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SportAustralian Associated PressNew No.2 Jabeur wins Wimbledon opener
Ons Jabeur has credited Serena Williams for making her feel like a boss as the Tunisian trailblazer eyes Wimbledon glory and the women's top ranking.2 in the world on Monday, then celebrated with a commanding 6-1 6-3 victory over Swedish qualifier Mirjam Bjorklund to be the first big gun through to the second round of Wimbledon 2022.
CelebrityAustralian Associated PressNT cop groomed then raped teen, court told
A Northern Territory policeman's behaviour before he allegedly raped a shy and awkward teenager with few friends was almost textbook grooming, a court has been told.Senior Sergeant Patrick Carson, 39, has pleaded not guilty to raping the woman, then 19, twice in Darwin during 2020 after meeting her at a sports group.
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Who is in and out of the Vic govt cabinet?
Several new ministers have been sworn into Victoria's cabinet in a ceremony at Melbourne's Government House following a major cabinet reshuffle triggered by the resignation of senior frontbenchers.
SportAustralian Associated PressWallaby Cooper doesn't regret Smith chat
Ahead of the opening Test against England in Perth, Wallabies veteran Quade Cooper says his exchanges with the old enemy's playmaker Marcus Smith are mutually beneficial and for the good of rugby.Connecting over social media, Smith recently revealed Cooper, 11 years his senior at 34, had "helped me a lot".
SportAustralian Associated PressLyles, Steiner stun again to win US 200m
World champion Noah Lyles has overcome Erriyon Knighton to win the men's 200 metres in 19.67 seconds at the US track and field championships, with Abby Steiner putting the sport on notice with back-to-back world-leading times to win on the women's side.
NewsAustralian Associated PressVic govt ministry sworn in after reshuffle
The Victorian government has signalled it is entering a new and inclusive era, with more than half of Premier Daniel Andrews' cabinet made up of women.The government's new ministry was sworn in on Monday after it was forced into a swift reshuffle five months out from the November state election.
SportAustralian Associated PressNo Russians or rankings, but Serena's back
At least at the outset, before a tennis ball is struck, this edition of Wimbledon is as much about who - and what - is missing as who is here.And that's even taking this into account: It is no small matter that the grass-court grand slam tournament marks the return of Serena Williams to singles play after a year away.
SportAustralian Associated PressPNG stalwart Mead vows to make difference
Brisbane winger David Mead is promising to remain heavily involved in the Papua New Guinea community following his retirement from international rugby league.Mead scored a try in his last game for the Kumuls, a thrilling 24-14 win over Fiji on Saturday night.
NewsAustralian Associated PressAndrews sells 'depth' in new Vic cabinet
Premier Daniel Andrews is selling his new cabinet ahead of incoming Victorian ministers being sworn in at Government House.Mr Andrews stepped out with incoming health minister Mary-Anne Thomas and newly promoted cabinet member Sonya Kilkenny on Sunday after unveiling the frontbench he will take to the November state election.
SportAustralian Associated PressPNG defeat Fiji in physical Pacific Test
Papua New Guinea have sent captain David Mead out as a winner while putting their World Cup rivals on notice after defeating Fiji 24-14 in a high-quality Pacific Test.A physical battle unfolded in the sides' first Test match since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic but PNG's steely goal-line defence and ability to make the most of limited opportunities proved the difference.
SportAustralian Associated PressSamoa outclass Cook Islands in league Test
Samoa have started their Rugby League World Cup preparations in style, defeating a gallant Cook Islands side 42-12 despite fielding an understrength team in the Pacific Test.There will be tougher challenges waiting for Samoa at the World Cup in October than the Cook Islands, ranked 22nd in the world, but they can nevertheless take confidence from Saturday night's win at Campbelltown Sports Stadium.
NewsAustralian Associated PressSmith eyes Farrell partnership for England
Young gun Marcus Smith is excited by the prospect of combining with veteran Owen Farrell as England's twin playmakers against the Wallabies.Eddie Jones is likely to entrust Smith and Farrell with the keys to England's attack in the rugby Test series opener at Perth's Optus Stadium next Saturday.
NewsAustralian Associated PressUK's Rwanda migrant hostel ready for kids
The hostel in Rwanda where Britain plans to send migrants under its controversial asylum-seeker deportation policy is preparing to house children, its manager said, with the prospect of youngsters being sent there with their parents.Under an agreement struck in April, Britain will send tens of thousands of migrants who arrive on its shores illegally more than 6400km to the central African country.
SportAustralian Associated PressPostecoglou lauded by Celtic favourite
Former Celtic star Stiliyan Petrov believes Ange Postecoglou will be driven by a desire to get everybody talking about the club as he prepares for his first taste of the Champions League.The Hoops manager's stock is high after he overhauled Rangers in his first season in charge to reclaim the Scottish Premiership title, while also implementing an eye-catching front-foot playing style.
SportAustralian Associated PressEngland can become a special team: Jones
England's rugby side are in a rut, but coach Eddie Jones says they will become a special team if they come up trumps in Australia.The pressure is firmly on Jones following England's failed Six Nations campaign and this week's embarrassing 52-21 loss to the Barbarians.
NewsAustralian Associated PressVic Labor govt locks in cabinet, deputy
Victoria's Labor government has unveiled its frontbench for the November state election and crowned a new deputy premier.Transport Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan will replace James Merlino as deputy premier, after he was one of four senior Labor ministers to announce their retirement and step down from cabinet on Friday.
SportAustralian Associated PressKennedy kicks five as Eagles sink Bombers
The heat is set to intensify on Essendon coach Ben Rutten after Josh Kennedy booted five goals to lift West Coast to a shock 10-point AFL win at Optus Stadium.0), Willie Rioli (three goals), Jamie Cripps (three goals), Jack Darling (two goals), and Liam Ryan (two goals) all cashed in as the Eagles secured the 16.
SportAustralian Associated PressLIV Series players banned, hit with fines
The DP World Tour has fined members who played in the inaugural LIV Golf Invitational Series PS100,000 ($A177,835) apiece and banned them from the upcoming Scottish Open and two other events.Players like Ian Poulter, Lee Westwood and Sergio Garcia all joined the Saudi-backed breakaway venture at Hertfordshire earlier this month despite not having received releases to do so.
NewsAustralian Associated PressRussian Kherson official killed in blast
A senior official in the Russian-installed administration of Ukraine's occupied Kherson region has been killed in an apparent assassination, the deputy head of the administration says.Dmitry Savluchenko, head of the families, youth, and sports department of the Kherson Military-Civilian Administration, was killed in a bomb blast on Friday.
LifestyleAustralian Associated PressPunchy three-cylinder Rio with bite
Motor companies, it must be said, are pretty good at getting money out of customers.Many a buyer has marched into a dealership, determined to walk out with a big bargain, only to end up with all manner of accessories they never knew they wanted.
SportAustralian Associated PressCrows axe club champion Crouch again
Adelaide midfielder Matt Crouch has been axed again but coach Matthew Nicks denies the club champion's career is at the AFL crossroads.Nicks says Crouch is "really disappointed" at being dumped for Sunday's encounter with North Melbourne.
NewsAustralian Associated PressHayne fan spat at rape victim, Seven says
Articles reporting that NRL fan Mina Greiss spat at the rape victim of former player Jarryd Hayne were true and not defamatory, Seven Network has said.In a defence to a Federal Court defamation suit, Seven denies that two 7News articles written in May last year and a related tweet by journalist Leonie Ryan injured Mr Greiss' character or reputation or caused him any harm or embarrassment.
SportAustralian Associated PressTime right for trophy name change: Ella
Mark Ella claims it was time for rugby to move away from Captain Cook and towards an on-field rivalry with England after the new trophy was named in the Indigenous great's honour.Ella will feature as part of the Ella-Mobbs trophy when the three-Test series between Australia and England begins in Perth next Saturday, replacing the Cook Cup.
BusinessAustralian Associated PressNetball Aust confirm huge financial loss
With its 2021 financial results confirming a multi-million dollar loss, Netball Australia is in the process of extending current loans until 2025.The sport's governing body released its results following the AGM, revealing a $4.
NewsAustralian Associated PressTwo Vic ministers promoted after exodus
Two Victorian government ministers have been promoted to lead high profile portfolios as part of a pre-election cabinet shake-up after the departure of four senior frontbenchers.Deputy Premier James Merlino, Health Minister Martin Foley, Police Minister Lisa Neville and Sports Minister Martin Pakula revealed they would not recontest their seats in November and immediately step down from cabinet on Friday morning.
