Jannik Sinner shows value of experience against impressive Ben Shelton in high-stakes Australian Open semifinal

A south-easterly change is bringing cooler temperatures of 5-7 degrees to south-east Queensland after a week of wild weather, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. The cool change follows destructive storms and a heatwave, with the potential for Queensland's first cyclone of the year named Taliah to form in the Coral Sea. In Western Australia, severe to extreme heatwave conditions are expected, while a severe storm with wind gusts above 100km/h hit the Pilbara region....

A tornado ripped off the roof of a home in Marble Bar during a freak storm, leaving at least two families homeless and causing extensive damage to properties in the town. Despite the destruction, there were no reports of injuries, and the community has rallied together to support those affected. Emergency crews are on site dealing with hazards such as asbestos-containing debris, and residents are advised to stay away from damaged homes as cleanup efforts...

The nominations for the 97th Academy Awards have been unveiled, with the Spanish-language Netflix film Emilia Pérez leading with 13 nominations. Other top contenders include The Brutalist and Wicked with 10 nominations each. International films feature prominently this year, with surprises like I'm Still Here from Brazil and Latvia's Flow earning nominations. Karla Sofía Gascón makes history as the first openly transgender acting nominee, while Australians like Guy Pearce and filmmaker Adam Elliot also receive...

A statue of Captain Cook in Sydney's east was vandalised for the second time in 12 months, with red paint splashed on it and its hand and nose cut off, prompting investigations by NSW Police. Additionally, the heads of former prime ministers Paul Keating and Kevin Rudd were severed and stolen in Ballarat, Victoria, along with damage to 18 other statues in the area, leading to over $140,000 in repairs. The vandalism has been condemned...

Australian sprinter Caleb Ewan has signed a one-year deal with Ineos Grenadiers after leaving Jayco AlUla, aiming to revive his career as a top sprinter with five Tour de France stage wins. Ewan, 30, hopes to return to winning big races and rediscover his form, having faced diminishing returns in recent seasons. The move comes after Ewan's departure from Lotto Soudal and a disappointing season with Jayco AlUla, with his inclusion in the Tour Down...

Days away from her departure to South Australia's Monarto Safari Park, Perth Zoo's beloved elephant, Permai, is being prepared for the journey with a custom travel crate equipped with advanced amenities. The mammoth undertaking, years in the making, will see Permai join a new herd upon arrival, as Perth Zoo prioritizes the welfare of the animals. While her departure marks the end of an era for the zoo after 32 years, it is seen as...