Reds coach and O’Connor deals imminent
James O'Connor is close to finalising a deal to remain at the Queensland Reds, where Les Kiss has been strongly linked to the coaching vacancy.
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Heatwave grips China as flood toll rises in South Korea
Extreme weather is sparking havoc and curiosity around the world as scientists warn climate change will make heatwaves more frequent, severe and lethal.
Matildas ready to contend at home Women’s World Cup
The Matildas will finally kick off their hotly-anticipated Women's World Cup campaign against Ireland, confident they are peaking at the right time to contend.
Australia’s missed chances keep England in the Ashes
Australia have gone to stumps on day one of the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford on 8-299, after several batters missed the opportunity to make a big score.
West Tigers secure Fainu brothers on 4-year deals
Promising youngsters Samuela and Latu Fainu have signed with NRL strugglers Wests Tigers, joining older brother Sione there.
Russia bombards Ukraine ports, threatens grain ships
Ukraine says Russia's bombardment of Black Sea ports has deliberately targeted grain export infrastructure, days after it halted a trade agreement.
Europe faces heatwave, fires; record temps scorch China
A heat dome stretching from the US, across Europe and into China has caused life-threatening temperatures and wildfires.
An Australian dream – the Cam Smith-Ashes Sunday double
Cameron Smith has been enthused by the outlandish prospect that he could retain his British Open title on the same day that Australia's men win the Ashes.
Blak Sovereign Movement makes case against referendum
The Blak Sovereign Movement is opposed to a referendum to enshrine an Indigenous voice into the constitution, hitting out against 'yes' and 'no' campaigns.
Wright, Hodge cut from Wallabies’ Bledisloe Cup squad
Tom Wright and Reece Hodge have been dropped from the Wallabies' Bledisloe Cup squad as Eddie Jones turns to fit-again pair Jordan Petaia and Andrew Kellaway.
Matildas to embrace crowd fervour in World Cup opener
The Matildas will kick off their Women's World Cup tilt in front of their biggest-ever crowd and superstar captain Sam Kerr says they will welcome the noise.
Strong jobs market keeps pressure on interest rates
The resilience of the jobs market continues to beat expectations and could be bad news for mortgage holders hoping for another pause on interest rate rises.
‘I will miss him terribly’: Labor legend farewelled
A "great Australian" who fought for what he believed in, former Labor leader Simon Crean has been laid to rest at a state funeral.
Gas, electricity prices up as winter hits east coast
The latest Australian Energy Regulator quarterly report shows higher wholesale prices for gas and electricity were partly offset by new solar and wind capacity.
Falling cases put Australia on brink of eliminating HIV
The first country to achieve a virtual elimination of HIV could be Australia, but marginalised groups and late detections remain a concern.
Australian travellers seek eco-friendly options or bust
More Australian tourists are seeking out environmentally friendly travel options and some say they will travel less – or not at all – if they cannot find them.
Three dead including gunman in Auckland CBD shooting
Three people are dead, including the gunman, and six have been injured after a shooting in Auckland CBD on the opening day of the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Senior robodebt bureaucrat suspended from $900k role
A senior bureaucrat found to have misled cabinet over the illegal robodebt scheme has been suspended without pay from her $900,000 a year defence advisory role.
World Cup goes on as Norway swept up in NZ shooting
The Norwegian football team have been placed in lockdown following a shooting in Auckland prior to the opening match at the Women's World Cup.
Winwood’s WBC rankings surge offers shot at history
A surge from 13th to No.2 in the WBC's latest rankings, has kept alive Alex Winwood's dream of becoming the fastest Australian to a boxing world title.
BHP faces cost pressures, warns of economic volatility
BHP has posted a strong fourth quarter with annual production records at Western Australia iron ore, Olympic Dam and Spence, but warns of uncertain times.
Demons coach Goodwin hits out at Grundy ‘hysteria’
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin insists the Max Gawn-Brodie Grundy ruck partnership can still thrive and has hit out at "hysterical" commentary.
Euthanised dingo underscores ‘people problem’ on K’gari
Visitors to Queensland's K'gari are approaching dingoes to take selfies in a trend that has exasperated authorities after a recent attack on a woman jogger.
Former police officer hit with 70 sex charges
A former police officer's charges include 66 counts of indecent treatment of children on the Gold Coast over a seven-year period.
Pies bank on De Goey to prove fitness for Power clash
Collingwood may be without Jordan De Goey for the top-of-the-table clash with Port Adelaide but will welcome back Darcy Cameron and Brody Mihocek from injuries.
Lion Ashcroft set for high-stakes battle with Geelong
Young gun Will Ashcroft has reflected on his stellar debut AFL campaign ahead of Brisbane's blockbuster against Geelong on Saturday.
Fears Coles milk buyout could sour market for farmers
There are concerns that a Coles plan to buy two milk processing plants will give the supermarket giant greater power and bargaining influence on the market.
Walsh back for Broncos but Mitchell showdown cancelled
Broncos fullback Reece Walsh returns from suspension against the Rabbitohs, whose star No.1 Latrell Mitchell will spend another week on the sidelines.
Three dead in Auckland CBD shooting, gunman identified
Three people are dead, including the gunman, and six have been injured after a shooting in Auckland CBD on the opening day of the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Businesses join the Q for gold at Brisbane Olympics
Queensland-based businesses will be in the box seat to share in $180 billion in government procurement between now and 2032.
Koroisau inks new deal, set to finish career at Tigers
Wests Tigers captain Api Koroisau has agreed a two-year contract extension in a major show of faith in the struggling NRL club.