NewsAustralian Associated PressToday's Birthday 19/9
Today's Birthday, September 19: Australian reigning Olympic modern pentathlon champion Chloe Esposito (1991 - )
SportAustralian Associated PressMazda CX-8 comfortable, quiet and capable
Mazda has put a foot in two camps with its new CX-8 SUV - blending features from one larger and one smaller model into one all-new machine.
SportAustralian Associated PressRoubaix champ Hayman to end cycling career
Mat Hayman, one of Australian cycling's most respected figures, will end his racing career next January at the Tour Down Under.
SportAustralian Associated PressRetiring Slater leaves a mark on Melbourne
Win or lose, Friday night's NRL preliminary final will be retiring Storm fullback Billy Slater's last in Melbourne and he's been honoured with a mural.
SportAustralian Associated PressCarzoff penalised for Group 1 Metropolitan
Newcastle Gold Cup winner Carzoff will carry 52.5kg in the Group One Metropolitan after being penalised 1.5kg for the $750,000 race.
SportAustralian Associated PressCrusher tackles a 'disturbing' trend: Inglis
Greg Inglis says he doesn't like the crusher technique, despite getting charged over the ugly tackle.
SportAustralian Associated PressMixed injury news for Sharks ahead of prelim
Cronulla could head into their preliminary final against the Storm severely understrength.
SportAustralian Associated PressAussie Dickson stuns NFL with drop kicks
Michael Dickson looked superhuman until he shanked a punt against the Bears that travelled only 10 yards.
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RV appoints Robert Cram as chief steward
Racing Victoria has announced Robert Cram as chairman of stewards, replacing Terry Bailey who has moved to Singapore.
SportAustralian Associated PressAmbitious Avondale's rise up the ranks
Avondale FC were plodding around in Victorian soccer's sixth tier not long ago. Now they're one of Australia's most enterprising clubs outside the A-League.
SportAustralian Associated PressPonting's spirited defence of Aussie cricket culture
Former Test captain Ricky Ponting has launched a passionate defence of Australia's under-siege cricket culture while predicting a "vastly different" environment under the leadership of Justin Langer and Tim Paine.
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Possible end of Russia ban sparks outcry
The possible reinstatement of Russia's anti-doping agency after their blanket Olympic ban has sparked a major outcry.
SportAustralian Associated PressFinch praises Maxwell for snub response
Aaron Finch has praised Glenn Maxwell's response to his Test snubbing, saying the all-rounder has already shown he has taken the selectors' criticism on board..
SportAustralian Associated PressRugby Australia makes decision on Tui incident
Rugby Australia has decided not to take any further action over an incident involving Lukhan Tui and a Wallabies fan but will review their security measures.
SportAustralian Associated PressAFL critics no concern for Pies' big Texan
Collingwood's American giant Mason Cox had never picked up a Sherrin four years ago but is now just one win away from the AFL grand final.
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Delly predicts NBA golden era for Aussies
Matthew Dellavedova says it is an exciting time to be an Australian playing in the lucrative NBA with a deep pool of talent.
SportAustralian Associated PressEx-Test teammate stunned by Peter Siddle recall
The former Australian fast bowler has taken aim at Justin Langer's new selection policy.
SportAustralian Associated PressAustralian cycling team makes history
British rider Simon Yates has sealed victory in Spain's Vuelta to give Australian cycling team Mitchelton-Scott a first Grant Tour triumph.
SportAustralian Associated Press'Storm in a tea cup' or big concern? Dusty's health questioned
Dustin Martin's fitness remains a topic of intrigue after he trained away from Richmond's main group just days from their AFL preliminary final.
SportAustralian Associated PressAustralia lose last traditional Davis Cup tie
Austrian Davis Cup hero Dominic Thiem has praised Alex de Minaur after battling past the young Australian to seal victory for his nation in Graz.
SportAustralian Associated PressBen Hunt explains 'dumbest play of the year'
The Dragons halfback reckons he's lost his Kangaroos spot after Saturday night's finals horror show.
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Barrett not to blame for NZ loss: Hansen
Beauden Barrett has gone from match winner to villain in the eyes of All Blacks supporters after their Rugby Championship loss to South Africa.
SportAustralian Associated PressA-League to trial music and safe flares during play
Music during goal kicks and corners at matches and even controlled use of flairs will be on trial during the A-League season's first month to attract fans.
SportAustralian Associated PressNorman urges synergy for Aus golf bodies
Greg Norman has implored Australian golf's governing bodies to work together or risk the summer tournaments continuing to struggle.
SportAustralian Associated Press'We had it': Dragons coach laments an 'opportunity missed'
Dragons coach Paul McGregor admits his side missed an opportunity in Saturday night's topsy-turvy one-point NRL semi-final loss to South Sydney.