Hip-drop tackles mar Broncos’ 26-16 win over Eels
Adam Reynolds and Ezra Mam have combined to seal Brisbane's 26-16 defeat of Parramatta but the game was overshadowed by three hip-drop tackles.
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Lobb enemy No.1 as Bulldogs beat Dockers in Perth
Western Bulldogs forward Rory Lobb copped rough treatment from his former Dockers teammates - and the crowd - in his team's 49-point win.
Fighting in Sudan continues despite truce declaration
Gunfire is still ringing in the embattled Sudanese capital Khartoum after army and rebel forces agreed to a three-day ceasefire for the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Docker Matt Taberner cut down, but Cox not the answer
Fremantle spearhead Matt Taberner is set to spend an extended period on the sidelines after undergoing back surgery.
Smoothies and scrambled eggs get Oates back to NRL
Veteran winger Corey Oates was outstanding in his first game for Brisbane since breaking his jaw in the round two win over North Queensland.
American Talor Gooch claims 10-shot lead at LIV Golf
US golfer Talor Gooch has a 10-shot lead heading into the final round of the LIV Golf tournament in Adelaide, with Australia's Cameron Smith 11 shots behind.
Missiles loaded onto defence wishlist, hard cuts marked
A strategic review of Australia's defence force has recommended a greater focus on long-range missiles as well as a reduction in land vehicles.
Allies move to bolster Ukraine tank forces
A meeting of allies has reiterated the West's unwavering support of Ukraine and focus on providing air defence and ammunition to assist in its war efforts.
Kiwis blimmin’ thrilled by Aussie citizenship embrace
Australia's Anthony Albanese and New Zealand's Chris Hipkins will meet in Brisbane this weekend after momentous changes to citizenship rules.
UK deputy PM quits after bullying investigation
UK Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab has resigned after an investigation into complaints he bullied civil servants
Megabucks up for grabs for megafires solution
A cashed-up competition is underway to transform how fires are detected, managed and fought, and Aussie firefighters will help decide who wins.
Ship found 80 years after Australian maritime disaster
The Montevideo Maru has been discovered off the coast of the Philippines 80 years after it was sunk, killing about 980 Australian troops and civilians.
Cairns man charged with torture, manslaughter of child
Eighteen months after a emergency crews found a 23 month old boy unresponsive in a Cairns home, a man is due in court over his death.
New Zealand PM welcomes drop in Australian deportations
As New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins heads across the Tasman to meet Anthony Albanese, he is heartened fewer Kiwis are being deported from Australia.
Probe under way after man shot dead by police
The Ethical Standards Command is investigating after Queensland police shot dead a man in Townsville, with the force confident officers acted appropriately.
Haas faces ban amid NRL’s latest hip-drop inconsistency
The NRL insist there is no confusion on hip-drop tackles, despite Payne Haas not being sin-binned in Brisbane's win over Parramatta but later facing a ban.
Slater coy on future after missing WSL’s mid-season cut
Surfing superstar Kelly Slater has fallen short of making the WSL mid-season cut after being eliminated by Australian Liam O'Brien at the Margaret River Pro.
Elias urges NSW to stick with Koroisau amid Tigers’ woe
Former Balmain and NSW hooker Benny Elias says Wests Tigers' horror start to the year shouldn't cost Api Koroisau his State of Origin spot.
Bennett offers solution to ‘crazy trend’ of hip drops
Veteran coach Wayne Bennett says referees have a big part to play in removing hip-drop tackles from the NRL, insisting the tactic is not taught by coaches.
Dew reverts to Eddie’s notes as Suns search for wins
Time spent in camp with Eddie Jones while he was still England rugby coach has helped Stuart Dew refine and reinforce his own style in the AFL with Gold Coast.
More talk needed on AFL tackles: Tigers coach Hardwick
As the AFL moves to clear up confusion over dangerous tackles, Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has called for more clarity around the issue.
Don’t change, Bennett tells hitman Kaufusi on return
Felise Kaufusi returns from suspension against Gold Coast, with Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett urging his enforcer to be "on time" with tackles.
Crusaders and Storm ignore latest code war antics
Crusaders coach Scott Robertson is ignoring any code war between rugby union and league, saying Storm skipper Christian Welch presented their Super jerseys.
Power insist Jonas bump accidental in win over Eagles
Todd Marshall's concussion and Tom Jonas's big bump have marred Port Adelaide's clinical 40-point AFL win over West Coast.
Sydney FC vanquish Victory to reach ALW grand final
Sydney FC will face Western United for the A-League Women championship after snatching a last-ditch 1-0 win over Melbourne Victory to reach the grand final.
Dockers star Brayshaw cleared by match review officer
Star Fremantle midfielder Andrew Brayshaw has been cleared by the match review officer in a welcome boost for the struggling Dockers.
Hynes pushes Origin case as Sharks down Bulldogs
Nicho Hynes has played a role in three tries to help Cronulla beat Canterbury 33-20, further pushing his cause for NSW State of Origin berth.
Charlie Cameron kicks seven as Lions defeat Giants
A career-high seven goals for Charlie Cameron has helped Brisbane beat GWS by 21 points at Manuka Oval for a third straight AFL win.
Blues trample Waratahs in Super Rugby at wet Eden Park
The undermanned NSW Waratahs have suffered a 55-21 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Blues in Auckland.
Barry Humphries, ‘greatest ever Australian’, bows out
Entertainer Barry Humphries, who brought to life Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson, has died at the age of 89 in a Sydney hospital surrounded by family.
Drinkwater, Holmes shine as Cowboys snap losing streak
Valentine Holmes and Scott Drinkwater have lifted North Queensland to scrappy 18-16 win over Newcastle to snap a three game NRL losing streak.