on air graphics as part of a new network re-launch, with the launch of its motto Seriously Ten, which are both current used to the 2012 revamp. 24 April – The Australian version of Big Brother premieres on Network Ten. 11 September – Television networks relay coverage from CNN, NBC, ABC America and the BBC for up to 48 hours in the wake of the 11 September attacks. November – After Prime Television axes Regional television news bulletins in Newcastle, Wollongong and Canberra, and Southern Cross Ten axes regional bulletins in Canberra and North Queensland, the ABA holds an inquiry into the adequacy of regional news services. Bulletins eventually return to those areas in 2004, albeit in the form of two-minute updates during weekdays in the ratings season. December – After 21 years, Sale of the Century is "rested". It later returns to the Nine Network as Temptation in 2005. Sport 23 March – First day of the Australian Track & Field Championships for the 2000–2001 season, which are held at the ANZ Stadium in Brisbane, Queensland. The 5,000 metres (men and women) were conducted at the Hobart Grand Prix, Tasmania on Sunday 11 March 2001. The 10,000 metres (men and women) were conducted at the Zatopek Classic, Melbourne on Monday 4 December 2000. 1 June – Australia shock reigning world champions France 1–0 in a group stage game in the Confederations Cup. The Socceroos later go on to claim 3rd place in the tournament, by beating superpower Brazil 1-0. 3 June – Wollongong Wolves defeat Minor Premiers South Melbourne 2–1 in the National Soccer League Grand Final at Parramatta Stadium, becoming Champions for the second season in succession. 1 July – Allan Langer makes a spectacular comeback to Australian rugby league to lead the Queensland team to a 40–14 victory over their New South Wales counterparts in the third and deciding game of the 2001 State of Origin series at ANZ Stadium. 22 July – produces the greatest comeback in VFL/AFL history to defeat by 12 points after being 69 points down during the second quarter. 26 August – Following the conclusion of the final main round in the 2001 NRL season, the Parramatta Eels claim the minor premiership, while the Penrith Panthers finish in last position on games lost, points against and points difference, claiming the wooden spoon. 31 August – The Sydney Swifts defeat the Adelaide Thunderbirds