We have selectors with agendas, says former Test opener Cowan

image for article:The national selectors have copped plenty of criticism amid a damaging and gruelling series against India. (AP: Rick Rycroft)ABC News

Former Test opener Ed Cowan says there needs to be an overhaul to Australian cricket's national selection… More

Saudi woman seeking asylum in Australia 'detained in Bangkok airport'

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An 18-year-old Saudi woman on her way to seek asylum in Australia is being held in an airport hotel… More

Man electrocuted as neighbours watch in horror during Sydney storms

image for article:Dr Hossam Ibrahim died after being electrocuted outside his Punchbowl home (Supplied)ABC News

Neighbours throw objects at a fallen powerline to try to get it off well-respected community member… More

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What's the score in the cricket?

Marnus Labuschagne was one of a number of Aussies to get settled before getting out. (AP: Rick Rycroft)ABC News

India is hoping for its first series win in Australia with a victory in the final Test at the SCG. Take a look at the full scorecard.

The unexpected fallout of sharing my personal story

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I thought when I shared my story in September that I knew exactly what I was doing and the effect it would have. It turns out I had no idea, writes Virginia… More

When are the Socceroos playing at the Asian Cup?

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Australia gets its Asian Cup defence off and running with games against Jordan, Palestine and Syria in Group B. Find out more about the Socceroos' opponents… More

What an ant protection racket for caterpillars can tell us about the web of life

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To save one of the rarest butterflies in the world, we also need to save an unnamed ant species, an endangered woodland and a parasitic plant.

Here's the obscure coin law that let a shop refuse service to an Adelaide mum

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Amy Bivone sparked a viral controversy when she was turned away from a convenience store for trying to pay in 50-cent pieces — but that's just one of… More

Inside the world of competitive penny-farthing racing

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Stares and laughs are par for the course for a North Queensland rider training for the National Penny Farthing Championships.

Analysis: Harris offers hope, but Australians miss chance to cash in at SCG

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Batting looked awfully easy for Australia at times on day three, with Marcus Harris in particular catching the eye. But, like all his team-mates, the… More

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