Ryles, Hornby touted as Dragons mull NRL coach options
St George Illawarra directors have opted against making a final decision on coach Anthony Griffin, as potential replacements get the backing of rival players.
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$30m meth stuffed into duffel bags seized in NSW
Twenty kilograms of meth have been seized during a vehicle stop following a joint NSW and Queensland police investigation into cross-border drug trafficking.
Sudan’s warring generals agree 24-hour ceasefire
Warring Sudanese generals agreed a 24-hour ceasefire to ensure the safe passage of civilians and the evacuation of the wounded after days of intense fighting.
Jack, Short impress on day two of Aust Championships
Shayna Jack has made amends for her loss in the women's 100m freestyle by winning the 50m event, while Sam Short has taken out the 1500m in style.
Fire kills 21 at hospital in China’s capital: report
A fire at Beijing's Changfeng Hospital in China's capital has killed 21 people, state media reports say.
Zelenskiy, Putin visit troops in Ukraine amid fighting
Both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Russian President Vladimir Putin have met their commanders as fierce fighting continues in Bakhmut.
Indigenous face double NDIS disadvantage, network says
Reform of the National Disability Insurance Scheme must include a focus on helping Indigenous Australians, an advocacy group says.
Advocates hopeful of single parent support in budget
The federal government is under pressure to boost funding for disadvantaged people in the May budget, with advocates saying there is a clear case for it.
Whales indulge in ‘day spa treatments’ off Gold Coast
Humpback whales enjoy spending time exfoliating their skin and appear to have a favourite spot in thea sea bed off the Gold Coast, a researcher has found.
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Trillions needed to scale up future of renewable energy
Clean export installations up north, production hubs in the south and pipelines crossing the nation map out Australia's future as a net-zero nation.
Albanese defends voice over High Court concerns
The prime minister says the Indigenous voice proposal is legally sound as he faces opposition calls for a rethink of the referendum plan.
Heavy gunfire quickly shatters Sudan truce deal
Fighting continued in Sudan despite initial hopes of a ceasefire, according to eye witnesses and media reports.
Australian youth justice system broken, report finds
Australia's current approach to youth justice isn't working and a new report calls for children's rights to be placed at the centre to improve outcomes.
Fox settles Dominion defamation lawsuit for $A1.2b
Fox Corp has settled a defamation lawsuit brought by Dominion Voting Systems, saying it wanted to avoid the "acrimony of a divisive trial".
Tallis ‘rag doll’ Origin moment drives young Titan Haas
Young Titans forward Klese Haas aspires to have a big moment in a big game ahead of the clash with the Dolphins to replicate a Gorden Tallis Origin incident.
Penrith is my home: NRL star Jarome Luai
Five-eighth Jarome Luai is keen to remain with the Panthers beyond the end of his current contract, declaring he feels at home with Penrith.
Cleary kicks against NRL golden-point change
Data has shown any change to the NRL's points system for extra-time matches would be close to meaningless, with Nathan Cleary warning against any shift.
Comedian Barry Humphries hospitalised in Sydney
Barry Humphries has been hospitalised in Sydney following complications from hip surgery, according to reports.
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Glencore coal investors fire up ahead of annual meeting
Big investors are queuing up to quiz mining giant Glencore on how thermal coal fits with growing international ambitions to decarbonise electricity supply.
Probe finds misconduct but no government heads to roll
The Victorian premier's staff exerted pressure on health bureaucrats to award a lucrative contract to a union but the conduct fell short of corruption.
Dutton plummets to new low, PM lift in latest polling
Support for Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has fallen to new depths in a recent opinion poll, as electoral officials finalise the Aston by-election result.
Warner in Ashes squad, not locked in for selection
Selectors have confirmed David Warner will open for Australia in the World Test Championship final but will not guarantee his spot for the Ashes series opener.
Embattled casino group Star to sack 500 staff
Star Entertainment Group is eliminating the equivalent of 500 full-time staff and considering its options regarding The Star Sydney
Owners of dogs responsible for attacks could face jail
Queensland's dangerous dog task force will consider tougher penalties for dog owners after a spate of attacks.
Reasons for secret jailing of former spy revealed
The reasons why former spy Witness J was jailed have been made public after the unprecedented secrecy of his case sparked a review of national security laws.
Uni dorm housing plan ditched in favour of private buys
Buying homes on the private market represents better value than converting disused university beds into emergency accommodation, the Queensland government says.
Lyon urges Caminiti to heed lesson in AFL striking ban
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon hopes young forward Anthony Caminiti will learn a lesson in how to deal with frustration after being hit with a three-match AFL ban.
Golf’s cold war is thawing, say LIV drawcards
LIV stars Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Dustin Johnson believe golf's cold war is thawing ahead of the breakaway tour's inaugural tournament in Australia.
Spinal unit under microscope amid concerns over care
Queensland Health will evaluate the state's spinal injuries unit amid concerns it's struggling with a lack of resources.
Tigers call on Bula as Sheens bloods fourth fullback
Tim Sheens has put his faith in a fourth fullback of the season, as the Wests Tigers seek to sign Jahream Bula to ensure he can make his NRL debut.
Women shine in Aussie agriculture as results tallied
With the gates closed on Sydney's Royal Easter Show, the numbers have been tallied, with 880,000 attending the 12-day event and female competitors a standout.