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Talented twosome make team for Australia test
Lawrence farmer Graeme Dickie secured his second national title at the recent New Zealand sheep dog trial championships at Taupo. read more
More than 50 per cent of Australians shopping online Roy Morgan research
The number of Australians who shop online has tipped over the 50 per cent mark for the first time.
England supporters seize chance to mock Australias Mitchell Johnson Andy Wilson
Edgbaston locals taunt Johnson over his bowling – and hairdo – as fans dream of summer of derision aimed at Australia It was not a question that seemed to trouble the inhabitants of the Eric Hollies Stand, as they mocked Mitchell Johnson throughout England's innings and then again when he ...
David Attenborough doing well after urgent heart surgery forces him to pull out of sell out Australian tour
Veteran wildlife presenter Sir David Attenborough, 87, was fitted with a pacemaker in London today on the 'urgent' recommendation of a cardiologist.
Urgent heart surgery forces Sir David Attenborough to cancel Australian tour
Sir David Attenborough has been forced to cancel his Australian tour as he undergoes emergency surgery in London to have a pacemaker inserted.        
Prominent Australians recognised in Queens Birthday honours
Cadel Evans: Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
Justin Bieber sets Australian dates
Justin Beiber is set to tour Australia in November and December.
England seal easy win over Australia
James Anderson led an exceptional bowling display as England opened their Champions Trophy campaign with a 48-run victory over Australia at Edgbaston.
England hammer Australia in their Champions Trophy opener
Birmingham, June 8 (IANS) England made an empathic start to their Champions Trophy campaign by dispatching arch-rivals Australia in a Group A game at Edgbaston here Saturday.
Paul Newmans World of Cricket England can hit Australia while they are down
PAUL NEWMAN: It was England's victory over Australia in the 2004 Champions Trophy semi-final at Edgbaston that first encouraged them to dream that they really could win the Ashes the following year.
Rugby Australia hit back at Woodward contempt claim
PERTH, June 5 (Reuters) - Australia has hit back at claims that the British and Irish Lions were being treated with "contempt" because of the selection of a weakened side to face them in their first match, saying the country had more playing depth than in tours past. Former England ...
Australia hit back at Woodward contempt claim
PERTH (Reuters) - Australia has hit back at claims that the British and Irish Lions were being treated with "contempt" because of the selection of a weakened side to face them in their first match, saying the country had more playing depth than in tours past. Former England coach Clive ...
Lions Tour Australia hit back at Woodward contempt claim
Australia has hit back at claims that the British and Irish Lions were being treated with "contempt".
Woodward Australia are treating Lions tour with and SNO 145 contempt
Sir Clive Woodward has suggested that the British and Irish Lions should not bother touring Australia again if they continue to treat the event with ‘contempt'. Australians have denied the claims, but the fact that the Lions' first tour match … Continue reading ?
Australia hits back at Woodward claim Lions being treated with contempt
• ARU rebuffs former coach's criticism of Western Force side • 'Depth of Australian rugby has increased since 2001' Australia has hit back at claims that the British & Irish Lions were being treated with "contempt" because of the selection of a weakened side to face them in their first ...
The 10 Most Liked Australian Celebrities of 2013
Australian entertainment industry magazine Encore took to the public - well, 3,500 people - to find out who the country's most liked celebrities are . (While they were at it, they also worked out the nation's most disliked celebrities.) The interesting thing about the lists is that the top two ...
Japan Australian Stock Futures Decline on Fed Stimulus Concerns
Japanese and Australian stock futures fell as economists said the Federal Reserve may scale back its stimulus efforts as early as September amid improving economic growth.
Sydney at sixty Leading Australian film fest has a big impact Down Under
Australia has a small population and film market, but it also has a distinct landscape, indigenous voice and a unique government support system for film funding.
Rugby Lions set for full Force of Australian welcome
By Patrick Johnston PERTH, June 3 (Reuters) - The British and Irish Lions kick off their Australian tour in chilly Perth on Wednesday against a Western Force side promising a hot reception that will test the toughness of the "big slabs of meat". Following a comprehensive eight-try rout over the ...
Lions set for full Force of Australian welcome
By Patrick Johnston PERTH (Reuters) - The British and Irish Lions kick off their Australian tour in chilly Perth on Wednesday against a Western Force side promising a hot reception that...
The Ashes 2013 David Gower stokes fires by describing feral Australia as a country with no culture
Former England captain stokes the fires ahead of Ashes by describing Aussies as having "animal mentality".        
David Gower guilty of lazy stereotyping in attack on Australian culture Kevin Mitchell
Former England captain makes the same mistake as Jeremy Clarkson in assuming cliches to be true in his pre-Ashes 'sledge' David Gower, his friends say, is the master of whimsy. Indeed, on a good day, he is as entertaining an English pundit as Australia's Richie Benaud, another comic minimalist, has ...
David Gower describes Australia as a country with no culture
• Former England captain stokes fires ahead of Ashes summer • Says players and fans have 'a certain animal mentality' Former England captain David Gower has stoked the fires ahead of this summer's Ashes by describing Australia as a country with no culture and their cricketers of having an "animal ...
David Gower blasts feral Australians
David Gower has fired the first salvo ahead of the Ashes by mocking Australia for their lack of ‘culture' and accusing their cricketers of having an ‘animal mentality'.
David Gower says Australia has no culture and their cricketers have an animal mentality
Former England captain David Gower has stoked the fires ahead of this summer's Ashes by describing Australia as a country with no culture and their cricketers of having an "animal mentality".        
Australia to limit betting ads in sports
The Australian government has decided to cut down gambling advertisements and the broadcasting of live odds during television coverage of all sports, including cricket, in response to the blurring line between commentators and bookmakers
David Attenborough cancels Australia tour after heart surgery
LONDON (Reuters) - Veteran nature show presenter David Attenborough underwent emergency heart surgery in London on Tuesday to insert a pacemaker, forcing him to cancel a sell-out tour of Australia next week. Attenborough, 87, known for his wildlife documentaries, was due to visit Canberra, Perth, Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne on ...
Attenborough cancels Australian tour
Naturalist Sir David Attenborough cancels a tour of Australia that was scheduled to begin next week in order to have heart surgery in London.
David Attenborough forced to undergo emergency heart surgery and get pacemaker fitted as he cancels Australia tour
Veteran wildlife presenter Sir David Attenborough, 87, is undergoing surgery in London today on the urgent advice of his cardiologist.
Kate Middleton Duchess Of Cambridge Hoax Call Horror As Australian DJ Michael Christian Given Top Award
The Prank Was Widely Condemend Following The Death Of Nurse Jacintha Saldahna
Horror As Kate Middleton Hoax Caller Australian DJ Michael Christian Given Top Award
The Prank Was Widely Condemend Following The Death Of Nurse Jacintha Saldahna
Sir Clive Woodward says Lions are being treated with contempt by Australians
The British and Irish Lions will line up for their first warm-up match on Australian soil on Wednesday morning and face a Western Force squad that includes seven players who have never even played Super Rugby before.
UNPRECEDENTED LIVE UNDERWATER BROADCAST FROM AustraliaS GREAT BARRIER REEF
QUEENSLAND, Australia -- For the first time ever, audiences from around the world will get a rare, live view of the wonders and marine life of Australia's Great Barrier Reef from a team of divers lead ...
Australia sitting on potential shale gas jackpot but more regulation needed study
Australian researchers say the country is sitting on a potential shale gas bonanza but more environmental assessment and proper regulation are needed to develop the industry.
Scott to defend Australian Masters title
Major winner Adam Scott will defend his Australian Masters title this year, attempting to join boyhood idol Greg Norman as the only player to win it back-to-back, organisers said Tuesday.
Golf Adam Scott to defend Australian Masters title
Major winner Adam Scott will defend his Australian Masters title this year, attempting to join boyhood idol Greg Norman as the only player to win it back-to-back.
Golf Scott to defend Australian Masters title
Major winner Adam Scott will defend his Australian Masters title this year, attempting to join boyhood idol Greg Norman as the only player to win it back-to-back, organisers said Tuesday.
Scott confirms hell defend Australian Masters
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Masters champion Adam Scott will attempt to become only the second man to win back-to-back Australian Masters titles after agreeing to play the tournament at Royal Melbourne in November. Six-time champion Greg Norman remains the only player to have successfully defended the Australian Masters title. Scott ...
McDonalds continues its dominance of the Australian fast food market
Revenues within the Australian fast food market have been forecast to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.5% over the next five years, reaching a total of 14.2 billion in 2017-18. .......
Japan Australia Betting Preview Determined Socceroos can prove a point
Alberto Zaccheroni's men need just one point to ensure their qualification for World Cup 2014 but our tipster believes that Holger Osiek's side will push them all the way here
Leonardo DiCaprio Covers GQ Australia Reveals Directing Would Make Him Obsessive
American actor Leonardo DiCaprio looked classy as he graced the cover of GQ magazine's Australia edition.
Snooker White misses out on Australia
Jimmy White's bid to reach the Australian Goldfields Open ended with a 5-1 defeat to Ben Woollaston in qualifying.
Snooker Australian Open qualifying results
Results from the fist round of qualifying for the Australian Open snooker tournament.
Australia pace attack reveal their class against West Indies
Pace attack led by Mitchell Starc showed its class against West Indies in Cardiff.        
Australia suffer triple injury blow
Australia suffer three more squad withdrawals with the first Test against the British & Irish Lions only three weeks away.
Rugby British and Irish Lions and Australia squads
Squads for the British and Irish Lions' tour of Australia.
Snooker Paul Davison starts Australian Goldfields Open qualification
POTTER Paul Davison is hoping the prospect of a trip down under can ignite his new snooker season challenge.
Snooker White Drago through in Australian qualifiers
Round-up: Jimmy White navigated the penultimate round of qualifying with a 5-3 win over Yu Delu in Gloucester.
South Australian pre budget announcements target training and police
The South Australian Government has targeted training programs in a pre-budget announcement of $27 million more funding for its Skills for All program. Workers from across Adelaide's northern suburbs were ...
Pinks Australia Tour Breaks Melbourne Venue Record
Pink's upcoming tour of Australia is officially a record-breaker. The pop superstar's "The Truth About Love Tour" of Australia has swelled to 46...
British and Irish Lions tour of Australia Arrogant Mike Phillips tightens his grip as domination goes on
There are times when Mike Phillips states frankly that he is the best scrum-half in the sport, and times when he reins back a little and merely suggests that he might be in the top one. Arrogance? The farmer's son from Bancyfelin would prefer to call it self-confidence. Either way, ...
Watson leads Australia to victory
Shane Watson's 135 carried Australia to a four-wicket win over the West Indies in Cardiff in a warm-up for the ICC's Champions Trophy tournament.
Is the Australian Dollar the Canary in the Coal Mine for the S and P 500 where
Summary : The Australian Dollar has tumbled despite record-highs in the S&P 500. Is the Aussie currency the canary in the coal mine, and does it point to a big S&P pullback?
ReelzChannel Acquires Canadian Australian Doc JFK The Smoking Gun
Discovery Canada and SBS in Australia have also picked up the two-hour special to mark the 50th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's assassination in November 2013. read more        
Champions Trophy flashback When Tendulkar downed Australia in Dhaka
On October 24, 1998 the Australians were knocked out of the inaugural tournament by a superb all-round show from Sachin Tendulkar, who hit 141 and took 4 for 38.
Michael Clarke says Australia are not focused on the Ashes at this stage
• Tourists are concentrating on the Champions Trophy for now • Captain plays down any talk of a Ricky Ponting comeback The Australians are here – in the Welsh capital – and Michael Clarke, their captain, was prepared to use the A word. He has been around for a while. ...
Canon Australia appoints Vivien Lee as consumer marketing GM
Canon Australia has appointed a new GM of consumer marketing for its imaging business. Having just launched its largest ever consumer marketing campaign, ‘No one sees it like you', last month, Lee's focus will be on building the brand as a leader in marketing innovation and consumer engagement. She joins ...
Jermaine Jackson Looking To Form Modern Day Australian Version Of The Jackson 5
Jermaine Jackson has admitted that he is currently on a pursuit to find five Australian musicians to form a modern day Jackson 5. Jackson believes that there is a gap in the market for an all singing, dancing, and musical act, stating, "You just don't see the kind of band ...
Sydstart Founder Australias Startup Ecosystem Cant Be the Biggest But Can Be the Best Connected
I had the opportunity recently to catch up with Pete Cooper , the founder of Australian startup conference Sydstart , to find out more about the event, its evolution, and what's next. The Sydstart 2013 ...
Clemenger wins Tourism Australia
Clemenger BBDO has ousted DDB as global creative agency for Tourism Australia. Digital agency DT, part of STW, has won the digital creative services tender. The account is one of the most prestigious and high profile accounts in Australia. "Tourism is a high volume business for the Australian economy and ...
The drive for football to be king in Australia
The symbolism of the name for the beautiful game is intertwined with the sport's place within the sporting landscape The Guardian is in town , and already it seems embroiled in everybody's favourite etymological debate: is the beautiful game called "football" or "soccer"? As the Guardian unveiled its Australian website ...
King Kong musical to open in Australia with 20 foot tall star
Some people think "Spider Man: Turn Off the Dark" was the worst disaster ever to hit a New York City stage, but the problem-plagued musical's balky machinery, injured flying actors and bruised egos in 2011 were nothing compared to what happened when King Kong made his Big Apple debut.   ...
Chill breeze of politics stills Australian renewables
By Rob Taylor BUNGENDORE, Australia (Reuters) - On a line of low hills standing sentinel beside a dry lake bed near Australia's capital, giant turbines turning slowly in a chill winter breeze give no hint of a multi-billion-dollar storm building around renewable energy. Infigen Energy's Capital Windfarm, built five years ...
England v New Zealand Steven Finn sends out a warning sign to Australia at Headingley in run up to the Ashes
Fast bowler bounces back to form by claiming three important wickets at top of the New Zealand order. Simon Hughes reports.        
Tennis Australian Kyrgios tames nerves to claim Stepanek scalp
Too young to share a locker room with the established pros, Australian teenager Nick Kyrgios served a series of bullets from his sizeable frame to beat tour
Australian Kyrgios tames nerves to claim Stepanek scalp
By Toby Davis PARIS (Reuters) - Too young to share a locker room with the established pros, Australian teenager Nick Kyrgios served a series of bullets from his sizeable frame to beat tour stalwart Radek Stepanek at the French Open on Monday. Kyrgios, only 18 years old but already a ...
French Open Australian Kyrgios tames nerves to claim Stepanek scalp
Australian teenager Nick Kyrgios served a series of bullets to beat tour stalwart Radek Stepanek at the French Open.
Tennis Australian Kyrgios tames nerves to claim Stepanek scalp
By Toby Davis PARIS, May 27 (Reuters) - Too young to share a locker room with the established pros, Australian teenager Nick Kyrgios served a series of bullets from his sizeable frame to beat tour stalwart Radek Stepanek at the French Open on Monday. Kyrgios, only 18 years old but ...
Australia to end live betting odds during sports PM
Australia will ban the broadcast of betting odds during live sports matches under new rules unveiled Sunday designed to keep the watching of sport on television separate from the promotion of gambling.
After 88 Years Ford Stops Making Cars In Australia
1925 was a pretty big year. It saw the birth of John DeLorean, Paul Newman, Johnny Carson, and Dick Van Dyke. F. Scott Fitzgerald published The Great Gatsby in 1925, and Adolf Hitler published Mein Kampf. And in Australia, Ford Motor Company began building Model Ts for eager drivers. Today, ...
Australia are underdogs in Ashes says Clarke
Australia are rightly underdogs for the upcoming Ashes series in England but will do everything they can to bring the coveted urn back home, skipper Michael Clarke said on Wednesday. There was more talk of aspiration than expectation as the Australia squad officially bid farewell to the country in a ...
Australia In Byron Bay beach meets boho
Outdoor adventurers and spiritual seekers alike always find something to love in and around Byron Bay. BYRON BAY, Australia — My face flushed cherry red and my sweat-soaked sundress clung to my body. I stood, elated, on a wooden platform at the summit of Mt. Warning, a jagged peak in ...
Made in Australia loved by the world
May 22, 2013, 3 p.m. Footy takes all shapes and sizes to play and, more evidently in recent times, players can come from all sorts of diverse cultures. The beauty of it is that it's accessible for all who want to play. It's not an elitist sport or discriminatory.
Australia PWAQ Rise of the Warriors 7 Results and News
Night 1 Results 1. Drop Bear def. Thomas Hockley 2. Linx Lewis Junior def. Xavier Black [Round 1 - Bracket A] 3. Kobra Jones def. Jack Nova [Round 1 - Bracket D] 4. Joel Bateman def.
Marjorie Bligh Australian Dame Edna inspiration has new book on being perfect housewife by Danielle Wood
Tasmania's Marjorie Bligh has tips on clearing possums from the ceiling, smudging cheeks with beetroot instead of rouge, using spent matchstick nubs during eyebrow liner emergencies.
Meet Sierra an Australian Shepard mix who is the NBC 6 Pet of the Week
Erica Callais, from the Pet Education Project, joins us each Tuesday to show off the NBC Pet of the Week. Today's pet is Sierra, a nine month-old Australian Shepard mix.
Surrey residents convicted of trying to smuggle ecstasy from Vancouver to Australia
Two Surrey residents have been convicted of attempting to smuggle ecstasy to Australia through Vancouver Airport three years ago.
Australias most botoxed celebs
A SYDNEY cosmetic physician has produced a list of Australia's top ten most Botoxed celebrities and comprises of both men and women.
Minister to visit Japan and Australia
Energy and Resources and Labour Minister Simon Bridges leaves for Japan today where he will address the annual Nikkei Forum and meet with business and political leaders.
Bridges to visit Japan and Australia
Energy and Resources and Labour Minister Simon Bridges leaves for Japan today where he will address the annual Nikkei Forum and meet with business and political leaders.
Reivers call up Australian Lojszczyk
REIVERS selectors have called up the fast bowler Peter Lojszczyk for today's LiveSport.co.uk Pro Series match with the Highlanders, writes William Dick.
The Ashes 2013 England will whitewash panicking Australia 5 0 says bullish Sir Ian Botham
Sir Ian Botham has predicted that England will beat Australia 5-0 in this summer's Ashes series        
Family joins search in Australias Gold Coast
Family members joined a frantic search Tuesday for a Canadian man with survival training missing for more than a week in Australia's Gold Coast region.
Pedestrian killed and two bank customers injured after car ploughs through Australian shopping centre wall
The 72-year-old pedestrian was walking through the car park when he was hit by the out-of-control Mercedes sedan that then became embedded in the ANZ branch in Adelaide.
Australian singers reunited for Welwyn Garden City concert
TWO Australian singers will be teaming up for a special performance in Welwyn Garden City this weekend.
Australian singers reunite for Welwyn Garden City concert
TWO Australian singers will be teaming up for a special performance in Welwyn Garden City this weekend.
Feature Cloud Control and quot I dont really know how popular we are in Australia anymore and quot
Cloud Control frontman Alistair Wright channeled Roy Orbison and the Beastie Boys to make a more "playful" second album.
Alan Jackson announces return to Australia
US country singer Alan Jackson will play a limited number of arena shows and headline CMC Rocks and Deni Ute Muster when he returns to Australia.
Kling on to King Kong Australian stunt artist hangs on for dear life 300m above Melbourne for new tourist show
Fortunately for the population of Melbourne, the vertigo-enducing image is a publicity stunt for a new musical production of King Kong, which open's next month.
Over Already where Demi Moores Love Interest Will Hanigan Flies To Australia Admits Their Relationship Is and SNO 145 Complicated
He previously admitted they'd become "close," but 10,000 miles now separate Demi Moore and her latest love interest, commercial diver Will Hanigan, amid rumors their relationship is already kaput. "You… READ ON
Leo pulls out of Australian Gatsby premiere
Leonardo DiCaprio will not attend this week's Australian premiere of Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby.
Australia captain Michael Clarke insists he will be fit for Ashes
• Clarke plays down fears over back and hamstring problems • Says Australia have been working hard after India drubbing Michael Clarke is confident he will be fit to lead Australia in next month's Champions Trophy followed by back-to-back Ashes series against England after completing a two-week training camp in ...
Australian paparazzo defends himself after Joel Madden altercation
Australia's most-notorious paparazzo has defended himself after a lunchtime altercation with rocker-turned-TV personality Joel Madden.
Julie Andrews to tour Australia for the first time
British musical star Julie Andrews is set to make her first visit to Australia after seven decades in show business.
Julie Andrews tours Australia for the first time
British musical star Julie Andrews is set to make her first visit to Australia after seven decades in show business.
Australia Horse Industry Sues Government Over 2007 Flu
Australian horse owners, trainers and racing clubs sued the federal government, claiming its negligence caused a 2007 equine influenza outbreak that devastated the industry.
Gillard Fights History of Australia Rebounds From Poll Deficits
Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard, accustomed to prevailing against the political odds, has history stacked against her quest for re-election.
US Britain Australia unveil tax haven probe
The United States, Britain and Australia announced a joint effort Friday to expose tax dodgers with an investigation of a massive cache of bank account data from tax havens that was leaked to the authorities.
Australian French operatic tenor Albert Lance dies
Renowned Australian tenor Lance Ingram, who went by the stage name Albert Lance and made his mark in France, has died at the age of 86, his biographer said Thursday.
Australia delays promised budget surplus as election looms
By James Grubel CANBERRA (Reuters) - Australia's struggling Labor government on Tuesday used the last budget before national elections to delay a long-promised return to surplus, blaming a stubbornly high Australian dollar and lower commodity prices for a dramatic fall in revenues. With polls pointing to a solid defeat for ...
Miranda Kerr Is Sexy in Sheer Dress on Marie Claire Australia Cover
Looks like the sexy cutout trend is here to stay! Miranda Kerr stuns in a LBD with what is possibly the most peekaboo paneling we've ever seen on a single garment on the June 2013...
Shock in Australia at McLaughlin conviction
Investigators in the death of an Australian teenager are shocked his killer has done it again in New Zealand.
Australias Swan Eschews EU Style Austerity
May 15 (Bloomberg) -- Bloomberg's Paul Allen reports on Australia's budget deficit. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's "First Up." (Source: Bloomberg)
Australias Dollar Is in Every Bubble FX Concepts Taylor Says
Australia's dollar, which fell below parity against its U.S. peer last week for the first time since June 2012, remains overvalued after a commodity boom, according to John Taylor, founder of currency-hedge fund FX Concepts LLC.
Ellyse Perry named Australias most marketable athlete
Who do you think is Australia's most marketable athlete? Tim Cahill? Mark Webber? Cadel Evans? Michael Clarke? Nope – it's Ellyse Perry.
Finalists and Judges Announced For The 2013 Australians In Film Heath Ledger Scholarship
LOS ANGELES, May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Australians in Film (AiF) has announced the fifteen finalists for the prestigious 2013 AiF HEATH LEDGER SCHOLARSHIP . The winning recipients of the fifth annual ...
Pitt coming to Australia for zombie flick
Brad Pitt is coming Down Under - not for the long-rumoured 20,000 Leagues , but to promote his troubled zombie film World War Z .        
Brad Pitt coming to Australia
BRAD Pitt will visit Australia this June for the premiere of zombie movie World War Z.
Kiwis tighter than Australians on wedding costs
New Zealanders tend to spend less than Australians on tying the knot, wedding planners say.
David Camerons head of strategy sues Australian minister for libel
Lynton Crosby takes Australia's defence procurment minister, Mike Kelly, to court over tweet The prime minister's head of strategy, Lynton Crosby, is "heading down the path of a famous defamation case" and into further controversy over a libel case he is pursuing against an Australian defence minister concerning a tweet. ...
Western Australian Road Racing returns to Barbagallo this Sunday
The long awaited return for WA motorcycle road racing happens this Sunday May 19th at Barbagallo Raceway Wanneroo. The 2013 Weld West State Championship Series opening round will see 110 solo competitors and 10 sidecar teams take to the track to commence battle for championship titles. There are many new ...
Australia Affirms F 35 Purchases Seeks U.S. China Balance
Australia is committing to buying 100 F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, the Pentagon's most expensive weapons system, as the nation released its long-term defense strategy that seeks to balance competing interests of the U.S. and China in the Asia-Pacific.
Australian singer songwriter Paul Kelly takes a stand for the album readies US tour
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Paul Kelly likes to graze for songs on Spotify as much as any fan. But as he released new music for the first time in five years, he decided to take a stand for the album.
Ahead of U.S. Tour Australian Singer Paul Kelly Opens Up on and SNO 145 Spring and Fall
Paul Kelly likes to graze for songs on Spotify as much as any fan. But as he released new music for the first time in five years, he decided to take...
Swimming Australia team for Barcelona world championship
The Australia team named on Friday to compete in the world swimming championship in Barcelona from July 19 to August 4:
Lions 2013 Meet Billy the fearsome mascot who will terrify Australia just dont call him cuddly
It took the Lions staff more than 18 months to source a mascot with a suitably fierce expression. Seriously.        
Rolf Harris abused me in my teens says woman in Australia
British detectives have interviewed a second woman in Australia in connection with sex abuse claims against Rolf Harris. She claims the entertainer sexually assaulted her when she was a teenager living in the UK.
Australians Abroad Hollands Austria Vienna on cusp of Austrian title
Sham Majid compiles Goal.com's comprehensive Australians Abroad round-up for this week, from the UK and Europe to Asia and the Americas
Sailing famously with Australian Ballet
CLASSICAL ballet dancer Chengwu Guo has taken another giant leap in his career, becoming the Australian Ballet's newest senior artist.
USA Singapore Canada Australia Ireland India So. Africa Brazil Finland UK Mexico Italy France Belgium .
New Media Films from USA, Singapore, Canada, Australia, Ireland, India, South Africa, Switzerland, Brazil, Finland, UK, Mexico, Italy France, Belgium Denmark and Spain round out a spectacular screening program for 4th Annual New Media Film Festival June 11 & 12, 2013 in Los Angeles. (PRWeb May 10, 2013) Read the ...
Australia doesnt like Boomtown Rats
POOR ticket sales for the recently reformed Boomtown Rats mean Sir Bob Geldof won't be playing in Australia any time soon.
Renee Geyer to Swing across Australia
After releasing her first big band record, Australian singer Renee Geyer will perform in the country's four biggest cities.
Justin Timberlake to tour Australia
Justin Timberlake has announced his first world tour in six years and will bring The 20/20 Experience to Australia in 2014.        
Weve Grown Close Demi Moore Romancing Australian Toy Boy Will Hannigan
Star Is Even Becoming A Yoga Instructor
Chart topper where Beats by Dr. Dre Pill Bluetooth speaker gets Australian release
Beats Electronics has released the new Beats by Dr. Dre Pill, an innovative, portable, wireless speaker with built-in, patented Beats Audio. The new speaker will be distributed by Ingram Micro Mobility (formerly Brightpoint), a division of Ingram Micro.
Demi Moore Dating Hunky Australian Cub and SNO 145 She Loves Getting Attention From Young Men Says Pal
Demi Moore is currently dating a hunky, young Australian guy, who shares in yoga sessions with the 50-year-old Ghost star, and RadarOnline.com has exclusive details surrounding their month-long relationship. In… READ ON
Australias top hackers uncovered in tournament
Telstra and Defence give students a hacking challenge - with rewards.        
Australias top hackers uncovered
Telstra and Defence give students a hacking challenge - with rewards.        
Britain US Australia join forces to hunt tax evaders
LONDON, May 9 (Reuters) - A joint effort by Britain, the United States and Australia to track down those concealing wealth via offshore tax structures, has helped identify over 100 individuals already, ...
Australias Central Bank Could Slash Rates To 2.0 percentage By 2014 Westpac
Australia's central bank will likely continue cutting interest rates over the next year, slashing its benchmark rate by a further three quarters of a percentage point to 2% by early 2014, according to Westpac, one of the country's biggest banks.
Tennis Australia seeks new coach for Bernard Tomic as Drouet offers details
As new details emerge about John Tomic's alleged assault on his son's hitting partner, Thomas Drouet, Tennis Australia is already working to provide Bernard Tomic the support he needs as he prepares for the French Open. That support includes bringing in a new coach in the event his father is ...
Australia can upset England Hayden
Former Australia batsman Matthew Hayden says the current team can beat England in the Ashes despite being underdogs.
Daft Punk top Australias singles chart
Daft Punk has climbed a place from a No.2 debut last week to claim the ARIA Singles Chart crown.
Australia media players urge Tomic to dump dad
SYDNEY (AFP) - Australian media and former players Tuesday urged the country's top-ranked tennis star Bernard Tomic to dump his father as coach after he was accused of headbutting his son's training partner.
Tennis Australia media players urge Tomic to dump dad
Australian media and former players Tuesday urged the country's top-ranked tennis star Bernard Tomic to dump his father as coach after he was accused of headbutting his son's training partner.
Folk legend Joan Baez to tour Australia
It's been more than 25 years but folk legend and civil rights activist Joan Baez returns to Australia in August for six concerts.
Jesuits provide papal connection to Australia
Jorge Mario Bergoglio was the first Pope to take the name Francis and he was the first Jesuit.        
Alan Richardson Australians have plenty of problems to solve.
THE Australians revealed their touring party for this summer's Ashes series last week, and it looks like they've some big issues which need resolving.Looking at the squad, I don't believe they know who is in their best top six to take on England.Even Shane Warne has said that England's best ...
Rugby Lions must get blend right to conquer Australia
By Mitch Phillips LONDON, April 30 (Reuters) - It is no coincidence that so few British and Irish Lions teams return home with series victories as the challenge of blending players from four countries in a few short weeks to take on established test sides on home soil is immense. ...
RugbyU Lions squad for tour of Australia
The British and Irish 2013 Lions squad announced on Tuesday for the upcoming tour of Australia:
Sylvester Stallone Chooses Australian Director for Expendables 3
Patrick Hughes must still win approval from the heads of Millennium, the company behind the action movie series. read more        
This Week in Australia May 3 2013
What's been making news in Australia this week?
Rolf Harris sex abuse detectives travel to Australia
British police investigating entertainer Rolf Harris have interviewed a woman in Australia.
Rolf Harris sex abuse claims Scotland Yard detectives interview witness Lauren Martell in Australia
The woman was named as 43-year-old Lauren Martell who lives in the Wisemans Ferry district, north west of Sydney. Mrs Martell does not claim she is the victim of any offence - she is alleging that she is a witness.
London awaits Australia the exhibition
Are Australia's greatest works of art really world standard, or are they just "good, for Australia"?        
Actors hope to leave Australia
Some of Australia's top young TV actors are hoping to leave Australia and make it big in Hollywood.
These Lions for Australia should be roaring with a Welsh accent Eddie Butler
The British & Irish Lions selection parlour game will be settled on Tuesday but my wildcard bolter for the Test XV is a belter The last phase of the playing process is all but over. Those players who missed the Six Nations have had their chance to come into contention ...
Sex abuse inquiry visits Australia
Detectives investigating allegations of sexual abuse following the Jimmy Savile scandal have visited Australia as part of their inquiries, Scotland Yard has confirmed.
Australian MP wants to wed Prince Harry
An Australian MP joked she was keen to marry Britain's Prince Harry after the royal succession legislation was passed in
The Eye Of The Storm film review Geoffrey Rush Judy Davis and Charlotte Rampling star in this Australian family .
Australian filmmaker Fred Schepisi is a sturdy helmsman for this tale of family dysfunction, resentment and longed-for, hard-fought inheritance.
British and Irish Lions 2013 Squad will be warned about use of social media while on tour of Australia
British and Irish Lions tour manager Andy Irvine has confirmed there will be a social media protocol for players to follow on this summer's Australia tour.        
British and Irish Lions Tour 2013 Warren Gatland opts for power in squad to take on Australia
The Chinese whispers didn't stop until the first name was read out on Tuesday morning, when Lions tour manager Andy Irvine finally put an end to months of speculation with a roll-call of 37 players to take on Australia.
Cyndi Lauper announces Australian tour
US singer Cyndi Lauper will perform her debut solo album, She's So Unusual, in its entirety when she tours Australia later this year.
Salvation Jane cafe and bar review A little bit of Australia in Shoreditch
"A little bit of Australia in Shoreditch" is how this laid-back cafe/ bar on City Road pitches itself.
Tip from Australian police leads to arrest of and SNO 145 pedophile
Advance Options Attach image:  No A 65-YEAR-OLD Australian national said he only gave money to minors he met in the streets because he felt sorry for them. But one of Keith Robert Hutton's alleged victims said in her sworn statement that he offered her P1,000 to have sex with him. ...
Detectives flew to Australia to investigate Rolf Harris sex abuse claims
Channel Seven said that at least two Scotland Yard detectives flew to Australia in late March as part of their investigations into the allegations against 83-year-old Harris.
UK police visited Australia in Rolf probe
Detectives investigating allegations against Rolf Harris have reportedly visited Australia as part of their inquiries.
Probe into Harris claims comes to Australia
FIRST ON 7: Seven News can reveal the British investigation into allegations against legendary entertainer Rolf Harris has come to Australia.
Sun surf and viticulture Adelaide proves to be the perfect blend of Australian highlights
From vineyards and a Mediterranean climate to sweeping beaches that would make the stars of Home and Away weep with envy, Adelaide is South Australia's best-kept secret, says Etan Smallman.
Warburton to lead Lions in Australia
SAM Warburton has been named British and Irish Lions captain for this summer's tour of Hong Kong and Australia. There are no places among the 37-man squad announced by Lions manager Andy Irvine in London today for England skipper Chris Robshaw or 2003 World Cup hero Jonny Wilkinson.
Rugby British and Irish Lions squad for Australia tour
British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland named the following 37-man squad on Tuesday for this year's tour of Australia.
British and Irish Lions squad 2013 Jonny Wilkinson misses out on tour of Australia
Wales star Sam Warburton has been named British and Irish Lions captain for this summer's tour of Hong Kong and Australia.        
Even After Daughters Support Marriage Equality Australian Opposition Leader Abbott is Against It
Even after his daughters came out publicly for marriage equality, Australian opposition leater Tony Abbott is sticking to his guns. Pink News reports :
Australia Court Allows Horse Sex Rules Challenger Appeal
An Australian judge allowed a proponent of artificial insemination to breed thoroughbred racehorses to appeal a ruling upholding an international ban, overruling objections to the late filing of the challenge.
Sylvester Stallone Names Australian Director as Expendables 3 Helmer
The Barney Ross depicter in the 'Expendables' film franchise has announced on Twitter that ' Red Hill ' director Patrick Hughes is set to direct the third film.
British and Irish Lions 2013 Wales aim to have final word against Australia as sledging starts
James Corrigan Six Nations winners keen to show their poor record against Australia will not be a factor in Lions tour.        
Russell Crowe attends Australian remembrance service
Hollywood actor Russell Crowe attended a dawn service of remembrance in Australia on Thursday.
Cat ladies take over the Australian Christian Lobby domain
An Australian Christian Lobby domain name has been snapped up and turned into a Web site for the Australian Cat Ladies. [Read more]    
Australian scientists map mouse brains in greatest detail yet
Hopes for a cure for many brain diseases may rest on the humble mouse, now that scientists can map the rodents' brains more thoroughly than ever before.
Research and Markets Computer aided Engineering Market in Australia 2012 2016 with Dassault Systemes SA CD adapco .
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Computer-aided Engineering Market in Australia 2012-2016" report to their offering.
RugbyL Australian Rugby League sees dollor 40m surplus
The Australian Rugby League Commission is counting on a record financial surplus of Aus$40 million ($41 million) this year, much of which will be invested into the sport.
Titanic Entrepreneur Palmer to Run for Australian Parliament
Clive Palmer, the Australian entrepreneur planning to build a replica of the Titanic, will set up a new political party and run for parliament, pledging to boost employment as a strong currency curbs the economy.
Australia to deploy warship to join U.S. fleet in Japan
Sydney, Apr. 26 (Xinhua-ANI): Australia will deploy a guided- missile frigate, HMAS Sydney, to join the U.S. 7th Fleet in Japan at a time of heightened tensions on the Korean peninsula and in the South China Sea, according to The Australian on Friday.
Hands off and quot Game of Thrones and quot says U.S. ambassador to Australians
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Taking to Facebook, the U.S. ambassador to Australia is urging Australians to cease their illegal downloads of "Game of Thrones", saying that they are among the world's worst pirates of the wildly popular medieval television drama. In a post titled "Stopping the Game of Clones", Jeffrey Bleich ...
Hands off and SNO 145 Game of Thrones says US ambassador to Australians
SYDNEY, April 26 — Taking to Facebook, the US ambassador to Australia is urging Australians to cease their illegal downloads of "Game of Thrones", saying that they are among the world's worst pirates of the wildly popular medieval television drama. In a post titled "Stopping the Game of Clones", Jeffrey ...
Image Fires in Victoria Australia
There are a number of fires burning in Victoria, Australia and smoke and heat signatures were captured from them by the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) instrument that flies aboard NASA's Aqua satellite. The image was taken on April 9, 2013 at 04:35 UTC (12:35 a.m. EDT). The smoke plumes ...
Carmen Opera Australias new harbour side production
Opera Australia's new production of the Bizet's Carmen is performed in the open air as part of Handa Opera on the Harbour.
Harry not joining Australian army palace
A royal spokeswoman says there are no plans for Prince Harry to spend six months on assignment with the Australian army.
Prince Harry wont be deployed to Australia
Prince Harry will not deployed to Australia to spend six months with the Australian army, St. James' Palace has confirmed.
Palace denies Prince Harry joining Australian army
British royal officials on Thursday dismissed media reports that Prince Harry is to spend six months on assignment to the Australian army.
Chrissy one of Australias best
At one of her low ebbs a couple of years ago, Chrissy Amphlett told fellow musician Rick Grossman: "Nobody remembers me in Australia". Her close friend of more than 30 years, who played bass with Divinyls from 1982-87 before joining Hoodoo Gurus, could barely hide his surprise. "You're joking," Grossman replied.
Lights camera costume Hollywood Costume exhibition opens at The Australian Centre for the Moving Image
Items featured in the exhibition include: Marilyn Monroe's sequined dress from Some Like It Hot (1959); the ‘little black dress' worn by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961); the original Superman costume worn by Christopher Reeve (1978); and the high-tech Batman suit from The Dark Knight Rises (2012).
Australian Davis Cup team fined for protesting grotty unreasonable conditions in Uzbekistan
The ITF fined the Australian Davis Cup team $10,000 for skipping the official dinner in Uzbekistan earlier this month to protest the unsanitary and unreasonable accommodations provided by the host country.
Smart Tweezers LCR meter Finally Finds Its Way to Australia
Amatek Design from Sydney, Australia signs an agreement with Siborg Systems Inc to distribute a popular Smart Tweezers LCR-meter in AustraliaSydney, Australia (PRWEB) March 26, 2013 Waterloo, Ontario based Siborg Systems Inc and Sydney, Australia based Amatek Design signed an agreement to promote Smart Tweezers LCR-meter in Australia and neighboring ...
Sports Australia government cuts funding for swimmers athletes
MELBOURNE, April 22 (Reuters) - The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has taken the razor to the country's elite swimming programme in the wake of the Olympic team's flop at the London Games and a number of scathing reports into its management. Swimming remains Australia's top-funded sport but will have its ...
Swimming Australian government cuts funding for swimmers athletes
The Australian Sports Commission has taken the razor to the country's elite swimming programme in the wake of the Olympic flop.
Australia takes axe to swimming funding
Australia's elite swimming programme hit with funding cuts after a poor London Games campaign as other sports benefit.
Australia govt cuts funding for swimmers athletes
MELBOURNE - The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has taken the razor to the country's elite swimming program in the wake of the Olympic team's flop at the London Games and a number of scathing reports into its management.
Australia Ashes squad their worst ever 5 0 here we come says Paul Newman
Is that it, Australia? Is that all you have got? First impressions upon looking at the group of cricketers tasked with winning back the Ashes is that England will never have had it so good.
Watson resigns as Australian vice captain
Shane Watson pre-empts the selectors by resigning as Australian vice-captain.
Greg Norman hails Australias golfers after Masters success
Former world number one Greg Norman believes fellow Australian Adam Scott can use his Masters victory to propel his career to even greater heights.
The Masters 2013 Adam Scott will win more majors says Greg Norman on proud day for Australia
Greg Norman pays tribute to compatriot Adam Scott after his Masters victory and says he can be the best Australian golfer of all time.        
The Masters 2013 Greg Norman backs fellow Australian Adam Scott to win more majors
Former world number one Greg Norman believes fellow Australian Adam Scott can use his Masters victory to propel his career to even greater heights.        
Australian police arrest alleged leader of LulzSec hacking group
Australian Federal Police arrest man who reportedly called himself the leader of the hacking group, which has been the target of recent prosecution after a brief hacking run in 2011. [Read more]    
Rainbow rebellion in Australia after and quot gay and quot crossing torn up
By Michael Sin SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australians have taken to the streets to create rainbows with colorful chalk in protest after a rainbow pedestrian crossing in Sydney's main gay district was removed as a safety hazard, despite calls to retain it as a statement of gay pride. Sydney's annual Mardi ...
Australians rejoice after Scotts Masters victory
The roar that followed Adam Scott's Masters-winning putt at Augusta National could only be heard on the television broadcast so many thousand miles away on Australia's east coast.
Australians rejoice after Scotts Masters victory Quincy Herald Whig Illinois and Missouri News Sports
(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel). Adam Scott, left, of Australia, is congratulated by Angel Cabrera, of Argentina, after making a birdie putt on the second playoff hole to win the Masters golf tournament Sunday, April 14, 2013, in Augusta, Ga.
Martha Wainwright to tour Australia
Singer-songwriter Martha Wainwright will be touring her third album, Come Home to Mama, across Australia in May and June.
Opera Australias vast collection has a new home
Opera Australia will now have a place to house its vast collection of performance material after striking a deal with the Arts Centre in Melbourne.
Australian man set to plead guilty to Jill Meagher murder
Adrian Bayley (41) previously pleaded not guilty to murder and not guilty to two charges of raping the Drogheda woman
Don McLean to tour Australia in August
It will be hello, hello Don McLean as the singer most famous for his classic hit American Pie tours all six states and the ACT in August.
Wax Nicole Kidman and celeb waxworks gang celebrate Madame Tussauds 1st birthday in Australia with Sydney Harbour party
Waxworks from Australia's Madame Tussaud's gathered yesterday in the hot sun at Sydney Harbour to celebrate a year since Madame Tussaud's opened Down Under.
Navy buys helicopters rejected by Australia
The Navy is to get eight new Seasprite helicopters that were originally built for the Australians.
Why Fall Out Boy love Australia
US punk-pop stars Fall Out Boy have credited Melbourne for restoring their health.
Leaders of the North American Shale Boom Headline DUG Australia
HOUSTON -- Richard Stoneburner, Gary Evans, and Bruce H. Vincent will share their perspectives at Hart Energy's DUG Australia conference and exhibition, Aug. 27-29, 2013, in Brisbane's Royal International ...
George Michael spends two months in Australian rehab
'Careless Whisper' singer reportedly treated for emotional anxiety issues        
George Michael returns to London after staying in £27 000 a week rehab clinic in Australia
GEORGE Michael has allegedly been residing in a £27,000 a week rehab clinic in Australia for the last two months.        
A bust for Boomtown Rats in Australia
Three Australian concerts by Bob Geldof's newly re-formed Boomtown Rats have been cancelled, while gigs in Sydney and Perth are still scheduled.
Boomtown Rats Reunion Tour Stumbles In Australia
Bob Geldof's Boomtown Rats reunion tour has hit a stumbling block - music fans in Australia don't seem to be interested.A string of shows planned for...
CARTY Redemption for Adam Scott and Australia
Sergio Garcia has been broken by his past and chooses to look behind him. Adam Scott was hardened by his past, but made more mature.
Jason Robinson picks his Lions team to face Australia
Having earned five Test caps for the British and Irish Lions, Jason Robinson knows a thing or two about what is required to wear the famous red jersey. Here, he tells Sportsmail his XV to take on Australia.
Former PM to represent Australia
Former PM, John Howard has been invited to represent Australia at Margaret Thatcher's funeral in London.
Wilde and Kershaw to tour Australia
They were big in the '80s and now Nik Kershaw and Kim Wilde are returning to tour Australia together in October.
Miranda Kerr Breezes Out of Australia Ahead of Her Big Birthday
Miranda Kerr arrived at the airport in Sydney looking ready for Spring in a bright blazer yesterday. She was in her native Australia fulfilling her duties as a Qantas global ambassador. Miranda modeled the airline's new uniforms and dressed up for a gala dinner with fellow ambassador John Travolta and ...
Australian PM vows no change on gay marriage stance
(MENAFN - AFP) Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard vowed not to alter her stance on same-sex marriage despite New Zealand giving it the go-ahead, as hundreds of local couples planned to journey ...
Arnold Schwarzenegger likens Australian sports drug scandal to North Korean missile race
Former muscle man, actor and California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has compared Australian sport's drug scandal to the missile crisis on the Korean peninsula.
Scott will win more majors than any Australian Norman
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Newly-crowned Masters champion Adam Scott will win more majors than any other Australian, according to compatriot Greg Norman, who famously missed out on the famed green jacket three times. Scott ended Australia's long wait for an Augusta winner on Sunday when he nervelessly sunk a 15-foot birdie ...
Golf Scott will win more majors than any Australian Norman
MELBOURNE, April 15 (Reuters) - Newly-crowned Masters champion Adam Scott will win more majors than any other Australian, according to compatriot Greg Norman, who famously missed out on the famed green jacket three times. Scott ended Australia's long wait for an Augusta winner on Sunday when he nervelessly sunk a ...
Adam Scott will win more majors than any Australian Norman
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Newly-crowned Masters champion Adam Scott will win more majors than any other Australian, according to compatriot Greg Norman, who famously missed out on the famed green jacket three times. Scott ended Australia's long wait for an Augusta winner on Sunday when he nervelessly sunk a 15-foot birdie ...
52 extraordinary Australian journeys
Whether you're after luxury retreats, eco experiences or active adventures, our island home has an endless array of holiday options. Here, our writers share some of their favourite experiences.
Australians overtake Britons in the whingeing stakes as poll shows we are happier and more satisfied
The National Australia Bank Consumer Anxiety Index found Australia's overall wellbeing score came in at 6.2 ratings points out of 10, compared to a wellbeing score of 7.3 recorded for Britons a year earlier.
Australians unhappier than whingeing Pom Brits
Australians have been forced to abandon their traditional taunting of Britons as "whingeing Poms" after a survey found they were less happy.
Do stars want to call Australia home where
MANY a celebrity fresh off the plane announces their intention to call Australia home - but how many put their money where their mouth is? 
Do stars really want to call Australia home where
ELLEN DeGeneres, Pink, Mel B, even Jennifer Aniston have raved about Australia and their plans to call it home - but how many put their money where their mouth is?
John Travolta and Kelly Preston are enjoying an Australian vacation with their two year old son Benjamin.
The couple took Benjamin to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gold Coast over the weekend, where the tot was thrilled to see koalas and wallabies, while his famous parents chatted to other visitors.
Australia savours historic day after Scotts triumph
SPORTS-MAD Australia celebrated Adam Scott's breakthrough triumph in the Masters yesterday, claiming it as an historic moment for the nation and Greg Norman said there were more to come.
Scott makes Australia proud to wear green
BRISBANE, Australia — Greg Norman almost couldn't stand to watch. The Great White Shark had circled around the elusive green jacket too many times without being able to wear it. Pam Scott was on the other side of the world, trying to catch every agonizing moment.
Scott wins for himself and for Australia
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Greg Norman saw three Australians on the leaderboard at the Masters and had reason to believe more heartache was on the way.
Golf Adam Scott wins Masters for all Australians
Golf: Adam Scott wins Masters for all Australians by Doug Ferguson The Associated Press Published Apr 15, 2013 09:14PM MDT Augusta, Ga. • Greg Norman saw three Australians on the leaderboard at the Masters and had reason to believe more heartache was on the way. Adam Scott couldn't make anything ...
Scott will be Australias greatest ever says Norman
Greg Norman believes Adam Scott can win more majors than any other Australian after smashing the country's 77-year US Masters hoodoo. Scott paid tribute to childhood idol and close friend Norman when he ended decades of near-misses and heartbreak on Sunday by becoming the first Australian to don the green ...
The Masters 2013 Adam Scott plans to celebrate win by sharing a beer with Australian icon Greg Norman
New Masters champion says he will share a drink a with his fellow countryman after becoming the first Australian to win at Augusta.        
What did we learn from the Australian GP where
Well, we learned that Melbourne has some pretty lousy weather, so lousy that the Qualifying session had to be postponed until the Sunday (race day) morning. After Qualifying it was again a Vettel/Webber front row for Red Bull. It appeared that nothing had changed from 2012. But it had!
Little gold mans crush on Australian sweethearts
April 8, 2013, 12:28 p.m. Logie loves an actress. No two ways about it. From the iconic Lisa McCune, to Georgie Parker, Kate Ritchie and Rebecca Gibney, the little gold man has enjoyed a long romance with the women who, at various times, have borne the title of Australia's "sweetheart".
Australias Top 100 singers
JOHN Farnham has been voted Australia's greatest singer of all time, but who else made the cut? See the full list here.
Australia savours historic day after Scott triumph
Sports-mad Australia on Monday celebrated Adam Scott's breakthrough triumph in the Masters, claiming it as an historic moment for the nation and Greg Norman said there were more to come.
Golf Australia savours historical day after Scott triumph
Sports-mad Australia on Monday celebrated Adam Scott's breakthrough triumph in the Masters, claiming it as an historic moment for the nation.
Golf Australia savours historic day after Scott triumph
Sports-mad Australia on Monday celebrated Adam Scott's breakthrough triumph in the Masters, claiming it as an historic moment for the nation.
Australia savours historical day after Scott triumph
SYDNEY (AFP) - Sports-mad Australia on Monday celebrated Adam Scott's breakthrough triumph in the Masters, claiming it as an historic moment for the nation.
Australia hails Scotts win
Australia celebrated Adam Scott's win in the Masters in Augusta Georgia, claiming it as an historic moment. Scott, 32, beat Angel Cabrera of Argent...
Adam the apple of Australias eye
Australia is celebrating Adam Scott's breakthrough triumph in the US Masters, hailing it as one of the greatest sporting moments in our history.
Australia revels in Scott success
Adam Scott has ended Australia's 77-year wait for a Masters champion, a win greeted with jubilation in his home country
My haven Kathy Lette the Australian novelist 54 relaxes in the bathroom at her north west London home
My bath is my haven. Women, particularly mothers, always put themselves last. They never have time to luxuriate.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R Sets Australian Land Speed Record
The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R has reinforced its title of the worlds most powerful production motorcycle by setting a new Australian Land Speed record (Production class Outright) at Lake Gairdner, SA during the recent DLRA Speed Week. With only gearing/tyre changes and the speed limiter removed, the Kawasaki Australia supplied Ninja ...
Cricket Ashes focused Australia in a spin over Pakistani refugee
By Ian Ransom MELBOURNE, April 11 (Reuters) - Mired in gloom following a test drubbing in India, Australian cricket has turned to Canberra's halls of power for succour, asking the country's top immigration official to act as a de facto selector ahead of back-to-back Ashes series this year. Desperate times ...
Youre just not Australian
American actor Brian Guest has a solution to the Australian invasion on Hollywood that has us rolling around the casting floor with laughter.        
Bodyline story among documentaries funded by Screen Australia
The controversial Bodyline Ashes test series is to be the subject of a documentary funded by Screen Australia. The 1932-33 tour of Australia by the English cricket team remains one of the most controversial sporting events of all time. English captain Douglas Jardine infamously led the aggressive bowling style from ...
Australia can still win Ashes Steve Waugh
Former Australian captain Steve Waugh says the Ashes series in England will be a lot closer than many people are predicting.
RugbyL Kiwi setback for Australia Test with Sonny Bill
Sonny Bill Williams' anticipated return to the rugby league Test arena was put on hold Sunday when a knee injury ruled him out of the New Zealand squad for their upcoming clash with Australia.
Optimist Arthur hopeful of Australias Ashes prospects
Australia coach Mickey Arthur expressed confidence in Australia's ability to put the India series behind them and prepare well for the Ashes
Adam Scott First Australian to win the Masters golf tournament plus video
Adam Scott won the Masters in a thrilling playoff against Argentinian Angel Cabrera Sunday. Adam Scott is the first Australian to win at Augusta, Ga.
Australia respected Chretien decision not to join Iraq coalition Howard
OTTAWA – The United States may have been upset and disappointed by Canada's refusal 10 years ago to join its coalition to invade Saddam Hussein's Iraq. But Down Under, no one was surprised when then-prime minister Jean Chretien decided against sending Canadian troops to join those from the U.S., Britain ...
Scott becomes first Australian to win The Masters Norman thrilled
AUGUSTA, Ga. – Adam Scott finished the job this time, and put an end to more than a half-century of Australian misery at the Masters.
Scott becomes 1st Australian to win Masters
Adam Scott barely had time to think about an Australian in a green jacket when a sudden roar from the 18th green and a quick look at the TV reminded him it's never been easy. Not for him in the majors. And certainly not for the Aussies at Augusta National.
Fawad Ahmed Australias latest new Shane Warne where
Australian cricket fans could do with some good news after the three weeks they've endured. Three-nil down in their four-match series in India – which resumed this morning with the final Test – and riven by fights over those who have or have not done their homework, the Baggy Green ...
Star Spotting Jared Leto Found A TERRIFYING Spider In Australia OMG MAKE IT STOP PHOTO
That's a GIANT spider Jared Leto is pointing at. And we're shrieking for days. What grosses you out more? This GIGANTIC spider that Thirty Seconds to Mars' lead singer Jared Leto found? ORRR is it the bloody human ear he got in the mail from a fan? The correct answer ...
Howard may represent Australia at Thatcher funeral
Former prime minister John Howard has been invited to attend Margaret Thatcher's funeral next week.        
Nintendo to shut down Wii channels in Japan Australia
The Wii's Weather Channel, News Channel, and other services will be retired in both countries on June 28. [Read more]    
Juventus icon Del Piero takes out Australian Football Media award
Sydney FC star Alessandro Del Piero has been named the Australian Football Media Association (FMA) Player of the Year.
Alberta woman who drowned sons returns to Australia
Allyson McConnell, the former Alberta woman convicted of killing her two sons in 2010, arrived in her native Australia at 9 a.m. Wednesday local time after being deported once her sentence was over.
Killer Alberta mom back in home country of Australia
As a woman convicted of killing her two children landed in her native Australia after serving her sentence of 10 months in custody, her lawyer is firing back at Alberta's Solicitor General for comments he recently made about the case.
Cricket Botham mocks Australias hilarious woes
England great Ian Botham revealed Thursday he was relishing Australia's woes in India after four players were suspended for indiscipline, mocking the "wellness reports" they are forced to complete.
Australian Olympic pair set for Golden Mile
Two in-form Australians, Collis Birmingham and Ryan Gregson loom as the likely favourites to take out the elite men's race in the AUT Queen Street Golden Mile on Easter Monday.
In Form Australian Olympic Pair All Set for Golden Mile
Tuesday 26 March, 2013: Two in-form Australians, Collis Birmingham and Ryan Gregson loom as the likely favourites to take out the elite men's race in the AUT Queen Street Golden Mile on Easter Monday.
Calvin Smith Jr. wins 400 at Australian IAAF meet
Calvin Smith Jr. won the 400-meter race at the IAAF Melbourne World Challenge on Saturday to add to some family racing history in Australia.
Smith Jr. claims 400 at Australian IAAF meet
Calvin Smith Jr. won the 400-meter race at the IAAF Melbourne World Challenge on Saturday to add to some family racing history in Australia.
Leishman gives hard luck Australia new hope at Masters
By Julian Linden AUGUSTA, Georgia (Reuters) - Like all Australian golfers, Marc Leishman knows all about his country's jinx at the Masters. No Australian has ever won the Masters and for a country that is used to sporting success, it has become a source of national frustration. The agonizing near ...
Golf Leishman gives hard luck Australia new hope at Masters
By Julian Linden AUGUSTA, Georgia, April 11 (Reuters) - Like all Australian golfers, Marc Leishman knows all about his country's jinx at the Masters. No Australian has ever won the Masters and for a country that is used to sporting success, it has become a source of national frustration. The ...
The Masters Leishman gives hard luck Australia new hope at Masters
Like all Australian golfers, Marc Leishman knows all about his country's jinx at the Masters.
Axl Rose Allegedly Busted an Australian Fans Teeth
An Australian Guns N' Roses fan may soon be singing "Sweet Tooth o' Mine." According to the West Australian (via
Asher Keddie is Australian TVs golden girl
IT WAS third time lucky for the Offspring star, who won the Gold Logie after her third nomination, beating out a strong group of contenders.
Sun sets on Australian batting Chappell
Australia may never again produce batting talent on the level of Ricky Ponting, Michael Hussey and Michael Clarke due to "holes in the production line", the former captain Ian Chappell has said
Ian Botham relishes Australias hilarious woes
A more circumspect Michael Atherton said he could scarcely believe news coming out of Oz camp.
Ian Botham mocks Australias woes in India
England great Ian Botham revealed he was relishing Australia's woes in India after four players were suspended for indiscipline.
Botham mocks Australias hilarious woes
WELLINGTON (AFP) - England great Ian Botham revealed he was relishing Australia's woes in India after four players were suspended for indiscipline, mocking the "wellness reports" they are forced to complete.
The Ashes Ian Botham mocks Australias hilarious woes
The former swashbuckling all-rounder was referring to the daily reports Australia's players are required to fill out every morning while on tour, including details such as how much they slept the ni...
Bob Geldof Nobody outside Australia has heard of Earth Hour
Political activist Bob Geldof has poured scorn on Earth Hour's claims that it has become a global initiative, telling a Sydney audience that nobody outside of Australia is aware of the event. Earth Hour, the brainchild of Australian agency Leo Burnett Sydney and WWF, began in Australia in 2007. This ...
When Laxman Dravid floored Australia 12 years ago
Harish Kotian looks back on VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid's 376-run partnership at the Eden Gardens that halted Australia's run of 15 consecutive Test victories.
Bruce Springsteen finishes Australian leg with 29 song show Sunday at Hanging Rock
"Adam Raised a Cain" opens a show for the first time since 2008.
Russell Crowe and Australian visitor talk Newfoundland
St. John's art dealer Emma Butler went looking for directions in Sydney, Australia, and ended up meeting famous Australian and Newfoundland and Labrador fan Russell Crowe.
Cinedigm Acquires Broad Based Digital and VOD Distribution Rights to Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC .
Cinedigm has acquired broad-based digital/VOD rights for US, Canada and Latin American to over 1,000 episodes of television from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation library.
Delhi Test Day 2 India vs Australia Statistical highlights
R Ashwin, Pragyan Ojha, Murali Vijay and Cheteshwar Pujara were the stars of the day for the hosts while Nathan Lyon and Peter Siddle impressed for Australia.
John Travolta and Kelly Preston enjoying Australian trip
JOHN Travolta and Kelly Preston are enjoying an Australian vacation with their two-year-old son Benjamin.
John Travolta Kelly Preston holiday in Australia
John Travolta and Kelly Preston are enjoying an Australian vacation with their two-year-old son Benjamin.
John Travolta and Kelly Prestons Australian vacation
John Travolta and Kelly Preston are enjoying an Australian vacation with their two-year-old son Benjamin and took him to Currumbin
Tennis Tomic clinches Davis Cup tie for Australia
Bernard Tomic clinched victory for Australia in their Davis Cup Asia-Oceania Group One second-round tie against Uzbekistan with a four-set victory over Denis Istomin on clay in Namangan on Sunday.
Tomic clinches Davis Cup tie for Australia
Bernard Tomic clinched victory for Australia in their Davis Cup Asia-Oceania Group One second-round tie against Uzbekistan with a four-set victory over Denis Istomin on clay in Namangan on Sunday.
Tomic clinches second round tie for Australia
TASHKENT: Bernard Tomic clinched victory for Australia in their Davis Cup Asia-Oceania Group One second-round tie against Uzbekistan with a four-set victory over Denis Istomin on clay in Namangan on Sunday.
Potential deposit limits What this could mean for Australias entertainment industry reports Lucky Nugget Casino
SYDNEY, April 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Commonwealth government set to bring in new gaming regulations to reflect the increasing popularity of online gambling The federal government in Australia wants to ...
Flashback Australia 1996 Villeneuves superb debut
Jacques Villeneuve, son of the late six-time Grand Prix winner, Gilles, was hardly an unknown when he arrived at Albert Park that year.
Dawn French To Judge Australias Got Talent
Actress Dawn French is going down under to be a judge on Australia's Got Talent.
Tough discipline may help Australias Ashes hopes
Australia's decision to drop four players could galvanise the team ahead of the Ashes, says ex-England captain Alec Stewart
Layne Beachley Honoured In List of Australias Greatest Sportswomen
Seven-time surfing World Champion Layne Beachley has won many accolades in her stellar career but her recognition in the top three of Australia's greatest sportswomen has topped them all.
Springsteens Australian tour winner
BRUCE Springsteen's Australian tour generated more money than tours by Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran.
We up here must not mock the Australians as they struggle to come to terms with mediocrity
Matthew Norman: The old foe's Indian misery is no laughing matter. They cannot handle decline and Ashes could be a whitewash.
Australian mines find explosive power in IT
Systems that make a bang.
Recent events will galvanise Australia Alan Border
Border, who is here as a TV commentator for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, said he had a good chat with Clarke on Thursday afternoon on the state of affairs in the Australian cricket.
Recent events will galvanise Australia Border
Mohali, March 15 (IANS) Australia's Test great Alan Border feels that introduction of young players like Steve Smith in the team will energise the Michael Clarke-led side against a confident India.
Apple Adobe Microsoft try to justify higher prices in Australia
Appearing before an Australian committee, executives from the three companies struggled to explain why Australian consumers are socked with higher prices for digital content. [Read more]
Apple Adobe Microsoft try to justify higher prices in Australia
Appearing before an Australian committee, executives from the three companies struggled to explain why Australian consumers are socked with higher prices for digital content. [Read more]
I want to tell you to hang in there buddy Five year old kidney patient in Australia sends incredibly moving message .
Matthew Pietrzyk, from Glenfield, Leicestershire, was born with a rare genetic disorder that has damaged his kidneys.
Screen Australia finds money for ghost thriller
March 5, 2013, 1:29 p.m. The Anthony Hopkins vehicle took $96 million worldwide on a reported budget of $37 million.
Tennessee Williams loses lilt in Australian accent
Simon Stone's production restores the playwright's bleaker ending, but loses some of its poetry.
Kiwis quinella G1 Australian Guineas
Saturday's A$500,000 Group 1 Australian Guineas headlined a big day for New Zealand with the Karaka graduates Ferlax (NZ) and Your So Good (NZ) the first two home in the Australian feature at Flemington.
Australia confirms Fed Cup doubles team
Fed Cup debutante Ashleigh Barty and Casey Dellacqua have been confirmed as the doubles pair for this weekend's clash with champions the Czech Republic.
UFC discussing stadium show in Australia
The UFC is discussing the possibility of holding a stadium event in Australia, according to UFC executive Tom Wright.
US comedy has Australian look and cast
Aussie actors Rachel Griffiths, Tom Green and Tim Pocock have been cast in the NBC comedy-drama Camp which will be shot in Australia.
Cowell wants Osbourne for Australian X Factor
Los Angeles, Feb 26 (IANS) Music mogul Simon Cowell is eager to rope in Sharon Osbourne and replace Melanie Brown on the Australian version of "The X Factor".
England Lions crushed by Australia A
A solid top-order batting, led by half-centuries from Aaron Finch and Callum Ferguson, and an all-round bowling effort led Australia A to series-clinching win, by 113 runs, against England Lions in Hobart
Lions win toss and bowl v Australia A
The England Lions have won the toss and sent Australia A in to bat in the third one-day match at Bellerive.
Australia A clinch series with big win
A solid top-order batting, led by half-centuries from Aaron Finch and Callum Ferguson, and an all-round bowling effort led Australia A to series-clinching win, by 113 runs, against England Lions in Hobart
Grundfos Strengthens Its Position in the Commercial Building Services Market in Australia
Denmark, Feb 22, 2013 - (ACN Newswire) - Grundfos, the global leader in providing innovative, energy efficient pumps and pumping solutions, today announced that they will acquire long term local Australian ...
Wrong man is keeping for Australia
CHRIS Hartley is the best wicketkeeper in the country and he should be in India adding skill, grit and experience to our struggling Test side.
Second Test selection has Australian cricket in a spin
Debate over the selection of Australia's second Test team is growing louder as the visitors lick their wounds after their heavy defeat in Chennai.
Lynas Australian operations on track in Q2
Miner says rare earths price fell in quarter on domestic, FOB basis. 31 Jan 2013 12:29 PM
Better Place Proponent of E.V. Battery Swapping Pulls Out of U.S. and Australia
Better Place, a company that provides charging infrastructure for electric vehicles, said it would concentrate on Denmark and Israel.
Brad Pitt Disney film set to be made in Australia
A new big budget Hollywood production could be made on Australian shores following discussions between the federal government and Disney. Executives for the studio are currently in Australia to nail down a location for 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea: Captain Nemo, to be directed by Fight Club's David Fincher and ...
International platform for Australian Arenacross opener
The opening round of the 2013 Australian Arenacross Championship will be held in front of an international audience as part of the World Superbike Championship event at Phillip Island. A total of 14 individual classes will do battle on the Lukey Heights track, with juniors to race on Saturday February ...
Mel B unlikely for UK X Factor after signing for Australian version where
The Spice Girls singer reportedly tells friends she has decided to stay in Oz.
Missing Portland teen sighted in South Australia
LATEST: MISSING Portland teen William Podboy may be in South Australia, according to Victoria Police.
Six Nations 2013 Warren Gatland prepares to end sixteen years of British and Irish Lions failure in Australia
Straight-dealing, Kiwi-born coach is leaving little to chance ahead of Australian tour.
Australians insulted at praise for Welsh beach
The Australian media has responded with disbelief to a poll that placed a Welsh beach among the top 10 in the world.
Riot Games opens Australian studio
League of Legends developer establishes itself in Sydney; says it wants to grow the game's community in the Oceania region.
Australian mining entrepreneur unveils blueprints for Titanic recreation
The planned ship Titanic II will largely recreate the design and decor of the fabled original, with ...
Australia finds largest meths haul
Australian police announce the country's largest-ever seizure of the drug methamphetamine, hidden in a shipment from China.
Australias new non drinking puritans
Australia's growing non-drinking class
Cyclone Rusty hits west Australia
Tropical cyclone Rusty hits the town of Pardoo in the coast of Western Australia, but spares the major iron base at Port Hedland.
VIDEO Tropical Cyclone Rusty hits Australia
Severe Tropical Cyclone Rusty makes landfall in Western Australia with damaging winds and flooding rain. Nick Miller looks at where it's heading next.
Golf Australian PGA not moving too far from Jeff the dinosaur
Feb 27 (Reuters) - The Australian PGA Championship is swapping Jeff the dinosaur and advert-splaterred Coolum for Royal Pines on the Gold Coast after the course promised to spend A$5 million ($5.11 million) on upgrades, the PGA of Australia said on Wednesday. The OneAsia co-sanctioned event had been previously held ...
Australia finds largest meth haul
Australian police announce the country's largest-ever seizure of the drug methamphetamine, hidden in a shipment from China.
Australian lawmakers confident in F 35s future
CANBERRA (Reuters) - Australia's conservative opposition, which is expected to win elections in September, said on Thursday it supported Lockheed Martin's troubled F-35 to be the country's next frontline warplane, despite problems and huge cost blowouts. A day after the Pentagon's F-35 program chief lashed Lockheed and engine maker Pratt ...
Australian police make record meth seizure
Cricket India seal dominant victory over Australia
India needed a little less than a session to wrap up an eight-wicket victory over Australia on the fifth morning in Chennai.
As it happened Australian Open Day 14
Look back on the final day of the Australian Open that saw Novak Djokovic crowned as the men's champion.
Victoria Azarenka retains Australian Open title with victory over Li Na
• Belarusian wins 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 • Li injured twice during match The sentiment rolling over the Rod Laver Arena was so with Li Na it threatened to drown the champion, Victoria Azarenka, in righteousness. The crowd, the American and Australian TV networks – the ballkids too probably – everyone ...
Djokovic beats Murray for third straight Australian Open title
MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic became the first man in the Open era to win three consecutive Australian titles when he beat Andy Murray 6-7 (2), 7-6 (3), 6-3, 6-2 in Sunday's final. Little wonder he loves Rod Laver Arena. "It's definitely my favorite Grand Slam," he said. "It...
Australias youngest ranger wants Ellen to visit him at Ballarat Wildlife Park
VIDEO: Charlie Parker wants Ellen DeGeneres to visit him at Ballarat Wildlife Park.
Lillee named fast bowling advisor to Australia
Bangalore, Jan 30: Former paceman Dennis Lillee has been appointed as fast bowling advisor to the Australia team, Cricket Australia (CA) announced on Wednesday. "Dennis Lillee has joined Cricket Australia's high performance team as a Fast Bowling Advisor," CA said
Cyclone Rusty closes in on Australia
A powerful cyclone begins to hit north-western Australia, with stronger winds and extensive flooding expected later on Wednesday.
VIDEO Australia braced for Cyclone Rusty
People on Australia's north-west coast are bracing themselves for the arrival of tropical Cyclone Rusty, with forecasters predicting winds of more than 170 km (106 miles) an hour
India complete win over Australia
India wrap up an eight-wicket win over Australia on the final day in Chennai, the first of the four-Test series.
The World First Breakthrough Serc Technology By Serc Group Australia is Surprising Business Owners With Dramatic Results Across Australia and The World.
The acquisition, development and recent launch of SERC Technology (SERC) looks to be a great success for the Australian owned company, Serc Group Australia Pty Ltd (SGA) after having been recently acquired by Duffy Investment Group Pty Ltd, an Australian boutique venture capital firm.(PRWeb February 26, 2013)Read the full story ...
VIDEO Minchin and Mel C to tour Australia
Jesus Christ Superstar will tour Australia before returning to the UK for an arena tour in October, it has been announced.
New Zealand v England Ian Bell treating every game as test for Ashes series against Australia
England batsman seeks clean sweep in New Zealand with 10 Tests coming up against Australia.
India secure dominant eight wicket win over Australia
India (572 & 50-2) beat Australia (380 & 241) by eight wickets Hosts need less than a session to complete win on final day.
India v Australia tourists take first Test to final day but MS Dhonis side close in on victory
Day four: Australia (380 & 232/9) lead India (572) by 40 runs Tourists take first Test to final day but MS Dhoni's side close in on victory.
MS Dhoni double century puts India in control against Australia
The Indian captain made an unbeaten 206* in Chennai as India move into 135 run lead over Australia with two first innings wickets remaining at the end of day three
Australia prioritising victory in this summers British and Irish Lions Tour over countrys Super Rugby franchises
Rugby Union boss Bill Pulver risks upsetting club owners by suggesting they will be forced to release international players early in summer.
Hamilton Island Race Week Australias Ascot on the water
The annual Audi Hamilton Island Race Week is Australia's largest offshore keelboat regatta; Anthony Horowitz joins its billionaire supporter Bob Oatley for a day at the races.
Australian PGA Not Moving Too Far From Jeff the Dinosaur
The Australian PGA Championship is swapping Jeff the dinosaur and advert-splattered Coolum for Royal Pines on the Gold Coast after the course promised to spend A$5 million (3.38 million pounds) on upgrades, the PGA of Australia said on Wednesday.
Safety questioned after Egypt balloon disaster The Australian
IBNLiveSafety questioned after Egypt balloon disasterThe AustralianVideo; Image. Death toll hits 19 in Egypt balloon crash. At least 19 people, most of them Asian and European tourists, died in hot air balloon crash in Egypt. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Balloon footage. Amateur video shows the hot air balloon which crashed ...Egypt ...
Australian Muslim activists lose free speech case
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia's highest court on Wednesday narrowly rejected the case of two Muslim activists who argued they had a constitutional free-speech right to send offensive letters to families of Australian soldiers killed in Afghanistan.
Australia have more reason to be happy than India Kapil
Bowling-wise, we've lost the plot... Now, get it right with the batting. If we don't, then...
Robert Plant To Appear On 60 Minutes In Australia Recap
Robert Plant will be appearing on a new season of (Australia TV) '60 Minutes.'
The best consolation prize ever where Oscars dollor 45 000 goodie bag for losers gives stars a dollor 12 000 tropical Australian .
Los Angeles-based marketing firm Distinctive Assets will be handing out its annual 'Everyone Wins at the Oscars Nominee Gift Bag', valued at more than $45,000, to the talented and well-dressed 'losers.'
Super Rugby Factbox on Australia teams
Factbox on the five Australia teams in the southern hemisphere's Super Rugby competition:
Australia shy Madonna tops world earnings
Madonna tops Billboard Magazine's list of music money makers following last year's 88-date MDNA tour.
Australias biggest insurer QBE to slash costs
Australia's biggest global insurer QBE said Tuesday it planned to cut annual costs by US$250 million and move 700 jobs to Asia over the next few years, as earnings came in below expectations.
Steven Tyler Talks Drugs Bullying on Australian TV
Steve Tyler has admitted blowing $6 million -- at least -- on drugs. The Aerosmith frontman's confession on Australian television overnight was...
India leave Australia in a spin
Chennai, Feb. 25 -- When the two captains chose contrasting bowling combinations, the main point of interest was who has got it wrong? Michael Clarke is rated highly for his cricket acumen, but here he seems to have received a lesson in the art of captaining in the subcontinent. Pace ...
Bernhard Langer Captures ACE and Jiyai Shin Wins Australian Womens Open
Bernhard Langer shot a final-round 72 to win the ACE Group Classic. In other action, Jiyai Shin of South Korea won the Australian Women's Open.
India vulnerable against Australia Geoff Lawson
Melbourne, Feb 19: The retirement of some batting greats and the recent failure to dominate England with spinners on home soil make India a "vulnerable" side in the upcoming Test against Australia, former cricketer Geoff Lawson has commented. The former Australian
Lawson says Watson still Australias best all rounder amidst host of pretenders
Sydney, Feb 10 (ANI): Former Australian fast bowler Geoff Lawson has claimed Shane Watson is still country's best all rounder amidst a host of contenders, who are challenging him for his role in the playing eleven.
Bee Gees statue unveiled in Australian town
Barry Gibb has unveiled a statue of the Bee Gees in the Australian town where he spent part of his childhood.
The best Australian airline is.
WHILE Singapore Airlines has scored an award for being the world's best airline, find out who rated the best closer to home.
Mick Taylor cancels Australian tour
Former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor has cancelled his Australian tour due to ill health.
Mick Taylor postpones Australian tour
Former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor has cancelled his Australian tour due to "unforeseen circumstances".
Taylor postpones Australian tour
Former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor has cancelled his Australian tour due to "unforeseen circumstances".
Alessandro Del Piero signs for second year in Australia
Alessandro Del Piero confirmed the worst kept secret in Australian soccer on Thursday when the former Italy and Juventus great said he would be staying for a second year at Sydney FC.
Cycling Great Britain to race Australia for world team pursuit gold
Great Britain's team pursuit squad will face rivals Australia in the race for gold at the track cycling World Championships.
Other Sports Australia take gold in team pursuit
Australia have claimed gold in the men's team pursuit on the opening day of the UCI Track Cycling World Championships.
India vs Australia Day 1 highlights
Ashwin's first five-wicket haul against Australia is his sixth in Tests - all at home - three times against New Zealand and twice against the West Indies.
Billy Ray Cyrus out of Australian festival
Billy Ray Cyrus has pulled out of CMC Rocks The Hunter country festival in March due to sickness.
Sick Billy Ray Cyrus Cancels Australian Festival Date
Country rocker Billy Ray Cyrus has cancelled his slot at an Australian music festival after falling sick.The Achy Breaky Heart hitmaker, father of...
Cyrus cancels Australian visit
MILEY Cyrus' dad Billy Ray Cyrus has cancelled his imminent Australian visit - where he was to headline - as he has an achy breaky ear.
Laxman to make commentary debut in India vs Australia series
Apart from Laxman, the line up includes a host of former cricket stars like Alan Border, Shane Warne, Matthew Hayden, Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and Ravi Shastri.
Laxman to commentate in India vs Australia series
New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) A batsman who made a name for himself while playing in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, V.V.S. Laxman will be now seen in a new role of a commentator for the upcoming India vs Australia series.
Rocks latest supergroup to Australia
Heavy rock fans will be heading to Sydney for the latest supergroup, Kings of Chaos, when they play the Stone Music Festival in April.
UPDATE 1 Cricket Australia win final ODI whitewash West Indies
(Updates at close of match, adds quotes, details) * West Indies lose fifth and final ODI by 17 runs * Australia win series 5-0 * Voges scores maiden ODI ton for Australia MELBOURNE, Feb 10 (Reuters) - Adam Voges scored his maiden one-day international century as a depleted Australia secured ...
Tennis History spurred Djokovic to Australian hat trick
Novak Djokovic said he was motivated by going into the history books as the winner of three consecutive Australian Open titles after he mastered his rival Andy Murray in the final on Sunday.
History spurred Djokovic to Australian hat trick
MELBOURNE (AFP) - Novak Djokovic said he was motivated by going into the history books as the winner of three consecutive Australian Open titles after he mastered his rival Andy Murray in the final on Sunday.
Can Australia handle Indian spin where
BURNING QUESTIONS: Should Australia play two spinners and what should Australia do with Watson?
Watson may not open for Australia in Tests against India
Sydney, Feb 12 (IANS) Shane Watson is unlikely to open the batting for Australia in the four-match Test series in India despite his good form since making a comeback to the one-day side.
Is Australian sport badly broken where
Damning reports put Australia's athletes in the spotlight
ole Signs Worldwide Co Pub Deal With Australian Singer Songwriter Clare Reynolds
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Australian celebrity Deborah Hutton playing for Hilton
Australian media presenter Deborah Hutton is representing Hilton Queenstown in the NZ PGA Championship at The Hills in Queenstown later this month.
Cricket Lillee joins Australia high performance team
Jan 30 (Reuters) - Cricket Australia have appointed fast bowling great Dennis Lillee as an advisor, days after spinner Shane Warne panned the board and said cricket people needed to be running the team rather than 'muppets'. Lillee would provide coaching services, guidance and mentoring to Australia's emerging fast bowlers ...
Cricket Lillee brought in to help Australian quicks
Dennis Lillee has been drafted in to provide guidance and coaching advice to the national side ahead of their tour to India in February, Cricket Australia said on Thursday.
Pace legend Dennis Lillee joins Cricket Australia as bowling advisor
Confirming Lillees appointment, CA said on its website that the cricketing legend will provide coaching services, guidance and mentorship to the young, upcoming fast bowlers.
Cycling Australia avenge Olympic defeat Hammer wins fifth title
MINSK, Feb 20 (Reuters) - Australia got a measure of revenge for losing the Olympic gold to Britain by beating their arch-rivals in the men's team pursuit final at the world track cycling championships on Wednesday. The Australian quartet of Glenn O'Shea, Alexander Edmondson, Michael Hepburn and Alexander Morgan completed ...
Australia avenge Olympic defeat Hammer wins fifth title
MINSK (Reuters) - Australia got a measure of revenge for losing the Olympic gold to Britain by beating their arch-rivals in the men's team pursuit final at the world track cycling championships on Wednesday. The Australian quartet of Glenn O'Shea, Alexander Edmondson, Michael Hepburn and Alexander Morgan completed the 4,000 ...
India v Australia flashback Famous Indian Test victories part one
From Jasu Patel's record haul to Kapil's MCG heroics and Tendulkar's assault on Warne, a look at some of India's most memorable defeats of Australia in Test cricket.
Australias new anti bullying rules are fine for a schoolyard not the workplace
The Australia of my youth was not a place where adults were infantilized as constant victims, unable to stand up to even moderately rude and pushy bosses or insufferable colleagues. As Australia's most ...
Victoria Azarenka vs. Li Na Australian Open live analysis
As Azarenka climbs up to sign some autographs, Li sits at her chair staring straight ahead with tears in her eyes.
Li beats Sharapova advances to Australian final
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Li Na used the heat to her advantage and worked No. 2-ranked Maria Sharapova around Rod Laver Arena in a 6-2, 6-2 win on Thursday that put her in the Australian Open final for the second time in three years.
Harold Mitchell I wonder if adlands Anglo Australian force understands this countrys diversity
Australia's creative agencies are failing to reflect the diversity of Australia because of the British domination of the industry, media agency boss Harold Mitchell has suggested. In his column for Fairfax Media syndicated in The Age, the Sydney Morning Herald and the Canberra Times, Mitchell sugests that the now notorious ...
Warne names his dream team to run Australian cricket
Sydney, Jan.30 (ANI): Former Australian crickter Shane Warne has named his dream team of selectors and team management in part one his manifesto, and detailed his views on the things he perceives to be wrong with the sport in his country.
WATER SKIING Aaliyah tipped to make final in Australia
CHILD prodigy Aaliyah Yoong is on track to achieving another milestone in her fledgling career at the World Junior Championships which starts tomorrow in Muwala in New South Wales, Australia.
Laverty fastest out of the blocks in Australia
Eugene Laverty and Leon Haslam set the pace as the first day of official World Superbike testing gets underway at Phillip Island.
Laverty fastest out the blocks in Australia
Eugene Laverty and Leon Haslam set the pace as the first day of official World Superbike testing gets underway at Phillip Island.
Israeli Australian Prisoner Xs death cases strain
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — He was known as Prisoner X, his crimes unknown. For months he languished in an Israeli prison until he was he was found dead in his cell in an apparent suicide. Later, rumors would swirl that he was an Australian-Israeli who worked for the Israeli secret ...
Barry Gibb unveils Bee Gees statue in Australia
Sole surviving Bee Gees star Barry Gibb made a poignant pilgrimage to his family's former hometown in Australia on Thursday to unveil a statue of the band.
Maria Sharapova vs. Li Na Australian Open live analysis
What is it about Li Na and Australia? The 2011 Australian Open finalist played one of the best matches of her career to upset No. 2 seed Maria Sharapova 6-2, 6-2 in the first women's semifinal on Thursday.
First Australian Beatles exhibition
Ringo Starr has opened the first ever Australian exhibition of his artwork at the Silver K Gallery in Vic.
Australia set to win mega Disney deal
Hollywood executives are set to agree to film the remake 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea in Australia.
Disney blockbuster set for Australia
Hollywood executives are set to agree to film the remake 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea in Australia.
Mud flung at Australian sport over drugs investigation is sticking
ON RUGBY:Ten days ago the Australian Crime Commission (ACC,) the most powerful criminal investigation unit in the land, summoned the chief executives of AFL, rugby league, cricket, soccer and rugby. They met for a confidential briefing regarding a secret investigation, code named Project Aperio.
FACTBOX Rugby Australia Super rugby teams
Feb 14 (Reuters) - Factbox on the five Australia teams in the southern hemisphere's Super Rugby competition: - - - - QUEENSLAND REDS (Brisbane) Coach: Ewen McKenzie (fourth year) Captain: James Horwill Last year: Third (W-11, L-5) Best performance: Champions (2011) - - Forwards: Albert Anae, Ben Daley, Saia Faingaa, ...
Brangelina may be heading to Australia report
SYDNEY (AFP) - Hollywood superstars Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie may be heading to Australia if the government is successful in bringing "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Captain Nemo" Down Under, it emerged Friday.
Graeme Swann will keep one eye on Australias progress in India as England gear up for Ashes in New Zealand
England off-spinner will be keen to see how Australia fare in India as side prepare for back-to-back Ashes series with upcoming Tests against New Zealand.
Englands cricketers seek pay rise to close gap on Australia
International players are seeking a hefty pay increase to close the gap on their Australian counterparts earning millions in Twenty20.
Australia win Womens World Cup
Ellyse Perry inspires Australia to their sixth Women's World Cup with a 114-run victory over West Indies in Mumbai.
Malaysia deportation irks Australia
Australian PM Julia Gillard says she is "surprised and disappointed" by Malaysia's deportation of visiting Senator Nick Xenophon.
Israeli lawmakers to investigate Australian spy mystery
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israeli lawmakers announced plans on Sunday to investigate the 2010 jailhouse death of a reported Australian immigrant recruit to the Mossad spy agency. The statement by Parliament's Foreign Affairs and Defence Committee followed calls by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a cabinet meeting to dim a growing ...
LPGA Australian Open pairings
Women's Australian Open
Jiyai Shin wins Australian Womens Open
Shin emerges from final-round scrap with teenage star and world No. 1 for win.
Fifteen year old Lydia Ko follows up New Zealand win with third place in Australian Open behind Jiyai Shin
Teenage prodigy follows up hr breakthrough win in the New Zealand Open by pressing world No 8 Jiyai Shin for victory in Canberra.
Pope calls on faithful to renew themselves at Angelus prayers The Australian
Sydney Morning HeraldPope calls on faithful to 'renew themselves' at Angelus prayersThe Australian... AP. < Prev. of 2. Next >. POPE Benedict XVI has called on the Church and its faithful to "renew themselves" as tens of thousands of pilgrims and tourists attended his penultimate Angelus prayers. "The Church calls ...
Cricket Australia Twenty20 team to face West Indies
MELBOURNE, Feb 8 (Reuters) - Australia team named on Friday for their Twenty20 match against West Indies in Brisbane on Wednesday. Australia squad: George Bailey, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Ben Cutting, James Faulkner, Aaron Finch, Brad Haddin, Josh Hazlewood, Ben Laughlin, Clint McKay, Shaun Marsh, Ben Rohrer, Adam Voges (Compiled by Ian ...
Australia Twenty20 team to face West Indies
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Australia team named on Friday for their Twenty20 match against West Indies in Brisbane on Wednesday. Australia squad: George Bailey, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Ben Cutting, James Faulkner, Aaron Finch, Brad Haddin, Josh Hazlewood, Ben Laughlin, Clint McKay, Shaun Marsh, Ben Rohrer, Adam Voges (Compiled by Ian Ransom; Editing ...
Flying phobia sees Barker pull out of Blink 182 Australian tour
Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker won't be joining the band on its Australian tour this week, including Soundwave this weekend, due to a phobia of flying.
Travis Barker drops out of Blink 182 tour in Australia
Drummer pulls out of world tour due to plane crash trauma.
Art defecation and death at Australias MONA
(AFP) - Eccentric Australian gambler David Walsh is shaking up the sleepy city of Hobart with an unorthodox new museum challenging visitors to a new pact with fermenting, defecating and dying art.
Defecation and death at Australian art museum
Eccentric Australian gambler David Walsh is shaking up the sleepy city of Hobart with an unorthodox new museum challenging visitors to a new pact with fermenting, defecating and dying art.
Australian Open diary 2013 Hall of Fame honours raft of Australians Kevin Mitchell
Rod Laver, John Newcombe and Evonne Goolagong Cawley among greats inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame Bernard Tomic might not be bothered about playing Davis Cup for Australia, but there was a time when it mattered more than just about anything else – nearly as much as beating ...
Malaysia detains Australian senator
Malaysian officials detain Australian senator, Nick Xenophon, under national security laws as he arrives on an election fact-finding mission.
Bus taunts that sparked Australian racism debate
Bus taunts that sparked Australian racism debate
Australian court backs claim to own breast cancer gene
Can companies patent human genes? It was the question considered by an Australian federal court judge who on Friday ruled that a U.S. biotech company was within its rights to hold Australian patent 686004.
Uribe overtakes teenager Ko in Australia
Mystery Australians next of kin seek compensation from Israel
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Relatives of an Australian immigrant to Israel who killed himself in 2010 while secretly jailed on charges of violating national security are seeking compensation from the state, a source briefed on the affair said on Friday. The source said the talks were preliminary as Israel had not ...
Ancient asteroid strike in Australia changed face of earth
SYDNEY (Reuters) - A strike from a big asteroid more than 300 million years ago left a huge impact zone buried in Australia and changed the face of the earth, researchers said on Friday. "The dust and greenhouse gases released from the crater, the seismic shock and the initial fireball ...
Mariajo Uribe jumps out front at Womens Australian Open
Second-round 67 helps Colombian leap into the lead.
Kangaroos storm fairway during Womens Australian Open
First round play has been interrupted after kangaroos stormed the fairway during Women's Australian Open in Canberra.
Photo analysis casts doubt on Australians reported hit squad link
LONDON (Reuters) - A forensic report commissioned by Reuters said on Friday that a suspect in the assassination of a Hamas commander in Dubai and a deceased Australian immigrant, reported to have been an Israeli spy, were not the same man. Israel has released few details on the case of ...
Victory for gene patent firm in Australian court
Genes can be patented, an Australian court ruled today. The controversial decision could affect an imminent gene patent case in the US
Australian Open 2013 Andy Murray on a mission to eclipse Fred Perry landmark against Roger Federer
Scot is one grand slam win away from Fred Perry's landmark 106 when he faces Swiss master Roger Federer.
Robert Plant To Appear On 60 Minutes In Australia
Robert Plant will be appearing on a new season of (Australia TV) '60 Minutes.'
From the Curators Happy Australia Day from Pandora
For anyone who hasn't had the chance to celebrate Australia Day or is wondering what it's all about, Australia Day is much like the 4th of July here in the United States. The first public holiday in Australia, January 26th, 1788 was the day that Captain Arthur Phillip arrived in ...
Lawyer Australian Israeli denied allegations
JERUSALEM (AP) — An Australian-Israeli citizen who mysteriously died in prison after an apparent career in Israel's spy agency had denied the allegations against him and was considering a plea bargain just before he died, his lawyer said Thursday.
Australian court supports patents on human genes
CANBERRA (Reuters) - An Australian court ruled on Friday that two technology companies could hold a patent on genetic material related to cancer, in a case similar to one before the U.S. Supreme Court that has implications for gene-based medicine worldwide. Cancer support groups said the finding could stifle new ...
VIDEO Car emerges from Australia foam
A group of people looking at an unusual amount of sea foam in New South Wales, Australia, were taken by surprise when a car suddenly came towards them out of the foam.
VIDEO Australia faces baby formula shortage
Retailers in Australia have restricted sales of infant formula, amid a shortage caused by demand from China, following the tainted milk scandal.
Kangaroo delay hits LPGAs Australian Open
The animals caused a brief delay at the golf tournament.
Teen star Lydia Ko leads Womens Australian Open
Lydia Ko shoots 10-under 63, leads Women's Australian Open after first round
Update Adobe CEO Dodges Questions on Overpricing in Australia
Adobe CEO doesn't want to talk about huge Australian pricing discrepancies
The Lede Australian Report on Israels Prisoner X Suggests Melbourne Man Was Mossad Agent
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation reported on Tuesday that a man referred to in Israel as "Prisoner X," who was jailed and died under mysterious circumstances in 2010, might have been an Australian-born Israeli who worked for Israel's secret service, the Mossad.
Tseng Hoping to Return to Form at Australian Open
Yani Tseng felt the pressure of being the No. 1 player last season, plus trying to defend 11 tournament titles around the world.
36 Hours in Melbourne Australia
Home to street art, buzzing cafes and a cool bar scene, Australia's second city is charged with creative energy.
England womens World Cup hopes end as West Indies pull off Australia upset
England's hopes of reaching the Women's World Cup final are over after Australia collapsed to West Indies defeat in Mumbai.
England wicketkeeper Matthew Prior aims to bully Australia in back to back Ashes series
Wicketkeeper Matthew Prior has warned Australia that England are ready to "bully" them in this year's back-to-back Ashes series.
ICC Womens Cricket World Cup 2013 England pray Australia do them a favour
England women's title hopes rest on convincining win over New Zealand and good result for their old rivals against West Indies.
Brett Lee calls on Australian crime chiefs to reveal evidence and name names of those involved in drugs
Former Test bowler insists commission name names as Wada chief claims blood tests 'not robust enough'.
Lions coach Warren Gatland I would happily pick XV Englishmen for Australia tour
Lions head coach Warren Gatland has denied suggestions that nationality would sway his selection.
How golf tee turned into lifesaver for victim of Black Widow bite during Australian tournament
Swede Daniela Holmqvist uses tee to squeeze out venom after being bitten by deadly spider during Australian tournament.
Frustration follows in wake of Australias blackest day
SYDNEY (Reuters) - It was dubbed the "blackest day" in Australian sport but one week after a government report said doping was widespread among professional athletes, frustration and anger had replaced soul-searching as the prevailing mood. The incendiary report, the result of a year-long probe by Australia's top criminal intelligence ...
Ex Hanlong Mining exec jailed in Australia for insider trading
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - A former executive of private Chinese firm Hanlong Mining Investment Pty Ltd was sentenced to two years and three months in jail by an Australian court on Friday for insider trading, Australia's corporate watchdog said. Bo Shi Zhu, who was also known as Calvin Zhu, pleaded guilty ...
Emu heist baffles Australian wildlife park
By Michael Sin SYDNEY (Reuters) - The theft of a fully-grown emu from an Australian wildlife park this week has left only a pile of feathers at the scene of the crime, and questions abo...
Julian Assange to run for Senate seat in Australia
The WikiLeaks founder is running for the Senate in Victoria as the lead candidate of his WikiLeaks Party. [Read more]
Julian Assange to run for senate seat in Australia says report
The WikiLeaks founder is running for the senate in Victoria as the lead candidate of his WikiLeaks Party, says a report in The Age. Assange is currently in political asylum in Ecuador. [Read more]
Adobe cuts prices in Australia following price gouging probe
The company has slashed the cost of its Creative Cloud subscription Down Under to match the price charged in the United States. [Read more]
Academy Award Winner Julie Andrews Will Launch First Ever Australian Tour in May
Producers John Frost and Phil Bathols have announced that Oscar-winning stage and screen star Julie Andrews will tour Australia in May for the first time ever in her legendary career.
Julie Andrews coming to Australia
British stage and screen treasure Julie Andrews will dish out a spoonful of sugar to Australian audiences.
Australian team in name only
GREG Chappell once said the Sheffield Shield was club cricket in drag because so many internationals no longer play domestic cricket.
Daily Bagel McIlroy follows Wozniacki at Australian Open from afar
The Daily Bagel is your dose of the interesting reporting, writing and quipping from around the Internet. • Video: Carla Suarez Navarro pulled off the early upset of the tournament Tuesday, knocking out No. 7 Sara Errani, a quarterfinalist last year.
Former NZ teacher admits molesting Australian boy
A former teacher in New Zealand has admitted molesting a young boy in Australia because he found him "sexually appealing".Lindsay William Hutchinson, 63, is on trial at the Perth District Court charged with six counts of carnal...
Gaps exposed in Australian Cyber Security Centre plan
Skewed lines of accountability, system readiness.
Australia mogul in tearful tribute to father Tom Cruise
Australian gambling mogul James Packer has paid tribute to his "terrifying" late father Kerry and Hollywood star Tom Cruise in a rare and tearful interview on his private life.
Tool heads to Australia in April
The triple Grammy award-winning band, Tool, will tour Australia in April and May.
Andy Murray and Novak Djokovics ladyloves to battle it out at Australian Open
London, Jan 27 (ANI): As Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic face off in the Australian Open final on Sunday, the girlfriends of the tennis aces face off in the style quotient from the sidelines.
Australian singer Kylie Minogue joins Jay zs music label
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Australian Grammy-award winning singer Kylie Minogue, whose hits include "Come Into My World," moved to rapper Jay-Z's Roc Nation music label, the company said on its website.
Cricket Australia v West Indies fourth ODI scoreboard
SYDNEY, Feb 8 (Reuters) - Scoreboard after Australia beatWest Indies by five wickets in the fourth one-day internationalat Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday West Indies won the toss and elected to bat - - West Indies innings K. Powell c Maxwell b Johnson 9 J. Charles b Johnson 0 DM ...
Voges ton sets up Australia clean sweep
Adam Voges' maiden international century set up a 5-0 series win for Australia
Australia score one day cricket sweep
Adam Voges and Johnson Charles scored centuries as Australia beat the West Indies by 17 runs at the MCG to claim the series 5-0.
Cricket Australia v West Indies ODI scorecard
Scoreboard after the West Indies innings in the one-day international against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday:
LIVE Australia v West Indies
FOLLOW the action as the West Indies look to save some face in the fourth one-day international against Australia at the SCG.
Shane Warne criticises Cricket Australia
Shane Warne has hit out at Cricket Australia and warned that if his proposed changes are not put into place the country risks falling further behind its rivals.
Australian Open 2013 Melbourne diary Jonathan Marray bows out
At 11am here on Saturday, the Wimbledon Men's Doubles champion Jonny Marray played in front of just 40 people on Court 13, virtually a tram ride away from the 15,000-seat Rod Laver Arena.
West Indies vs Australia Highlights
Pollard's century is the second highest by a West Indian batsman against Australia at SCG, next only to the 116 not out by Brian Lara on January 17, 2001.
A very Australian triathlon
MORE than 100 people representing all ages gathered early on Australia Day at Evans Head to participate in the team triathlon.
Apple Microsoft summoned in Australian pricing probe
House committee want the companies to appear to explain why consumers in Australia pay more than their counterparts in other countries. [Read more]
World Champion Fighter Laila Ali and Australian Pop Singer Cody Simpson Guest Star on NBCs and quot The Biggest Loser and quot on .
The inspirational episode marks the halfway point for season 14.
Australia Banks Slash Mortgage Rates
Australia's banks are cutting the cost of fixed-rate mortgages to their lowest in over two decades.
Real Beauty 5 Minutes With Kate Ritchie to Celebrate Australia Week
We're kicking-off Australia Day with none other than the beautiful Kate Ritchie. The ex-soapy star and radio presenter is now hard at work on a different aspect of the media and entertainment industry - writing - but she's also set to sit back in the acting chair for a new ...
Kates labour of love for Australia Day
DESCRIBING herself as an "Aussie girl through and through", Kate Ritchie says promoting our lucky country is the easiest job in the world.
Real Beauty 5 Minutes With Kate Richie to Celebrate Australia Week
We're kicking-off Australia Week with none other than the beautiful Kate Richie. The ex-soapy star and radio presenter is now hard at work on a different aspect of the media and entertainment industry - writing - but she's also set to sit back in the acting chair for a new ...
Cricket West Indies win toss and bat against Australia
West Indies captain Darren Sammy won the toss and chose to bat in the fourth one-day international against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday.
Bhajji Sree may get chance against Australia
Kolkata: Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir are probably on tenterhooks, but the national selectors could extend a career-saver, so to say, by retaining them for the start of the Test series against Australia. Sandeep Patil and his colleagues meet in Mumbai on Sunday to pick the India squad for the ...
Redland Australia Day winners announced
Jeff Underhill of Capalaba has been named 2013 Redland Citizen of the Year.
Whats on London Cinema and Skate Australia Day Party at Broadgate Circle January 28
What could be more of a reminder of Oz than Rolf Harris and ice skating?
Drugs in Sport Australias blackest day could easily be repeated in Britain
Andy Parkinson, the head of British anti-doping, has warned that the drug scandal rocking Australian sport could easily hit the UK too.
Australian Open Robson downs Kvitova in Melbourne epic
Laura Robson produced a sensational performance to defeat Petra Kvitova in a three-set epic at the Australian Open.
Australian Open 2013 Pat Cash backs Andy Murray to become No 1 despite loss to Novak Djokovic
Former Wimbledon champion Pat Cash backs Scot to dominate despite his four-set Australian Open final defeat to Novak Djokovic.
Tennis Australian Open order of play day 14
Order of play on the main showcourt Rod Laver Arena at the Australian Open tennis on Sunday (prefix number denotes seeding):
Li Na beats Maria Sharapova at Australian Open
Li Na used the heat to her advantage and worked No. 2-ranked Maria Sharapova around Rod Laver Arena in a 6-2, 6-2 win on Thursday that put her in the Australian Open final for the second time in three years.
Tennis Australian Open order of play day 12
Order of play on the main showcourt Rod Laver Arena at the Australian Open tennis on Friday (prefix number denotes seeding):
The Australian Pink Floyd Our job is not to improvise its to sound as close to the original as possible
The world's most celebrated tribute band – they're even better than the original, according to Nick Mason – arrive this week in the city where the Pink Floyd legend began. Guitarist/vocalist David Domminney Fowler tells MARTIN HUTCHINSON why people still "ache" to hear the Floyd live.
Australia reacts to doping report
An Australian Crime Commission (ACC) investigation has found widespread drug use in Australian professional sport, with some athletes being given substances not yet approved for human use.
As it happened Doping probe rocks Australian sport
An Australian Crime Commission investigation has found widespread drug use in Australian professional sport, with some athletes being given substances not yet approved for human use.
Doping probe rocks Australian sport
An Australian Crime Commission investigation has found widespread drug use in Australian professional sport, with some athletes being given substances not yet approved for human use.
Australia shares up as China trade data wows
(Adds China trade data reaction) MELBOURNE, Jan 10 (Reuters) - Australian shares rose 0.3percent on Thursday, turning postive on muchstronger-than-expected Chinese trade data, suggesting economicstrength ...
Australia shares ease 0.1 pct ahead of China trade data
(Adds Aspire price move, updates numbers) MELBOURNE, Jan 10 (Reuters) - Australian shares inched down0.1 percent in midday trade on Thursday, retracing early gainsas investors worried about a possible ...
South Australians get less help with power
A survey by the St Vincent de Paul Society has found that South Australians on low incomes get the least help with power bills.
Australians complain about too much Stephen Fry
Senator tells government inquiry that Stephen Fry appears too frequently on Australian public service broadcaster ABC.
Australians complain about too much Stephen Fry and Graham Norton
Senator tells government inquiry that Stephen Fry and Graham Norton appear too frequently on Australian public service broadcaster ABC.
Blackest day in Australian sport the fallout
Feb. 8, 2013, 9 a.m. Click trough the gallery to see Australian sport leaders front the media in response to the drug scandal. VINCE CALIGIURI AFL CEO Andrew Demetriou speaks to media representatives at Parliament House.
Australians clean up from floods supplies dwindle
(AP Photo/Rick Rycroft). People use umbrellas to fend off the rain as they walk through a park in Sydney, Australia, Monday, Jan. 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Rick Rycroft).
Australia vs West Indies Highlights at a glance
Watson and Phillip Hughes were associated in a second-wicket partnership of 122, equalling the highest partnership for any wicket at this venue. Peter Kirsten and Kepler Wessels for South Africa had put on 122 for the second wicket against Zimbabwe on March 10, 1992.
Live coverage Doping probe rocks Australian sport
An Australian Crime Commission investigation has found widespread drug use in Australian professional sport, with some athletes being given substances not yet approved for human use.
Blackest day in Australian sport
Former boss of ASADA has slammed athletes he says have shamed their codes on "the blackest day in Australian sport".
Banned drugs used in Australian sport
A Government investigation has found widespread use of banned drugs in Australian professional sport.
Australian sports rotten core exposed
The Australian Crime Commission has exposed a rotten core in Australian sport featuring organised crime gangs dealing drugs to elite athletes.
Blackest day in Australian sport Ings
Anti-Doping boss Richard Ings described doping revelations as 'the blackest day in Australian sport'.
Kim Sears colour co ordinates her outfit with beau Andy Murrayas kit at Australian Open
Kim Sears made it clear that shea's all for Team Murray after she attended his latest Australian Open match, and choosing to wear a bright yellow blazer that colour coordinated with his kit.
Andy Murray left broken by Djokovic as he loses Australian Open final by three sets to one
The British number one would have been the first man in the sport's history to win successive grand slams. But it is Novak Djokovic who has made history.
Murray comes up short in Australia
British hearts were broken as fans shared Andy Murray's pain after he lost in the Australian Open final to fierce rival Novak Djokovic in a gruelling encounter.
Ive come for a slam Down Under Andy Murray aims to become first British Australian Open winner since 1934 as he .
The British number one will create history if he triumphs in Melbourne as no male player in the Open era has followed up winning their first grand slam title by also winning the next available major crown.
Frustration for Andy Murray as he loses second and third sets to go behind in Australian Open final
The British number one will create history if he triumphs in Melbourne as no male player in the Open era has followed up winning their first grand slam title by also winning the next available major crown.
Pain for Andy Murray as Djokovic bounces back to square Australian Open final at one set all after second tie break
The British number one will create history if he triumphs in Melbourne as no male player in the Open era has followed up winning their first grand slam title by also winning the next available major crown.
A long way from home Australian racing driver Ash Miller is determined to crack the UK
ASH Miller is a long way from home – but the St Ives-based racing driver is hoping to become a modern-day Alan Jones and make his country proud.
Australias Tomic wins first ATP title at Sydney
SYDNEY (AP) -- Bernard Tomic of Australia won his first ATP title on Saturday, beating South Africa's Kevin Anderson 6-3, 6-7 (2), 6-3 in the Sydney International final.
Australia not immune from fixing scandal
Former Socceroo Robbie Slater has warned Australian football is not immune to match fixing after police in Europe unveiled a massive criminal network that rigged hundreds of matches around the world.
Watson returns to Australian ODI squad
Shane Watson is back for the remaining one-day matches against West Indies, as Cricket Australia finalises travel plans for the India tour.
A parallel universe in Australia
I found myself in a strange parallel universe after a 24-hour plane ride.
Li Na advances to 4th round at Australian Open
Sixth-seeded Li Na has advanced to the fourth round of the Australian Open with a 6-4, 6-1 win Friday over Sorana Cirstea of Romania.
Google wins landmark AdWords case in Australia
High Court overturns lower court's ruling that found the Web giant in violation of trade laws for allowing companies to purchase AdWords related to competitors' names. [Read more]
No really a Pies fan may run Australia
IF THE PM and Wayne Swan are both out of Australia at the same time, a Collingwood supporter will run this country. We're not making this up.
Mark Webster Australian Open verdict
What could be much better than for a burgeoning audience to be waking up gradually on a Sunday morning to witness what might be the ongoing ascendency of Andy Murray, in the men's final at the Australian Open?
Stephen Frys show QI is on Australian TV so frequently there are fears he is killing off local talent
Former senator Margaret Reynolds told a parliamentary inquiry into Australia's national channel that Stephen Fry (pictured) was on so often she wondered how viewers knew they were Down Under.
Ringo Starr to tour Australia
Beatles fans are celebrating following the announcement Ringo Starr is set to tour Australia this month.
Australian Open 2013 Day 12
Australian Open 2013 Schedule for Day 12: Friday 25 January 2013 Rod Laver Arena 3:00 PM Start Time 1. Mixed Doubles - Semifinals Yaroslava Shvedova (KAZ) v...
New Zealand down Australia in quarter finals
New Zealand have quickly put their day one woes behind them to advance to the semifinals of Wellington's IRB sevens tournament with a 24-5 win over Australia.
NZ beat Australia set up Kenya showdown
New Zealand rediscovered their best form to thump Australia 24-5 in their quarterfinal at the Wellington sevens rugby tournament.
Regional Australia ripe for NBL revisit Gaze
Legendary NBL player Andrew Gaze wants the league to look at regional hubs like Newcastle, Geelong and Hobart when it comes time to expand.
Australian Open Andy Murray could be shocked by my new protege Jeremy Chardy says Serena Williams
FRENCHMAN Jeremy Chardy, ranked No.36, has promised to show some Serena style aggression when he takes on Murray in the quarter-final.
UK No charges for Australian royal hoax DJs
British prosecutors say they will not press charges against two Australian DJs over the royal hoax call that preceded a nurse's suicide. Two Australian DJs impersonated Queen Elizabeth II and her son,
Warne wants Kiwi Fleming to coach Australia
Test great Shane Warne on Wednesday called for Australia's coach Mickey Arthur to be replaced by former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming.
Warne wants Kiwi Flemming to coach Australia
Test great Shane Warne on Wednesday called for Australia's coach Mickey Arthur to be replaced by former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming.
Emmanuelle Beart to Play an S and M Mistress in Australian Film
The French actress will star opposite Harrison Gilbertson in "My Mistress," the debut feature of commercials and video music director Stephen Lance. read more
Wine Australias and SNO 145 Next Chapter Campaign Launches in San Francisco
Building Australia's Reputation for Regionality and DiversityNew York, NY (PRWEB) January 28, 2013 Wine Australia's ‘Next Chapter' campaign officially launched at a showcase tasting for members of the trade and media at Farralon Restaurant in San Francisco on Monday, January 14 and will be the theme for Wine Australia programs ...
Greer goes back to Australian nature
Professor Germaine Greer has gone back to her roots for her latest work, a study of the flora and fauna of the Queensland and New South Wales rainforest where she likes to unroll her swag.
Federer Murray Serena into Australian Open quarters
Roger Federer and Andy Murray were locked on collision course at the Australian Open Monday as an unstoppable Serena Williams powered towards her third straight Grand Slam title.
Federal Government warns Cycling Australia Adopt change or funding will be cut
Do you like this? Tweet The Australian Government has released its official response to the report authored by former New South Wales Supreme Court chief judge James Wood, issuing an ultimatum to Cycling Australia.
An Australian Scott Gardiner Cuts a Trail on the PGA Tour
At 36, Scott Gardiner is the oldest rookie on the PGA Tour and he is also the first indigenous Australian to earn his full-time playing privileges.
An Australian Cuts a Trail on PGA Tour
At 36, Scott Gardiner is the oldest rookie on the PGA Tour and he is also the first indigenous Australian to earn his full-time playing privileges.
96 play in Australia Day golf event
GOLF: Saturday saw the Young Golf Club stage a special event to celebrate Australia Day with 96 players competing.
Daily Bagel Andy Murray denies Roger Federer Australian Open complaints
"Having the day off after the Australian semi while the other side doesn't " is 100% wrong. Both the Thurday semifinalist and Friday semifinalist get at least a day off as the finals are held on Sunday evening. So this year Djokovic gets Friday and Saturday off while Federer/Murray get ...
Young Australian Payne retires from NRL
Corey Payne has announced his immediate retirement from the NRL to focus on academic pursuits.
Chinese take stakes in wind farm projects in Australia
By Bloomberg News SYDNEY — The Roaring Forties gales off Tasmania, where Hollywood swashbuckler Errol Flynn was first smitten with sailing, are luring Chinese investors with a different ...
Sri Lanka beat Australia in T20
Australia's cricketers have continued their poor Twenty20 record, with Sri Lanka winning by five wickets at the Sydney Olympic Stadium.
Australia vs Sri Lanka David Warner guides Australia to 137 3
Big-hitting opener David Warner played a lone hand as Australia reached 137 for three in the first T20 international against Sri Lanka at Sydney Olympic Stadium on Saturday.
Kim cheers Andy Murray to victory in Australian Open as she colour coordinates with his kit by donning yellow Topshop .
The 25-year-old had a smile as sunny as her jacket as she took her seat to watch her boyfriend defeat Roger Federer in the semi-final in Melbourne.
Kim Sears colour co ordinates her outfit with beau Andy Murrays kit at Australian Open
London, Jan 26 (ANI): Kim Sears made it clear that she's all for Team Murray after she attended his latest Australian Open match, and choosing to wear a bright yellow blazer that colour coordinated with his kit.
Djokovic wins Australian Open
Nine women, a bold proposal and a $1 bill. That was what it took for women's tennis to begin a 40-year journey of self-empowerment. CNN's Open Court talks to Novak Djokovic about his rise to the top of the tennis rankings and his 2013 targets.
Australian Open Final Djokovic vs. Murray live
Nine women, a bold proposal and a $1 bill. That was what it took for women's tennis to begin a 40-year journey of self-empowerment. CNN's Open Court talks to Novak Djokovic about his rise to the top of the tennis rankings and his 2013 targets.
Eminent Australians awarded top honours
Writer and poet Clive James, native title activist Bonita Mabo and former federal minister Alexander Downer are among the highest-profile recipients of this year's Australia Day honours.
Victoria Azarenka wins Australian Open womens final over Li Na
• Azarenka is the first woman since 1979 to successfully defend her maiden Slam title. • Azarenka became the eighth woman to repeat at the Australian Open.
Two New Billionaires Hail From Australia
Two Australians have broken into the ranks of the world's billionaires—a gaming-machine entrepreneur whose company hit the jackpot and a real estate magnate who's made some savvy deals. Both are members of FORBES ASIA'S annual list of Australia's 50 richest, which is featured in the February issue and will be ...
Australian troops called in to deal with floods
SYDNEY (AFP) - Australia ramped up its military response to deadly flooding in the country's northeast Tuesday, as troops prepared for a massive clean-up following storms which killed four and swamped thousands of homes.
Military called in as deadly floods batter Australia
Australia ramped up its military response to deadly flooding in the country's northeast Tuesday, as troops prepared for a massive clean-up following storms which killed four and swamped thousands of homes.
Australia calls up troops to deal with deadly floods
SYDNEY (AFP) - Australia ramped up its military response to deadly flooding in the country's northeast Tuesday, as troops prepared for a massive clean-up operation following storms which killed four and left thousands of homes swamped.
Live Flooding disaster hits Australias east coast
Floodwaters in Bundaberg have peaked, but more than 7,000 people are unable to return to their homes as the city remains in the grip of its worst flood on record.
Australian Open 2013 Andy Murray loses to Novak Djokovic
MIKE DICKSON: The man Andy Murray had to beat to win a second Grand Slam final was Novak Djokovic, whose 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-2 victory provided him with a sixth major title, elevating him alongside Stefan Edberg and Boris Becker at the age of just 25.
Australian Open 2013 the great rivalry with Novak Djokovic will be the making of Andy Murray
Boris Becker: the great rivalry with Novak Djokovic will be the making of Andy Murray.
VIDEO Djokovic wins fourth Australian Open title
The story of how world number one Novak Djokovic won his fourth Australian Open title by defeating Britain's Andy Murray in Melbourne.
Novak Djokovic wins Australian Open
World No.1 Novak Djokovic has won his third consecutive Aust Open title against Scotsman Andy Murray.
Australian Open 2013 Andy Murray is no longer a nearly man despite the distress signals against Novak Djokovic
Paul Hayward: three grand slam finals shows Andy Murray has traded vulnerability for new-found strength.
Australian radio show at heart of royal prank taken off air permanently
An Australian radio show whose prank targeting Prince William's pregnant wife went horribly wrong has been taken off the air for good.
Kevin Spacey celebrates with Novak Djokovic after Australian Open win
Actor Kevin Spacey helped tennis ace Novak Djokovic celebrate his win over British hopeful Andy Murray in the Australian Open final on Sunday (27Jan13) and even got the chance to lift the championship trophy himself.
Australia to bat first against Sri Lanka
Australia has won the toss and elected to bat first in Saturday's Twenty20 international against Sri Lanka.
Australia v Sri Lanka
Australia hosts visiting Sri Lanka in a rare international Twenty20match at the MCG.
Major floods hammer northern Australia
Two people were missing and the body of a third was recovered from raging floodwaters as severe storms pounded northeastern Australia on Sunday, forcing more than 1,000 to flee their homes.
Russell Crowe to host Australian Academy Awards
Russell Crowe is to host two of the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts' (AACTA) upcoming trio of awards ceremonies.
Australian Open Victoria Azarenka beats Li Na in dramatic final
Victoria Azarenka successfully defended her Australian Open title by rallying for a 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory over China's Li Na.
Mats Wilander Andy Murray will need brains as well as brawn to beat Novak Djokovic and win Australian Open
Mats Wilander: Andy Murray will need more brains than brawn if he is to overcome Novak Djokovic in Sunday's Australian Open final.
Tennis Australian Open mens singles champions
List of Australian Open men's singles champions since the event began in 1905 (Australian unless stated): 2013 Novak Djokovic (Serbia) bt Andy Murray (Britain)
Australian Open mens singles champions
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - List of Australian Open men's singles champions since the event began in 1905 (Australian unless stated): 2013 Novak Djokovic (Serbia) bt Andy Murray (Britain) 6-7 7-6 6-3 6-2 2012 Novak Djokovic (Serbia) bt Rafa Nadal (Spain) 5-7 6-4 6-2 6-7 7-5 2011 Novak Djokovic (Serbia) bt Andy ...
Australian Open Mens Final Open Thread Novak Djokovic v Andy Murray
It's a rematch of the 2012 US Open final Sunday night in Melbourne when Novak Djokovic collides with Andy Murray for the Australian Open title. The two 25-year-old rivals meet for an 18th time and for a third straight year in the first Grand Slam of the season.
Tennis Australian Open mens singles champions
MELBOURNE, Jan 27 (Reuters) - List of Australian Open men'ssingles champions since the event began in 1905 (Australianunless stated): 2013 Novak Djokovic (Serbia) bt Andy Murray (Britain) 6-7 7-66-3 6-2 2012 Novak Djokovic (Serbia) bt Rafa Nadal (Spain) 5-7 6-4 6-26-7 7-5 2011 Novak Djokovic (Serbia) bt Andy Murray (Britain) ...
Our 50 greatest Australians
HOW do you choose the 50 greatest Australians? On this Australia Day long weekend, Billy Rule takes on the task of judging our best ever.
Australian Open flashback Jimmy Connors and the double fault heard round the world
Before the 1975 final, Connors figured John Newcombe was all bluster. "Newcombe should do more talking with his racquet and less with his mouth," he said.
Australian Open 2013 diary will Bernie have a Barry against Feddie where
Fingers crossed for a Tomic-Federer match-up in the third round; and injury strikes Brian Baker again Today the Diary goes short and sweet. Got to stock up on energy for Thursday when, apparently, it's going to be so hot we will barely be able to hold on to a cold ...
Maria Sharapova Headed for Crash Course with Serena Williams at Australian Open
Since beating Serena Williams at the 2004 Wimbledon, we just kinda knew that Maria Sharapova and Williams would have it out over everything over the next few years. Like Pete Sampras against Andre Agassi, Roger Federer facing Rafael Nadal and Jimmy Connors vs. John McEnroe, sometimes the great rivalries are ...
Major floods hammer northern Australia hundreds of homes evacuated
January 27, 2013 12:35 PM SYDNEY - A man was missing in raging floodwaters and hundreds of homes were evacuated in northeastern Australia as storms pelted Queensland state on Sunday, with the army put on standby as the weather worsened.
Date Krumm 42 wins again at Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Kimiko Date-Krumm is still winning in the Grand Slam arena at age 42, much to the dismay of her former peers. Asked what her 1990s-era rivals such as Steffi Graf and Gabriela Sabatini say when they see her, Date-Krumm said: "Everybody say to me, 'You are ...
Australian Open No big secret as Date Krumm becomes oldest winner
When Kimiko Date-Krumm first played at the Australian Open some 23 years ago, she beat American Pam Shriver.
Jon Wertheim Fifty thoughts from dramatic Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia -- Emptying the files from the 2013 Australian Open ...
Australian Open Mens Finals Results
2013 -- Novak Djokovic def. Andy Murray, 6-7 (2), 7-6 (3), 6-3, 6-2. 2012 -- Novak Djokovic def. Rafael Nadal, 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7 (5), 7-5. 2011 -- Novak Djokovic def. Andy Murray, 6-4, 6-2, 6-3.
Australian radio network dumps royal hoax show
An Australian radio show at the centre of a hoax call controversy involving Britain's Prince William and his pregnant wife Catherine has been taken off air permanently, the network said Monday.
Victoria Azarenka likely to receive frosty reception at womens Australian Open final against Li Na
For all their winner-takes-all approach to sport, the public here have a high respect for fair play and sportsmanship, which is likely to ensure that Victoria Azarenka is given a frosty reception when the defending champion takes on Li Na in tomorrow's final of the Australian Open.
Andy Murray claims first set over Roger Federer in Australian Open semi final
Andy Murray made a strong start to his Australian Open semi-final against Roger Federer, taking the opening set 6-4.
Australias cricket system failing
Australian cricket is facing the prospect of more Ashes humiliation and is in danger of descending into disarray, writes Ian Chappell .
Roger Federer Why Legend Will Win 5th Australian Open Title
The King is back, and after failing to reach the finals at the Australian Open in each of the last two tournaments, Roger Federer is ready to claim his fifth title at Melbourne Park.  With a win, Federer would move past Ken Rosewall, Andre Agassi and Jack Crawford and move ...
Djokovic Murray set for Australian final
MELBOURNE, Jan. 26 (UPI) -- Novak Djokovic goes for tennis history in the finals at the Australian Open but Andy Murray would add luster to a recently glowing resume with a win Sunday.
Australia Day honours abound for UQ community in 2013
For their outstanding service in a range of fields, an inspiring and distinguished group of staff, students and alumni from The University of Queensland community have been honoured in the 2013 Australia Day awards and honours list.
Andy Murray one set away from victory over Roger Federer in Australian Open semi final
Andy Murray made a strong start to his Australian Open semi-final against Roger Federer, taking the opening set 6-4.
Andy Murray beats Roger Federer to move into Australian Open final
Andy Murray made a strong start to his Australian Open semi-final against Roger Federer, taking the opening set 6-4.
Tennis Australian Open womens singles champions
MELBOURNE, Jan 26 (Reuters) - List of Australian Openwomen's singles champions since the event began in 1922(Australian unless stated): 2013 Victoria Azarenka (Belarus) bt Li Na (China) 4-6 6-4 6-3 2012 Victoria Azarenka (Belarus) bt Maria Sharapova (Russia)6-3 6-0 2011 Kim Clijsters (Belgium) bt Li Na (China) 3-6 6-3 6-3 ...
Australian Open Tired Murray to face Djokovic in final Preview
Andy Murray spent four hours to beat Roger Federer for the first time in a Grand Slam match. The Scot admitted that he would need decent rest to recover from the fractious finish in the semifinal if he is to take the Australian Open title away from Novak Djokovic Sunday.
Australian Open 2013 Andy Murray mush hit peak to beat Novak Djokovic in final
Andy Murray is hoping his new-found ability to produce his best tennis on the game's biggest stages will continue as he looks to make history against Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final.
Australian Open 2013 Andy Murray must hit peak to beat Novak Djokovic in final
Andy Murray is hoping his new-found ability to produce his best tennis on the game's biggest stages will continue as he looks to make history against Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final.
Andy Murray defeats Roger Federer to move into Australian Open final
Four months after overcoming Novak Djokovic to become the first British man to win a Grand Slam singles title for 76 years, Andy Murray will attempt to make another piece of history by beating him here on Sunday in the final of the Australian Open. Murray moved within one win ...
Andre Agassi on drug testing his Australian Open pick
Andre Agassi says one of the biggest regrets of his career was waiting until 1995 - a full decade after turning professional - to play in the Australian Open.
Agassi makes 1st return to Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Andre Agassi says one of the biggest regrets of his career was waiting until 1995 - a full decade after turning professional - to play in the Australian Open.
Agassi makes first return to Australian Open
Andre Agassi says one of the biggest regrets of his career was waiting until 1995 - a full decade after turning professional - to play in the Australian Open.
Li Na Overpowers Sharapova at Australian Open
Victoria Azarenka beat Sloane Stephens in the Australian Open semifinals after taking a controversial injury timeout. She will face Li Na in the final.
Australian Open 2013 Womens Finals Results for Victoria Azarenka vs. Li Na
In one of the most dramatic tournaments in years, tennis phenom and World's No. 1 female tennis player Victoria Azarenka captured her second straight Australian Open victory by beating Li Na 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the Women's Finals. Li played valiantly in the final matchup of the tournament, but two ...
Charlie Parker 3 Plays With Alligators at Australian Wildlife Park
ABC News' John Muller reports: Three-year-old Charlie Parker is being billed as Australia's youngest wildlife ranger. The little boy is fearless, and he loves reptiles. His best friend is Pablo, a boa constrictor that measures 8 feet in length. Photos of Charlie playing in the...
Tearful Victoria Azarenka trumps ailing Li Na in Melbourne to retain Australian Open title
During the on-court presentations here last night following Victoria Azarenka's 4-6 6-4 6-3 victory in the final over an injured Li Na, Sandy Roberts, the master of ceremonies, beckoned the runner-up to come forward. "She's battered and bruised and quite possibly buggered," Roberts announced to the world.
Australian Open 2013 Andy Murray vs Gilles Simon as it happened
Andy Murray won a place in the Australian Open quarter-finals as he eased past Gilles Simon without dropping a set.
Victoria Azarenka ends Sloane Stephens remarkable Australian Open run
Sloane Stephens' remarkable run here at the Australian Open finally came to an end today.
Australian Open Victoria Azarenka ends Sloane Stephens remarkable run
Sloane Stephens' remarkable run here at the Australian Open finally came to an end today.
Li Na crushes Maria Sharapova to power through to Australian Open final
Li Na crushed Maria Sharapova with a magnificent display to power into her second Australian Open final today.
Li routs Sharapova to reach Australian Open final
By Ian Ransom MELBOURNE (Reuters) - China's Li Na sent Maria Sharapova crashing out of the Australian Open with a 6-2 6-2 thrashing in searing heat to advance to her second Melbourne Pa...
Bodylines final legacy may be an Australian republic
There's no one source of our national character. It comes from our indigenous heritage, the struggles of the early settlers, the Federation period, and, of course, our nation's experiences at war.
Australia Day 2013 Honours List Save
Jan. 26, 2013, 12:01 a.m. The Honourable Alexander John Downer , SA. For eminent service to the Parliament of Australia through the advancement of international relations and foreign policy, particularly in the areas of security, trade and humanitarian aid, and to the community of South Australia.
Australia Day 2013 Honours List
The full Australia Day 2013 Honours List.
Staff and alumni honoured with Australia Day Ambassador role
Eleven University of Queensland staff and alumni have been named as 2013 Queensland Australia Day Ambassadors.
Elizabeth Hurleys horrific return from Australia as she finds two of her beloved dogs are suspected victims of .
There is no evidence to support foul play, and the Labradors might simply have eaten something that didn't agree with them.
Victoria Azarenka Li Na advance to Australian Open womens final
They each roll to straight-set victories. Novak Djokovic advances to men's final with a rout of David Ferrer. MELBOURNE, Australia -- Defending champion Victoria Azarenka advanced to the Australian Open final Thursday with a 6-1, 6-4 win over 19-year-old American Sloane Stephens.
Australian Open 2013 Novak Djokovic keeps his shirt on this time
MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic is really starting to get the hang of how to handle himself at the Australian Open. An expression often used Down Under — "Keep your shirt on" — is designed to discourage anyone from becoming unnecessarily overexcited. Djokovic took it literally ...
Australian Open Bopanna Hsieh lose in quarters
India's Rohan Bopanna partnering Su-Wei Hsieh of Chinese Taipei lost their mixed doubles quarterfinal match of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park here Wednesday. Playing against the Czech-Polish pairing of Kveta Peschke and Marcin Matkowski, Hsieh-Bopanna lost 2-6, 3-6 in 58 minutes at the Margaret Court Arena. Though the Indo-Taipei ...
Australian Open exit painful for Serena Williams
Serena Williams was cruising toward her 16th Grand Slam tournament championship, another notch in her belt on the way to catching Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert with their 18 titles -- and maybe even Helen Wills (19), Steffi Graf (22) and Margaret Court (24) beyond them.
Australian Open loss painful for Serena Williams
Serena Williams was cruising toward her 16th Grand Slam tournament championship, another notch in her belt on the way to catching Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert with their 18 titles -- and maybe even Helen Wills (19), Steffi Graf (22) and Margaret Court (24) beyond them.
Andy Murray reaches Australian Open final
Andy Murray today clinched a place in Sunday's final of the Australian Open when he beat Roger Federer in five sets.
Serena Williams Victoria Azarenka Roger Federer Andy Murray in Australian Open draws
First Quarter: Djokovic beats Berdych. After seeing the relatively easy draw in their quarter and half, Team Djokovic must have gone to a Serbian bar for five rounds of Slivovitz. Djokovic is unlikely to be troubled by Querrey/Baker or Wawrinka.
On this day Glasgow scouts convicts to Australia Sheridan Clinton and Lewinsky
On this day in 1998 US president Bill Clinton went on television to deny having had an affair with intern Monica Lewinsky
Australia T20 underachievers Bailey
Australian T20 captain George Bailey says his team need to turn around the perception they're underachievers in the short form.
Hussey dropped from Australias ODI squad
Melbourne, Jan 25 (IANS) David Hussey was Friday dropped from the One-Day International (ODI) squad announced by Cricket Australia (CA) for the first two matches against the West Indies, being replaced by Victorian statemate Aaron Finch.
Man Versus Shark Grandfather 62 Saves Toddlers In Australia Video
Forget Tom Jones and Shirley Bassey - Wales has a new hero! Welsh holidaymaker Paul Marshallsea narrowly escaped injury after lunging at a shark that...
Laura Robson cool ahead of Petra Kvitova match at Australian Open
• Briton excited about facing No8 seed in Rod Laver Arena • 'It's going to be a tough match, but I'm looking forward to it' Laura Robson, whose career began in a blaze as a Wimbledon starlet four years ago, is becoming accustomed to the big stage. After seeing off ...
Andy Murray beats Ricardas Berankis to reach Australian Open fourth round
Andy Murray beats sometime-sparring partner Ricardas Berankis 6-3 6-4 7-5 in third round of Australian Open The analogy is only mildly far-fetched but, when Muhammad Ali finally traded blows for money in public with his long-time sparring partner, Larry Holmes, he paid for it with a painful beating. Andy Murray, ...
Australian pair into boys quarters at Open
Australians Thanasi Kokkinakis and Nick Kyrgios are through to the quarter-finals of the boys singles at the Australian Open.
All jokes aside top ranked Novak Djokovic hoping for a hat trick of Australian Open titles
MELBOURNE, Australia - Novak Djokovic shelved the conventional preparations for a while, warming up for a shot at a third consecutive Australian title with a bit of weekend hit-and-giggle and a Gangnam Style dance with Serena Williams.
Local News Dave Grohls Sound City movie to screen in Australia for one night only
Dave Grohl's 'Sound City' documentary will be screened "for one night only" at select cinemas across Australia on Thursday, January 31.
Federer pays homage to late Australian coach
He's as Swiss as Lindt chocolate, but Roger Federer says Australian traits are "locked into my DNA" and credits his late coach Peter Carter for shaping the most successful career in grand slam history.
Australians vie for screen shine
Tales of the forbidden loom large at the Sundance Film Festival.
Australians vie for screen shine at Sundance
Tales of the forbidden loom large at this year's event, with Nicole Kidman starring in offbeat horror film Stoker .
Australians vie for screen shine at Sundance Save
Jan. 22, 2013, 10:30 a.m. FILM legend Robert Redford had warned that this year's Sundance Film Festival would be different, and he wasn't kidding.
Novak Djokovic Looks to Add to Legacy in Australian Open Mens Final
After breezing past David Ferrer in straight sets 6-2, 6-2, 6-1, Novak Djokovic is back in the Australian Open Final. Djokovic needed five sets to knock out Stanislas Wawrinka in the fourth round and defeated Tomas Berdych in four sets in the quarterfinals, but Djokovic played his best tennis of ...
More top names for 2013 Womens Australian Open
WORLD top 10 players Suzann Pettersen, So-Yeon Ryu, Jiyai Shin, fan favourite Laura Davies and teen star Lexi Thompson are the latest big names to confirm their start at the ISPS Handa Women's Australian Open.
Ko joins top field in Australian Open
The Women's Australian Open at Royal Canberra next month will feature five of the world's top-10 players.
Australian tourist David Ward went to Ashton library to start work on a family tree and found his cousin working there
David Ward decided to draw up his family tree during his visit to Britain and wandered into Ashton-under-Lyne's Central Library. He asked archivist Anne Turner for help – and was astonished to discover she was his second cousin.
Australia salvage series draw
A three-wicket burst from Tasmanian spinner Xavier Doherty set Australia on their way to a 32-run, series-saving victory over Sri Lanka in Hobart on Wednesday, but the home side had to survive a late scare in the face of an Angelo Mathews onslaught to square the Series...
A three wicket burst from Tasmanian spinner Xavier Doherty set Australia on their way to a 32 run win over Sri Lanka .
Set 248 to win the match and clinch their second series victory Down Under since 2010, Sri Lanka could not find a top-order batsman to match Australia centurion Phil Hughes' earlier efforts and, despite a dashing knock from Mathews (67) in the middle order, were eventually bowled out for 215 ...
Cricket Sri Lanka put Australia in to bat in final ODI
Sri Lanka won the toss and put Australia in to bat Wednesday in the fifth and final one-day international, with the hosts needing a win to level the series.
Cricket Australia salvage series draw
A three-wicket burst from Tasmanian spinner Xavier Doherty set Australia on their way to a 32-run, series-saving victory over Sri Lanka in Hobart on Wednesday, but the home side had to survive a late scare in the face of an Angelo Mathews onslaught to square the Series.
Australia v Sri Lanka Aussies salvage ODI series draw
Australia (247-5) beat Sri Lanka (215) by 32 runs Three-wicket burst from Xavier Doherty sets Australia on way - but hosts have to survive a late Angelo Mathews onslaught.
Australian Open flashback The Andre Agassi Pete Sampras rivalry reaches its peak
The Sampras-Agassi rivalry makes clear just how much surface type made a difference a decade ago.
Sloane Stephens upsets Serena Williams at Australian Open
There are few moments when you can physically see the changing of the guard happening. One that comes to my golfing mind was Jack Nicklaus standing on the Swilcan Bridge, waving to the crowd during his last British Open as … Continue reading ?
Australian Green has Augusta in mind for dad
ABU DHABI (Reuters) - Richard Green is launching his new season at the Abu Dhabi Championship this week and, anxious to make a dream come true for his 70-year-old father George, he already has Augusta in April very much on his mind. The Australian left-hander has made only one previous ...
INTERVIEW Golf Australian Green has Augusta in mind for dad
ABU DHABI, Jan 17 (Reuters) - Richard Green is launching his new season at the Abu Dhabi Championship this week and, anxious to make a dream come true for his 70-year-old father George, he already has Augusta in April very much on his mind. The Australian left-hander has made only ...
Sloane Stephens beats Serena Williams at Australian Open
Has there been a better post-match reaction than Stephens' look of utter shock and surprise? After the match, the normally even-keeled Stephens was moved to tears during her on-court interview with Rennae Stubbs.
Ellen DeGeneres Will Send Australian Fans to LA Before She Comes Here
There is a lot of love for Ellen DeGeneres in Australia, proven by all the excitement over her announcement that she's coming here for the first time in March. To ensure Ellen Fever doesn't die down before then, the popular daytime TV host posted a series of tweets on her ...
Australian Open 2013 Day 11
Australian Open 2013 Schedule for Day 11: Thursday 24 January 2013 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Men's Doubles - Semifinals Bob Bryan (USA)[1 ] v. Simone Bolelli (ITA) Mike Bryan (USA)[1 ] Fabio Fognini (ITA) Not Before 1:30 PM 2...
Azarenka Moves On in Australia
MELBOURNE, Australia - With her most famous fan sitting in the crowd wearing a shirt reminding her to keep calm, defending champion Victoria Azarenka overcame some early jitters to beat Svetlana Kuznetsova 7-5, 6-1 on Wednesday and advance to the...
and SNO 145 The Last New Wave 70s Australian Film at Lincoln Center
The Last New Wave, the Film Society of Lincoln Center's survey of Australian film in the 1970s, opens on Friday.
James Lawton Ice baths and icy aggression point way to Australian Open triumph for Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic provided an engaging picture of himself after feeding the powerful and talented Tomas Berdych into the tennis equivalent of a shredding machine.
James Lawton Ice baths and aggression point way to Australian Open triumph for Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic provided an engaging picture of himself after feeding the powerful and talented Tomas Berdych into the tennis equivalent of a shredding machine.
Victoria Azarenka Escapes 6 4 4 6 6 2 vs. Jamie Hampton at Australian Open
The Australian Open's defending champion Victoria Azarenka defeated the injured American Jamie Hampton, 6-4, 4-6, 6-2, and Serena Williams cruised past Ayumi Morita, 6-1, 6-3, to advance to the fourth round.
Williams Azarenka advance at Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia -- Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka advanced in contrasting styles Saturday to the fourth round at the Australian Open....
Roger Federer vs. Milos Raonic Australian Open 4th Round Preview and Analysis
Is Roger Federer vs. Milos Raonic the most important match of the 2013 Australian Open ? This is only the fourth round, but the future of the ATP tour may be shaped by this result. Federer is the graceful legend who has mesmerized the tennis world with his fluid style ...
Australian Open 2013 Day 10
Australian Open 2013 Schedule for Day 10: Wednesday 23 January 2013 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women's Singles - Quarterfinals Victoria Azarenka (BLR)[1 ] v. Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) Not Before:12:30 PM 2...
Australian dies in Laos after night of partying
Another Australian traveller has died after a night of partying in a South-East Asia country, adding to concerns about binge drinking and potentially fatal locally made cocktails.
Australian Open classic encounters
A list of classic Australian Open matches.
Serena Williams Sloane Stephens meet in Australian Open quarterfinals
• No. 1 Victoria Azarenka vs. Svetlana Kuznetsova (first match, Rod Laver Arena): Kuzentsova has never been one to mince words. Or let herself off the hook.
Novak Djokovic Maria Sharapova in quarterfinal action on Day 9 of Australian Open
No. 4 David Ferrer vs. No. 10 Nicolas Almagro (second match, Rod Laver Arena): Can anyone beat Nicolas Almagro 13 times in a row? We'll find out as Ferrer puts his 12-0 record against his countryman on the line.
Andy Murray disappointed with Australian Open draw
There was disappointment in Andy Murray's camp at the news that he has been drawn to play the day match tomorrow on Rod Laver Arena against Jeremy Chardy.
Australia recall Marsh Laughlin Voges
Batsmen Aaron Finch, Shaun Marsh and Adam Voges and seamers Ben Laughlin, Ben Cutting and James Faulkner have been named in Australia's squad for this month's Twenty20 International series against Sri Lanka.
Marsh back in Australia fold
Big Bash star Shaun Marsh is among a group of six players named in the T20 squad to take on Sri Lanka who were not involved in last year's World Twenty20...
Cricket Marsh back in Australia fold
Big Bash star Shaun Marsh is among a group of six players named in the T20 squad to take on Sri Lanka who were not involved in last year's World Twenty20.
Australia squad for T20Is against Sri Lanka announced
Melbourne, Jan 21 (IANS) Cricket Australia's National Selection Panel (NSP) Monday announced a 12-member squad for the two Twenty20 Internationals against Sri Lanka to be played in Sydney and Melbourne across the Australia Day long weekend.
Cricket Australia unveil revamped T20 squad
Top-order batsman Shaun Marsh was recalled to Australia's Twenty20 side Monday, joining others who impressed in the domestic Big Bash League to take on Sri Lanka later this month.
Agassi tips Murray for Australian Open success
Andre Agassi, who was Andy Murray's boyhood hero, believes that the Scot can become the first man in the Open era to follow up his first Grand Slam triumph with victory in the following event. No man has performed the feat since Lew Hoad in 1956, but Agassi predicts that ...
Party of the week Qantas spirt of Australia cocktail party Save
Jan. 12, 2013, 4:39 p.m. An elevated shot of the party. Liam Hemsworth and Callan McAuliffe. Miranda Kerr hits the red carpet. Laura Csortan.
Australian Open 2013 Day Nine
Australian Open 2013 Schedule for Day 9: Tuesday 22 January 2013 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women's Singles - Quarterfinals Na Li (CHN)[6 ] v. Agnieszka Radwanska (POL)[4 ] 2. Men's Singles - Quarterfinals David Ferrer (ESP)[4 ] v...
Snooker Selby masters Australias Robertson
Mark Selby won a third Masters title as he beat defending champion Neil Robertson of Australia 10-6 in the final at London's Alexandra Palace on Sunday.
Selby masters Australias Robertson
Mark Selby won a third Masters title as he beat defending champion Neil Robertson of Australia 10-6 in the final at London's Alexandra Palace on Sunday.
Australian Open Ailing Milos Raonic posed no threat to Roger Federer in straight sets loss Cox
Federer still has a way of making good players look very ordinary, Damien Cox writes.
The best photos 2013 Australian Open
Victoria Azarenka of Belarus serves in her second round match against Eleni Daniilidou of Greece during day four of the 2013 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 17, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia.
Odd faces of the Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia - The 2013 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Jan. 18, 2013.
Jon Wertheim Aura abounds at Australian Open
The ball landed in the middle of the court, and Serena Williams took aim. As she maneuvered into place, she cocked her right arm. She planted her feet, balanced, turned, clenched her teeth and then let fly. A blistering forehand, dense with pace, sped over the net and whistled past ...
Jon Wertheim Ferrer takes no quit game to Australian Open semifinals
David Ferrer lacks big weapons, big titles, a big physique and a big personality. While he's the fifth-best tennis player in the world, in this era of the Big Four, that renders him dangerously close to journeyman status. But he has, in abundance, what so many crave: respect within his ...
Australias hopes of a home grown champion look faint
Australia might possess the greatest tennis heritage in the world but one cold, hard fact bites very deep into national pride.
Golden era of Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic starts at Australian Open
• Murray and Djokovic emerge as top two players in the world • Rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal eclipsed What has been whispered in tennis for a little while could emerge as a loud statement of fact at the Australian Open starting here on Sunday: the game's new ...
Australian Open 2013 Laura Robsons stunning win over Petra Kvitova leaves me at a total loss
Matthew Norman For those of us brought up on years of glorious failure, the revival of British tennis is increasingly hard to take
Elizabeth Hurley Curses Out Reporter at Airport in Australia
So tell us how you really feel, Elizabeth Hurley? While strolling earlier this week through Perth airport in Australia with her fiancé, Melbourne Stars cricket player Shane Warne,...
Elizabeth Hurley loses her cool with reporter at Australian airport
Liz Hurley was filmed having an altercation with a reporter at Perth airport yesterday
Elizabeth Hurley looses her cool with reporter at Australian airport
Liz Hurley was filmed having an altercation with a reporter at JFK airport yesterday
Elizabeth Hurley spat with Australian TV reporter caught on video
Liz Hurley's spat with an Australian TV reporter was caught on camera after the woman asked Hurley's fiance Shane Warne about his recent cricket loss.
Australian Open flashback John McEnroes self immolation
If you could put aside McEnroe's toxic mood, there was much to enjoy in this match.
Australian Open 2013 Day Eight
Australian Open 2013 Schedule for Day 8: Monday 21 January 2013 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women's Singles - 4th Round Caroline Wozniacki (DEN)[10 ] v. Svetlana Kuznetsova (RUS) 2...
Makarova Upsets Kerber to Reach Australian Open Quarterfinals
Makarova, the No. 19 seed, won 7-5, 6-4 at Rod Laver Arena to reach the last eight of the season-opening Grand Slam tennis tournament for the second straight year.
Novak Djokovic Maria Sharapova in action on Day 7 of Australian Open
• No. 1 Novak Djokovic vs. No. 15 Stanislas Wawrinka (second night match, Rod Laver Arena): This match may tilt solidly in Djokovic's favor, but it's worth tuning in to see how he fares against a top-20 opponent. The defending champion hasn't lost a set or been broken in his ...
Live Tennis Commentary 2013 Australian Open Day Seven Save
We're officially into the 'business end' of the tournament. Fourth round matches get underway at Melbourne Park as big crowds stream in for the middle Sunday of the 2013 Australian Open. The best action centres on Rod Laver Arena tonight as Ana Ivanovic meets Agnieszaka Radwanksa before world No.1 Novak ...
REPLAY Australian Open Day 5
REPLAY: Second seed Maria Sharapova crushed Venus Williams in tonight's feature match on Rod Laver Arena at the Australian Open.
Cycling Australia boss labels Armstrong delusional
ADELAIDE, Australia (AFP) - Cycling Australia president Klaus Mueller has launched a stinging attack on Lance Armstrong, labelling the self-confessed drug cheat delusional following his interview with Oprah Winfrey.
Home even away Where to spend Australia Day in London this January 26 2013
London is the dog's bollocks, but Australia Day reminds Aussies of what we miss at home. No worries, get a taste of Oz anytime
Serena Murray reach Australian Open sweet 16
MELBOURNE (AFP) - Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka came through their first uncomfortable moments and Andy Murray was also tested before reaching the Australian Open's last 16 on Saturday.
Australian Open Djokovic still has edge over Murray Wilander
Novak Djokovic still has an edge over Andy Murray, according to seven-times Grand Slam champion Mats Wilander.
Tennis UPDATE 14 Tennis Australian Open mens singles round 1 results
Jan 15 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Australian Open Men's Singles Round 1 matches on Tuesday James Duckworth (Australia) beat Benjamin Mitchell
Live tennis commentary 2013 Australian Open day two
Real-time coverage of the second day of the first grand slam event of 2013 - the two-week Australian Open tournament at Melbourne Park.
Tennis UPDATE 15 Tennis Australian Open mens singles round 1 results
Jan 15 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Australian Open Men's Singles Round 1 matches on Tuesday 6-Juan Martin Del Potro (Argentina) beat Adrian
Roger Federer Caroline Wozniacki lead Australian Open Day 8
• No. 2 Roger Federer vs. No. 13 Milos Raonic (second night match, Rod Laver Arena): The way Federer has been moving in this tournament makes me want to revisit my pick of Novak Djokovic for the title. His defense was incredible against Tomic, and he's looked so sharp.
Del Pieros goal splurge in Australia
Italian World Cup winner Alessandro Del Piero scored four goals for the first time in his celebrated 22-year career to spark a revival for Sydney FC in this weekend's Australia's A-League.
Football Del Pieros goal splurge in Australia
Italian World Cup winner Alessandro Del Piero scored four goals for the first time in his celebrated 22-year career to spark a revival for Sydney FC in this weekend's Australia's A-League.
In Australia Del Piero Hits for Four Goals
The former Italy and Juventus star Alessandro Del Piero scored four goals as Sydney routed last-place Wellington, 7-1, Saturday in Australia's A-League.
Novak Djokovic Narrowly Eludes Stan the Man in 5 Epic Sets at Australian Open
Michael Chang defeats Ivan Lendl at the 1989 French Open. Goran Ivanisevic defeats Patrick Rafter at the 2001 Wimbledon Championships. Robin Soderling defeats Rafael Nadal at the 2009 French Open. Now, Stanislas Wawrinka ALMOST defeats Novak Djokovic at the 2013 Australian Open . But not quite. In what can only ...
Rugby Cooper back for Australias Lions training squad
Jan 15 (Reuters) - Controversial flyhalf Quade Cooper returned to the Australia squad on Tuesday, with coach Robbie Deans naming a large 49-man training group ahead of the test series against the British and Irish Lions in June and July. Cooper had looked set to miss the three-test series after ...
Reaction to Novak Djokovics win over Stanislas Wawrinka at Australian Open
Novak Djokovic defeated Stanislas Wawrinka 1-6, 7-5, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 12-10 in the fourth round of the Australian Open on Sunday. The Twitter reaction came fast and furious during the five-hour match, as fellow players, journalists and other tennis types weighed in on the drama in real time.
Djokovic Stans Tall Escapes From Wawrinka Clutches In Australian Open Thriller Federer Serena Monday
The first nine hours at the Australian Open Sunday were about as exciting as watching the clouds drift overhead. Then Novak Djokovic and Stan Wawrinka took the court on Rod Laver and things got good. Real good. And if you stayed up for the entirety, jaw-droppingly good.
Daily Bagel Andy Murray talks PEDs at Australian Open
The Daily Bagel is your dose of the interesting reporting, writing and quipping from around the Internet. • Video: See? I told you the match between Novak Djokovic and Radek Stepanek would have some exo worthy moments.
Heather Watson falls at Australian Open after being outplayed by Agnieszka Radwanska
Heather Watson and Laura Robson have been upstaging each other for much of the last year, but the older of the two British youngsters was unable to outdo her friend and rival here today at the Australian Open. Going on court less than 11 hours after 18-year-old Robson had pulled ...
Muscular Andy Murray tells Australian media Im not too big for my shirt
There is one major question about Andy Murray that appears to be dominating some sections of the media here at the Australian Open.
Heather Watson beaten by fourth seed Agnieszka Radwanska at Australian Open
Heather Watson and Laura Robson have been upstaging each other for much of the last year, but the older of the two British youngsters was unable to outdo her friend and rival here today at the Australian Open. Going on court less than 11 hours after 18-year-old Robson had pulled ...
Dean Jones slams Warne Chappell for criticizing Australian rotation policy
Dean Jones has slammed former Australian players Ian Chappell and Shane Warne for criticizing selectors' dubious rotation policy, adding that resting over-loaded senior players is important in the long run.
Now You See It Free diver holds breath sets Australian record
Tanc Sade is a champion freediver. Freediving is the second most dangerous sport in the world, second only to base jumping.
Video Australian man holds breath for over 6 minutes
Champion freediver Tanc Sade set an Australian record for holding his breath underwater for 6 minutes and 40 seconds. Network Ten's Georgi Glover reports.
Dean Jones advises Australian batsman to take attack to Malinga during ODI series
Australia interim batting coach Dean Jones has urged his batsmen to play aggressively against Sri Lanka pace wizard Lasith Malinga during the one-day series between the two teams, starting on Friday in Melbourne.
Teenagers make statement at Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Kimiko Date-Krumm is the oldest woman in the Australian Open draw at 42, with some competitors less than half her age still in high school.
Roger Federer slams Bernard Tomic to end Australian dreams
Whether you get your news via television, radio, newspapers, the internet or simply by nattering to your neighbour over the garden fence, it has been impossible to escape Bernard Tomic for the last week here. Australia's best prospect has been the talk of the town since the start of the ...
Federer slams Tomic to end Australian dreams
Whether you get your news via television, radio, newspapers, the internet or simply by nattering to your neighbour over the garden fence, it has been impossible to escape Bernard Tomic for the last week here. Australia's best prospect has been the talk of the town since the start of the ...
Muscular Murray tells Australian media Im not too big for my shirt
There is one major question about Andy Murray that appears to be dominating some sections of the media here at the Australian Open.
Local News Rage Against The Machines Tom Morello joins Bruce Springsteens Australian tour
Raging with the Boss.
Tom Morello to join E Street Band for upcoming Australian tour
Bruce Springsteen has recruited Rage Against The Machine star Tom Morello as Steven Van Zandt's stand-in on his upcoming Australian tour.
ENGLISHMAN DARREN ASKEW BEGINS HIS AustraliaN CAMPAIGN WITH BRETT JOHN SMITH ON MARCH 8
English import Darren Askew is set to begin his campaign on the Australian boxing circuit after securing his opponent for his March 8 showdown on S ...
At Australian Open Tough Talk About Armstrong
Players at the Australian Open note the lack of drug scandals afflicting professional tennis.
Straight Sets At Australian Open Tough Talk About Armstrong
Players at the Australian Open note the lack of drug scandals afflicting professional tennis.
UPDATE 12 Tennis Australian Open mens singles round 2 results
Jan 17 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Australian Open Men's Singles Round 2 matches on Thursday 9-Richard Gasquet (France) beat Alejandro Falla (Colombia) 6-3 6-2 6-2 2-Roger Federer (Switzerland) beat Nikolay Davydenko (Russia) 6-3 6-4 6-4 Ivan Dodig (Croatia) beat Jarkko Nieminen (Finland) 6-3 6-7(3) 6-3 6-7(4) 6-1 6-Juan ...
Tennis UPDATE 12 Tennis Australian Open mens singles round 2 results
Jan 17 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Australian Open Men's Singles Round 2 matches on Thursday 9-Richard Gasquet (France) beat Alejandro Falla
Tennis UPDATE 25 Tennis Australian Open mens singles round 1 results
Jan 15 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the Australian Open Men's Singles Round 1 matches on Tuesday Benjamin Becker (Germany) beat Aljaz Bedene (Slovenia)
Andy Murrary defeats Joao Sousa to ease into third round of Australian Open
Andy Murray disposed of Joao Sousa in clinical fashion today to ease into the third round of the Australian Open.
Andy Murray defeats Joao Sousa to ease into third round of Australian Open
On an afternoon of stifling heat Andy Murray wasted little time in winning his second-round match at the Australian Open here today.
Will Australia regain the Ashes where
BURNING QUESTIONS FOR 2013: Will the new-look Australian side finally get some revenge on the English?
Grandstand Live Australian Open Day Four
Welcome to Grandstand's rolling coverage of day four of the Australian Open.
As it Happened Australian Open Day Four
Look back at Grandstand's rolling coverage of day four of the Australian Open, which included Bernard Tomic's four-set win in the second round.
Grandstand Live Australian Open Day Five
Welcome to Grandstand's rolling coverage of day five of the Australian Open as the first players make their moves towards the quarter-finals.
LIVE Australian Open Day 4
FOLLOW all the action from day 4 at the Australian Open as we take you through all the big moments. SEE THE DAY 4 SCHEDULE.
Craig Campbell Returns to Australia
Craig Campbell is headed Down Under this week with a full schedule of performances for his second visit to Australia. He'll perform multiple times at the Tamworth Festival and will also take part in the 41st CMAA Country Music Awards of Australia on January 26. In celebration of Craig's performance ...
Federer Tomic trade barbs at Australian Open
One year ago, a star-struck Bernard Tomic was left shaking his head in disbelief as he was taken apart by the great Roger Federer. This time around, his attitude is a little less reverent.
Australian Open 2013 Time to Take Tomic Seriously where
The last time the tennis world saw Australia's next hopeful Bernard Tomic on a big stage, it was not a pretty sight. His game was nowhere to be found against a red-hot Andy Roddick on Arthur Ashe Stadium and he was later accused of tanking during the 6-3, 6-4, 6-0 ...
Australian Open 2013 Laura Robson relishes sharing spotlight with Roger Federer on Rod Laver Arena
There are not many greater honours than sharing a bill with Roger Federer - which is what British No 2 will do when she faces Petra Kvitova
John Travolta duets with Keith Urban at Australian party
John Travolta embraced his love of Australia by duetting with country star Keith Urban at an antipodean celebration in Los Angeles this week.
Exclusive Hampshire aid Australia in bid for Ashes rule
Hampshire have announced a ground-breaking deal with Cricket Australia under which the county will act as a finishing school for the country's best young players.
Australian Open 2013 Day Four
Australian Open 2013 Schedule for Day 4: Thursday 17 January 2013 Rod Laver Arena 11:00 AM Start Time 1. Women's Singles - 2nd Round Victoria Azarenka (BLR)[1 ] v. Eleni Daniilidou (GRE) 2. Women's Singles - 2nd Round Serena Williams (USA)[3 ] v...
Australian Open Order of play Day four
The order of play for day four of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.
Heather Watson snatches victory from jaws of defeat in Australian Open
Heather Watson has played many better matches but the 20-year-old Briton has rarely shown more spirit than she did in reaching the third round of the Australian Open here today. In a contest littered with mistakes by both players, Watson saved three match points against Ksenia Pervak before winning 4-6, ...
Sex Requirement for Horses Upheld by Australian Judge
Racehorses must have physical sex for their foals to be considered thoroughbreds, an Australian judge ruled, upholding an international requirement that prohibits the use of artificial insemination.
Andy Murray cruises into round two of Australian Open
Andy Murray insisted he felt no different going on court today as a Grand Slam champion, but the world No 3 delivered a performance that spoke volumes for the confidence generated by his US Open victory last year. Murray got his Australian Open campaign under way with a crushing 6-3, ...
Australian RR champs Dominant Durbridge adds road race gold to time trial success
Orica GreenEdge one-two in men's road race
Dominant Durbridge becomes first winner of Australian RR and TT in same season
Orica GreenEdge one-two in men's road race
Jon Wertheim Stars shine on opening day of Australian Open
MELBOURNE, Australia -- It's late summer down here. It's the dead of winter up there. But Monday -- opening day of the Australian Open -- had the distinct feel of the first day of school. Players reunited in the halls; they showed off their new tans and tats and outfits ...
Hot Start In Australia
MELBOURNE, Australia -- It's late summer down here. It's the dead of winter up there. But Monday -- opening day of the Australian Open -- had the distinct feel of the first day of school. Players reunited in the halls; they showed off their new tans and tats and outfits ...
Quade Cooper puts boxing career on hold and returns to Australia rugby squad for Lions training camp
CONTROVERSIAL flyhalf Quade Cooper returned to the Australia squad today, with coach Robbie Deans naming a 49-man training group ahead of the British and Irish Lions test series.
Cooper back for Australias Lions training squad
(Reuters) - Controversial flyhalf Quade Cooper returned to the Australia squad on Tuesday, with coach Robbie Deans naming a large 49-man training group ahead of the test series against the British and Irish Lions in June and July. Cooper had looked set to miss the three-test series after a public ...
Laura Robson overcomes Melanie Oudin to move into second round of Australian Open
Laura Robson followed the example of Heather Watson 24 hours earlier to move into the second round of the Australian Open for the first time here today. Robson, playing in the city of her birth, delighted a large and supportive crowd on Court Three by sweeping aside Melanie Oudin 6-2, 6-3.
Tennis Australian Open order of play day three
MELBOURNE, Jan 15 (Reuters) - Order of play on the main showcourts at the Australian Open on Wednesday (play starts at 0000 GMT on all courts, prefix denotes seeding): Rod Laver Arena Irina-Camelia Begu (Romania) v 4-Agnieszka Radwanska (Poland) Guillaume Rufin (France) v 5-Tomas Berdych (Czech) Zheng Jie (China) v ...
Tennis Tennis Australian Open order of play day three
MELBOURNE, Jan 15 (Reuters) - Order of play on the main showcourts at the Australian Open on Wednesday (play starts at 0000 GMT on all courts, prefix denotes
Sharapova takes on junior men ahead of Australian Open
With all the talk about Serena Williams extending her current streak of major titles to three -- another Serena Slam in the making -- Maria Sharapova has another Williams more on her mind ahead of the Australian Open: Venus.
Australian Open Bring on the heat says Federer
Searing heat forecast to hit Melbourne Park's second round matches on Thursday holds no fear for Roger Federer.
Australian Open 2013 Ivan Lendl warns Andy Murray
Ivan Lendl has warned Andy Murray on the eve of the Australian Open that he must keep improving if he is to add to his grand slam tally. Friday's draw put world No 3 Murray in the same half as Roger Federer.
Mali crisis is Australias big UN test says envoy
The unfolding crisis in Mali is Australia's first great test as a member of the United Nations Security Council, said the Australian ambassador to the UN, Gary Quinlan, after an emergency meeting called by France.
Australian Open Order of play Day three
The order of play for day three of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.
Johnson latest Australian quick injured
Paceman Mitchell Johnson is the latest Australian fast bowler to miss a match through injury.
Another Australian dies after partying in Asia
THIS week another Australian died in Asia after drinking a potentially fatal cocktail. Darwin man, Kane Scriven, died after a night of drinking in Laos. He was 40-years-old. It's not the first time this has happened, in fact in recent years this has become an all too common occurrence. Last ...
Australian Open set for a smash hit
The Australian Open has officially opened, with the first day's play getting under way at Melbourne Park.
Grandstand Live Australian Open Day One
Welcome to Grandstand's rolling coverage of the Australian Open, where we'll bring you the latest scores, updates and interviews from Melbourne Park.
Australia Year of the women
How shock jock kicked Australia's women into action
Durbridge defends national time trial title Gillow and Howson also take gold in Australian champs
Race against the clock begins championship programme
Australian cycling boss defends sport
Cycling Australia president Klaus Mueller is pleased with the outcome of the sport's anti-doping review.
Heather Watson battles through to second round of Australian Open
Heather Watson has regularly proved herself to be a gritty competitor and dug deep here at the Australian Open to win her first match on the opening day of the tournament.
Ellen DeGeneres Is Coming to Australia Watch Her Exciting Announcement
It's the announcement Australian Ellen DeGeneres fans have been waiting to hear for what seems like forever: Ellen is coming to Australia! The comedian made the announcement on her show with the help of special guest Nicole Kidman during the taping of her show on Thursday. Swisse Vitamins is partnering ...
Home comforts are hard to find for Australia as only one player from nine goes through
Fans of British tennis, familiar with such experiences at Wimbledon, would have been able to sympathise with the home crowd here on the opening day of the Australian Open. Nine Australians went into battle and only one survived to fight another day, Sam Stosur putting a catalogue of past disappointments ...
Tennis Tomic and Stosur carry Australian hopes in Melbourne
MELBOURNE, Jan 13 (Reuters) - Take a walk around the Grand Slam Oval at Melbourne Park and it is easy to see why Australia has such high expectations of tennis success. A long semi-circle of bronze busts of the likes of Rod Laver, Margaret Court, Roy Emerson and Evonne Goolagong ...
Grandstand Live Australian Open Day Two
Welcome to Grandstand's rolling coverage of the Australian Open, where we'll bring you the latest scores, updates and interviews from Melbourne Park.
Tomic and Stosur carry Australian hopes in Melbourne
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Take a walk around the Grand Slam Oval at Melbourne Park and it is easy to see why Australia has such high expectations of tennis success. A long semi-circle of bronze busts of the likes of Rod Laver, Margaret Court, Roy Emerson and Evonne Goolagong bear witness ...
Australian Open Day 2 preview Serena Williams Roger Federer
No. 2 Roger Federer vs. Benoit Paire (third match, Rod Laver Arena): This should be fun. Especially if Paire goes for shots like this . No. 10 Caroline Wozniacki vs. Sabine Lisicki (first match, Hisense Arena): Wozniacki couldn't have asked for a tougher first-round match.
Australias most wasteful spending came in Howard era finds IMF
Australia'S most needless wasteful spending took place under the John Howard-led Coalition government rather than under the Whitlam, Rudd or Gillard Labor governments, a study has found.
Tennis Revised Australian Open mens singles draw
MELBOURNE, Jan 13 (Reuters) - Revised Australian Open men'ssingles draw after final qualifying (prefix denotes seeding;w-indicates wild card; q-denotes qualifier): 1-Novak Djokovic (Serbia) v Paul-Henri Mathieu (France) Ryan Harrison (U.S.) v Santiago Giraldo (Colombia) q-Arnau Bruges-Davi (Spain) v Felciano Lopez (Spain) Viktor Troicki (Serbia) v 31-Radek Stepanek (Czech Republic) 20-Sam ...
Nicole Kidman My Daughters Sunday and Faith Have a and quot Mix of Australian and Southern and quot Accents
Appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show Jan. 11, the Grace of Monaco actress opened up about daughters Sunday Rose , 4, and Faith Margaret , 2. "They were both born in Nashville, and we live in Tennessee now," the Academy Award winner said.
Sri Lanka hammer Australia by eight wickets
Australia suffered more injury worries  and a debutant's dream turned into a nightmare in a sobering eight-wicket loss to Sri Lanka in Sunday's one-dayer in Adelaide.
Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 arrives in Australia
PC manufacturer, Lenovo, has launched its ThinkPad Tablet 2 in Australia through distributors Ingram Micro and Synnex, following the product's US release in late December.
Australian Open 2013 Chris Evert on Serena Fed and Other Topics
As the Australian Open , the first major of 2013, gets underway Sunday in Melbourne, there are a number of interesting questions arising. When the 2012 season came to an end tennis fans saw very interesting storylines beginning to take shape. Last week just before she left for Melbourne I ...
Clarke returns to steady Australia
Skipper Michael Clarke returned to the one-day squad to lead Australia after a thrashing by Sri Lanka and an ear-bashing over selection policy from former stars.
Cricket Clarke returns to steady Australia
Skipper Michael Clarke returned Monday to the one-day squad to lead Australia after a thrashing by Sri Lanka and an ear-bashing over selection policy from former stars.
Daily Bagel Donald Young in Australian Open qualifying
The Daily Bagel is your dose of the interesting reporting, writing and quipping from around the Internet.
Djokovic starts Australia defence against Mathieu
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - World number one Novak Djokovic's bid for a third successive Australian Open title has been given a boost with a relatively smooth draw in the first grand slam of the season. The 25-year-old Serb kicks off his title defence with a first round tie against unseeded Frenchman ...
UPDATE 1 Tennis Djokovic starts Australia defence against Mathieu
(adds quotes, details) * Top seed Djokovic meets unseeded Frenchman in first round * Federer, Sharapova face tough first week MELBOURNE, Jan 11 (Reuters) - World number one Novak Djokovic's bid for a third successive Australian Open title has been given a boost with a relatively smooth draw in the ...
Tennis UPDATE 1 Tennis Djokovic starts Australia defence against Mathieu
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Djokovic starts Australian Open defense against Mathieu
MELBOURNE - World number one Novak Djokovic will kick off the defence of his Australian Open title with a first round tie against unseeded Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu after the draw was made for the first grand slam of the season on Friday.
Jon Anderson to perform first ever solo shows in Australia
JUST like a fine wine, Jon Anderson reckons his solo show is getting better with age.
Ellen DeGeneres Comes To Sydney Australia
SYDNEY, Jan. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- US TV star Ellen DeGeneres will visit Sydney in March 2013 to film segments for the top rated Ellen DeGeneres Show, Acting Premier Andrew Stoner of New South Wales ...
With Nicole Kidman Ellen DeGeneres announces Australia excursion
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Ellen DeGeneres to Film Talk Show Segments in Australia
Taking a page from Oprah Winfrey's playbook, the TV star announces that "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" will film in Melbourne and Sydney in March. read more
Australian Open Rested Federer aims to go deep in Melbourne
With a trophy cabinet straining at the hinges, Roger Federer might be excused for feeling a little jaded.
Sick Greg Norman forced to withdraw from Australian PGA with food poisoning
THE golf legend quit the event in southern Queensland after starting with two bogeys in a row.
Sick Norman withdraws from Australian PGA
Illness forced former world number one Greg Norman to withdraw from the Australian PGA Championship on Thursday after just two holes of his first round.
Australian Open Day 1 preview Maria Sharapova Novak Djokovic
• No. 9 Janko Tipsarevic vs. Lleyton Hewitt (first night match, Rod Laver Arena): Lleyton Hewitt. Janko Tipsarevic. Night Match. Rod Laver Arena. That's really the only pitch you need to roll out of bed at 3 a.m. ET to catch what could be Hewitt's last Australian Open match.
Tennis Australian Open order of play day one
MELBOURNE, Jan 13 (Reuters) - Order of play on the mainshowcourts at the Australian Open on Monday (play starts at 0000GMT on all courts, prefix denotes seeding): Rod Laver Arena Olga Puchkova (Russia) v 2-Maria Sharapova (Russia) Chang Kai-chen (Taiwan) v 9-Samantha Stosur (Australia) 1-Novak Djokovic (Serbia) v Paul-Henri Mathieu ...
Tennis Tennis Australian Open order of play day one
MELBOURNE, Jan 13 (Reuters) - Order of play on the main showcourts at the Australian Open on Monday (play starts at 0000 GMT on all courts,
Ivan Lendl US crown wont help Andy Murray win Australian Open
Ivan Lendl believes Andy Murray will benefit from having won the last Grand Slam tournament when the Australian Open begins on Monday, but he insists that the world No 3's main rivals still have an edge in terms of experience.
Andy Murray gets smooth ride in Australian draw before facing big two
Andy Murray could have to beat both Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer if he is to win the Australian Open, but the 25-year-old Scot should be reasonably happy with his draw for the year's opening Grand Slam tournament, which begins here on Monday.
Murray hopes practice will make perfect in his quest to crack Australia
The Australian Open, which starts here on Monday, is traditionally the most unpredictable of the four Grand Slam tournaments. It starts in only the third week of the new season, meaning that form is particularly hard to analyse. The tournament produces some unlikely champions (Petr Korda and Thomas Johansson are ...
Australian friends dead in Laos
Yet another Australian has died on holiday in South East Asia - this time within days of a friend's death.
Australian Open 2013 Draw Release Date Live Stream Info and Early Favorites
The 2013 Australian Open is set to get underway from Melbourne Park on Monday, January 14. The seedings have been released and tennis' top players have a pretty solid idea of where they stand among the favorites in this year's tournament.  But before Novak Djokovic , Victoria Azarenka and the ...
Australians dominate Globes
Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban and Naomi Watts all nominated for Golden Globe Awards.
Oscar nominations for four Australians
Hugh Jackman, Naomi Watts and Jacki Weaver have all received nominations in this year's Academy Awards.
Tennis Australian Open mens singles draw
MELBOURNE, Jan 11 (Reuters) - Australian Open men's singlesdraw released on Friday (prefix denotes seeding; w-indicateswild card): 1-Novak Djokovic (Serbia) v Paul-Henri Mathieu (France) Ryan Harrison (U.S.) v Santiago Giraldo (Colombia) Qualifier v Felciano Lopez (Spain) Viktor Troicki (Serbia) v 31-Radek Stepanek (Czech Republic) 20-Sam Querrey (U.S.) v Qualifier Qualifier ...
Australian Open Subdued Serena plans to keep it simple
Serena Williams has a simple plan as she enters the twilight of her career. One tournament at a time - and have some fun.
The Cash Store Australia Holdings Inc. Announces Appointment of Alan Grant to Interim Chief Executive Officer
The Cash Store Australia Holdings Inc. Announces Appointment of Alan Grant to Interim Chief Executive Officer
Photos Roger Federer Serena Williams Andy Murray practice for Australian Open
While extreme temperatures have plagued much of Australia, it seems the weather in Melbourne has actually been tolerable.
Serena Williams Andy Murray win titles at Australian Open tuneups
Pretty standard stuff from the WTA No. 4, who opted to play the smaller tournament in Auckland, New Zealand, with a weaker field over Brisbane, where her on-court nemeses, Azarenka and Williams, were lurking.
Serena Williams sings karaoke in Australia
Gladys Knight and the Pips. Hall and Oates. Captain and Tenille.
Tennis Djokovic starts Australian Open defence against Mathieu
MELBOURNE, Jan 11 (Reuters) - World number one Novak Djokovic will kick off the defence of his Australian Open title with a first round tie against unseeded Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu after the draw was made for the first grand slam of the season on Friday. Seeking a hat-trick of titles, ...
Djokovic starts Australian Open defence against Mathieu
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - World number one Novak Djokovic will kick off the defence of his Australian Open title with a first round tie against unseeded Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu after the draw was made for the first grand slam of the season on Friday. Seeking a hat-trick of titles, Djokovic has ...
Milder temperatures ease Australian wildfire fears
Record temperatures across southern Australia cooled Wednesday, reducing the danger from scores of raging wildfires but likely bringing only a brief reprieve from the summer's extreme heat and fire risk.
Santana Announces New Dates At House Of Blues Mandalay Bay At Las Vegas And 2013 Tour Dates In Hawaii Asia Australia .
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Carlos Santana and the Santana Band have announced that they will kick off 2013 with a series of January and February dates performing An Intimate Evening with ...
Tiger Woodss niece to compete in Australian Open
The world's best female player, the neice of golf's most famous man and the defending Australian Open champion: these are the latest headliners to confirm they will be teeing off at the Australian Open of women's golf, to be held at Royal Canberra Golf Club, February 14-17.
Overview Australian Fleet Market
TORRANCE, CA – The fleet market in Australia has hovered around the 1-million unit mark for a number of years.
Murray taking tips from Lewis ahead of Australian Open
Andy Murray believes tennis is only 30 per cent physical and the rest psychological as he steps up his preparations for the Australian Open
Andy Murray pictures show added muscle ahead of Australian Open 2013
It doesn't seem like there were extra helpings of Christmas pudding on the table chez Murray. The world No 3 looks in fabulous shape as he warms up for the Australian Open which starts on Monday.
Djokovic Azarenka are top seeds in Australia
Defending champions Novak Djokovic and Victoria Azarenka will be the top-seeded players for the Australian Open.
Australian team keen on hiring batting coach prior to India tour
The Australian cricket team is looking for a new batting coach before their Indian tour starting next month. Former Australian cricketer Dean Jones is working with the team on an interim basis for the first two One Day International's (ODI) against Sri Lanka, which is starting this week.
British lawmaker criticises Australian radio over hoax nurse
A lawmaker representing thefamily of a nurse who apparently took her own life after a prankcall to a London hospital treating Prince William's pregnantwife on Wednesday condemned the response of the Australian ...
Australian actress learns Hindi for Yamla Pagla Deewana 2
New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Australian model-turned-actress Kristina Akheeva, who is making her Bollywood debut with "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2", brushed up her Hindi-speaking skills during the film's shooting. She feels it will help her in the long run.
UTs JP Smith given wildcard into Australian Open
Former University of Tennessee standout JP Smith has been awarded by Tennis Australia one of the final discretionary Australian Open wildcard entries.
VIDEO Landmark Australia trees torched
Two ghost gum trees made famous by the work of Australian aboriginal artist Albert Namatjira have been found burnt.
Official Dozens missing following wildfire in Australias Tasman Peninsula
Australian authorities were searching Sunday for a number of people reported missing in wildfires that destroyed more than 100 homes in southeast Tasmania, officials said.
Hussey bows out on Australia win
Michael Hussey retires from Test cricket as Australia win the final Test against Sri Lanka to seal a 3-0 series whitewash.
Landmark Australia trees torched
Two ghost gum trees made famous by the work of Aboriginal Australian artist Albert Namatjira are found burnt in a suspected arson attack.
Australian scientists adapt graphene for use in high speed electronics
Scientists at Australia’s Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology claim to have found a way to enable graphene to be used in high-speed electronics.
Roundup Serena Williams Wins Tuneup for the Australian Open
Serena Williams captured the 47th title of her career with a 6-2, 6-1 victory over Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in the Brisbane International final in Australia.
Michael Hussey ready for easy life after celebrating end of Test career as Australia beat Sri Lanka
Mike Hussey admits he is looking forward to taking it easy after bringing the curtain down on his seven-year Test career.
Australia v Sri Lanka Michael Hussey bows out of Test arena with victory as Aussies win third Test
Australia (432-9 & 141-5) beat Sri Llanka (294 & 278) by 5 wickets Michael Hussey sees Australia to victory in his final Test match as they seal series whitewash in Sydney.
England will profit from Ashes overkill because of Australias green batting
Back-to-back Ashes series is a terrible idea, but it could work to England's advantage, says Scyld Berry.
Australia v Sri Lanka hosts close in on whitewash as wicketkeeper Matthew Wade records first Test ton
Sri Lanka (294 & 225/7) lead Australia (432-9) by 87 runs Australia accelerated towards victory to mark Michael Hussey's final Test as hosts stem Sri Lanka comeback.
Ashes battles will be more intense than ever as England and Australia clash twice in next 12 months
The ancient rivalry enters a new dimension with two cricket battles and a Lions tour, writes Simon Briggs
Australia v Sri Lanka Michael Hussey suffers run out in final Test as hosts edge ahead
Australia (342-6) lead Sri Lanka (294) by 48 runs Michael Hussey run out for 25 in his final Test as Australia scramble lead.
Shane Warne says Ashes year could be a classic as Michael Clarkes new look Australians grow together
Michael Clarke's new-look Australians can grow together and challenge Alastair Cook's well-honed England.
Australian Open flashback Ken Rosewall keeps his home tournament from irrelevance
The aftermath of Rosewall's victory showed just how far the Australian Open had fallen in popular esteem -- and how much less the Grand Slam tournaments in general meant in the new world of professional tennis.
Australian legend Waughs son looking to emulate fathers success
Austin Waugh, the teenage son of Australian great Steve Waugh, was spotted enjoying a net session at the SCG on Wednesday, as he received throw-downs from his famous father.
Video Australia rings in 2013 with Kylie Minogue
Fireworks exploded over Australia's famous Harbour Bridge and Opera House as Sydney celebrated the advent of the new year. Pop star Kylie Minogue was on hand to usher in 2013.
Australian falls to death in Phuket
A 21-year-old Australian tourist has fallen to his death from a hotel balcony in Phuket.The Melbourne man, identified as Sebastian Eric Faulkner, fell in the early hours of New Year's Day, ...
Australian dies after Phuket balcony fall
Tourist Sebastian Faulkner, 21, fell to his death from a hotel balcony in Phuket.
Australian dies in Phuket balcony fall
Tourist Sebastian Faulkner, 21, fell to his death from a hotel balcony in Phuket.
Australian DJs break silence over royal prank tragedy
CANBERRA (Reuters) - Two Australian radio announcers who made a prank call to a British hospital treating Prince William's pregnant wife Kate broke a three-day silence on Monday to speak of their distress at the apparent suicide of the nurse who took their call. The 2DayFM Sydney-based announcers, Mel Greig ...
Australian DJs break silence over UK royal prank tragedy
CANBERRA (Reuters) - Two Australian radio announcers who made a prank call to a British hospital treating Prince William's pregnant wife Kate broke a three-day silence on Monday to speak of their distress at the apparent suicide of the nurse who took their call. The 2DayFM Sydney-based announcers, Mel Greig ...
UPDATE 3 Australian DJs break silence over UK royal prank tragedy
Two Australian radio announcerswho made a prank call to a British hospital treating PrinceWilliam's pregnant wife Kate broke a three-day silence on Mondayto speak of their distress at the apparent suicide ...
More and more South Africans make their mark in Australia
Homesickness is hardly an issue as South African rugby and cricket exports — both coaches and players — find themselves in good company down under
DVD reviews Australia Beverly Hills Chihuahua Ive Loved You So Long
This week is relatively light on major video releases, but the quality of the titles more than makes up for the slight number.
Cricket Australia Sri Lanka remember Tony Greig
SYDNEY, Jan 3, 2013 (AFP) - Australian and Sri Lankan players paid their respects to Tony Greig in a moving farewell to the former England captain before start of play in the third Test on Thursday.
Australia Sri Lanka pay tribute to Tony Greig
Tony Greig's family and the Channel 9 commentary team were invited by opposing captains Michael Clarke and Mahela Jayawardene to join the players and officials on the playing arena before the match started.
Australia Sri Lanka remember Greig
Australia and Sri Lanka paid their respects to Tony Greig in a moving farewell to the former England captain before the start of play in the third Test.
Australia Sri Lanka remember Tony Greig
SYDNEY: Australian and Sri Lankan players paid their respects to Tony Greig in a moving farewell to the former England captain before the start of play in the third Test on Thursday.
Snow in NZ as Australia faces heatwave
Snow, hail and too much rain have hit New Zealand while across the Tasman it's blistering heat which might stretch to warmth here by the weekend.
Australian lawyer back from Mongolia
Lawyer Sarah Armstrong has touched down in Sydney after being barred from leaving Mongolia for two months.
Detained Australian lawyer allowed to leave Mongolia
It's the Christmas present her mother only dared dream of.
New Crown Casino opens in Perth reports Online Casino Australia
Crown Casino Executive Chairman James Packer has announced that its major renovation of Perth's Burswood casino has been completed, and that the massively-overhauled casino will be
Android Smartphones Gain Majority Market Share in Australia Reports Lucky Nugget
Online casino firm, Lucky Nugget, has announced that sales of smartphones running on Google's Android OS now outstrip those of every other smartphone type combined, including the i
4 CNMI jr. players compete in Australia
CNMI junior players Christian Miller and Tammy Ackerman will return to the 2013 Australia Post Margaret Court Cup, while Mikayla Lopez and Negahr Rastguiy will debut in the five-day tournament at the Albury Grasscourts in Albury, New South Wales.
Adelaide right at home in Australias invisible city
Mark Chipperfield sings the praises of Adelaide, where he has recently moved - much to the puzzlement of old friends in Sydney.
Australian PM Julia Gillard says the world IS going to end But dont worry its just another Australian radio prank
Julia Gillard's dire warnings of flesh-eating zombies and demonic beasts from hell are just a spoof to promote a radio station's breakfast show as part of their 'end of the world' celebrations.
The end of the world is nigh But dont worry its just another Australian radio prank starring their Prime Minister
Julia Gillard's dire warnings of flesh-eating zombies and demonic beasts from hell are just a spoof to promote a radio station's breakfast show as part of their 'end of the world' celebrations.
Australia to shape new Test culture Cowan
Australia are set for a Test cricket culture shake-up with the balance of leadership to shift in the wake of Mike Hussey's retirement.
Leonardo DiCaprio Jonah Hill start New Year celebrations in Australia
Leonardo DiCaprio and Jonah Hill have started their New Year celebrations early together.
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon Touch Down in Australia for Some Pre Tour Fun
It's not just a g'day, but a good holiday for Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon as they head to Australia in advance of the songstress's first tour of Oz in nearly 14 years. The...
Australias great Neil Harveys bronze statue to be placed outside MCG
One of Australia's finest batsman, Neil Harvey's bronze statue will be placed outside the Melbourne Cricket Ground next year in the latest episode of the Avenue of Legends.
Bleak midwinter to Sydney sun Kings College carol service gets a taste of Australia
King's College choir will perform a new work by Sydney-based composer Carl Vine As the afternoon sun beats down on the parties on Bondi Beach, Sydney, this Christmas Eve, one Australian will be thinking of the chill English winter air in Cambridge where a young choirboy will soon be stepping ...
Golf Sick Norman pulls out of Australian PGA Championship
Dec 13 (Reuters) - Greg Norman withdrew from his home Australian PGA Championship after only two holes on Thursday due to a bout of food poisoning. The 57-year-old former world number one bogeyed the first two of his opening round at the Palmer Coolum resort in southern Queensland state before ...
The highs and lows of mens and womens tennis not a good year for Australia
Michael Chammas takes a look at the highs and lows of men's and women's tennis in 2012.
Australian Open Its game on at the top with no Rafael Nadal
The Christmas decorations have yet to come down and the New Year's Eve champagne will still be on ice when the 2013 tennis season gets under way this weekend. With the start of the Australian Open just 16 days away, there is little time for the top players to ensure ...
Video Australian radio hosts saddened by nurses suicide
Two Australian radio hosts are apologizing for their prank call to the hospital where Prince William's wife, Kate, was being treated. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Al Clark to Receive Australian Academys Lifetime Raymond Longford Award
"Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" producer gets Australia's highest Academy honor, formerly bestowed on Peter Weir and Geoffrey Rush. read more
Australia and New Zealand had better watch out – England are on the up Vic Marks
The performance in India should instil confidence as England prepare for a run of Tests against Antipodean opposition There has been so much talk about the parallels between the 1984-85 tour of India and this one that it may be worth recalling what happened next all those years ago. After ...
UPDATE 3 Cricket Australia thrash Sri Lanka to seal series
(Updates with result) * Australia seal series 2-0 * Sangakkara retires hurt MELBOURNE, Dec 28 (Reuters) - Australia humiliated Sri Lanka by an innings and 201 runs to win the second test before tea on day three at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday, and seal their three-match series 2-0. ...
Cricket UPDATE 3 Cricket Australia thrash Sri Lanka to seal series
(Updates with result)
Australian Open prize money raised to record levels
Australian Open organisers increased prize money for the early losers at the opening grand slam of the season to record levels, a move which is likely to quell player unrest and end talk of a strike.
Norman withdraws from Australian PGA after 2 holes
Greg Norman withdrew from the Australian PGA because of food poisoning after only two holes Thursday.
Foreign firms seek retail therapy in Australia
The Americans are coming. And the Japanese and Europeans. Australia is being invaded by a swathe of foreign retailers, piling pressure on a local industry already battered by weak consumer spending and ...
Australian resort owner doesnt want Tiger Woods at his tournament because he apparently hates money
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Tiger Woods Isnt Wanted at Australian PGA Championship by Course Owner
With all due respect to Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods is still the biggest drawing card in golf, and it isn't particularly close. Likewise, Woods' brand may not be what it was before the infamous Thanksgiving 2009 incident, but it still holds a lot of weight in the sport. It's still ...
Dead mans conviction quashed in Australian first
A man convicted of a murder that occurred more than 75 years ago has become the first person in Australia to be posthumously acquitted.
British teenager dies on Australian hike with father
A teenager has died after collapsing while hiking in Australia with his father.
Yuan Bond Yield Beating Australia Lures Schroders China Credit
The yield on China's 10-year bonds is higher than Australia's for the first time in at least a decade, a reversal that investors say will boost the yuan against the South Pacific nation's currency.
Elizabeth Hurleys luggage went missing on her flight home from Australia.
The 47-year-old star returned to England on Thursday (13.12.12) after a break with fiance Shane Warne and has been left in a festive "frenzy" as her bags, which contained Christmas cards to send to friends and family, did not make the return trip.
Australia needs a Cyber Monday Experts
Australia needs its own one-day massive online sale to combat the pressure of America's Cyber Monday, a retail expert claims.
Stokes WAs Australian of the Year
Leading businessman and Seven West Media chairman Kerry Stokes has been named WA Australian of the Year.
Australia and New Zealand were back
I would like to extend a warm welcome to all of Pandora's listeners in Australia and New Zealand. For the first time since 2007, Pandora is available to folks living in Australia and New Zealand and it is a HUGE delight for all of us. In fact, this marks our ...
Injury forces Zvonareva out of Australian Open
Australian golf resort owner doesnt want Tiger Woods at his tournament
Clive Palmer says Tiger is a bad example for the kids
Daniel Popovic Wins Australian PGA
Australasian Tour rookie Daniel Popovic completed an improbable wire-to-wire victory in the Australian PGA, shooting a 3-under 69 on Sunday for a four-stroke victory.
Emotional Popovic Stays Firm to Win Australian PGA
Tour rookie Daniel Popovic held his nerve to stay clear of the chasing pack and record a wire-to-wire Australian PGA Championship victory by four strokes on Sunday.
Watch List and SNO 145 The Straits an Australian Series at Hulu.com
The people behind "The Straits," a 10-episode Australian series receiving its premiere at Hulu.com, are clearly great admirers of "The Sopranos" and "The Godfather."
Australia v Sri Lanka hosts end resistance to win first Test
Australia (450-5d & 278) bt Sri Lanka (336 & 255) by 137 runs Australia claim six last-session wickets to secure victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test in Hobart.
Forex Flash Australia failure at 2012 13 budget surplus doesnt threaten AAA rating – TD Securities
FXstreet.com (Barcelona) - The S&P affirmed Australia's AAA rating today despite Treasurer Wayne Swan's announcement that the long-promised 2012/13 budget surplus is no longer
Return to the Devils Playground among Screen Australia funding recipients
A series which picks up the story of classic feature film The Devil's Playground 35 years on, is among 11 productions to receive Screen Australia funding. Return to the Devil's Playground is a six-part series produced by Matchbox Pictures' Helen Bowden and Blake Ayshford and directed by The Strait's Rachel ...
Australias Steffensen faces probe over racism claim
(Reuters) - Controversial 400 metres runner John Steffensen will be investigated for bringing the sport into disrepute after having his claim of racial vilification against Athletics Australia (AA) thrown out by the body on Thursday. The former Commonwealth champion, born in Perth to South African parents, made the accusation prior ...
Athletics Australias Steffensen faces probe over racism claim
Dec 20 (Reuters) - Controversial 400 metres runner John Steffensen will be investigated for bringing the sport into disrepute after having his claim of racial vilification against Athletics Australia (AA) thrown out by the body on Thursday. The former Commonwealth champion, born in Perth to South African parents, made the ...
Scotts broom stays at Australian Open
Oh, Adam Scott. You tease. Despite testing out a claw grip on a standard-length putter at The Lakes during practice at this week's Australian Open, the 32-year-old Australian says he will likely revert back to his trusty, abhorrent-looking broom ahead of the first round.
Mayan apocalypse fails according to Australia
Sorry to disappoint you, but it appears the world is still spinning even though Australia and New Zealand are already well into December 21. [Read more]
Carly Rae Jepsens and SNO 145 Call Me Maybe was Australias most streamed music video this year
Carly Rae Jepsen and One Direction have had the two most streamed music videos in Australia this year, according to MCM Media, which operates Australia's biggest online video network. Guy Sebastian was the only Australian in a top ten list – for Battle Scars featuring Lupe Fiasco. Psy's Gangnam Style ...
Dean Jones says privilege to work as mentor with Australian team
Former Australia batsman Dean Jones has accepted an invitation from captain Michael Clarke and Mickey Arthur to be a team mentor for the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, saying that it would be an honour and privilege to be involved with the team once again.
Legends Thomson Walters fear Australia will get arses kicked in 2013 Ashes
Legends Jeff Thomson and Doug Walters believe Australia will get their arses kicked in next years Ashes unless they find quality batsmen soon to face England bowlers.
A dinosaur leaves its imprint on Australian PGA
COOLUM, Australia (AP) — Golfers at the Australian PGA Championship might feel as if they are going back in time. The new owner of the Palmer Coolum Resort has erected a 26-foot mechanical T-Rex between the ninth green and 10th tee, which flips its tail and opens its mouth for ...
Skyfall holds the Australian box office
James Bond fans continue to flock to Skyfall, while Twilight also keeps cinemas busy, and three newcomers debut in the Top 10.
teach me music Helps Promote an Active and Engaged Online Community of Australian Music Teachers
An innovative new Australian music teacher directory will be launching early in 2013. Created by a small group of Australian music teachers, the ambitious site aims not only to help music teachers promote their business, but also to encourage a more active, engaged, and dynamic music teaching industry.(PRWEB) December 19, ...
Wales v Australia a lack of leadership contributed to a month to forget for Warren Gatlands Welsh charges
JPR Williams reflects on a performance full of endeavour but one that was again low on star quality.
Simons the view from inside an Australian hatchet job
Margaret Simons responds to articles in The Australian today criticising her reporting of the Cameron Stewart/Simon Artz affair in Crikey. She stands by her stories. Read more on the blog... Read more on the blog... Read... Read more on the blog...
Euler Hermes Appoints Chris Doubé Country CEO of Australia and New Zealand
SYDNEY, Dec. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Chris Doubé has been appointed chief executive officer for Euler Hermes in Australia and New Zealand with effect from today. Chris Doubé succeeds Babette Bottin, who ...
Australian actress Toni Collette lends support to Irish charity Concern
The Australian actress Toni Collette, now starring in Hitchcock and also well known for Golden Globe and Emmy winning role in the Showtime series United States of Tara, has lent her support to the Irish humanitarian relief agency Concern this holiday season.
and SNO 145 The Straits an Australian Series at Hulu.com
The people behind "The Straits," a 10-episode Australian series receiving its premiere at Hulu.com, are clearly great admirers of "The Sopranos" and "The Godfather."
Ireland captain Brian ODriscoll says he is ready to captain the British and Irish Lions in Australia
Irish centre says 'it would be impossible to turn down' chance to lead the Lions to Australia next year.
South Australia to slash spending by dollor 450m
Snelling says state revenues suffered revenue write-downs in excess of $3bn. 20 Dec 2012 1:47 PM
Australian university to issue 11 000 iPads next year
Initiative is part of a curriculum overall at the University of Western Sydney that will stress a "blended learning model." [Read more]
Sir Alexs soft spot for Australia
MANCHESTER United legend Alex Ferguson tells Tom Smithies why Australia will always be close to his heart .
Australian golfing legends in 2012 Byron Bay showdown
IT REALLY IS a star-studded line-up battling it out at the final event of the 2012 E-Z-GO PGA Legends Tour at beautiful Byron Bay on the NSW north coast this week.
Springsteen to tour Australia
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have announced their first tour of Australia in more than a decade.
Holy cow Australian prep runner James Gallaugher closes the biggest relay gap youll ever see
It's far too cold across most of America to even contemplate outdoor track and field relay races. That's not the case in Australia, where the country is careening into the summer on the back of a full spring (American fall) full of exciting prep "athletics" (i.e. track and field) competition. ...
After four years in the making first major Francis Bacon exhibition in Australia opens
Francis Bacon, Seated Figure, 1978. Oil on canvas, 198 x 147.5 cm. Private Collection. Courtesy Richard Nagy Ltd., London. ©The Estate of Francis Bacon, DACS/Licensed by Viscopy.
Dennis Lillee tells Australian bowlers to not stop running
Test legend Dennis Lillee believes Australia's pacemen aren't running enough, claiming they're lacking the right kind of fitness needed to perform at a peak level.
North East News Rape suspect to be sent to Australia from North home
A SUSPECTED sex offender is set to be extradited to Australia from his North home for offences he allegedly committed 40 years ago.
South Australians shine on day one of Omnium track nationals
South Australia's Luke Davison narrowly leads the men's omnium over SASI teammate and world champion Glen O'Shea while Annette Edmondson (SA) leads the women's standings after three rounds of the 2013 Cycling Australia Omnium National Championships at Melbourne's DISC Velodrome.
Now losers are grinners at Australian Open
Tournament director Craig Tiley flags record first-round losers' cheque.
Pay rise for Australian Open first round losers
Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley has flagged a record first-round losers' cheque of at least $27,000 - a rise of almost 30 per cent - at next month's grand slam, as the distribution details for the unprecedented $30 million prizemoney pool move closer to being finalised.
Even top order has Australians on top
Most even Test batting performance for a while puts team in dominant position.
Greg Norman withdraws from 2012 Australian PGA Championship
GOLF FANS will be hugely disappointed Greg Norman has been an early causality at the 2012 Australian PGA Championship, withdrawing after just two holes because of illness. Norman teed off on the 10th hole at the Palmer Coolum Resort early Thursday and posted bogeys on the 10th and 11th before ...
Jennifer Lopez Goes Shopping With Boyfriend Casper Smart and Her Twins While on Tour in Australia
It looks like Jennifer Lopez is working on her Christmas shopping, even while on tour in Australia. The 43-year-old "Dance Again" singer stepped out with 25-year-old beau Casper...
Greg Norman withdraws from Australian PGA after 2 holes
Greg Norman has withdrawn from the Australian PGA golf championship.
Rhyne Williams in finals to play for Australian Open wild card
NORCROSS, Ga. — Facing the end of his match, former Tennessee All-American Rhyne Williams got the spark he needed for a late surge into the finals of the USTA Australian Open Wild Card Playoff.
Williams Sandgren a step closer to Australia
NORCROSS, Ga. — Two former University of Tennessee All-Americans are among four tennis hopefuls in the hunt for an Australian Open wild-card berth.
Australian hoax DJs where do you draw the line with on air pranks where
Jacintha Saldanha's death has led many to ask whether pranks have a place on radio or TV. But hoaxes have been a media staple for decades. How do we know what's OK and what isn't? There has understandably been little public sympathy for the boss of the Australian broadcasting company ...
Australia launches inquiry into royal nurse prank call
By James Grubel and Michael Holden CANBERRA/LONDON (Reuters) - Australia's media regulator launched an investigation on Thursday into a prank call by a radio station to a London hospita...
Australias Great Female Artistic Polymath Whom You Probably Didnt Know About
"Composer, adventurer, opportunist and benefactor" - as well as painter and critic - Peggy Glanville-Hicks was born in Melbourne 100 years ago this month.
Australias sub fleet may serve longer
BORDERTOWN, Australia, Dec. 13 (UPI) -- Australia's fleet of six Collins class submarines may see their expected service life extended.
Golf Australian PGA second round scores
Scores after the second round of the OneAsia co-sanctioned US$1.25 million Australian PGA at the par-72 Palmer Coolum Resort course on Friday (Australia unless stated):
Dame Helen Mirren Silly Australian DJs Shouldnt Be Totally Condemned For Kate Middleton Hoax
Star Speaks Out About Royal Matters
Dame Helen Mirren Silly Australian DJ Shouldnt Be Totally Condemned For Kate Middleton Hoax
Star Speaks Out About Royal Matters
Golf Australian PGA first round scores
Scores after the first round of the OneAsia co-sanctioned US$1.25 million Australian PGA at the par-72 Palmer Coolum Resort course on Thursday (Australia unless stated):
Jayawardene to decide on future after Australia tour
Mahela Jayawardene will seriously re-assess his future as Sri Lanka's captain and as an international cricketer at the end of the tour of Australia
Football Australian star Jones signs new Liverpool deal
Liverpool's Australian goalkeeper Brad Jones admits he was relieved to sign a new contract with the Premier League club on Thursday after battling to prove his worth to Reds manager Brendan Rodgers.
Australian star Jones signs new Liverpool deal
Liverpool's Australian goalkeeper Brad Jones admits he was relieved to sign a new contract with the Premier League club on Thursday after battling to prove his worth to Reds manager Brendan Rodgers.
Joe Launchbury in provisional Lions squad for Australia tour
He was a shelf-stacker at Sainsbury's and a part-time rugby player who, thanks to his eye-catching performance for England against the All Blacks, is on the verge of making the Lions squad.
Australian stocks open flat
The Australian market has opened flat after Wall Street fell in response to comments from Ben Bernanke.
10th Anniversary 2013 GDay USA Los Angeles Black Tie Gala To Honor Australians Paul Hogan Rose Byrne And Recognize .
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Australians Paul Hogan and Rose Byrne will be honoured at the star-studded 10 th Anniversary G'Day USA Los Angeles Black Tie Gala on January 12, 2013. John Travolta ...
FACTBOX Cricket Australia v Sri Lanka test series
Dec 12 (Reuters) - Factbox on the test series between Australia and Sri Lanka, which begins at the Bellerive Oval on Friday: - - - - Schedule (times GMT): First test Dec. 14-18 (2330) Bellerive Oval, Hobart Second test Dec. 26-30 (2330) Melbourne Cricket Ground Third test Jan. ...
Rugby Lions confirm three assistant coaches for Australia tour
Rob Howley, Andy Farrell and Graham Rowntree have been confirmed as Warren Gatland's assistants for the tour of Australia.
Liverpool Local News Liverpool priest named Vaticans ambassador to Australia
A LIVERPOOL-born priest has risen to one of the top jobs in the Catholic church after being appointed the Vatican's ambassador to Australia.
Australias Ponting a true legend says ICC
(Reuters) - Ricky Ponting is "one of the true legends of the sport" the International Cricket Council (ICC) said of the former Australia captain who ended his test career on Monday. Ponting, 37, was the most successful test captain in the history of the sport. He played in 168 tests ...
Cricket Australias Ponting a true legend says ICC
Dec 3 (Reuters) - Ricky Ponting is "one of the true legends of the sport" the International Cricket Council (ICC) said of the former Australia captain who ended his test career on Monday. Ponting, 37, was the most successful test captain in the history of the sport. He played in ...
Apples Australian maps mishap linked to local data
The bad directions that led some travelers to a remote desert instead of a local town has been linked back to a local database. [Read more]
Strong quake felt in Australia
A LARGE earthquake off the coast of Indonesia has been felt in Darwin, shaking homes and waking residents.
Australia and Scotland share bowls spoils
Australian beat New Zealand in the women's triples and Scotland beat Australia in the men's on the second-last day of the world bowls championships.
Microsoft to sell Surface RT in Australian retail stores U.S. stores later too
Microsoft has altered its approach to selling Windows RT tablet/notebooks, at least in Australia, where it will start selling them in Harvey Norman and JB Hi Fi stores.
Concert to feature Australian theatre stars
KUCHING: The golden sounds of Broadway are set to resound in the city this Friday during the St [...]
Australian police discourage use of Apple maps app after rescues
Police say they have rescued a half dozen motorists in recent weeks who were using the app to navigate to a city only to find themselves stranded in the wilderness of a national park. [Read more]
Australias Edwina Tops Alexander and Cevo Itot du Chateau Take Sixth Leg of Rolex FEI World Cup™ Jumping Series in .
The smallest horse-and-rider partnership proved the strongest and quickest in the exciting battle for Rolex FEI World Cup™ Jumping qualifying points in the toughest of tough competitions(PRWEB UK) 9 December 2012 One of the best-loved horses in the sport showed exactly why he is such a huge favourite with the ...
Australia qualify for East Asian Cup
Australia have qualified for next year's East Asian Cup after beating Taiwan 8-0.
Soccer Australia maul Taiwan to qualify for 2013 East Asian Cup
Dec 9 (Reuters) - Australia routed Taiwan 8-0 in Hong Kong to leapfrog North Korea and qualify for the 2013 East Asian Cup on Sunday. After the Koreans had blanked hosts Hong Kong 4-0 in Sunday's other match, Australia needed to win by five goals or more. The Socceroos did ...
World Football Australia maul Taiwan to qualify for 2013 East Asian Cup
Australia routed Taiwan 8-0 in Hong Kong to leapfrog North Korea and qualify for the 2013 East Asian Cup.
Australia maul Taiwan to qualify for 2013 East Asian Cup
(Reuters) - Australia routed Taiwan 8-0 in Hong Kong to leapfrog North Korea and qualify for the 2013 East Asian Cup on Sunday. After the Koreans had blanked hosts Hong Kong 4-0 in Sunday's other match, Australia needed to win by five goals or more. The Socceroos did much more ...
Caddies fight at Australian Open practice area
Australia's John Senden tees off on the 6th hole during the Australian Open golf tournament in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012. Photo: Rob Griffith / AP
Australia shares bounce back ahead of GDP outcome
Australian shares rose 0.3percent on Wednesday, pulled up by banks and miner Rio Tinto in restrained trade ahead of economic growth data laterin the session. Australia's gross domestic product is expected ...
The Boss is coming back to Australia
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will play four gigs in Australia in March, including one at Victoria's iconic Hanging Rock.
Pandora Internet Radio Launches in Australia and New Zealand
SYDNEY, AUCKLAND, New Zealand and OAKLAND, Calif., Dec. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Pandora (NYSE: P), the leading internet radio service in the U.S., is now fully live in Australia and New Zealand.  The ...
John Senden leads Australian Open by two shots Justin Rose in group tied for second News PGA.com
John Senden had five top-10 finishes on the PGA Tour this year, and played confidently in his first round at the Australian Open.
Senden charges into Australian Open lead
John Senden is relishing the prospect of a final-round Australian Open duel with English star Justin Rose.
Peter Senior wins wind delayed Australian Open
SYDNEY (AP) -- Peter Senior won the Australian Open by one stroke Sunday, overcoming severe weather conditions that forced a three-hour suspension because of gale-force winds.
Peter Senior wins wind delayed Australian Open becomes events oldest winner News PGA.com
At age 53, Peter Senior became the oldest Australian Open champion by 10 years, as the previous record holder was Peter Thomson, who won the title at age 43.
Golf World Monday Peter Senior turns back clock in Australia
From the December 10 issue of Golf World Monday:
Which Australian bowlers will get the nod for the first Test where
Australia's bowlers face a nervous wait ahead of the first Test against Sri Lanka, which starts on Friday in Hobart.
High wind stops play at Australian Open
High wind forced the suspension of play Sunday in the final round of the Australian Open.
Australian DJs apologize for royal hoax call
They say they expected a hang-up and a few laughs. Instead, the Australian DJs behind a hoax phone call to the London hospital where the pregnant Duchess of Cambridge was being treated were deeply apologetic Monday as they...
Fraser shoots 69 claims lead at Australian Open
Marcus Fraser of Australia shot a second consecutive 3-under 69 to take a one-stroke lead after two rounds of the Australian Open on Friday.
Australian films in Sundance
There will be a heavy Australian presence at next year's Sundance Film Festival.
Football Australia hammer Taiwan to reach East Asian Cup
Australia handed Taiwan a humiliating 8-0 drubbing Sunday to reach next year's East Asian Cup finals, edging out North Korea on goal difference.
Senior wins Australian Open
Peter Senior became the oldest winner in Australian Open history after battling gale-force winds on a brutal final day.
Australia police discourage use of Apple maps app after rescues
Police say they have rescued a half dozen motorists in recent weeks who were using the app to navigate to a city only to find themselves stranded in the wilderness of a national park. [Read more]
Nurse Duped By Australian DJs In and SNO 145 Royal Prank Found Dead
A nurse involved in a prank telephone call to elicit information about the Duchess of Cambridge has died, King Edward VII hospital said Friday.
Bruce Springsteen fans launch campaign over Australian tour
Bruce Springsteen fans Down Under have launched a campaign to bring The Boss to Perth after the city was left out of his upcoming Australian tour.
Golf Australian Open first round scores
Scores after the first round of the OneAsia co-sanctioned Australian Open at the par-72 The Lakes course on Thursday (Australia unless stated):
McIlroys withdrawal from Australian Open a worrying sign of the times
It must have been somewhat embarrassing for the PGA of Australia to learn the world's best players weren't in any hurry to tee up in this week's prestigious Australian Open.
Greg Chappell urges in form Clarke to bat at number four for Australia
Former Australia captain and selector Greg Chappell, believes captain Michael Clarke should rise up the batting order to number 4 in the wake of Ricky Ponting's retirement, despite having a poor record in the position.
Australia India roundtable deepens cooperation
New Delhi, Dec.7 (ANI): The Fourth Australia-India Roundtable met in New Delhi on December 4 and 5, underlining the common interests and objectives which bind the two countries together.
Blondie first non Australian Homebake headliner
THEY'RE the first non-Australians to headline Homebake, but perhaps it's appropriate - their first commercial success was in the Land Down Under.
Cricket Growing push to join Australias Big Bash League
A few years ago, at the height of the Indian Premier League boom, cricket bosses from South Africa, Australia and little old New Zealand sat down and started formulating a plan for a Southern Hemisphere T20 league - Sanzac, if you...
Australian station plugs biggest royal prank ever
An Australian radio station Thursday boasted of the "biggest royal prank ever", milking the publicity after its presenters got through to a nurse treating Prince William's pregnant wife Kate.
Australian station plugs Kate Middleton prank as biggest ever
SYDNEY, Australia - An Australian radio station Thursday boasted of the "biggest royal prank ever", milking the publicity after its presenters got through to a nurse treating Prince William's pregnant wife Kate . The embarrassing hoax by 2Day FM Tuesday made worldwide headlines and was condemned by the private King ...
Matt King And Holly Sue Coffey Take Soundwave Australian Junior Surfing Titles
Winners were decided across under 18 and under 16 Boys' and Girls' divisions at the 2012 Soundwave Australian Junior Surfing Titles which enjoyed good clean waves in the 1.25m range (3 feet plus) at Roaring Beach in southern Tasmania today.
Sunday Age sport named Australias best
The Australian Sports Commission has recognised The Sunday Age for the best print and online coverage of sport.
How to fix Australia for the Ashes
BEN Dorries looks at five things Australia must fix ahead of their revenge Ashes mission to England next year.
Prince William Furious At Prank Call By Australian DJs
UPDATE: Duchess Of Cambridge Leaves Hospital With Prince William (PHOTOS) Prince William is said to be "furious" after a pair of Australian DJs pretended to...
Prince William furious at Australian radio prank
Britain's Prince William was angry when he heard about Australian radio station 2Day FM's elaborate hoax at the expense of
Australian DJs In Foolish Prank Call To Kate Middleton Nurse
A pair of Australian DJs who pretended to be the Queen, Prince Charles and the royal corgis managed to trick staff at Duchess Kate's hospital...
Lee slams Australian selectors
Former Test player Brett Lee has backed Dennis Lillee's claim that Australia's current crop of fast bowlers are being mismanaged.
Cricket Lee slams Australian selectors
Former Test player Brett Lee has backed Dennis Lillee's claim that Australia's current crop of fast bowlers are being mismanaged.
Kates hospital pranked by Australian radio DJs pretended as Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles Listen
Updated: December 7, 2012 1:00 a.m. Read Pregnant Kate Middleton discharged from hospital, now feeling better after treated for acute morning sickness Kate‘s hospital was pranked by two Australian radio DJs, who pretended as Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles. The prank call was aired by the radio station, which an ...
Shane Warne open to Australia return to face England for Ashes
It's the news all England cricket fans didn't want to hear: Shane Warne has opened the door to make a sensational return to Ashes cricket to help Australia win back the Urn next summer.
Daily Bagel Rafael Nadals Australian Open David Ferrer Andy Murray
The Daily Bagel is your dose of the interesting reporting, writing and quipping from around the Internet.
Monty Python strife at home as Palin tours Australia
AS HIS new travel series continues on Australia's television screens this week, Monty Python star Michael Palin has other business on his mind.
Cricket Warne wont rule out Australia return
Shane Warne believes he could still play Test cricket to a high standard and hinted he could be persuaded to represent Australia once again.
2012 Australian Senior Open Preview Leaderboard
PETER SENIOR is a clear favourite going into 2012 ISPS Handa Australian Senior Open at the Royal Perth Golf Club in Western Australia.
Im a Celebrity Kajagoogoos Limahl arrives in Australia
The 1980s singer is a late arrival in the Australian jungle for the latest series.
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