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Yachting: No repeat of '98 say organisers
Sydney to Hobart organisers don't believe conditions will be as dangerous as those encountered during the tragic 1998 race.

Drugs scandal threatens Australian Navy
A major scandal threatens to engulf the Royal Australian Navy.

Yachting: Setbacks before Sydney to Hobart
The newest and least-experienced boat in the Sydney to Hobart race has suffered a setback.

NSW hit by snow, wind, floods - and locusts
New South Wales residents must be wondering what they've done to annoy Mother Nature.

Citroen pegs C3 as the bomb
There's hot competition in the small car sector, with everything from cheap'n'cheerful runabouts to well-equipped Euro style-meisters on offer. So Citroen's C3 must make an impact if it is to revitalise the brand.

Sydney: The Pearl in the crown
Holidays aboard cruise ships are no longer the domain of the elderly, discovers Heather Wright.

Australia to be overrun by Oprah lovers
Brand Oprah gives Australia plenty of good publicity but tourists who don't share her philosophy might be put off.

<i>The Muddle-headed Wombat</i> author dies
New Zealand-born Ruth Park resonated with generations of Australians, novelist Thomas Keneally said today.

Coastal walkway offers a snapshot of Sydney life
Surf lifesaving was invented in Australia and Bondi and Bronte vie for the title of having the oldest lifesaving clubs in the country.

Boxing: Outrage at news of SBW bout
Sonny Bill Williams decision to step back into the boxing ring has been met with outrage from former All Blacks.

It's O for Awesome at the Oprah House
Sydney Opera House became the Oprah House yesterday as the US superstar staged shows at the landmark.

Oprah brings tears and joy to Sydney
Oprah Winfrey-mania hit fever pitch today as the TV star recorded the first of two shows from the steps of Sydney Opera House in front of 6000 screaming fans.

Motorsport: V8 champion changing teams
V8 Supercar champion James Courtney's anticipated departure from Dick Johnson Racing was confirmed on Monday.

NZ nurse murder-accused tries to take own life
The man charged with the murder of NZ nurse Michelle Beets has attempted to take his life in an Australian prison.

Soccer: Roar win first ever match in Sydney
Brisbane Roar have extended their lead at the top of the A-League table to seven points after accounting for Sydney FC last night.