Memories of allegedly murdered men marked in Mardi Gras
The deaths of two young men broke hearts in the community as Sydney's annual Mardi Gras parade paid tribute to the pair.
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Mardi Gras parade sparkles through sorrow and tension
The glitter and glow of Mardi Gras has drawn some 120,000 people to Sydney's annual LGBTQI parade despite friction over police participation.
Waratahs upset Super Rugby champion Crusaders
The NSW Waratahs have rebounded from an opening-round loss to Queensland to shock the Crusaders, beating the reigning Super Rugby Pacific champions 37-24.
Lightning strikes as WA skittle Queensland in Perth
Rain and lightning have affected day two of the Sheffield Shield clash at the WACA, but it didn't stop WA ripping through Queensland's line-up.
Sydney beat Wanderers, Roar stun City in A-League Women
Mackenzie Hawkesby led Sydney FC to a 2-0 win over Western Sydney, while Tameka Yallop scored as Brisbane Roar stunned Melbourne City 2-0.
WA’s Leahy continues individual pursuit of excellence
WA cyclist Conor Leahy has won his fifth elite men's individual pursuit crown at the 2024 AusCycling Track National Championships in Brisbane.
Rain, bad light halt NSW momentum against Redbacks
NSW veteran Daniel Hughes has the chance to post his ninth first-class century when the Sheffield Shield match against South Australia resumes on day three.
Teenage star Hollingsworth posts Olympic 800m time
Australian teen star Claudia Hollingsworth has taken a giant stride towards the Paris Olympics with a blistering 800m win at the Canberra Track Classic.
‘Nobody’s in fat club’: Bennett hails Dolphins fitness
Dolphins mentor Wayne Bennett, not given to grandiose statements, says his players are in career-best shape after one of the best pre-seasons he's ever coached.
Titans forward pack just as good as Broncos: Palasia
Gold Coast recruit Keenan Palasia has primed an explosive encounter with former teammates, saying the Titans' forward pack is the equal of Brisbane's.
Robinson wants Leniu to maintain punch as starting prop
Spencer Leniu was the game's best bench forward at Penrith, but Trent Robinson wants to turn him into a starting prop at the Sydney Roosters.
Player safety paramount for NRL in tight Vegas stadium
All four league clubs have given Allegiant Stadium the tick of approval as the NRL tries to manage player safety in the tight confines of the NFL ground.
Swans recruit Taylor Adams sidelined for a month
Sydney will begin their AFL premiership pursuit with boom recruit Taylor Adams and former captain Luke Parker sidelined for four weeks because of injuries.
Reds chase gains, not statement win against Hurricanes
Queensland enter Sunday's Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Hurricanes off a strong win, but know better will be needed to seal back-to-back wins.
No stadium training, no worries for Broncos and Souths
Brisbane and South Sydney insist they're not at a disadvantage despite being unable to train on Allegiant Stadium before the NRL's season-opening double-header.
Publicly funded IVF on the way for Queensland women
Queensland has become the latest state to announce publicly funded reproduction treatments for women and girls suffering from fertility issues.
‘Smug’ energy attitudes holding Australia back: pioneer
An Australian offshore wind pioneer urges less politics and more investment in a nation that's been "smug" about energy for far too long.
Walker confirmed fit for NRL season opener in Vegas
South Sydney five-eighth Cody Walker has been cleared to play in the NRL season opener against Manly in Las Vegas after overcoming a calf injury.
Olyslagers leaps to glory to become world indoor champ
Australian Nicola Olyslagers has soared to high jump gold at the world indoor athletics championships in Glasgow for her first global title.
New way of reporting sex assault leads to man charged
Complaints made through an alternative reporting method have led to an arrest and charges against a man for rape and sexual assault.
US military to airdrop food and supplies into Gaza
US President Joe Biden has announced plans to airdrop aid into Gaza, after the deaths of people queuing for food highlighted the desperation in the enclave.
Dutch PM signs Ukraine security deal, vows arms funding
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy have signed a bilateral security agreement in Kharkiv.
UN urges probe into deaths of Gazans waiting for aid
The governments of France and Germany have backed a call for an international inquiry into the deaths of Palestinians queuing for aid in Gaza.
PM’s birthday wish granted as Labor retain Dunkley
Labor is projected to retain the Melbourne federal seat of Dunkley despite a swing to the Liberals as both parties talked down their chances before the vote.
Black Caps 3-111 at stumps chasing 369 against Aussies
Chasing 369 to win, New Zealand reached 3-111 at stumps on day three of the first Test against Australia at Wellington's Basin Reserve on Saturday.
LGBTQI community marches on at Mardi Gras despite grief
Sydney's annual Mardi Gras event has brought a welcoming celebration to the streets after a challenging week for the LGBTQI community.
Roar tap into gritty DNA ahead of Melbourne Victory
Ruben Zadkovich admires the fighting spirit shown by his Brisbane Roar side, but says starting fast and taking chances will be key against Melbourne Victory.
Couple commemorated in community’s ‘heartbreaking’ loss
The lives of flight attendant Luke Davies and AFL umpire Jesse Baird were remembered through tributes during Sydney's Mardi Gras parade.
Navalny buried in Moscow as thousands chant his name
A burial ceremony for the late Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny has taken place at Moscow's Borisovskoye cemetery.
Rebels roar home to down Force in Super Round
Melbourne have scored four unanswered second-half tries, including two from Filipo Daugunu, to come from behind and secure a 48-34 win over the Western Force.
Navalny to be buried in Moscow amid tight security
Supporters say more than 1000 people have gathered near the Moscow church where Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny will be farewelled amid a heavy police presence.