Tech titan pulls back $90m bid for Big Bash licence
A prominent tech investor has withdrawn a $90 million bid to license the Big Bash League, prompting questions about local versus overseas ownership and how the licensing process may unfold.
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Fugitive Dezi Freeman remains elusive as Mount Buffalo search ends
Mount Buffalo search for Dezi Freeman ends without sightings; investigators press on with fresh leads while urging public vigilance as the case develops.
Groth exit exposes struggle inside Victorian Liberals
A Liberal MP’s resignation prompts a by-election and raises questions about leadership, strategy and cohesion within the Victorian Liberals and the broader opposition.
Minneapolis activist charged with cyberstalking ICE officers
An activist in Minneapolis has been charged under federal law with cyberstalking and threatening ICE officers linked to Minnesota enforcement actions, according to the DOJ.
Live updates: ASX opens lower as RBA governor addresses economics committee
Australia’s share market starts the day in the red while the RBA governor addresses the economics committee, with investors awaiting guidance on policy and the inflation outlook.
US urges nations to join Australia in a bloc to counter China on critical minerals
Washington is pushing a coalition led by Australia to diversify supply chains for critical minerals, aiming to lessen dependence on China for tech and defence inputs.
Landale’s 26-point debut fuels Hawks win
Australian centre Jock Landale scored 26 as Atlanta edged Utah in a high-profile NBA debut after a whirlwind few days marked by two trades. What we know and don’t know as the season unfolds.
13-year-old Australian teen undertakes 4km sea rescue swim to help his family
A 13-year-old Australian boy swam four kilometres and ran two kilometres to summon help after his family were swept out to sea. Details of the incident remain unclear.
Subaru Trailseeker set to land in Australia as brand’s fastest road car
Subaru confirms a second electric model for Australia. The Trailseeker is touted as the brand’s quickest road car, with a 0-100 time around 4.4 seconds, as local plans unfold.
Sport healing after assault: Bláthnaid Raleigh’s recovery
A Melbourne-based athlete explains how sport shifted from isolation to healing after a violent assault, highlighting sport’s role in trauma recovery and community support.