‘No jobs in the bush’ myth busted but housing critical
The regional jobs market is booming at three times the metropolitan rate but the lack of housing, health care and education remains a major barrier.
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Dragons land NZ sevens gold medallist Nathan-Wong
NZ sevens star Tyla Nathan-Wong will switch codes and join St George Illawarra in the NRLW while Corban Baxter and Brydie Parker return for the Sydney Roosters.
Releasing son only ‘selfish’ call of Arthur’s tenure
Coach Brad Arthur has breathed a sigh of relief after releasing his son Jake, who was the victim of booing and social media abuse during his time at the Eels.
‘Fittest at club’ Sailor earns Broncos NRL chance
Regarded as the fittest man at the club, Tristan Sailor will join his father as a Brisbane NRL player when he wears the No.1 against the Warriors on Saturday.
Old foes Gilbert, Fifita now Maroons brothers in arms
Tom Gilbert and David Fifita enjoyed a ferocious north-south Brisbane rivalry as junior players but now they are united for a common cause.
Pittonet deal not linked to De Koning future: Voss
Carlton coach Michael Voss is adamant ruckman Marc Pittonet's new four-year deal isn't linked to out-of-contract tall Tom De Koning's future at the AFL club.
NSW’s Mitchell keen to silence Maroons’ Origin boasts
Latrell Mitchell is eager to prove that State of Origin means as much to NSW as it does Queensland.
Luai becomes NSW’s shock option as back-up dummy-half
NSW five-eighth Jarome Luai could end up filling in for Apisai Koroisau at dummy-half in State of Origin I, emerging as the Blues option to spell the hooker.
Lyon tried to lure McQualter back to St Kilda
Richmond caretaker coach Andrew McQualter's sliding doors moment could have landed him back at St Kilda as an assistant to Ross Lyon this season.
Hynes’ mother can attend State of Origin opener
Nicho Hynes' is hopeful his mother can be in Adelaide for his Origin debut, after lawyers confirmed her parole conditions do not prevent interstate travel.
All signs point to lower economic growth than usual
The national economy is tracking toward a contraction in activity, with the patchy performance expected to continue into next year.
Indigenous teen’s murder accused plead not guilty
Three men and a woman have pleaded not guilty to the bashing murder of Indigenous teen Cassius Turvey and been committed to stand trial in the Supreme Court.
Australian shares on track for third day of losses
The local bourse was down 0.5 per cent at midday, as debt ceiling talks continue in the United States with no sign of an imminent resolution.
Albanese, Modi seek to score runs on migration, energy
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Indian counterpart Narendra Modi have agreed to work together on people-to-people links and clean energy.
Nikita Tszyu motivated by success of boxing brother Tim
Ahead of his fight in Melbourne against Benjamin Bommber, Nikita Tszyu says his champion older brother Tim is providing a blue-print for his own boxing career.
Man hit by car after ‘scorned lover ordered attack’
Majok Chol Majok has been charged with attempted murder after a "scorned lover" allegedly ordered an attack on her ex-boyfriend on the night of their break-up.
More than 40,000 modern slaves trapped in Australia
At least 50 million people are trapped as modern slaves in exploitative work or marriage conditions across the world, with about 40,000 in Australia alone.
Entertainer and sexual predator Rolf Harris dead at 93
Rolf Harris was a multi-talented entertainer whose long career was destroyed by the sexual predator in his dark core.
Plibersek demands ‘extreme’ action to save ancient fish
An ancient fish that's suffered under the pressures of salmon farming could be the first to go extinct under federal environment laws, a hearing has been told.
Geelong young guns Holmes, Clark cut down by injury
Geelong are hopeful of regaining Max Holmes after the mid-season bye, but there's no timeline for the return of Jhye Clark after he suffered a foot injury.
Broad relishing chance to do battle again with Warner
Stuart Broad will be 37 during the Ashes series but still burns with competitive fire and is looking forward to bowling again at Australian opener David Warner.
Clashes reported on second day of Sudan ceasefire deal
While there was a relative lull in violence since the start of a ceasefire, clashes are still being reported in Sudan where aid is still thin on the ground.
Indigenous voice an ‘unknown risk’: ex-PM Morrison
Former prime minister Scott Morrison has spoken out against the Indigenous voice in federal parliament, calling it an unknown risk.
Riewoldt expects Hardwick to coach again in AFL
Richmond veteran Jack Riewoldt says it would be a shame if his long-time coach Damien Hardwick does not return to a senior role in the AFL.
Maroons concede there’s no way to stop Payne Haas
Brisbane teammates Tom Flegler and Pat Carrigan have conceded there's no way for them to completely nullify NSW rival Payne Haas in State of Origin.
Treasurer flags rent cap amid ‘tough’ Vic budget sell
Treasurer Tim Pallas has faced the business community to sell his "tough" Victorian budget amid concerns a land tax levy will further inflame the rental crisis.
Stress disorder link to poor gut health among veterans
Veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder are more likely to undergo medical procedures for gut-related health problems, new research suggests.
Lead detective reveals he is a sexual assault survivor
The lead investigator of Brittany Higgins' rape allegations has disclosed his personal experience as a sexual assault survivor to an independent inquiry.
Russia says cross-border attack from Ukraine crushed
The governor of Russia's Belgorod region says anti-terrorism measures he introduced after a cross-border attack from Ukraine have been lifted.
Andrew Moloney loses title fight on late KO
Australian Andrew Moloney suffered a 12th-round KO loss to Japan's unbeaten Junto Nakatani as they fought for the vacant WBO junior bantamweight world title.
Ponga to win Queensland No.1 jersey for Origin opener
Queensland coach Billy Slater is set to name Kalyn Ponga at fullback for State of Origin I, with Tom Flegler and David Fifita likely to be recalled to the pack.