The teams and expert tips for the opening game of round 14 of the AFL season as the Bulldogs host the Crows at Marvel Stadium.

A Brisbane trial has collapsed after a 65-year-old woman vanished from her own fraud case following a wild scuffle between her daughter and court security.

The Zumba instructor made the claim in a police interview after being shown photos of authorities excavating his front yard.

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Australia and India struck a historic deal to allow uranium exports in 2014, but there have been only negligible shipments since. That might be about to change.

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The World Cup returns to North America after 32 years. And just like in ’94, when O.J. Simpson’s police chase threatened to steal the show, the event is not without dramas.

The short-term rental market may be shaken up by the federal government’s property tax changes, with investors looking back to permanent rentals.

Four men have been arrested over the attacks, in which metal projectiles – possibly fishing sinkers – were fired from a car.

The 59-year-old pilot faces seven charges, including fraud, forging documents and public mischief.

As Australia’s fertility rate falls, single-child families are on the rise. Most only children see no issue with that – but not all.

Australian skipper Jimmy Reid’s tourist boat joined the search when Bruce the dog was blown away by a sudden burst of wind.

A landmark legal fight is underway against McDonalds in Adelaide, with more than 100 witnesses expected to give evidence.

A young pedestrian has been struck and killed by a garbage truck just metres from her home in Adelaide.

Ariarne Titmus previews the swimming trials, with teenager Sienna Toohey's performance stunning not only the former Olympic gold medallist but the crowd in NSW.

The Port Pirie smelter has again been thrown a lifeline to the tune of $105 million.

An accused arsonist who allegedly set himself alight while firebombing an Adelaide supermarket has made a bid for freedom.

A 'much improved' Matildas side claim victory over Mexico in a 3-1 game at Commbank Stadium.

GWS Giants play St Kilda on Sunday and know their side is in for a tough game against a 'damaging' outfit.

Mitchell Moses and Casey McLean were spotted sitting out of training the day before Origin II, but both are adamant they'll be ready for the MCG clash