Hewitt beats Federer to win Gerry Weber title Eighth-seeded Lleyton Hewitt beat world number two Roger Federer for the first time in 16 matches to win the Gerry Weber Open title on Sunday. The 29-year-old Australian won 3-6, 7-6 (7-4), 6-4 in his first final this season. Hewitt last beat Federer in 2003 at the Davis Cup in Melbourne. It was Hewitt's first appearance at … [Read more...] about Hewitt beats Federer to win Gerry Weber title
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Two years jail for parking meter thief
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Geelong stays top after 7th straight win
Geelong stays top after 7th straight win James Podsiadly and Travis Varcoe kicked five goals each as Geelong beat Essendon 23.16 (154) to 12.11 (83) to stay top after the 12th round of matches in the Australian Football League. Geelong overcame injuries to six members of last year's Premiership-winning lineup and last week's taxing road trip to Perth to post its 10th win from … [Read more...] about Geelong stays top after 7th straight win
Final teams: Melb v Coll
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Natalie’s better than ever
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Adelaide tops cities survey, Sydney last
Adelaide tops cities survey, Sydney last An audit of capital cities' planning and functionality, commissioned by property groups, has ranked Adelaide first and Sydney last. Read more on Brisbane Times … [Read more...] about Adelaide tops cities survey, Sydney last
Strong earthquake shakes Japan
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Melbourne State Rep. Debbie Mayfield easily wins in Brevard Republican 2010 Picnic Straw Poll
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Travel around the world through summer’s best beach books
Travel around the world through summer's best beach books By Kathleen Daley We’re expected to stay close to home this summer. The continued high rate of unemployment, job uncertainty for those who are employed, the generally poor state of the economy, the high price of gasoline, the even higher... Read more on The Star-Ledger … [Read more...] about Travel around the world through summer’s best beach books
Unnamed Magpie forced out with injury
Unnamed Magpie forced out with injury Collingwood will have another forced change for Monday's holiday AFL match against Melbourne at the MCG. Read more on Sky News Australia … [Read more...] about Unnamed Magpie forced out with injury
Grimes of passion, but not pain, as Jack finds his voice
Grimes of passion, but not pain, as Jack finds his voice A spate of injuries taught this young Demon plenty. Read more on Brisbane Times … [Read more...] about Grimes of passion, but not pain, as Jack finds his voice
No conviction for sorry Hurley
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Jetstar opens Singapore services
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Incestuous father jailed in Australia
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Woods will defend Aust Master title
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Residents evacuated over restaurant fire
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AirAsia anger: $240 London fares cause angst
AirAsia anger: $240 London fares cause angst Travellers' anticipation at snaring a $240 Melbourne to London fare on AirAsia has turned to anger among those who missed out. Read more on Brisbane Times … [Read more...] about AirAsia anger: $240 London fares cause angst
Vary tax by mineral type, says BHP
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A handshake simply won’t cut it: Gorillas embrace as they meet for the FIRST time
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Surprise on jobs
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Injured 15yo flown to Melbourne Buckle up or risk life: police
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de Blob: The Underground First Look [Wii]
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Amazing Bodies showcases inner animals
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Mum lives with two kids in back of car
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Australia can handle EU’s woes: RBA
Australia can handle EU's woes: RBA Reserve Bank governor Glenn Stevens says Australia can ride out the European debt crisis, even if the situation deteriorates. Read more on Sydney Morning Herald … [Read more...] about Australia can handle EU’s woes: RBA
Australian confidence continues slide
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Oz: Indian man found dead with stab wounds
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New captains to debut in NRL
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The Ultimate Pontiac G8 — Just add a Z06 engine
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Brazen car thieves on a roll
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