Australia

The 25-year-old's explosive BBL season with Brisbane Heat catapulted him to Australian selection, but threatened to derail his trip overseas as Cricket Australia took measures to avoid burn-out.    Kent had originally announced the quick bowler's capture in February…

Key PointsThe national security industry is failing to appeal to young workers who are more concerned about climate change.The sector finds it especially challenging to lure female workers and those from non-English-speaking backgrounds.An expert added that the recruitment process is also too complex.Many young people see climate change as a…

Across 150 episodes of Bluey we've gone camping with a blue labrador, played cricket with a kelpie, flossed at a wedding with a blue heeler and most recently chatted real estate with a fox terrier.We've also met Snickers the dachshund, Winton the English bulldog, Buddy the pug and even an Afghan hound named Indy.But what are these dogs really…

Former England player Jo Harten has told Sky Sports moving and playing her club netball in Australia has been hugely positive, and part of a 'changing of the guard' moment in the sport. Speaking on the latest episode of the Sky Sports Netball: Off The Court podcast, Harten joined former England star Tamsin Greenway…

The Western Force have continued to build their front-row stocks with the signing of English-capped hooker Nic Dolly.Dolly, born and bred in Sydney, returns home after spending the past seven years in England, most recently with Leicester.Catch every game of the Super Rugby Pacific LIVE on Stan Sport. Start your Free Sport Trial NowThe…

Key PointsA Frenchman bravely confronted the Bondi Junction attacker with a bollard, earning him the nickname "Bollard Man".Anthony Albanese has thanked Damien Guerot and welcomed him to stay in Australia after his heroic efforts.The comments come following a petition calling for Guerot to be granted Australian citizenship.Prime Minister Anthony…

Derek Underwood, the most successful spin bowler in England Test cricket history, has died at the age of 78, his former county Kent announced on Monday.Underwood took 297 wickets in 86 Tests with his distinctive brand of brisk left-arm spin.He was noted for being particularly effective on uncovered pitches, which were in use for much of a…

Matildas captain Sam Kerr's court appearance over a racial harassment charge is "unsettling", Football Australia says, claiming the matters caught it by surprise. Kerr, Australia's highest-profile sportswoman, has faced a court in London charged with racially aggravated harassment of a police officer.She entered a not guilty plea and will likely…

Key PointsA new report shows Australia needs to make more use of the skilled migrants in the country. The federal government has cracked down on net overseas migration in its overhaul of the system.Weaker English proficiency reduced wages for recent migrants by about 9 per cent on average, the research found.Australia must better recognise the…

Five women aged between 20 and 55 and a 30-year-old male security guard from Pakistan were killed after a man went on a stabbing spree in a busy Sydney shopping centre on Saturday afternoon. At least 12 others – including nine women – were hospitalised after suffering knife wounds in the attack, although some had been discharged by Sunday…