Rural Queensland farm raid sparks $23.1m cannabis bust
A raid on an isolated rural Queensland farm has unearthed $23.1 million of cannabis linked to a nationwide drugs syndicate.
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Libs, Labor see govt with different glasses a year on
Labor is hailing cost-of-living relief as the basis of a successful first year in government but the opposition says it's been marred by broken promises.
Munster to play with fractured rib for Maroons
Cameron Munster will nurse rib and elbow injuries in Origin camp for Queensland after playing through the pain to lead the Storm to victory over the Dolphins..
New Zealand spends up, posting billion-dollar deficit
New Zealand Finance Minister Grant Robertson has splashed money on infrastructure, childcare, public transport and housing in the 2023 budget.
One rape charge remains for Sri Lankan cricketer
Three sexual assault charges against Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka have been dropped while a fourth remains before the courts.
Bouncy castle king jailed for burning down rivals
An "obsessed" aspiring bouncy castle tycoon who orchestrated arson attacks on rival businesses and then fled interstate could spend over a decade in prison.
Papalii’s retirement opens up race for Maroon selection
Long-time Queensland prop Josh Papalii has announced his retirement from State of Origin football, leaving Billy Slater to look elsewhere for front-row options.
Souths at home in Homebush ahead of Moore Park return
South Sydney were incensed by the NSW government's decision to block them from moving to Moore Park last year, but they now feel right at home in Homebush.
Concussion queries earn Reds a World Rugby sit-down
The Queensland Reds will meet with World Rugby to seek an explanation after numerous incidents that concussed or injured their players went uncited.
Southwell eyes NSW debut in women’s Origin opener
NSW coach Kylie Hilder has called up 18-year-old halfback Jesse Southwell for the women's State of Origin series opener against Queensland.
Chinese envoy slams Quad, G7 as Canberra backs Biden
Beijing has hit out at the G7 and Quad forums for stoking anti-China sentiment as Australian ministers work to allay concerns over Washington's reliability.
Reds, O’Connor close in on contract extension
Veteran James O'Connor wants to remain at Ballymore and the Queensland Reds are confident of keeping him, even without a Rugby Australia top-up.
Artists and creators showcase works clever by design
From renowned international design names to up-and-coming Australian artists and firms selling only slogans, the crowds are arriving at Melbourne Design Fair.
Health workers to ramp up strikes in pay rise fight
Health care workers will continue to hold stoppages across NSW and in every hospital as they push the Minns government to hurry up with a wage rise.
Reds playmaker Dallinger earns Test rugby debut
Queensland playmaker Carys Dallinger will make her Wallaroos debut after being named to start against Fijiana, while Faitala Moleka is a new face at fullback.
AFL community wants Hawthorn racism probe to end
Alastair Clarkson's shock leave of absence from North Melbourne has prompted more calls for the Hawthorn racism investigation to be sped up.
Storm to open new Queensland NRL academy
Melbourne are opening a new academy hub on the Sunshine Coast to try to ward off the recruitment threat of NRL newcomers the Dolphins.
Ex-health minister insists no ill will over reshuffle
Yvette D'Ath insists Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has her support after being moved from the health portfolio in a cabinet shake-up.
Lions midfielders out to match Suns’ ‘purple patch’
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan rates the Suns' current form as good as it's been in years and thinks any mental edge is gone as the Lions seek a ninth-straight win.
Man in court over alleged murder crime scene clean-up
A 33-year-old man who allegedly travelled to NSW to help clean up a murder crime scene was already on bail for other offences, a Brisbane court has been told.
Man jailed for ‘extreme over-reaction’ in dog attack
Roland Patrick Meldrum has been jailed for a "cowardly attack" on a 60-year-old man who had kicked his dog in a bid to protect his own canine.
Collingwood, Bulldogs hit prime time in AFL fixture
The AFL has confirmed its fixtures for the next block of the home-and-away season, with the Magpies and Bulldogs featuring heavily in standalone matches.
Yunupingu honoured as visionary, champion, diplomat
Gumatj leader and activist Yunupingu has been remembered as a champion for his people at a ceremony in northeast Arnhem Land celebrating his life.
Former police officer jailed for stalking ex-partner
A former policeman has been jailed after pleading guilty over a months-long period of stalking including a threat to slit the throat of the woman's new partner.
NRL blindsided by NSW Government’s UFC announcement
The NRL says it was not advised about the NSW Government's decision to bring a UFC event to Sydney on the Sunday of the first week of finals.
Richmond skipper Nankervis back in AFL Dreamtime boost
Richmond ruckman Toby Nankervis and Essendon defender Jordan Ridley are the big-name inclusions for Saturday night's "Dreamtime at the 'G" blockbuster.
Cleary makes history as Panthers beat gritty Broncos
The Panthers have ground Brisbane down in a steely 15-4 win that featured a Nathan Cleary landmark and a bizarre disallowed try to Broncos centre Kotoni Staggs.
DeChambeau enjoys clubhouse lead at PGA Championship
American Bryson DeChambeau has the clubhouse lead after frost delayed the suspended first round of the PGA Championship outside New York.
Nadal out of French Open, expects 2024 to be final year
Rafael Nadal has announced he's pulling out of the French Open with a hip injury and says he expects 2024 to be the final season of his tennis career.
Explosions as air raid alerts sound throughout Ukraine
Ukraine's military has mobilised anti-aircraft units after air raid alerts sounded throughout the country amid reports of Russian drone attacks.
Shocked Kangaroos determined to do it for Clarkson
Shocked North Melbourne players will have extra motivation due to Alastair Clarkson's mental health break, interim Kangaroos coach Brett Ratten says.