Australia

Sports News (Evening) for December 1st, 2008

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:38:26 GMT

Kind Rugby World Cup draw for England - Liverpool face West Ham - Talks continue over India tour

Sports News (Morning) for November 30th, 2008

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 06:34:32 GMT

Defeat for Keane - Manchester Derby fixtures - Ohuruogu scoops Olympic award

Sports News (Evening) for November 29th, 2008

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 18:40:20 GMT

England defeated at Twickenham - Welsh delight - Villa miss out on third place.

Wales beat Australia in Cardiff

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:51:40 GMT

Wales have beaten Australia 21-18 at the Millennium Stadium.

Morning Sports News

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 06:28:27 GMT

Cricketers fly home from India - Aston Villa take on Fulham - Celtic look to bounce back

We preview England's rugby game v New Zealand at Twickenham

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 17:46:11 GMT

Martin Johnson's England look to beat the All Blacks at Twickenham

Kidman and Jackman go Outback

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:39:46 GMT

Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman have graced the red carpet in the Big Apple for the premiere of their latest film, Australia.

Sports News (Lunchtime) for November 22nd, 2008

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 13:20:30 GMT

Mark Webber breaks leg - Gallas excluded from Arsenal squad - Countdown to Hatton fight in Las Vegas

Underdogs New Zealand lift World Cup

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:06:09 GMT

For the second time in three years, New Zealand turned the formbook upside down to pull off a stunning victory over Australia.

Is this the weirdest bird ever?

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:00:47 GMT

A strange looking feathered friend has been saved from extinction by a farming couple in Australia.

Is this the weirdest bird ever?

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:10:09 GMT

Strange looking feathered friend saved from extinction in Australia.

Locusts threaten Australia harvest

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:58:32 GMT

Swarms of locust are sweeping across rural areas in the Australian state of New South Wales a many farmers prepare to harvest their crops.

Whaling ship heads for Antarctica

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:37:41 GMT

A Japanese whaling ship has left port in southwestern Japan and is aiming at starting the season in Antarctica.

Australia punish England

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 18:01:45 GMT

Australia have claimed a 28-14 victory against error-strewn England at Twickenham.

Pundit, politics or panto? Life after sport

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:13:04 GMT

Top options for sportsmen after retirement.

Australia film cutting it fine

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:36:49 GMT

Oscar-nominated director Baz Luhrmann said he has not yet finished his film Australia which is due to premiere Tuesday.

Johnson picks Vickery and Palmer

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:36:30 GMT

England rugby coach Martin Johnson has added Phil Vickery and Tom Palmer to his team for the game against Australia.

Johnson hoping to build on dynamic start

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:24:35 GMT

Martin Johnson believes that his new-look England team are prepared for the the matches against Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

India seize control of test series

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 12:50:48 GMT

India were in control of the final test after Australia's poor defensive batting marred their chances of levelling the series.

Rare baby hippo born

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:14:36 GMT

Australia's Taronga Zoo has shown off its latest addition - a three week old pygmy hippopotamus.

England thrashed in World Cup clash

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 14:50:39 GMT

The England rugby league team slumped to a record 52-4 defeat against the hosts Australia in the World Cup.

Ant and Dec prepare for the jungle

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 11:21:14 GMT

The countdown to I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here begins.

Australia expect tough English test

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 10:46:27 GMT

Australia's coach has said he predicts a physical confrontation when his side take on England on Sunday at the Rugby League World Cup.

Karaoke hopefuls belt out hits

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:41:57 GMT

Competitors from around the globe have belted out their favourite numbers in a bid to become the World Karaoke champion.

Dog risks life to save four kittens

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 13:08:01 GMT

A pet dog in Australia has risked its life to protect four kittens trapped in a house fire.

Dog risks life to save four kittens

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 13:07:33 GMT

A pet dog in Australia has risked its life to protect four kittens trapped in a house fire.

Spooked shark bites UK tourist

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:16:46 GMT

A grey nurse shark has given a British tourist a "love bite" after a power blackout at an Australian aquarium.

Storm lights up Australian sky

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:47:33 GMT

A brilliant electrical storm in Australia has left thousands without power and a blanket of snow all over the ground.

World News (Evening) for October 22nd, 2008

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:14:10 GMT

Obama's fight for Virginia votes - India launches first moon mission - Freak weather in Australia

Angus Young from AC/DC on the new album 'Black Ice' and tour

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:07:05 GMT

Angus Young from AC/DC on the new album 'Black Ice' and tour

Human remains found in Aussie croc

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:13:24 GMT

Police in Australia are conducting DNA tests on human remains found in the stomach of a 14ft-long crocodile.

'Dr Death' to run suicide workshops

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:39:08 GMT

A controversial euthanasia expert known as "Dr Death" is to hold DIY suicide workshops in the UK.

Boy escapes charges after zoo break-in

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 12:02:12 GMT

A 7-year-old boy has broken into a popular Outback zoo and fed a string of animals to the resident crocodile.

'Giant pig' Bruce finds a home

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:41:13 GMT

A giant pig affectionately known as Bruce has been found a new home.

Snakes and Ladders

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:59:57 GMT

A python is rescued from a power line in Sydney, Australia

Man filmed punching a kangaroo

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:57:54 GMT

Australian animal welfare authorities have launched a nationwide hunt for a man filmed punching and kicking a kangaroo unconscious.

Marilyn Monroe film is hot property

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:20:16 GMT

An amateur film of Marilyn Monroe on the set of Some Like It Hot has surfaced in Australia almost 50 years after it was shot.

Well-heeled sprinters

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 20:01:49 GMT

A group of sole sisters put their best feet forward in a bid to break the stiletto sprint record.

Australia grants Snoop Dogg visa

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:56:43 GMT

Australia has lifted a visa ban on Snoop Dogg clearing the way for the gangsta rapper to tour in October.

Orphan whale calf put down

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:22:25 GMT

An orphaned whale calf has been given a lethal dose of anaesthetic after its condition deteriorated.

Australia to kill orphaned whale calf

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:24:12 GMT

A baby whale which has been trying to suckle from a yacht in a Sydney bay is to be humanely destroyed.

Whale calf mistakes boat for mum

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:30:11 GMT

Rescuers in Australia are trying to save a baby humpback whale which they say took a shine to a moored yacht.

International drug ring busted in Australia

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 12:09:18 GMT

Police in Australia have busted an international drug ring and seized nearly five tons of ecstasy.

Sport update

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 17:13:15 GMT

Pietersen reflects on being made England cricket captain - Radcliffe plans to run in Beijing - Murray climbs the rankings

Sport (Lunchtime)

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 12:41:00 GMT

England out for 363 in third test - All Blacks beat Wallabies - Murray moves to semis

Australia's PM a descendant of underwear thief

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:29:06 GMT

Australia's Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is a descendent of a child underwear thief, a new family history has found.

Rabbit saves couple from house fire

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 11:32:47 GMT

A couple from Australia have cheated death and it is all thanks to their pet rabbit, Rabbit.

Australian scientists dissect giant squid

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:55:46 GMT

Scientists in Australia have dissected a giant squid in front of an audience in order to find out more about how they live.

World News (Morning) for July 18th, 2008

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:56:07 GMT

First Guantanamo Bay trial given go ahead - Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday celebrations - Giant squid dissected in Melbourne

World News (Evening) for July 17th, 2008

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:47:45 GMT

Funerals held for Israeli soldiers - Pope critical of society - Four cleared of Madrid train bombings

Australian koala gets a 'grilling'

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 06:50:33 GMT

A koala bear in Australia has survived after being struck by a car and dragged for seven miles (12 kilometres).

World News

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:25:05 GMT

Israel and Palestine optimistic for peace - Pope to apologise for clergy sex abuse in Australia - Calls for less troops in Iraq

Pope's Australia visit marred by protests

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 09:56:54 GMT

Pope Benedict is in Australia where he plans to apologise for a sexual abuse scandal that rocked the Roman Catholic Church in the country.

Pope heads Down Under

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:34:02 GMT

Pope Benedict has said he will apologise for a sexual abuse scandal that rocked the Catholic Church in Australia.

Anderson busts into Oz Big Brother

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:10:55 GMT

Baywatch star Pamela Anderson has appeared in the Australian version of Big Brother.

Kewell off to Galatasaray?

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 10:07:18 GMT

Turkish champions Galatasaray have claimed they have wrapped up a deal to sign former Liverpool midfielder Harry Kewell.

Sudoku halts Australian drugs trial

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:49:24 GMT

A drugs trial has been scrapped in Australia after jurors were found playing Sudoku in the courtroom.

World news on June 9, 2008

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 16:54:40 GMT

Spanish truckers stage fuel protest - Bush to raise US economy during European tour - Japan makes new green pledge

Trio of cubs for Sumatran tigress

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 10:28:09 GMT

A rare Sumatran tigress has given birth to three cubs at a theme park in Australia.

World News (Evening) for June 5th, 2008

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 15:16:35 GMT

Five 9/11 suspects on trial at Guantanamo - Massive child porn investigation in Australia - Paris mourns YSL.

Scores held in child porn raids

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 13:49:49 GMT

Australian police have arrested 70 people in nationwide child pornography raids.

Strauss backs under pressure batsmen

Tue, 27 May 2008 12:53:06 GMT

Andrew Strauss believes his match-winning performance for England will inspire his team-mates Ian Bell and Paul Collingwood.

Sport (Evening) for May 18th, 2008

Sun, 18 May 2008 16:00:49 GMT

Australia bids for Club World Cups - Seb Coe speaks out against Dwain Chambers ban appeal - Federer v Nadal in Hamburg Masters

Australia sets sights on Club World Cup

Sun, 18 May 2008 15:29:18 GMT

Australia is bidding top to host the World Club Cup in 2009 and 2010.

McFadden lands Aussie TV job

Tue, 06 May 2008 10:37:58 GMT

Ex-Westlife star Brian McFadden has landed a job as a reality TV show host in Australia.

Briton killed in jet ski crash

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:52:00 GMT

A British doctor has been killed in a jet ski crash while on holiday on Australia's Gold Coast.

Seven held after Australia torch relay

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:08:08 GMT

Seven pro-Tibet protesters have been arrested at the Olympic Torch relay in the Australian capital Canberra.

Potter star searches for 'mystery girl'

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:01:59 GMT

Actor Daniel Radcliffe's search for a mystery Australian girl he met at an awards party has taken a twist.

"Croc Hunter" father receives payout

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 08:46:51 GMT

The father of "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin is to receive almost ?500,000 and a pension after severing ties with his son's famous zoo.

World news on April 7, 2008

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 16:20:58 GMT

Judge can rule on Zimbabwe poll - Paris protests mar Olympic relay - Two people die from vCJD in Spain

Croc victim saved by snap decision

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 14:30:21 GMT

Rangers in an Australian nature reserve are hunting a crocodile who tried to eat a woman while she was swimming.

World Marble Championships

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 18:07:03 GMT

The Germans lose their marbles to a British team

Quackwalk a hit at country festival

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 11:18:29 GMT

A group of dapper ducks have stolen the show at a festival in Sydney.

Dream start to season for Hamilton

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 15:50:35 GMT

Lewis Hamilton drove the perfect race to open up the Formula One season with victory in Australia.

Sport (Lunchtime) for March 16th, 2008

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 14:03:31 GMT

Hamilton celebrates in Melbourne - England closing in on victory in Hamilton -Capello send Baldini to asess Beckham's fitness

Australia postpone tour of Pakistan

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:10:08 GMT

Pakistan cricket coach Geoff Lawson fears his team may suffer as a result of Australia's decision to postpone a tour for security reasons.

Jones and Pearce step out for film launch

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 14:19:35 GMT

Catherine Zeta-Jones and Guy Pearce have attended the launch of their new film Death Defying Acts at the Sydney Opera House.

Last requests for singing dingo Dinky

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:43:08 GMT

The singing career of a dingo who has charmed visitors to Australia's outback will soon be over.

Dingo Dong

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:08:02 GMT

Singing dingo wins international fame but his days may be numbered

Doggy landing

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 16:42:02 GMT

A man and his pet dog have been rescued from a tree in the Don Valley, Australia.