Swans ready to put grand final nightmare behind them
Sydney are set to play Geelong for the first time since their AFL grand final humbling, but their skipper says that defeat won't be on their minds.
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Men jailed for robbery via ‘armed riot’ at unit complex
Two men have been jailed up to three years for their part in a gang that stormed an inner-Brisbane apartment building and assaulted and robbed residents.
Ex-Geelong star Gary Ablett Sr sues AFL ‘for millions’
An Australian Rules football legend is the latest player to sue the AFL for damages over concussion injuries he sustained while playing.
‘Warrior’ Price is right for fight over voice: Dutton
Indigenous senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has been elevated to the shadow cabinet as part of a new-look frontbench unveiled by Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.
Taylor gives Warner three Tests, wants Bancroft on tour
Mark Taylor wants Cameron Bancroft or Matt Renshaw to be Australia's back-up Ashes openers, while calling for David Warner to be given three Tests to perform.
New policy hits accelerator on electric car sales
Automakers will be encouraged to bring more electric and low-emission vehicles to Australia after the government committed to placing a limit on car pollution.
Labor backbencher will not contest Queensland election
Queensland Labor MP Jim Madden will not contest the next state election after "careful consideration" of his physical and mental health.
Bushfire-fighting chemicals stunt, kill frogs: study
A Queensland study has sounded alarm bells about new-generation bushfire-fighting chemicals, with two found to stunt and kill frogs.
Clarkson says AFL tackle crackdown changing the game
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says players could soon be stopped from pinning opponents' arms in tackles amid the AFL crackdown.
Liberal Party has a ‘lot of work to do’: retiring MP
Speaking about her retirement from parliament at the next election, Liberal MP Karen Andrews says her party has a lot of lost ground to make up.
New property reforms to complement limits on rent rises: Palaszczuk
Laws limiting rent increases to once a year will be introduced to the Queensland parliament as the premier flags more rental reforms.
Police officer stood down over headbutting incident
Queensland Police are investigating after an off-duty constable was filmed appearing to headbutt a teenager.
Man jailed for robbing own elderly father at knifepoint
A Queensland man held a knife to his 87-year-old father's throat before demanding they drive to the bank to withdraw cash.
Embarrassment helps Sharks rediscover NRL steel
Braden Hamlin-Uele wants to keep carrying Cronulla forward after bouncing back from one of the worst losses of his career.
Italiano to step up as Wellington Phoenix’s ALM coach
Wellington have announced Ufuk Talay's replacement as head coach, confirming the promotion of his Phoenix assistant Giancarlo Italiano.
Clarkson says Kangaroos need stability in defence
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says personnel changes haven't helped their defensive set-up but they must beat Gold Coast in the midfield this week.
Lyssavirus warning after sick bat found on Gold Coast
Members of the public have been warned to never handle bats after a flying fox was found with the fatal Australian bat lyssavirus on the Gold Coast.
Trial adjourned for woodchipper murder plan accused
A trial has been adjourned until October for a Queensland woman accused of organising the murder of an ex-partner who was found in a woodchipper.
New archive for those who never reached WWI front lines
A trove of records covering Australians who enlisted to fight in World War I but didn't make it to the front has been digitised.
Storm on guard for Johnson-led Warriors in Anzac clash
Cameron Munster says Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson is playing with confidence, making him extra dangerous as Melbourne prepare to host the Anzac Day clash.
He makes me better: Cleary’s Origin six case for Luai
Nathan Cleary has indicated he hopes Jarome Luai keeps his NSW No.6 jersey, arguing his Penrith teammate makes him a better player.
Police made ‘mistakes’ as Gordon Copeland drowned
Police have been urged to fix mistakes made around the death of Indigenous man Gordon Copeland who drowned while trying to evade officers in northern NSW.
Tarryn Thomas returns to North via VFL program
Tarryn Thomas's AFL career is hanging in the balance but North Melbourne have permitted him to return to training with their VFL team.
Carter Gordon finds keys, form in World Cup audition
Eddie Jones' "live rugby" Wallabies offence was on full display on the second day of their Gold Coast training camp and Carter Gordon was central to it.
Police searching tonnes of rubbish for woman’s body
The enormous search for the body of retired teacher Lesley Trotter is under way in Brisbane, with investigators to comb through 200 tonnes of rubbish a day.
Western Force bank on home boost for late finals charge
The Western Force haven't played at home in more than a month and will be aiming to snap a four-match losing run when they host the Highlanders in Perth.
Broncos can go all the way: Capewell’s bold prediction
Brisbane welcome back winger Corey Oates from a broken jaw and Tom Flegler from concussion when they take on Parramatta in the NRL match in Darwin on Friday.
Putin visits Ukraine, G7 condemn nuclear plan
The Kremlin says Russian President Vladimir Putin has visited Kherson and Luhansk in Ukraine - the two regions it proclaimed annexed last year.
Giants confident swingman Himmelberg will re-sign
GWS restricted free agent Harry Himmelberg is expected to attract interest from other AFL clubs but coach Adam Kingsley is confident he will remain a Giant.
Walker axed, Crichton returns in Roosters shake-up
Halfback Sam Walker has been demoted to reserve grade as the Sydney Roosters seek to get their NRL season back on track.
Ponga back for Knights, Tigers overhaul backline
Kalyn Ponga has been named to make his comeback at No.6 for Newcastle, while Wests Tigers will blood a debutant fullback amid an overhaul of their NRL team.