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Cricket fans at the 5th Test match between Australia and England at the SCG Source: AAP

A heatwave is blasting three Australian states, with temperatures above 40 degrees forcing the cancellation of many sporting events.


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By Rosemary Bolger

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A heatwave is blasting three Australian states, with temperatures above 40 degrees forcing the cancellation of many sporting events.



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