Missing finals wouldn’t make Blues a failure: Cerra
Expectations are high at inconsistent Carlton but midfielder Adam Cerra is adamant the Blues don't need to play finals to give their AFL season a pass mark.
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Police warn vigilantes angered by youth crime wave
Police and Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk have called for community calm after a vigilante mob frustrated by youth crime surrounded homes in central Queensland.
Tedesco: Walker will become a great NRL halfback
Roosters captain James Tedesco was unhappy with the display of the new-look spine against North Queensland but he's confident the combination will soon fire.
Addo-Carr closing in on miracle return before Origin
Josh Addo-Carr is expected to return from a syndesmosis injury for Canterbury before Brad Fittler names his side for NSW's State of Origin series opener.
Tennis officials believe Kyrgios will play French Open
Optimistic officials believe tennis enigma Nick Kyrgios will make a surprise return to the court at the French Open in Paris after seven months out of the game.
Reds aim to buck history and cement Super finals spot
The Queensland Reds will likely have to win in New Zealand under Brad Thorn for the first time to confirm a Super Rugby Pacific finals berth.
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One-off energy relief welcome but plug in more solar
Permanent energy bill relief through access to rooftop solar is a priority most households want to see in the budget, including those who don't own a roof.
Abuse of locked-up brothers preventable, inquiry told
Interactions between the Queensland government and the family of two brothers found malnourished and locked in a room are being examined by a royal commission.
Fadden by-election to be next big test for Liberals
While Fadden is seen as a safe seat for the coalition, the upcoming by-election in the Gold Coast electorate will bring new challenges for Peter Dutton.
Victoria to launch digital driver’s licences by 2024
Victoria will trial digital driver's licences in a regional city for six months before launching the technology across the state next year.
Paro plans to sidestep ‘dodgy’ decisions in title fight
Having been awarded a long-awaited world-title shot in June, super-lightweight Liam Paro is determined to take any decision-making out of the judges' hands.
AFL, Magpies, Swans denounce fans who booed Franklin
The AFL has joined Collingwood and Sydney in condemning Magpie fans who booed Lance Franklin, saying there is no place in the game for their behaviour.
Jones brings England rugby mind coach over to Wallabies
Coach Eddie Jones has brought renowned sports psychologist Corinne Reid, who assisted with England's 2019 Rugby World Cup campaign, across to the Wallabies.
Millions on track for budget energy bill relief
Households and small businesses could receive hundreds of dollars in energy bill support through deals brokered between federal and state governments.
Nine dead including gunman in Texas mall shooting
A suspected gunman is dead after he killed at least eight people outside a shopping mall about 40 kilometres northeast of Dallas, Texas.
Paro secures world-title fight, Spark denied in Mexico
Australia's Liam Paro has secured a world-title shot against WBC super-lightweight champion Regis Prograis in New Orleans on June 17.
Wests Tigers win again to heap pain on Dragons, Griffin
Wests Tigers fullback Jahream Bula has proved an inspiration for a side that's now won two-straight NRL games after starting with seven straight losses.
Hinkley hails Port’s toughness after pipping Essendon
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says his players are growing in confidence after edging Essendon by five points for yet another comeback victory.
Football operations boss Ben Ikin leaves Broncos
Ben Ikin has stepped down from his role as Brisbane's head of football operations after two years with the club.
Griffin stares down Dragons’ woes after fifth near miss
A fifth-straight NRL loss of six points or less has amplified pressure on the Dragons and coach Anthony Griffin, who insists he isn't worried for his future.
Magpie fans boo Franklin, leaving Longmire bemused
Collingwood fans have booed AFL great Lance Franklin as the Magpies broke clear in the last quarter to beat Sydney at the MCG.
Brutal Cowboys batter Roosters in turnaround NRL win
North Queensland winger Murray Taulagi delved into his box of tricks to unveil another Magic Round moment to savour in a 20-6 NRL win over the Roosters.
Fagan slams ‘prejudicial’ reports in Hawks’ racism saga
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has slammed prejudicial reporting about the claims of alleged racism during his time at Hawthorn.
Four on the trot for flying Swifts
NSW Swifts make it four wins in a row after closing out a tight win over Sunshine Coast Lightning.
Snapshot for round eight of the AFL season
A snapshot of round eight of the AFL season as Patrick Dangerfield went down injured, Richmond snapped a losing streak and Josh Dunkley dominated for Brisbane.
Search for four-wheel drive after highway ramming
A Queensland man has been charged with dangerous driving and discharging a weapon in a public place, as police search for the vehicle involved.
Land search suspended for man missing in Torres Strait
Emergency workers who have been been looking for a missing outrigger paddler in the Torres Strait will concentrate on water and aerial search efforts.
McKenna, Simpson claim Ironman Australia titles
Steve McKenna has narrowly won the Ironman Australia men's race from defending champion Tim Van Berkel while Kylie Simpson triumphed in the women's race.
Mitch Moses concussed as Titans edge out Eels
Parramatta have fallen to Gold Coast in a close NRL encounter and will lose Mitch Moses for at least a week after he suffered a concussion late in the match.
UK celebrates with ‘deeply touched’ King Charles
Buckingham Palace says King Charles was "deeply touched" by the public celebration of his coronation as street parties are held across the United Kingdom.
Sessions with Barrett inspire Eels’ Brown to his best
Dylan Brown's sessions with Parramatta attacking coach Trent Barrett have given him confidence he can stand up and guide the Eels in Mitch Moses' absence.