Australia's flooding nightmare
Australians in the state of Queensland are struggling to cope with floodwaters that are refusing to go away.
After weeks of rainfall, more deluges have seen a wall of water smash through rural Australian towns, with dozens of people reported missing.
Local residents were left stranded on the roofs of their homes and vehicles after the unprecedented rainfall that shows few signs of slowing down.
Photos: Floodwaters cover Queensland
Venice from the inside
Niall McIlroy explores Venice and the surrounding countryside on an 8-day Uniworld cruise on the lagoon and the Po River.
May 21, 2013, 1:52 pmBrisbane forward Dave Hala wants referees to provide halfback Peter Wallace with the same protection they give the NRL's big-name kickers.
May 21, 2013, 9:30 pmSonny Bill Williams says rookie coach Trent Robinson has played a huge role in his impressive return to the NRL with the Sydney Roosters.
May 21, 2013, 9:13 pmA police sergeant has been charged with drink driving following a three-vehicle crash at Helensvale while he was off duty.
May 21, 2013, 5:16 pm1. The Warriors are pitiful* Diabolical, woeful, inept, embarrassing. Take your pick from any of those words and it doesn't even begin to describe how bad the Warriors were against Penrith on Saturday night...
May 21, 2013, 11:58 amMister Jadore, fresh from his fourth straight win in last Friday night's _The West Australian _Pace (1730m) at Gloucester Park, will have a surprise lead-up to a $325,000 treble.
May 21, 2013, 9:35 am
Fleetwood slumps on bearish outlook
Fleetwood shares lost more than a quarter of their value after the company yesterday announced second half earnings would be lower than those of the first-half.
May 21, 2013, 9:29 amJohnathan Thurston says he's not upset by a 'wanker' chant from Wests Tigers NRL fans when he plays at Leichhardt Oval.
May 20, 2013, 10:41 pm
More illegal drug labs in WA than any state except Queensland (video)
New figures show WA uncovered more illegal drug labs last financial year than any other state - except Queensland. More than half the labs are in residential areas - where police say they're a danger to anyone who lives nearby.
May 20, 2013, 9:43 pmLONDON (Reuters) - A far-from- vintage Premier League season reached its conclusion on Sunday with a flood of goals, a host of retirements and a familiar-looking top four. Following is ...
May 20, 2013, 9:39 pm
Bob Irwin gets on board
Bob Irwin, father to crocodile hunter Steve Irwin, has visited the Sea Shepherd's flagship named after his son.
May 20, 2013, 6:18 pm
Postcode affects power bills
The price we pay for electricity is more likely to be determined by where we live, rather than how much power we actually use.
May 20, 2013, 6:18 pm
Reds coach defends dumped Wallaby Cooper
SYDNEY (AFP) - Queensland Reds head coach Ewen McKenzie has backed his ditched Wallaby Quade Cooper over defensive concerns for next month's Test series against the British and Irish Lions.
May 20, 2013, 4:24 pm
Reality bites
On most reality TV shows, getting voted out is about the worst thing that can happen to you. But on Croc College, a careless mistake could see you lose a body part.
May 20, 2013, 3:51 pmLet me start by saying Mick Potter is a mate of mine. We won a couple of premierships together at Canterbury during 1980s. He was a fabulous fullback and I think he will make a fine NRL coach. But, boy, he has some deep issues to confront and overcome at Wests Tigers...
May 20, 2013, 11:46 am
Cummins flies flag for Force
Western Force winger Nick Cummins has battled his way back into the Wallabies squad for the Test series against the British and Irish Lions despite a season disrupted by injuries.
May 20, 2013, 10:20 amQueensland coaching director Ewen McKenzie says it's unfair that Wallabies coach Robbie Deans has placed defensive demands on Quade Cooper.
May 20, 2013, 8:26 am
Busselton growers fear increase in imports
Busselton growers have warned the future of home-grown fruit and vegetables is in grave danger due to cheap imports.
May 20, 2013, 8:00 amKrisnan Inu could come under the scrutiny of the match review committee after a leg twist on Newcastle winger James McManus.
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