Medical reason forces Cameron Myers out of world champs
Canberra's teenage running sensation Cameron Myers missed a gold medal due to two blackouts. AIS doctors have now cleared him for a crucial US tour. Read the full story.
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Aussie stars win world cross country relay gold
Australia's athletics team clinched a stunning 4x2km mixed relay gold at the World Cross Country Championships in Florida. Discover how the quartet made history.
Copper theft causes major Newcastle blackout, 1500 homes affected
Suspected copper theft has caused a major power outage in Newcastle suburbs, leaving over 1500 homes in the dark. Ausgrid crews work to restore power as a severe heatwave looms.
Major Blackout Hits 1500 Homes in Newcastle
A significant power outage has left 1500 Newcastle homes in the dark. Follow live updates on the situation, emergency response, and when power is expected to be restored.
West Australian's Top Photos of 2025 Captured
Relive the iconic moments of 2025 through award-winning photography from The West Australian, featuring a 103-year-old's celebration, historic election win, and sporting triumphs. See the gallery now.
Myers out of World Cross Country team for medical reasons
Australian middle-distance star Cameron Myers withdraws from the mixed relay team for the 2026 World Cross Country Championships. Jack Anstey steps in to join the star-studded squad. Read the full details.
Widespread power outage hits Cairns homes and businesses
A significant power failure has plunged parts of Cairns into darkness after fallen power lines. Essential services and hundreds of customers are affected. Read the latest updates.
Wollongong teen Maiya Hewitt on track for world champs
Wollongong athletics star Maiya Hewitt, 16, has smashed the world championship qualifying time with a stunning 400m personal best. Discover her race strategy and path to Oregon.
Australian Athletics Awards 2025: Gout Gout, Marschall win
Sprint prodigy Gout Gout and WA's Kurtis Marschall were among the winners at the 2025 Australian Athletics Awards, where high jump queen Nicola Olyslagers reigned supreme. Discover all the champions.
Olyslagers claims McAvaney award for stellar high jump year
High jump star Nicola Olyslagers adds the Bruce McAvaney award to her stellar year, honouring her world-beating 2.04m leap and world title. Discover her journey to the top.
Paralympic medallist Nicholas Hum dies aged 32
The Australian sporting community is in mourning after the sudden death of Paralympic long jump bronze medallist Nicholas Hum in Melbourne. Tributes flow for the athlete and family man.
Stenson sets new Australian marathon record in Spain
Australian marathoner Jessica Stenson shattered the national record at the Valencia Marathon, clocking 2:21:25. The emotional Commonwealth champion beat the previous mark by nine seconds. Read her incredible story.
NZ's fastest man Eddie Osei-Nketia switches to Australia
New Zealand's record-breaking sprinter Eddie Osei-Nketia has officially changed allegiance to Australia, significantly strengthening the nation's relay prospects for the 2028 LA Olympics and beyond.
29 records fall at Illawarra junior athletics zone champs
A staggering 29 records were broken at the 2025 Illawarra and Southern Highlands zone athletics championships in Gwynneville. Young stars like Kai Levitski and Elsa Sandell delivered historic performances.
Bruce McAvaney receives World Athletics President's Award
Legendary Australian broadcaster Bruce McAvaney OAM has been honoured with the prestigious World Athletics President's Award. Read about his remarkable career and this significant achievement.
Olyslagers Wins World Female Field Athlete of the Year
Australian high jump star Nicola Olyslagers has been crowned Female Field Athlete of the Year at the World Athletics awards in Monaco, capping a stellar season. Discover her incredible journey.
Bruce McAvaney receives World Athletics President's Award
Legendary Australian sports broadcaster Bruce McAvaney OAM receives the prestigious World Athletics President's Award for his lifelong contributions to athletics coverage. Discover his remarkable career journey.
Major SA Power Outage Affects 10,000 Homes
Widespread power outage hits South Australia leaving thousands without electricity. SA Power Networks working to restore supply amid extreme weather conditions.
Geelong Coach Honoured with Humanitarian Award
Geelong athletics coach Anula Costa receives prestigious Humanitarian Award from Athletics Australia for her transformative community work and refugee support.
LA 2028: Athletics replaces swimming as Olympic opener
World Athletics president Lord Coe reveals track and field will kick off LA 2028 Olympics with women's 100m final on opening day. Historic schedule swap sees swimming move to second week.
WAIS Awards: Keeney & Perris Claim Top Honours
Western Australia's elite athletes celebrated at annual WAIS awards with diver Maddison Keeney and Paralympic sprinter Chad Perris claiming the highest accolades in a night recognising sporting excellence.
Blackout Revelation: How Darkness Transformed Family Dinners
When a sudden blackout plunged his home into darkness, Adrian Barich discovered an unexpected silver lining that's changing how Australian families connect over meals.
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