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Sun, 21 Feb 2021 20:00:00 +1000That sinking feeling of going down feet first ...
...and landing on those feet for an audience with Davy Jones.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 19:57:42 +1000Australian Open 2021 LIVE updates: Novak Djokovic takes first set over Daniil Medvedev in men’s singles final
Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev will face off in the Australian Open men’s singles final, follow all the big moments on our live blog.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 19:53:00 +1000‘We threw two points away today’: Phoenix strike late to hold Wanderers
Two goals in the space of six minutes in the second half weren’t enough to spark the Wanderers against a depleted Wellington Phoenix on Sunday.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 19:14:22 +1000Teacher salaries must reflect importance of their work
A toxic mix of workload pressures and salary disparity has led to serious teacher shortages.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:45:00 +1000Bronzed honour: Winx statue set to be unveiled at Rosehill
A tribute to the great mare is nearing completion and is on track to be unveiled during the Golden Slipper carnival next month.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:30:00 +1000The key to ensure Bellamy as coach mentor doesn’t ‘end in tears’
Neil Craig, the former AFL coach and now right-hand man of Eddie Jones, says Craig Bellamy could be a powerhouse as a coaching director as long as one key box is ticked.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:30:00 +1000Buy now pay later outfit Butn gets set to list with food delivery deal
Buy now pay later outfit Butn is preparing for an initial public offering this year after signing a deal with food delivery giant Easi for delivery riders to access early payments.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:20:48 +1000Facebook returns to the negotiating table one day after news ban
Social media behemoth Facebook tried to strike commercial deals with Nine and News Corp one day after they ripped content from the platform.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:20:00 +1000‘It’s counter-intuitive’: Students hit with higher fees if they tweak degrees
When the Education Minister introduced new university fees last year he promised ‘no existing student will be worse off.’ Now, students who alter their degrees are getting an expensive shock.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:10:27 +1000Coronavirus updates LIVE: Australia’s first doses of the Pfizer vaccine administered; Victoria records no new COVID-19 cases as $143 million support package announced for businesses impacted by recent lockdown
Australia’s rollout of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine will begin on Monday, with the country going 24 hours without a case of community transmission on Saturday.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:58:03 +1000Phoenix coach shocked about side’s comeback win, United vow to bounce back
Phoenix coach Simon Mitchell
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:55:43 +1000Suspected hypothermia deaths in homes mount in Texas freeze
Among those who perished in homes that had lost their heating include an 11-year-old boy who died in his bed.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:46:16 +1000Brisbane to endure 38-degree scorcher on Monday as heatwave descends on state
Parts of Queensland are expected to suffer through the hottest day this summer, with storms to develop on Tuesday.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:28:19 +1000Fans’ boos, jeers justified after Victory’s latest loss, says coach
Injury-hit Melbourne Victory were booed off after crashing to another defeat at the hands of Newcastle on Sunday.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:27:53 +1000‘It’s beautiful’: how birthing on country can reduce stillbirth for Aboriginal women
The midwives at Waminda do not deliver babies, but allowing women to give birth within their communities. This could help reduce stillbirth rates according to research.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:02:45 +1000Overcoming the logistical nightmare behind the biggest vaccination program in history
The Pfizer vaccine is the first to be rolled out in Australia, but it poses significant storage challenges – and with the liquid gold in short supply, healthcare providers are loath to waste any doses.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +1000Race-by-race preview and tips for Bathurst on Monday
Everything you need to know to find a winner as racing heads west.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:58:26 +1000Rival camps cross mountains for Bathurst sprint war
It’s shaping up as another metropolitan and provincial sprint war at Monday’s feature Bathurst meeting.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:58:00 +1000Mixed-modal double bill explores memory and sense of self
This small festival of new performance work is rich and bold.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:50:37 +1000‘Big game-changer’: Australia’s historic COVID-19 vaccination program launched
After receiving his first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the vaccine program means we can begin to change the way we respond to COVID-19.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:41:23 +1000Octopuses have a secret sense to keep 8 arms out of trouble
How does the octopus keep all those wiggly limbs out of trouble? According to a new study, the octopus’ arms can sense and respond to light — even when the octopus cannot see it with the eyes on its head.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:31:39 +1000Clash of ex-teammates sums up Dogs’ win over Melbourne
This act from Western Bulldogs captain Ellie Blackburn said it all. Melbourne had fallen over and the Dogs were there to pounce. In the earlier game, Crows champion Erin Phillips reminded everyone of her claims as the best player in AFLW.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:29:02 +1000McGowan unveils jobs plan 2.0 in rockstar campaign launch
Flanked by two massive banners emblazoned with a call to action to ‘Keep WA Strong’ WA Premier Mark McGowan announced Labor’s jobs plan 2.0 complete with a new target of 125,000 roles by 2025-26 if reelected.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:22:02 +1000V’landys undeterred after government blocks Fuller ARLC role
League supremo says he remains determined to rid the game of its bad-boy image despite the government blocking the proposed appointment of NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller to the ARL Commission.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:14:38 +1000Argentina Health Minister forced out over claims of vaccine favours
Argentina’s health minister, Ginés González García, has resigned at the request of the president over revelations that people with close ties to the government were given early access to COVID-19 vaccines.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:14:19 +1000Secrecy around cladding hit list attacked as ‘spin’ after signs reveal dozens of sites
The state government faces renewed calls to release a secret list of buildings with flammable cladding after publicly identifying dozens of affected properties with hoarding bearing the Cladding Safety Victoria logo.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 16:11:19 +1000The Naomi slam: Osaka wants to win on all surfaces
After being described as the “next boss” of women’s tennis, Naomi Osaka declared that she’s chasing more stability instead of “randomly popping up” to claim majors.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:47:45 +1000Should All-Stars matches be decided in golden point?
The NRL is wary of changing the match conditions for the annual pre-season exhibition despite a bizarre ending in Townsville.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:45:00 +1000A matter of great imports as King and Kiwis steal the show
Probabeel in the Futurity showed that mares, like female jockeys, are continuing a dominant trend by downing Arcadia Queen, regarded by some as our best horse.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:45:00 +1000Finch wary of bargain basement Black Caps
It may be a second-string Australian Twenty20 team, but at $9.17 million, the IPL rates it twice as valuable as the first-choice New Zealand squad.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:30:00 +1000BoQ set to unveil ME Bank takeover
Bank of Queensland chief executive George Frazis is expected to expand the bank’s loan portfolio by about 50 per cent as it swoops on ME Bank
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:29:05 +1000Gallery: The best photos from around the world
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:18:29 +1000Rugby league player remembered as ‘amazing bloke’ after dying on field
The 34-year-old Sunshine Coast player who collapsed after making a tackle on Saturday “will be missed by many”.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:14:26 +1000‘I didn’t want to go that way’: Thousands of students ditch the ATAR
A record 4175 year 12 students ditched the ATAR last year and completed VCE without a study score as universities offered new alternative pathways to enrolment.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:09:45 +1000‘My heart was pounding’: Meet the doctor who gave the PM his COVID jab
As the cameras flashed, Dr Jesse Li had to keep his cool as he administered Scott Morrison’s Pfizer shot. ‘It’s the honour of my life,’ he said.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:08:49 +1000Debris falls from plane into Denver suburbs during emergency landing
Debris from a United Airlines plane fell onto Denver suburbs during an emergency landing on Saturday after one of its engines suffered a catastrophic failure.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +1000Tim Blackwell pursued his dream but still envies ‘real’ risk takers
Such as the Brisbane couple who fell madly in love over their crazy mutual passion for flying 1930s aircraft.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 14:50:06 +1000Morrison backs external complaints body for Parliament sex assault victims
The Prime Minister says the culture within Parliament House towards women must improve and has warned many workplaces are “kidding themselves” if they think the issue is confined to Canberra.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 14:22:10 +1000COVID brings a change in Sydney: end of ‘overly zealous’ ocean swimming
The Murray Rose Malabar Magic shows the benefits the pandemic has brought for a popular summer sport.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 13:22:40 +1000City of Sydney set to support ‘Racism Not Welcome’ street signs campaign
Councillor Linda Scott will put forward a motion on Monday to endorse the movement, which is being fronted by former Socceroos captain and human rights campaigner Craig Foster.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 13:14:31 +1000Deal reached in suit alleging James Franco sexual misconduct
A settlement agreement has been reached in a lawsuit that alleged James Franco intimidated students at an acting and film school he founded into gratuitous and exploitative sexual situations.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:54:37 +1000‘He owes us nothing’: Prince of Arran’s race future in doubt
Charlie Fellowes has warned that plans are on hold for Cups favourite Prince of Arran, while OTI chief Terry Henderson says the Melbourne Cup is now a target for True Self following a win in Saudi Arabia.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:51:34 +1000Symphonie Fantastique creates beautiful art from ugly origins
The famous piece and its troubling origins are dissected movement by movement, with composer Hector Berlioz becoming a figure representing toxic entitlement of all gender.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:51:18 +1000Why small class sizes may not be a big deal for students
Class sizes may exert some influence on parents’ choice of one school over another, but experts say the latest data shows smaller class do not necessarily increase academic performance.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:44:47 +1000Melbourne’s live music scene on the rocks
Capacity rules for live music venues need to be loosened or federal government support for musicians and their crew extended, industry leaders warn.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:37:58 +1000New inclusive emoji give us even more reasons to smiley
The range of available emoji is expanding to include more and more people, from exhausted home-schooling parents to transgender and gender non-conforming people.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:30:00 +1000The tip of the iceberg: Melbourne fund manager dumps Facebook
Melbourne fund manager Munro Partners has sold its long-held Facebook shares, claiming its dispute with the Australian government over news content is just the tip of the iceberg.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:27:24 +1000Shootings trigger three-day operation targeting feuding criminal groups
Police launched the high-visibility operation just hours before a home in Merrylands was sprayed with bullets. Five people were home, including two children.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:26:03 +1000Ease of Reds’ victory over Waratahs should ring alarm bells for NSW
There was a disturbingly familiar look about the Waratahs in Brisbane but a bright new star emerged in the midfield for the Brumbies.
Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:03:08 +1000Joke or genius? Zappa doco doesn’t quite pierce the veil
Directed by Bill and Ted star Alex Winter, this film delves into the life of an extraordinary musician but pays the price of being an “authorised” documentary.