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SportAustralian Associated PressMy critics are irrelevant: coach Arnold
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold says his critics are irrelevant. They've never coached," Arnold said after Australia's 1-0 victory against Tunisia at the World Cup in Qatar on Saturday.
SportAustralian Associated PressRoar and Canberra draw in ALW sauna
Brisbane Roar star winger Shea Connors was replaced at the end of a 1-all draw with Canberra United with heat exhaustion in an A-League Women clash played in oppressive conditions.The temperature recorded on the pitch at Brisbane's Perry Park was 35 degrees with players taking a break every 15 minutes.
SportAustralian Associated PressWest Indies fight out draw against PM's XI
Incapacitated Raymon Reifer and gritty Joshua Da Silva declined to chance their arm at notching the West Indies' first first-class win on Australian soil in more than 25 years, instead defending grimly to fight out a draw in the pink-ball tour match against the Prime Minister's XI at Manuka Oval.Chasing 309 for victory after the PM XI's sporting declaration at 4-221 late on day three, the tourists shut up shop at the fall of the eighth wicket with eight overs to go, finishing on 8-277.
SportAustralian Associated PressEngland suffer reality check after US draw
England have suffered a sobering reality check as they were outplayed for long periods by a youthful United States side in a tense 0-0 draw in their second World Cup Group B game.A 6-2 thrashing of Iran on Monday sent fans' hopes soaring but Gareth Southgate's side were fortunate not to suffer a repeat of their 1950 World Cup calamity against the Americans.
NewsAustralian Associated PressTas Liberals state election grants probed
A parliamentary inquiry will probe the Tasmanian Liberal government's funding of election promises after criticism of a lack of proper transparency.Right to information documents recently revealed the state government allocated $2.
SportAustralian Associated PressBullets axe NBL coach James Duncan
James Duncan has been axed as Brisbane coach, with management losing faith after the NBL club's 3-6 season start.The recruitment of Boomers star Aron Baynes and NBA veteran Tyler Johnson came with championship aspirations in Duncan's second season at the helm.
SportAustralian Associated PressKeane takes unique road to ALW berth
If good things come to those who wait, Hannah Keane has found even better things come for those who take their own path.Six years ago, the American was a talented college graduate on the verge of signing as one of Melbourne City's internationals.
NewsAustralian Associated PressFord recalls 634,000 SUVs worldwide
Ford Motor Co is recalling 634,000 sport utility vehicles worldwide over fire risks from possible cracked fuel injectors and is urging owners to have their cars inspected.2 car maker by sales said the recall covers 2020-2023 model year Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs with 3 cylinder, 1.
SportAustralian Associated PressNBL import Lee reunites with Humphries
A former college basketball teammate, new Melbourne United import Marcus Lee says he can see the change in Isaac Humphries since he came out as the NBL's first openly gay player.Lee will suit up for United on Saturday against Tasmania, having flown in from a stint in Spain's Liga ACB.
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Sport on agenda for recovering veterans
How sport programs can help injured veterans transition into civilian life will be the subject of a new parliamentary inquiry.Stemming from the royal commission into defence and veteran suicide, the Senate inquiry will hear evidence of how sport can benefit veterans with physical and mental impairments, and how the Australian Defence Force can use adaptive sports.
SportAustralian Associated PressWA Shield win heaps pressure on NSW coach
Western Australia have extended their lead at the top of the Sheffield Shield table to 12 points with a 133-run win at the SCG that left cellar dwellers NSW bottom.The Warriors' fourth win of the season meant the embattled Blues have suffered their worst start to a Shield campaign since 2008-09, as pressure mounts on NSW coach Phil Jaques going into contract negotiation season.
NewsAustralian Associated PressCameron Williams denies drunken assault
Former Nine Network star Cameron Williams has denied drunkenly assaulting his wife during a heated, late-night argument.Williams, 59, appeared briefly in Singleton Local Court on Thursday after being charged following his arrest early on Sunday morning at the couple's rural retreat in the NSW Hunter Valley.
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Promises made in Victoria's election
The major parties have gone on a spending spree in the battle for Victorians' hearts and minds this election.According to the parliamentary budget office, Labor is promising $12 billion and the coalition $28b in health, transport, energy and education policies ahead of the November 26 poll.
SportAustralian Associated PressRetired Gallen 'will never fight SBW'
A peeved Paul Gallen says no amount of money can lure him out of retirement to fight Sonny Bill Williams, declaring his bitter rival has done his dash with a below-the-belt sledge.Gallen bowed out on top after a decorated 21-year professional sporting career, earning a unanimous points win over former his Queensland State of Origin adversary Justin Hodges on Wednesday night.
SportAustralian Associated PressDemons' old hands steering AFLW flag bid
Call them the Demons' dedicated half-dozen.They are the experienced core of Melbourne's playing group who have been there since the AFLW's inaugural season, led by captain Daisy Pearce and long-time deputy Karen Paxman.
SportAustralian Associated PressGermany, Belgium stage WC armband protests
Germany's players covered their mouths for their team photo before their opening World Cup match, a 2-1 loss to Japan, to protest against FIFA's clampdown on the 'One Love' armband.The Germany team lined up in the traditional formation before the game and all 11 players covered their mouths with their right hand in a co-ordinated gesture.
SportAustralian Associated PressAustralia's soccer question with no answer
Australia's sports minister says it's a galling question without an answer.The Socceroos' most capped player wants an explanation.
NewsAustralian Associated PressAustralia stops short of FIFA boss support
Australia has stopped short of declaring unequivocal support for FIFA's embattled president as European nations dramatically escalated protests at the World Cup.German players covered their mouths during a pre-game photograph on Wednesday in a blunt message to FIFA for silencing human rights debate at the cup in Qatar.
NewsAustralian Associated PressRise in support for Indigenous voice
Three out of four Australians believe the creation of a national representative Indigenous body is important and should be enshrined in the constitution.A new survey from Reconciliation Australia found 79 per cent favour an enshrined Indigenous voice to parliament, with support from First Nations people sitting at 86 per cent.
SportAustralian Associated PressGallen ends career with win over Hodges
Paul Gallen has made a triumphant end to his 21-year professional sporting career with a unanimous points decision over Justin Hodges in their State of Origin-style boxing grudge match in Sydney.Gallen couldn't find the knockout blow that NSW fans at The Aware Super Theatre were baying for on Wednesday night.
SportAustralian Associated PressHastings adamant best will come at Knights
A determined Jackson Hastings insists his best football is ahead of him at Newcastle as he prepares to play at his sixth club in nine years across both sides of the globe.Hastings arrived at Newcastle this week, days after the swap deal for him to leave wooden-spooners Wests Tigers in return for the Knights' David Klemmer was complete.
SportAustralian Associated PressBetts to mentor Indigenous sporting talent
Eddie Betts will leave his coaching role with AFL premiers Geelong to focus on his new foundation, aimed at supporting young Indigenous athletes as they enter professional sport.Betts joined the Cats in a part-time development position in January and played a key role in mentoring former Adelaide teammate Tyson Stengle.
SportAustralian Associated PressTensions rise as Socceroos lose to France
Scuffles have broken out between soccer fans at Melbourne's Federation Square as Australia lost to France in the World Cup.Bottles were thrown at a couple of people wearing French shirts early on Wednesday morning, while video posted to social media shows punches between spectators.
SportAustralian Associated PressGlazers talk of possible Man Utd sale
Manchester United could be sold after the Glazer family announced they were "exploring strategic alternatives" for the club.The unpopular American owners - who have faced significant fan opposition during their tenure - appear to be prepared to relinquish control after 17 years in charge.
SportAustralian Associated PressRonaldo to leave after criticising Man Utd
Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will leave the club with immediate effect, marking a bitter end to the Portugal captain's second spell at Old Trafford after he said he felt betrayed by the club.United issued a statement on Tuesday night announcing they had reached a mutual agreement with the player to terminate his contract.
