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Coronavirus outbreak
PM says travel advice upgraded, as man in Australia tested for deadly coronavirus
People travelling to Wuhan in China are advised to exercise a high degree of caution, says Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
- by Rachel Clun
From storms to grassfires: New threat for Victoria as hot winds return
A total fire ban is now in place, as firefighters warn fast-moving grassfires could threaten towns in the state's west.
- by Rachel Eddie
Opinion
World markets
US Fed is caught in a trap - if it tries to escape all hell breaks loose
There's something odd about a sharemarket that rises 26 per cent over a year in which growth was the weakest since the financial crisis.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Trump lawyers call for his immediate acquittal from impeachment trial
Senate Republican leader has put forward rules that could lead to a quick impeachment trial for Trump.
- by Steve Holland and Karen Freifeld
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What is coronavirus and how worried should we be?
A mysterious new virus has left four people dead and more than 200 sick as cases spread to Japan, South Korea and Thailand. What is it?
- by Sherryn Groch
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Australian Open
Nadal sails through as 22-year-old Melbourne wildcard wins in five-set epic
Rafael Nadal had a straight sets win over Hugo Dellien as Marc Polmans, 22, from Brighton battled through in five sets.
- by Damien Ractliffe
'Nothing to lose': Dokic sounds warning for Barty
Jelena Dokic warns Ashleigh Barty will now confront opponents who will 'swing freely' as she battles it out in the Open.
- by Scott Spits
Kyrgios feud 'water under the bridge' for former AOC nemesis Chiller
Former Australian chef de mission has backed John Coates' stance on including the Nick Kyrgios in the team for Tokyo.
- by Sam Phillips
A 'more peaceful life': Harry flies to Canada to join Meghan
Harry has spoken about leaving royal duties behind in a bid for a "more peaceful life" for his family.
- by Tony Jones
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Ex-police boss Overland changes evidence, says Nixon knew of Lawyer X
After his diaries were uncovered in a storage facility, the former police boss Simon Overland now admits he told former chief commissioner Christine Nixon that barrister Nicola Gobbo was a police informer.
- by Erin Pearson
Mercy mission: Food drops to help save animals in Victoria's bushfire zones
Choppers are set to take to the air on Tuesday in mercy mission for starving animals.
- by Noel Towell and Sumeyya Ilanbey
Widow pleads for clues after husband and his guide dog killed in crash
The widow of a man who was killed along with his guide dog when he was hit by a car last year has appealed to anyone with information about the crash.
- by Marnie Banger
Man 'stalked woman before attacking her at front door'
Attacker grabbed woman from behind, covering her nose and mouth, before roommate came to rescue, police say
- by Zach Hope
Tendulkar, Walsh to feature in bushfire relief cricket match
Batting great Sachin Tendulkar will join forces with Ricky Ponting in Cricket Australia's bushfire appeal match, while Courtney Walsh will also take part .
- by Andrew Wu
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Stefanos Tsitsipas calls for 'a little more respect' after rowdy crowd
Stefanos Tsitsipas asks for calm after fans boo opponent in Australian Open first round.
Court's recognition 'for her tennis achievements only': Tennis Australia chief
Tennis chief reiterated the governing body's opposition to Margaret Court's controversial views ahead of celebration.
- by Sam Phillips
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National security
Chinese-made cameras removed from buildings over security concerns
Closed-circuit television devices made by Chinese company are operating in public buildings, despite being flagged as a potential risk.
- by Anthony Galloway
'No cause for alarm': Australia to screen for coronavirus
- by Rachel Clun and Dana McCauley
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Taylor investigation
Angus Taylor's office refuses most of travel document request
- by Nick Bonyhady and David Crowe
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Royal family
'We should seize the Megxit moment': Labor MP renews push for Australian republic
- by Latika Bourke
Business
James Packer to be called to give evidence at Crown casino inquiry
James Packer, his executives and Crown Resorts executive chair John Alexander will all be called to give evidence.
- by Patrick Hatch
World
Africa’s richest woman is barred from her bank and under investigation
A bank where Isabel dos Santos is the biggest shareholder announced it was ending its "commercial relationship" with her after damning documents were leaked.
- by Michael Forsythe
Opinion
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Rebel Wilson kicks off 2020 selling her investment apartment
Rebel Wilson has made the most of her summer return home to Australia by selling her investment apartment for more than $800,000.
- by Lucy Macken
Life & Culture
Award-winning Oz filmmaker attacks 'dinosaur ally' Morrison at Davos
A pioneering Australian filmmaker used her speech at the elite Davos meeting in Europe to send a message to the PM.
- by Nick Miller
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Australian Open
Australian Open 2020 LIVE updates, day two
Follow live from Melbourne Park, with Rafael Nadal, Maria Sharapova and Ajla Tomljanovic just a few of the players in action.
- by Damien Ractliffe
Dokic warns Barty to be wary of opponents who'll now 'swing freely'
Jelena Dokic warns Ashleigh Barty will now confront opponents who have “nothing to lose” as she strives to handle the pressure of trying to end Australia’s singles drought at the Australian Open.
- by Scott Spits
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Australian Open
Comeback king Fognini completes unique grand slam
Fabio Fognini has now come back from two sets down at every grand slam.
- by Sam McClure
The Olympics want Tiger Woods. He wants to go. But there’s a catch.
To qualify for the Tokyo Olympics, Tiger Woods must be one of the top four American golfers. Currently he is only the fifth-best from his country.
- by Karen Crouse
Tendulkar, Walsh to feature in bushfire relief match
Batting great Sachin Tendulkar will join forces with Ricky Ponting in Cricket Australia's bushfire appeal match, while Courtney Walsh will also take part.
- by Andrew Wu
Why Aussie quit the Tour de France mid-race last year
Rohan Dennis has revealed he walked out for "family reasons", afraid his reactions to Bahrain-Merdia's team environment would ruin his marriage.
- by Sophie Smith
Jockey sues Mick Price Racing, MRC after fall
Mick Price Racing and the Melbourne Racing Club are facing a $400,000 compensation claim after jockey was left with career-ending facial injuries.
- by Damien Ractliffe
Have Your Say
Court's recognition 'for her tennis achievements only'
Craig Tiley has reiterated Tennis Australia's opposition to Margaret Court's controversial views ahead of ceremony next week.
