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Cummins to address ‘long list’ of Khawaja allegations
Australian Test captain Pat Cummins has confirmed he will front the media on Friday in Sydney.
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Cummins to 'respond properly' to Khawaja claims tomorrow
After a week of conversation about ball tampering from the 2018 tour of South Africa, Australia Test captain Pat Cummins is set to respond publicly.
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Teen critical after fall from train on Sydney Harbour Bridge
A teenage boy has fallen from a train on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, leaving him with injuries to his head, legs and pelvis and suspending some rail services.
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Teen critical after falling off train on Sydney Harbour Bridge
A teenage boy has been rushed to hospital after falling from a train and onto the tracks on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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Vescio won't quit this habit even if 'it's uncomfortable to watch'
As Darcy Vescio prepares to become Carlton's first AFLW 100-game player, they have forged a legacy that is secure both on and off the field.
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Homicide squad investigating after human torso found inside sofa
The homicide squad is investigating after a human torso was found inside a sofa in Sydney's North Shore.
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Human torso found in sofa in Sydney bushland prompts homicide investigation
Police called to Lane Cove North on Wednesday after sofa found containing human torso believed to be that of adult man Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast New South Wales police have launched a homicide investigation after a human torso was found in bushland on Sydney’s lower north shore. Po…
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What is in Usman Khawaja's book Sabr and what did he actually say about Sandpapergate?
Much has been written and said about Usman Khawaja's new book — but what's actually in the pages of Sabr?
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Warner hits out as batting coach calls Khawaja claims 'absolutely false'
Graeme Hick, Australia's batting coach at the time of the 2018 tour of South Africa, weighs in on the recent revelations about Sandpaper-gate, labelling Usman Khawaja's claims "absolutely false".
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The Wallabies-Scotland rivalry born in a Melbourne backyard
Sione Tuipulotu and Isaac Kailea used to face off in the backyards of their family homes in Melbourne. On Monday they will meet on opposite sides at Murrayfield.
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The women's RLWC final is a fight against fate
Australia and New Zealand's run to the women's World Cup final has felt pre-destined from the moment the tournament started and the Jillaroos are poised to once again show their dominance against their greatest rivals.
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Swimming embraces short and sharp with new Swim GP competition
Traditional swimming competitions are no longer enough, as Swimming Australia continues to explore alternative formats with the Swim GP in Melbourne, and the return of the International Swimming League in London this December.
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Want to win an AFLW flag? Club culture matters, data shows
AFL Players Association CEO James Gallagher says the gap between AFLW clubs getting workplace culture right is widening and the results can be seen on the field.
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The rebuild is on as Labuschagne makes shaky return to Shield cricket
Marnus Labuschagne's return to the Queensland side nets just 12 runs, showing the path to his return to Test form will take some time yet.
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How a small scrap of sandpaper shed light on cricket's so-called dark arts
Keeping the cricket ball in the perfect condition to behave the way you want it to has always been a part of cricket, but the Australians and their yellow scrap of sandpaper shed harsh light on the sport's so-called dark arts.
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ACL battles haven't halted these AFL draft hopefuls
After AFL hopeful Gus White ruptured his ACL this year, he sought advice from another player who experienced the same injury — and both are now hoping to be selected in this month's draft.
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Minjee Lee set to end horror 2026 season with Tour Championship absence
Minjee Lee will miss the Tour Championship for the first time since 2014 as she looks to rebound from a year to forget.
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Warner jabs former Australian coach Lehmann over Sandpapergate sanctions
David Warner agrees with a Chris Broad comment suggesting former Australian coach Darren Lehmann got away lightly in the wake of the Sandpapergate scandal.
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Usman Khawaja makes changes to book tour after tense 7.30 interview
Usman Khawaja cuts down on media appearances regarding his book, Sabr, following incessant questions about the Sandpapergate chapter.
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'Discrimination' claim as AFLW player delisted weeks out from giving birth
The AFLW's pregnancy policy is called into question with a Suns player delisted just weeks out from giving birth.
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Legends urge Australia to 'move on' from Sandpapergate amid opposing claims
As Mitchell Starc and Usman Khawaja's recollections of the 2018 incident differ, Adam Gilchrist says Australia must move on.
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Sinner targeting Australian Open return after earlier 'impossible goal'
The two-time champion at Melbourne Park has no plans to miss out next year after having his 2026 season cruelled by injury.
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Teenage girls hospitalised after crash in Sydney’s Inner West
Three teenage girls have been rushed to hospital, one in critical condition, following a serious car crash in Sydney’s Inner West.
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This Sydney council was called the state’s ‘worst’. A $4m inquiry has found otherwise
The findings from a 52-day hearing are likely to heap pressure on Local Government Minister Ron Hoenig, who the NSW opposition says owes ratepayers an apology.
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