New Zealand all out for 156

Australia have grabbed a 58-run first-innings advantage in the First Test after dismissing New Zealand for 156 midway through day two.

Scorecard: Australia v New Zealand - 1st Test

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Kiwis begin attack on meagre Aussie total

A gutsy innings from Michael Clarke rescued Australia's opening day of the First Test against New Zealand at the Gabba in Brisbane - the home side all out for 214.

Play video: Australia crumble to New Zealand

Swinging: Gilchrist backs Symonds, selectors

Michael Slater: Saving Tests is up to everyone

Kwiw captain Daniel Vettori. (GettyImages)

Vettori sweats on Gabba toss call

A juicy Gabba wicket looms as the great equaliser for New Zealand in the first cricket Test against Australia.

Play video: Symonds back for Test

Ashes prospect: Hayden muses over Test future

Symonds to play in First Test

Captain Ricky Ponting says recalled all-rounder Andrew Symonds will play for Australia in the First Test against New Zealand at the Gabba.

9RAW: Ricky Ponting on the First Test

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Kiwi warm-up: NSW on top in tour clash

Brendan McCullum takes a break from New Zealand training. (GettyImages)

Kiwis sense Aussies 'vulnerable'

The word "vulnerable" was mentioned several times by New Zealand dangerman Brendon McCullum ahead of their Test series against Australia.

Ready: Lee champing at the bit for Kiwi Test

Possession: Pakistan's Asif 'caught with opium'

Pietersen: England lacks killer instinct

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