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A country Victorian music shop owner spent six months handcrafting a bespoke violin from Australian hardwood, bringing tears to its new owner's eyes. The instrument represents a rare blend of European tradition and local craftsmanship in rural Australia.
One of Australia's most beloved rock bands is getting back together after four decades apart. Australian Crawl's original members will perform 10 concerts this fall alongside Men At Work and other Aussie music legends.
Katherine Bennell-Pegg, who became Australia's first qualified astronaut in 2024, has been named Australian of the Year for inspiring a nation to reach for the stars. The space engineer is now encouraging young Australians to embrace science with the same "give it a go" spirit they bring to sports fields.
A Korean Australian farmer in Tasmania is making kimchi with an unlikely Australian ingredient that's winning over locals and helping fermented food take root in regional Australia. Sue Glynn's Weet-Bix kimchi formula is turning heads at workshops while connecting two cultures through food.
West Australian tennis star Talia Gibson crushed her higher-ranked opponent in straight sets at the Australian Open, proving her aggressive style belongs on the world stage. The 24-year-old's journey from match point elimination at Wimbledon to confident first-round victory shows how fast she's rising.
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur is embracing a "selfish" mindset to block out distractions as he enters his ninth Australian Open as the sixth seed. The 26-year-old's fresh approach to managing his energy could be the key to his deepest grand slam run yet.
Storm Hunter returned to the Australian Open after a career-threatening Achilles rupture left her in tears, wondering if she'd ever play singles tennis again. The 31-year-old Australian just won her first-round match, proving that even the most devastating injuries can't stop someone with unfinished business.
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur delivered a commanding performance on home soil, defeating Alexander Bublik in straight sets to reach his second Australian Open quarterfinal. The sixth seed will now face world number one Carlos Alcaraz in front of his home crowd.
Rising Australian tennis star Taylah Preston just turned heads with her biggest career week yet, defeating top seed Emma Raducanu in Hobart and reaching her first tour-level semifinal. The 20-year-old wildcard is proving she belongs on the big stage just as the Australian Open kicks off.
Two Australian runners just rewrote their country's record books at the Paris Diamond League, with 20-year-old Cameron Myers claiming victory and the fastest 1,500m time in the world this year. Sarah Billings also made history in the women's 800m, proving Australia's middle-distance depth is stronger than ever.
A world-first inhaled RNA therapy that targets the root cause of lung disease has entered human trials in Australia. The breakthrough could transform treatment for nine million Australians living with chronic lung conditions.
Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz is proving he doesn't need his longtime coach by his side, dominating the Australian Open and reaching his first semifinal. The world number one's powerful performance shows he's ready to chart his own path.
Australian wildflower honey is proving powerful enough to kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria, offering new hope in the fight against one of our biggest health threats. Researchers found that honey from native plants works better than antibiotics in some cases.
A husband and wife team turned catastrophic first attempts into a thriving ski-making business using native Australian timber. Their handmade creations now glide down snowy mountains, proving patience and local materials can outperform mass production.
Novak Djokovic just became the second player ever to win 100 matches at the Australian Open, and he's made history no one else can claim. The Serbian champion is now the first player to achieve 100 victories at three different Grand Slam tournaments.
Scientists cracked a genetics puzzle that frustrated cattle ranchers for years, discovering why some hornless cattle kept testing as horned. The breakthrough will help Australian farmers breed safer, naturally hornless herds across the north.
Lachlan Kennedy just became the first Australian to run 100 meters in under 10 seconds on home soil, clocking an electrifying 9.96 seconds in Sydney. The 22-year-old Queenslander says he's got more in the tank and has his sights set on the national record.
Neal Skupski just won his second Grand Slam title with a brand new partner, proving it's never too late for a fresh start. The 36-year-old British player claimed the Australian Open doubles crown after his previous partner stepped away for mental health reasons.
American tennis star Coco Gauff powered through a shaky opening match at the Australian Open, showing the mental toughness that won her two Grand Slam titles. Meanwhile, 38-year-old Novak Djokovic prepares to make history in his quest for a record-breaking 25th major championship.
A Greek-Australian chemist spent three decades breeding over 300 garlic varieties to prove what his family always knew: not all garlic is equal. New peer-reviewed research could transform the global supplement industry.
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