A captain’s knock from Steve Smith has put Australia in a strong position after day three at the Gabba, with the home side making inroads into England’s top order before stumps.
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Sky Blues beat the Roar after Phoenix lose to Mariners
Sydney FC go back on top of the ladder with a 3-1 win over Brisbane, after the Mariners surprise the Phoenix in Wellington.
Gabbatoir loses some menace as Poms refuse to be lambs to the slaughter
While the hype about Australia’s gun-slinging pace attack blowing England away has rung hollow, the first Test is far from an anti-climax, writes Catherine McGregor.
Live: Smith posts century as Aussies fight back in first Ashes Test
Australia captain Steve Smith scores his 21st Test century, as the hosts frustrate England to reach 8/287 at tea on day three at the Gabba. Follow the action with our live blog.
How your election junk mail can help preserve Queensland's history
It’s hard to believe now, but those how-to-vote cards and other pieces of election ephemera crammed in your letterbox and waved in your face are an important part of Queensland’s history.
The best sausage sizzle and other important tidbits about voting in Queensland's election
Where can I vote? Do I need to bring ID with me? And will I be able to get my democracy sausage? We answer all your questions about what to expect at the polling booths today, and how you can follow the results tonight.
How England's triumph of planning created the perfect Ashes set-up
England’s bowlers came at Australia with precision and immediately got results on an intriguing day two of the first Ashes Test at the Gabba, writes Geoff Lemon.
Brisbane Lions take Rayner with number one AFL pick
Victorian midfielder Cameron Rayner joins the Brisbane Lions as the number one pick at the 2017 AFL draft in Sydney.
I can't wait to bowl at England on a fast pitch, Starc says
A slower than usual Gabba pitch has not helped the quick bowlers, but Mitchell Starc says he cannot wait for another go at England on a faster deck.
Kangaroos crush giant slayers Fiji in World Cup semi-final
The Kangaroos thump Fiji 54-6 in Brisbane to grab a spot in the Rugby League World Cup final.