ACT top prosecutor to take leave after inquiry grilling
ACT Director of Public Prosecutions Shane Drumgold will take leave as his role in the aborted rape trial of Bruce Lehrmann comes under intense scrutiny.
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Seatbelt mandate flagged after horror school bus smash
Victoria could look at mandating seat belts on all buses in response to a crash in Melbourne's west that left several children with traumatic injuries.
Roosters give Ryles green light to discuss Dragons role
Jason Ryles will be free to leave the Sydney Roosters this NRL season if he lands the vacant St George Illawarra role after the Roosters paved the way.
Wild results from chlamydia vaccine trial for koalas
A world-first study to vaccinate a wild koala population against the deadly chlamydia disease has exceeded all expectations, researchers say.
Leilua to rebuild NRL career after DV charges dropped
North Queensland player Luciano Leilua is set to hit the NRL field again after police dropped domestic violence-related charges against him.
North Melbourne believe Clarkson will return as coach
Alastair Clarkson has stepped aside indefinitely as North Melbourne coach, citing mental wellbeing issues from an investigation into alleged racism at Hawthorn.
Inquest into baby death after months in hospital
The death of a baby born prematurely and dying at home 11 days after his discharge from hospital will be the subject of an inquest before a Queensland coroner.
Blame me, not Smith for Roosters’ struggles: Robinson
Brandon Smith has been criticised for his form at the Sydney Roosters, but coach Trent Robinson says the club is failing to get the best out of the star hooker.
AFL backs ‘yes’ vote for Indigenous voice referendum
The AFL has joined other major Australian football codes by announcing its support for an Indigenous voice to parliament in the upcoming referendum.
Liberals face a by-election as Stuart Robert resigns
Former Liberal frontbencher Stuart Robert has formally resigned from federal parliament, paving the way for a by-election in his Queensland seat of Fadden.
Aussie timber trade nailed, China eyes wine, barley
In further proof trade relations between the nations are thawing, China has announced it will resume the importation of Australian timber.
Broncos out to prove they are among NRL’s best
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says losses to Melbourne and South Sydney this season haven't dented belief they've become a top NRL side.
Addo-Carr in no doubt over Origin readiness
Josh Addo-Carr is adamant one match back for Canterbury will be all he needs to prepare for NSW and State of Origin after a six-week syndesmosis injury.
Attempted murder charge after shooting in car park
A man is accused of attempted murder and a woman faces a motor vehicle charge following a shooting during an altercation in Brisbane's north.
First solo runway by Indigenous label at Fashion Week
Ngali has become the first Indigenous fashion label to present a solo show at Fashion Week in Sydney with model Samantha Harris leading the way on the catwalk.
Injury-smashed Bombers seeing light at end of tunnel
Essendon are in the midst of an injury crisis but coach Brad Scott is confident he'll soon have Peter Wright and Jayden Laverde back earlier than expected.
Vine’s overall Giro hopes dashed in freezing stage 10
Australian Jay Vine is out of overall contention at the Giro d'Italia after he struggled in miserable conditions during the 10th stage, won by Magnus Cort.
Liberal MP Stuart Robert’s absence ‘unacceptable’: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has blasted retiring Fadden MP Stuart Robert for continuing to receive a taxpayer funded salary while absent from parliament.
Brisbane Tigers launch bid to become NRL’s 18th team
Brisbane Tigers want to become the NRL's 18th team and say they have financial backing to rival the Broncos.
Concussion threat gives Origin coaches headaches
In a concern for Origin coaches, a player who suffers a concussion in round 12 will either miss the series opener or the majority of training before Game 1.
Search suspended for missing man off Queensland coast
The search for a missing man off the coast of Queensland's Fraser Island has been suspended three days after his yacht sank.
Buddy ‘desperately needed’ at Swans: Longmire
Sydney coach John Longmire has defended Lance Franklin's performance after the 'really sick' forward failed to score a goal in the side's loss to Fremantle.
Rural Australians told to look beyond big four banks
Community banking could be an alternative for rural communities, where the big four banks are increasingly shutting their doors.
September 30 deadline placed on Tszyu-Charlo mega-fight
The World Boxing Organisation has placed a September 30 deadline on Tim Tszyu's fight with American Jermell Charlo for undisputed super-welterweight honours.
City goalkeeper Glover set for AAMI Park last hurrah
Goalkeeper Tom Glover is among several players who will depart Melbourne City at season's end and is ready to leave AAMI Park on a high note.
Re-signed Wallaby Paisami sets injury return date
Re-signed Queensland Reds and Wallabies centre Hunter Paisami is hopeful of returning from a knee injury in the final Super Rugby Pacific round.
Lyon urges AFL to ‘aim for perfection’ in racism fight
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has called for the AFL to "aim for perfection" as the league prepares to announce its support for the Indigenous voice to parliament.
Day, Scott, Smith lead Australian assault at US major
Heavyweight trio Cameron Smith, Jason Day and Adam Scott head up the Australian challenge at the PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club in New York.
Climate-friendly truck convoy to roll into Aussie show
Zero-emission trucks will go on show in Brisbane this week in an event where green prime movers may outnumber their diesel counterparts.
Dolphins’ Bromwich content ahead of Storm reunion
Content Dolphins forward Kenny Bromwich admits the banter has been minimal ahead of his first NRL encounter with former club Melbourne.
Arthur asks Eels for dogfight to end Bunnies dominance
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur has admitted South Sydney have had the wood over his side in recent years, with the club winless against the Rabbitohs since 2020.