Giant red kangaroo dubbed ‘Arnie of Roos’ dies aged 12
A giant red kangaroo dubbed the Arnold Schwarzenegger of the animal world which became an internet sensation for his muscly physique has died in Australia at the age of 12.
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Queen sends message of support to Queenslanders affected by bushfires
The Queen has sent a message to Queenslanders affected by the bushfires.
Twitter defends journalist ‘thrown out’ of Australian Parliament for bare arms
Australian journalist Patricia Karvelas has received an apology from the government after she was asked to leave Parliament for allegedly breaching the dress code.
Brother of test cricketer Usman Khawaja arrested
The brother of Australia test cricketer Usman Khawaja has been taken into custody by counter-terrorism police investigating the discovery in August of a laptop computer containing a purported terrorist hit-list.
Meet Archie Schiller, the six-year-old who’s been called up by Australia
The Australia national cricket team will have a very special player in their squad for the first time at this year’s Boxing Day Test.
Teenager hits six sixes in an over on his way to rapid double century
A teenage batsman hit six sixes in a single over as part of a 115-ball double century.
Fans from across the globe to make the trip for Dons cup final
Fans across the world have got cup final fever – as they travel thousands of miles to cheer on the Dons at Hampden.
Thousands of Australian schoolchildren protest over climate change
Thousands of schoolchildren across Australia have skipped classes to attend rallies demanding government action on climate change.
North-east Australia faces unprecedented ‘catastrophic’ wildfire danger
Large swathes of north-east Australia endured unprecedented fire danger on Wednesday, with 138 wildfires across Queensland state forcing schools to be closed and thousands of homes to be evacuated, officials said.
Formerly conjoined twins leave Australian hospital after separation
Formerly conjoined twins from Bhutan have been discharged from an Australian hospital more than two weeks after they were separated in a delicate surgery.
Jones defends Farrell tackle technique after England beat Australia
Eddie Jones has defended Owen Farrell’s tackle technique as the spotlight once again fell on England’s co-captain in a conclusive victory over Australia.
Farrell in the spotlight again over controversial tackle
World Rugby’s officiating protocols have come under fierce attack yet again this autumn as Australia were overwhelmed 37-18 by England at Twickenham.
‘Voice of rugby’ Ian Robertson lays down mic after 47-year career
Ian Robertson brought his stellar 47-year career at the BBC to an close as England beat Australia 37-18 at Twickenham.
5 talking points ahead of England’s autumn international against Australia
England conclude their 2018 autumn series when Australia visit Twickenham on Saturday.
Princess Kylie? Charles suggests Australian names for next grandchild
The Prince of Wales joked that the names Kylie and Shane could be on the shortlist for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s baby.
Tuilagi to make England return after being named on bench for Wallabies clash
Manu Tuilagi will finally make his first appearance of the autumn when England face Australia at Twickenham on Saturday after being picked on the bench alongside Dylan Hartley.
Drug mule returns to Australia after Bali deportation
A convicted Australian drug mule returned to her homeland early on Thursday hours after she was deported from the Indonesian tourist island of Bali, where she had served nearly 14 years in prison for smuggling heroin.
Tuilagi faces make-or-break training session to prove fitness for Wallabies game
Manu Tuilagi has one last training session to prove his fitness for England’s final Quilter International against Australia at Twickenham.
‘Bali Nine’ drug smuggler released from Indonesian jail after nearly 14 years
Indonesia said an Australian woman freed after serving nearly 14 years in prison for smuggling heroin to the tourist island of Bali will be deported and banned from the country for life.
Samu served rugby apprenticeship during single season in Cornwall
Rising Australia star Pete Samu has revealed his true rugby apprenticeship as a season spent in Cornwall battling snow-capped pitches and local ciders.
Edinburgh Tattoo heading back to Australia with special guest
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo will return to Australia – taking Edinburgh Castle with it.
Man challenges Australian prosecutors after suffering life-changing injuries
A Belfast man who suffered life-changing brain injuries during a one-punch attack in Australia has claimed his condition was not taken seriously enough by the legal authorities.
Halfpenny misses Wales clash with South Africa due to concussion
Leigh Halfpenny has been ruled out of Wales’ Under Armour Series finale against South Africa in Cardiff on Saturday.
Australia worry over vital trio ahead of Twickenham clash
Australia’s key attacking talents Israel Folau and Bernard Foley have been struck with a sickness bug, plunging their fitness into doubt for Saturday’s Test with England.
England set to lose injured Ashton for Australia clash
England are expected to rule Chris Ashton out of Saturday’s clash with Australia when they reveal the extent of his calf problem on Tuesday afternoon.
Aberdeen’s Boyle scores double for Australia in Lebanon friendly
Aberdeen-born ex-Montrose winger Martin Boyle has scored his first goals for Australia.
Smith, Warner and Bancroft ball-tampering bans still stand – Cricket Australia
Lengthy bans handed to Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft over the ball-tampering scandal will not be reduced, Cricket Australia (CA) said.
Care faces World Cup selection battle after being dropped for Australia clash
Danny Care’s World Cup ambitions are in jeopardy after he was dropped for the climax to England’s autumn series against Australia on Saturday.
Hughes set to make England return against Australia after completing ban
Nathan Hughes is poised to make his England comeback in Saturday’s autumn finale against Australia after completing his six-week ban.
Hughes set to make England return against Australia
Nathan Hughes is poised to make his England comeback in Saturday’s autumn finale against Australia after completing his six-week ban.