Brothel owner sold cocaine during ‘downward spiral’
Police started surveillance of a former Gold Coast brothel owner after clients complained about drug use at his business.
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Tigers to regain Martin, Prestia among five changes
Dustin Martin and Dion Prestia will return as Richmond host Sydney on Thursday night at the MCG, with pressure a key focus for the Tigers.
Suns boss denies Hardwick talks, backs Stuart Dew
Gold Coast chief executive Mark Evans says he hasn't spoken to Damien Hardwick about replacing under-fire coach Stuart Dew.
Tasmania trashed as ‘Australia’s most secretive state’
Tasmania has the highest rate of freedom of information refusals in the nation and average review request wait times have tripled in five years, analysis shows.
Whittaker prepared for most ‘dangerous fight of career’
Robert Whittaker hasn't fought in the UFC octagon since September 2022 and knows Dricus Du Plessis has nothing to lose in their UFC290 bout.
Seven’s loss as Ben Roberts-Smith legal bill looms
Seven Network and Kerry Stokes' firm will hand over material to three news publishers pursuing them for legal costs over Ben Roberts-Smith's defamation loss.
To’o tips Luai to rise from NSW Origin axing
Jarome Luai won't feature for NSW in State of Origin III but his good mate Brian To'o says the Penrith five-eighth has taken the axing in his stride.
Taupau extends at Broncos, Haas out until round 21
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has ankle tendon inflammation and will be unavailable until round 21, while fellow front-rower Martin Taupau has inked a new deal.
NRL players could ditch media for months amid CBA war
Players will boycott game-day media commitments, including during State of Origin III, as part of an ongoing CBA dispute between the NRL and the RLPA.
Court backs green light on Narrabri coal mine expansion
Climate activists say a court's decision to dismiss their bid to stop Whitehaven's Narrabri coal mine expansion was "out of step with community expectations".
Retaining Ashes not enough as Australia hunt series win
A draw at Headingley will retain the Ashes for Australia but captain Pat Cummins has made clear only winning the Test and wrapping up a series victory will do.
Consumers misled about ‘guaranteed’ parking, ACCC says
A company which owns over 450 car parks across Australia falsely claimed consumers could reserve parking places by booking them, the consumer watchdog has said.
Swifts expect Sterling to play Super Netball decider
The NSW Swifts are expecting Adelaide's star defender Shamera Sterling to be fit for the Super Netball grand final after an injury scare at training.
An ugly duckling’s explosive take on Swan Lake
The world's best-known ballet will take on a new life as a chaotic display of acrobatics when a circus company Circa premieres its reimagining of Swan Lake.
Dad sues over crash that killed his four children
A Queensland father whose four children were killed in a head-on collision is suing his deceased wife's estate and insurer over claims she caused the crash.
Ancestral remains taken in the 1930s to return home
Confirmation of the return of remains taken by an anthropologist coincides with the recognition of native title rights for several Cape York communities.
Nation put on high alert as El Nino warnings heat up
More extreme weather is forecast as Australians braces for warmer, drier conditions this summer after heavy rain and record floods.
Father’s bullying claims left Shyla Heal ‘traumatised’
Star guard and Opals basketballer Shyla Heal claims the day her father was suspended she was manhandled by Flames strength and conditioning coach Mitch Fuller.
More electric car price cuts in Australia as sales soar
The price of another new electric vehicle has dropped below $40,000 in Australia on the same day the country recorded a record number of sales.
Cars ‘drove by during 35-minute attack on disabled man’
Motorists drove by without offering to help while Benjamin Peter Twine assaulted a disabled man in a 35-minute attack, Brisbane District Court has heard.
Australian shares dip lower as Chinese economy wobbles
The local bourse has fallen 0.35 per cent after underwhelming Chinese economic data raised fears Australia's largest trading partner is heading for a slowdown.
Three held in custody over violent robbery, dog killing
A group of men have appeared in court for their alleged involvement in an armed confrontation over the sale of an e-scooter in Brisbane.
Good outlook for farmers despite lower commodity prices
Trade conditions are expected to improve for Australian farmers, although dry weather could weigh on some producers, Rural Bank says.
Grateful Cowboy Nanai saddles up for Origin outing
After a stop-start beginning to 2023, North Queensland's Jeremiah Nanai is back to his blistering best and keen to make the most of his State of Origin return.
Dunkley hobbled as Lions eye crucial AFL block
The Brisbane Lions have half an eye on crunch games against Melbourne and Geelong as they prepare to face West Coast without the recuperating Josh Dunkley.
High-scoring Crows to focus on defence against Bombers
Adelaide's Rising Star nominee Luke Pedlar says the Crows' focus will be on defence against Essendon in their looming season-shaping fixture.
McGovern, Kelly set to boost West Coast ‘green shoots’
West Coast put in a brave effort during last week's eight-point loss to St Kilda, but can they maintain that effort against Brisbane at the Gabba?
Fruit and vegetable grower Costa confirms takeover bid
Shareholders of Costa Group could receive a healthy financial boost after the fruit and vegetable grower confirmed it received an unsolicited takeover offer.
Relative charged with SA couple’s medication murders
South Australian police have charged a 62-year-old woman with the murders of an elderly Adelaide couple who were related to her.
Hockeyroos bank on experience with Olympics on the line
World No.2 Australia have turned to experienced heads for their Oceania Cup series against New Zealand, with direct Olympic hockey qualification the prize.
Matildas await FIFA call on First Nations flags at WWC
FIFA will soon make a call on whether First Nations flags can be hung inside the stadiums at the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.