Breakthrough in drawn-out trade dispute with China
China has agreed to undertake a review of trade restrictions on Australian barley after the federal government paused its World Trade Organisation case.
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Blyth escapes with three-week Super ban after red card
Angus Blyth has had his suspension reduced from six to three weeks after the Queensland lock was sent off for a late, high hit on Brumbies winger Corey Toole.
Australian share market resurrects after Easter break
The Australian share market was higher at noon on Tuesday after turning around losses ahead of the Easter break, when the bourse snapped eight days of gains.
Lions’ Rolls-Royce seeks polish in North AFL test
Hugh McCluggage admits his usually silky distribution has been below its best during the Brisbane Lions' rollercoaster 2-2 start to the AFL season.
Treasurer warns vaping is hurting health and the budget
The treasurer says the switch to vaping is leaving a hole in the federal budget, but the "incredibly concerning" health crisis is the main priority.
Gilbert will ‘fight over a 10-cent piece’ for Dolphins
Dolphins great Wally Fullerton-Smith says lock Tom Gilbert has a hint of madness about him, in a good way, as he drives the team's strong season start.
Climate may have ‘big impact’ on rainforest fish
New research on the adaptability of rainbowfish living in the freshwater creeks of Australia's wet tropics can help inform effective conservation strategies.
Andrew Moloney books ‘life changing’ Vegas title shot
Andrew Moloney wants Las Vegas redemption as he fights for a world title a week after his twin brother in a family double he says was "meant to be".
Bins uncollected as garbos strike in Sydney, Canberra
Cleanaway truck drivers are striking for 24-hours, affecting garbage collection in parts of Sydney and Canberra with workers concerned about pay and conditions.
Brave and brilliant Raiders end Broncos’ unbeaten run
A brutally physical Canberra beat Brisbane 20-14 at Suncorp Stadium with Corey Horsburgh and a bloodied and brilliant Jordan Rapana playing starring roles.
AFL leaders St Kilda steamroll Gold Coast by 53 points
Ross Lyon's St Kilda have extended their winning start to the AFL season to four matches with a 53-point victory over a disappointing Gold Coast outfit.
Vixens grind past Lightning in Super Netball
The Vixens enhanced their reputation as netball's second-half specialists by mowing down the Lightning on Easter Saturday.
Trbojevic plays down injury after pain-killing needle
Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic has insisted back spasms are not a threat to his ongoing fitness, after he was needled up at halftime of the loss to Penrith.
Freo coach perplexed at lack of spark in loss to Crows
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says he's troubled by the lack of intensity in a 39-point loss to Adelaide which leaves his club in early-season trouble.
Edwards scores four tries as Penrith flog Manly
Penrith have produced a 44-12 flogging of Manly, with fullback Dylan Edwards scoring four tries and Nathan Cleary dominating in the halves.
Roar beat Jets to keep ALM finals hopes alive
Brisbane's best player this season, Jay O'Shea, has risen to the occasion again in a 3-0 win over Newcastle to keep the Roar in touch with the ALM top six.
Former church youth worker charged with abusing teens
A former youth worker has been arrested over allegations he sexually abused two teenagers while in a position of authority in a Perth church.
Woman charged over fatal Good Friday collision
A woman has been charged over a fatal Good Friday collision while several people remain in a critical condition following a series of serious road accidents.
NSW avenge Super W grand final loss in style
NSW have jumped over Queensland to the top of the Super W Ladder after inflicting a first loss on Fijiana Drua, beating them. 31-5 in Sydney.
Man stable after escaping crocodile attack
A man is being treated for cuts to his head, shoulder and leg after he managed to escape an attack by a crocodile while spearfishing in far north Queensland.
Rodrigues Chico, Doran through to Stawell Gift semis
Dhruv Rodrigues Chico and Jake Doran are among the big names to advance to the Stawell Gift semi-finals.
Jack Wighton to Parramatta unlikely: Coach Brad Arthur
Parramatta appear unlikely to enter the race for Jack Wighton's signature after the Dally M Medallist informed Canberra he would test the open market.
Pledge to save bilby for next ten years
A partnership to save the bilby involving the Queensland government includes a breeding program as well as removing feral species and repairing habitats.
Holbrook backs new Titans spine to fire against Dragons
Having lost 32-18 to St George Illawarra in round two, Gold Coast aim to bounce back as two young guns get their first start of the season in key positions.
Gunman at large after man shot west of Brisbane
Police are hunting a gunman after a man was shot in a small town west of Brisbane with the victim airlifted to hospital in a serious condition.
Blake Lawrie a Dragons captain in waiting: Merrin
St George Illawarra prop Blake Lawrie has the pedigree, leadership quality and love of the club to lead the Dragons, says 2010 premiership winner Trent Merrin.
Webster wants Warriors to keep their eyes on the prize
Coach Andrew Webster says his high-flying side need to get past their slow starts in the NRL and keep improving as they prepare to tackle the Knights.
Wright sticks by Thorn as Reds lose Super Rugby way
Liam Wright has defended coach Brad Thorn after the Queensland Reds fell away in a loss to the ACT Brumbies that dropped them to 2-5 for the Super Rugby season.
Dutton says voice will be a ‘new arm of the government’
A voice to parliament will be a new arm of government, cost billions to run and need thousands of new public servants, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says.
Surfboarder rescues swimmer from drowning in rip
A swimmer has been rescued after being seen struggling to keep afloat in a dangerous rip.
Aussie players endure ‘scary’ tree fall at the Masters
Falling trees have left fans clambering for cover as lightning forced two suspensions of play at the Masters in Augusta, Georgia.