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'A large fireball': Three Americans die in plane crash while fighting bushfires
A "spotter plane" flying ahead of the American aircraft is believed to have travelled through a valley near Peak View, but the C-130 never emerged behind it.
- by Tom Rabe, Laura Chung and Nick Moir
China locks down two more cities to stop coronavirus spreading
Chinese authorities have moved to lock down cities with a combined population of more than 18 million in an unprecedented effort to contain the deadly new virus.
Minister's fate hinges on timing in slush fund scandal
The political fate of deputy Nationals leader Bridget McKenzie rests on when she approved a grant to a shooting club and if she declared her club membership.
- by Rob Harris
Hundreds of Australians caught up in global sting by tax agencies
Hundreds of Australians who have used a Central American bank may be caught up in a joint global investigation by tax agencies including the ATO.
- by Shane Wright
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Australian Open
'They don't deserve that': Kyrgios apologises to his team for 'unacceptable' behaviour
The Australian publicly apologised to his support team for his “unacceptable” behaviour as his Australian Open second-round match teetered on the edge.
- by Scott Spits
'I don't care': Nadal dismisses Kyrgios impersonation
Kyrgios was astounded to receive what he felt was an incorrect warning, so he impersonated Nadal's pre-serve action.
- by Roy Ward
A town haunted by history on Australia Day
In the morning, revellers will gather in Jellicoe Park for breakfast. As the chairs are stacked away, mourners will arrive.
- by Ella Archibald-Binge and Rhett Wyman
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Super Rugby
Tip of the iceberg: Other sports braced for cuts at Fox Sports
The staff cuts within Fox Sports' once-sprawling rugby department are only the beginning, according to insiders.
- by Georgina Robinson
Victory in the fight to defend Aboriginal carvings on Sydney's northern beaches
A couple saved nearly 40 rock carvings from property developers after paying more than $2 million to buy the plot.
- by Janek Drevikovsky
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Sydney
'Wall of mud and ash': Fish disaster moves across vital river system
The threat of mass fish kills is emerging as ashy sludge with "the consistency of cake mix" moves downstream.
- by Peter Hannam
Crane on Packer's tower swings in high winds, smashing window
Workers in nearby towers at Barangaroo were shocked to see the crane rotating quickly in the high winds.
- by Matt O'Sullivan
NSW Nationals tell members hazard reduction 'vital' to quell bushfires
State and federal NSW National MPs released a joint statement on the bushfires acknowledging climate change, but saying it wasn't the only contributing factor.
- by Lisa Visentin
Multiple emergency bushfire alerts issued as Sydney swelters
The bushfire season is "far from over,” said Premier Gladys Berejiklian, as very hot, dry and windy weather resulted in more fire threats.
- by Jenny Noyes
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Police watchdog commissioner sacked after complaint investigation
The NSW government has sacked Patrick Saidi from his position as oversight commissioner at the LECC, weeks after it revealed chief commissioner would also leave.
- by Lisa Visentin
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Kyrgios has Open immunity from hefty ATP penalty
The lengthy suspended sentence and hefty fine hanging over Nick Kyrgios from the ATP will not apply if the mercurial Australian misbehaves at this grand slam.
- by Jake Niall
Barty shares spotlight to reveal former teammate's retirement
Barty, having just teamed up with Julia Gorges to defeat Jessica Moore and Astra Sharma in the first round of the women's doubles on Melbourne Arena, used her post-match interview to honour her friend.
- by Anthony Colangelo
Politics
Hundreds of Australians caught up in global sting by tax agencies
Hundreds of Australians who have used a Central American bank may be caught up in a joint global investigation by tax agencies including the ATO.
- by Shane Wright
Business
Bauer chief determined to proceed with $40m Pac Mags deal with Seven
Bauer Media chief executive Brendon Hill has not been deterred by failed negotiations with Mercury Capital, adamant to get his merger with Pacific Magazines over the line.
- by Zoe Samios
World
Inside Trump's impeachment trial, where a glass of milk stole the show
The US Senate rarely attracts media attention, but it's a different story with Donald Trump's impeachment trial. Tickets are scarce, rules are strict.
- by Matthew Knott
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Five private Australian islands that you can book for a holiday
While resorts and Airbnbs are a dime a dozen, there are plenty of areas within Australia where holidaying and relaxation is being taken to the next level.
- by Kate Bartels
The (other) sign that Australia's housing market will pick up in 2020
It's officially rebounding but there's another indicator that shows even more homes look set to be listed for sale once the summer holidays end.
- by Jemimah Clegg
Life & Culture
Why a Rage Against the Machine cover is tipped to top the Hottest 100
Denzel Curry's viral version of Bulls on Parade has proved the 1996 song resonates in the age of Trump.
- by Robert Moran
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Opening the world's eyes to the spirit and deeper meaning of Dr G's music
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Australian Open
Kyrgios apologises for 'unacceptable' behaviour as he wins through to third round
The Australian publicly apologised to his support team for his “unacceptable” behaviour as his Australian Open second-round match teetered on the edge.
- by Scott Spits
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NRL 2020
Simply the Rest: Jimmy Barnes courted by NRL to sing at GF
The Australian rock legend is being courted by the NRL to sign Tina Turner’s Simply the Best at this year's grand final.
- by Andrew Webster
Sivo and Reynolds to find out fate before NRL Nines
Parramatta winger Maika Sivo and Wests Tigers playmaker Josh Reynolds will be told whether they are subject to the NRL's no-fault stand-down rule within three weeks.
- by Sarah Keoghan
'Clean slate': Rennie says Wallabies captaincy is up for grabs
Where that leaves Australian rugby's $6 million man, Michael Hooper, is unclear.
- by Georgina Robinson
Steve Smith upstaged by his blond clone in his BBL return
Josh Philippe was just as excited as the 26,327-strong crowd at the Gabba to see Smith stroll to the middle for the first time in a Big Bash game since 2014.
- by Christian Nicolussi
Nick Kyrgios tells AOC he wants to stay in athletes' village in Tokyo
Nick Kyrgios is so committed to representing Australia at the Tokyo Olympics he has already told officials he wants to stay in the athletes’ village.
- by Andrew Webster
'He could be like no other player': O'Connor's stunning praise for Petaia
James O'Connor has played with a few handy footballers over the years but the veteran holds new Reds teammate Jordan Petaia in very high esteem.
- by Tom Decent
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The Kyrgios difference: a style of his own
Discussions about Nick Kyrgios focus almost entirely on his behaviour. What is less appreciated is how he stands apart from the pack in terms of how he plays the sport.
