car in the bush.
Lloyd Williams reveals retirement of grand Cups warrior
A grand campaigner who raced in two Melbourne Cups for Lloyd Williams has run his last race, the high profile owner has confirmed.
Hemlock Stone storms home in Perth Cup boilover
Hemlock Stone has caused a major boilover to win the Group 2 Perth Cup at Ascot on New Year’s Day.
‘Not again’: Inexcusable blunder proves costly
A BBL record ninth-wicket partnership wasn’t enough to save the Strikers from a fourth loss, and they only have themselves to blame.
Tempers flare as Mankad drama rocks BBL NYE clash
There were fireworks on and off the field as the Scorchers spoiled the Strikers’ New Year’s Eve party at Adelaide Oval, with tempers flaring following a Mankad controversy.
Twist after ‘200kg of coke found in hotel’
Police are probing whether a rural airstrip is connected with the alleged seizure of 200 bricks of cocaine, night vision goggles and an airband radio inside a CBD hotel.
Sam Kerr breaks silence after tragic incident
The Matildas superstar is by her family’s side after her grandmother Coral Kerr was struck by a car in Perth’s southeast.
Teen’s alleged horror attack on cop
A police officer was allegedly attacked by a teenager while surrounded by a large group of youths outside a major stadium.
‘Act immediately’: Fires threaten new front
Residents have been told they are in danger and must act immediately to survive as fires are raging at opposite ends of the country.
Tennis rocked by ‘extraordinary’ incident
The opening day of the 2025 tennis season has begun in brutal scenes in Australia with two players left in distress.
‘Worst we’ve seen’: Sam Kerr’s horrid news
Sam Kerr’s grandmother Coral Kerr was left in a critical condition on Friday after being struck by a car metres from her home in Perth’s southeast.
‘Husband screaming’: Mum’s New York horror
An Australian mum has spoken for the first time after she and her son were hospitalised when a taxi mounted the kerb and hit tourists in Manhattan.
Insane footage of Boxing Day stampede
Shocking footage shows hundreds of Aussie teenagers form a stampede after a Perth streetwear brand encouraged fans to ‘rob’ their store.
Man charged with lighting Xmas Day fire
A man has been charged with lighting multiple fires in a nature reserve on Christmas Day.
Johnson haul in vain as Heat fall to Scorchers in Perth again
A Spencer Johnson four-for wasn’t enough to get the Heat across the line as the Brisbane team fell in Perth for the sixth time in a row – thanks in part to two stunning run-outs.
Xmas party DJ arrested for turning up music
Two ‘out of control’ Christmas parties with hundreds of attendees were shut down by police, but one DJ allegedly ignored police and tried to keep the festivities going.
‘Shocking’: Gades great slams Marvel Stadium’s under-fire surface
Former Melbourne Renegades captain Aaron Finch has questioned how serious Marvel Stadium is about cricket and offered an alternate venue the franchise should consider making its home.
Voges slams ‘substandard’ conditions as Gades down Scorchers
The surface was slammed as “an absolute joke”, there was a catch of the year contender, the roof was hit … and the Renegades came out on top against the Scorchers. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
Cricket storm erupts over ‘absolute joke’
Commentators were left astonished by a Big Bash sight, with the surface at the Melbourne ground slammed as an “absolute joke”
Heat confident of ending Perth drought
Belief is high in the Brisbane Heat camp ahead of the team’s BBL Boxing Day battle against the Perth Scorchers.
Chilling items children caught carrying
The first weekend of a state’s tough new knife laws have come into affect, with children among those caught carrying weapons including tomahawks, knives and hammers.
‘Dream come true’: Young gun smashes ton as new BBL star is born
Mitch Owen launched a stunning power-hitting blitzkrieg to steer Hobart to a bounce back win over Perth, later revealing he had “dreamt of this” moment. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
Moment dentist drugged date before rape
Footage shows the moment a dentist drugged a woman before he was jailed for raping six victims he met on dating apps.
Update for British rapper on rape charges
A British rapper and YouTuber facing rape allegations in Australia will admit to a separate offence committed while on bail, a court has been told.
Is this Australia’s cheapest home?
It’s been labelled “uninhabitable” by a local council, but this rural Aussie property has been snapped up in what might be called the country’s cheapest ever property sale.
Roar coach under pressure
Should Brisbane lose on Saturday to fellow strugglers Perth, it could prove disastrous for Roar coach Ruben Zadkovich.
Anti-nuclear protestors storm CBD
Wild scenes have erupted in one Aussie city’s CBD as protestors stormed the area during an inquiry into nuclear energy – with one protest leader calling it a “front” for the “fossil fuel industry”.
Deadly find in shopping centre restaurant
Wild footage has captured the moment a lucky snake catcher pulled one of the country’s deadliest snakes from a shopping centre restaurant.
29yo Perth man at centre of Trump success
A 29-year-old Perth man has been revealed as one of Donald Trump’s “advancers” and key member of the President-elect’s inner circle.
Family breaks silence after teen killed
The 14-year-old, from Perth, was walking home when he was allegedly attacked by another student.
Where Socceroos will play Japan revealed
A venue has been chosen for what looms as a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier for the Socceroos against Japan.
Major update after scary Big Bash scenes
Hilton Cartwright’s Melbourne Stars captain could only hope for the best after his teammate was sent to hospital in Perth.
Positive news after scary BBL scenes
Hilton Cartwright’s Melbourne Stars captain could only hope for the best after his teammate was sent to hospital in Perth.
‘Bit worried’: Concern as Stars ace stretchered off in horror BBL start
Melbourne Stars ace Hilton Cartwright needed to be stretchered from Optus Stadium and sent to hospital after a fielding injury in the season-opening six-wicket BBL loss to Perth Scorchers.
Comeback keeps Sydney’s top-two NBL hopes alive
Sydney has launched an incredible fourth quarter comeback to knock off Brisbane and keep its top-two hopes alive in a Sunday afternoon NBL thriller. Get the latest news and results from NBL round 12 here.
Huge offer in hunt for missing persons
One Australian state has offered up huge sums of money in a “first time” effort to help solve hundreds of missing persons cases.
Empire strikes back in Group 3 Gold Rush romp
Grand WA galloper Western Empire has capped off the Perth Summer Carnival with a powerhouse victory in the Group 3 Gold Rush.
‘Fell out’: Mum gives birth in front seat of car
A couple were heading to the hospital when their baby just “flopped out” onto the front seat of their car on a main road.
Alarm as deadly disease detected in Australia
A major health alert has been issued after two cases of the disease were reported in overseas travellers who returned to Australia from Singapore.
14yo killed in Thailand was Perth schoolboy
A 14-year-old Australian boy who was allegedly stabbed to death by a fellow student outside a housing estate in Thailand has been identified.
Man accused of wild nude rampage
Dramatic footage has captured a man allegedly going on a wild nude rampage through one city’s major night spot, before he is stopped by multiple cops.
Climate protesters swarm premier’s office
Climate activists have held a snap protest outside a premier’s office over the approval of the largest gas plant in the southern hemisphere.
‘Threatening’ passenger sparks flight turnaround
It’s understood the passenger was given a no-fly ban after the flight from Brisbane to Perth was forced to turn around.
Urgent measles warning for major city
A second urgent measles warning has been issued for a major Australian city, days after an overseas traveller was confirmed carrying the contagious virus.
Bold promise to guarantee player safety in PNG
A stunning promise has been made about player safety in PNG as it was revealed a team in Perth could be confirmed before the end of the year.
Intense heatwave to sweep Australia
Parts of Australia are bracing for another oppressive heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 16C above the December average.
Aus rock legend’s sister dies in tragic incident
An award-winning author and sister of a Cold Chisel member has been killed in a horrific incident at Kings Park in Perth.
Aussie stuns with 40C century
The sky is the limit for Australian young gun Annabel Sutherland who scored a masterful hundred against India in crippling conditions.
Vegan activist targeted while eating dinner
The Perth local was enjoying a meal with her partner when she was suddenly struck by a stranger.
Who holds the key to every BBL club’s success
This year’s BBL is shaping up to be bigger than ever. TIM MICHELL gives the rundown of how every team is placed in his club-by-club guide.
Fresh delay in ex-AFL star’s fatal crash case
A former AFL player facing two manslaughter charges over a crash that killed two elderly women has had a fresh delay in his case.
‘Absolute marvel’: Ageless galloper to shock in Gold Rush
Leading Perth trainer Simon Miller says evergreen Valour Road thinks he is still a two-year-old and can shock his opposition in the $1.5 million Gold Rush at Ascot on Saturday.
Shark ‘shook’ surfer during attack
A teenage surfer has described the moment a shark attacked him, but vowing it won’t stop him getting into the water again.
Willie Pike breaks wrist in e-scooter mishap
Western Australia’s leading jockey William Pike is set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines after breaking his wrist in an e-scooter fall.
Brain-eating bug in popular swimming spot
A popular swimming hole has been tested for a deadly “brain-eating amoeba” as hot weather creates increased risks.
‘Pure disbelief’: Worker killed at gold mine
Workmates of 29-year-old driller Peter Groves who was killed on a Western Australian mine site have paid tribute to their beloved friend.
State’s shocking road toll in one weekend
Seven people were killed on the roads over the weekend in one Aussie state, bringing the number of fatalities to its worst record in almost a decade.
‘Miracle’: Woman found after 3 day search
A woman reported missing three days ago has been found in a “miracle” set of circumstances, with her dog by her side.
Sydney seeing red as Mariners shock Sky Blues
The Central Coast Mariners have secured a shock home win against Sydney FC while Melbourne Victory has jumped to second spot on the A-League ladder with a convincing 2-0 win over Perth Glory. Go inside both games here.
NBL: Red-hot Cotton condemns 36ers to fourth-straight loss
Perth Wildcats superstar Bryce Cotton’s MVP-calibre form has claimed another victim, while Brisbane pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the season over Melbourne United. CATCH ALL THE ROUND 11 NEWS.
Power bills cut for Christmas in one state
Households in one state are getting a cash kicker to knock the top off power bills before Christmas.
Light Infantry Man executes Group 1 Perth raid to perfection
Jockey Ethan Brown executed a perfect steer as Light Infantry Man landed the Group 1 Northerly Stakes.
PM visits synagogue in closed-off meeting
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met privately with Jewish members at a Perth synagogue one day after the firebombing of Adass Israel.
THE LAST SAY: Curtain closes on group 1 racing in the west
The Daily Telegraph’s Ray Thomas previews a big Saturday of racing which features the final Group 1 of the year with the Northerly Stakes to be run and won at Ascot.
Albo’s $21m bid to create 400 new jobs
The Prime Minister will make the announcement during his 24th visit to Western Australia, with the state crucial to Labor’s hopes at the next election.
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