Slater: Premature to make Ponga Origin call just yet
Queensland coach Billy Slater says plenty can happen before selectors must decide whether Kalyn Ponga holds onto the State of Origin fullback position.
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Star Fyfe returns as sub for Dockers’ clash with Hawks
Veteran Fremantle star Nat Fyfe will make a low-key return to the AFL after being named as sub against Hawthorn for his first game in seven weeks.
Suspended jail term for man after violent rampage
Jayden Aoese Sale, 20, has received a suspended five year jail term after stabbing accomplished artist Adis Fejzic during a "rampage of violent offending".
NRL not trying to silence Phil Gould: CEO Andrew Abdo
The NRL has warned Canterbury that Phil Gould mustn't comment on matters under review in his role as a pundit, but denies trying to silence the footy boss.
UN says violence must stop for sake of Sudan’s children
The United Nations has warned of the devastating toll violence in Sudan is taking on children as fierce fighting persists despite another truce agreement.
Wagner Group quits Bakhmut citing heavy losses, no ammo
The head of Russia's military company Wagner Group says his forces will leave Bakhmut in days, saying a lack of ammunition left them "doomed to perish".
No Hindley but Vine could shine for Aussies at the Giro
Jai Hindley has passed up the chance to defend his Giro d'Italia crown but there's still lots of Australian interest in the great Italian tour's 106th edition.
Call on Las Vegas NRL pre-season games is imminent
CEO Andrew Abdo says the NRL will make a definitive call within weeks on whether to take two games to Las Vegas next season.
Walters’ tough love behind Broncos’ rise: Cartwright
Brisbane assistant coach John Cartwright, formerly head coach at Gold Coast, says the NRL club's resurgence is due to Kevin Walters staying true to his vision.
Short-term budget bounce but long-term pressures remain
A temporary boost to the budget bottom line will be welcome but fast-growing spending is likely to keep pressure on federal government finances.
Julia Gutman wins Archibald with Montaigne portrait
Julia Gutman has won the $100,000 Archibald Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in Australian art, with her portrait of singer-songwriter Montaigne.
Brisbane ready to tackle Carlton’s twin towers
Brisbane will have to deal with Carlton twin towers Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay on Friday night, with defender Jack Payne likely to get a big job.
Albanese steps around republic debate before coronation
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has urged Australians to respect institutions such as the royal family while praising King Charles' concerns about the future.
Australian in Sudan told ‘no baby passport, no return’
An Australian woman stuck in Sudan with her eight-month-old baby says she's been told they can't come home unless the child has a passport.
People’s priest Father Bob made world ‘a better place’
Father Bob Maguire has been mourned at a state funeral, with close friends and family remembering his social justice work and sense of humour.
Bennett’s ’12 commandments’ key to 900 games at top
A 34-year-old document titled The Broncos Creed, recently unearthed by Brisbane great Steve Renouf, provided the basis for Wayne Bennett's ongoing NRL success.
Assange backers buoyed as PM says ‘enough is enough’
Comments by Australia's prime minister and opposition leader on Julian Assange's fate send a strong signal to the US, supporters of the WikiLeaks founder say.
ANZ delivers record gains but warns of challenges ahead
Australia's third-largest bank has delivered a strong performance for the six months to March but warned of a difficult six months ahead.
Premier highlights social media’s role in youth crime
Young people boasting about crimes on social media can lead to copycats, and platforms have a role to play in moderating posts, the Queensland premier says.
State Libs urge Dutton to stay out of exiled MP ‘mess’
The Victorian Liberals say an intervention from the federal party is unnecessary after an exiled MP announced plans for legal action against senior figures.
Reds trust fitness ahead of ‘physical’ Super W final
Reds coach Simon Craig has indicated his side's fitness growth over the Super W season will be the point of difference in a final against Fijiana Drua.
Contest brews over sport versus politics for voice vote
The 'yes' and 'no' campaigns for an Indigenous voice in the constitution are going head-to-head over whether sporting codes should join the debate.
Pressure builds on Greens to back $10b housing fund
The Greens have been urged to support the government's $10 billion housing fund, which guarantees 1200 affordable and social homes to each state and territory.
Bird flies back to NSW nest as Blues reclaim their own
Jackson Bird will move to NSW in the Sheffield Shield as the struggling state tries to bring their homegrown talent back into their men's and women's teams.
Frustrated Hardwick feels for Richmond faithful
Coach Damien Hardwick says it's too early to write off the Tigers' 2023 AFL season, insisting Richmond have the talent and capability to make a charge.
Kris keeps Savage at bay in Raiders’ fullback battle
Canberra and Canterbury will clash in NRL's Magic Round, with makeshift fullback Sebastian Kris maintaining that job despite young gun Xavier Savage's return.
Mulga Bore bringing red centre glam rock to Melbourne
The Mulga Bore Hard Rock Band - and their make-up - are the star attractions of the Indigenous arts and culture festival Yirramboi, which starts in Melbourne.
Cartwright coaches Broncos as flu strikes Walters
Brisbane assistant coach John Cartwright led training on Thursday and says the team will cope against Manly if coach Kevin Walters has to stay home with flu.
Don’t write off ‘not normal’ Trbojevic: coach Seibold
Jake Trbojevic's calf injury is forecast to rule him out of the State of Origin opener but his Manly coach says the Blues forward could recover in time to play.
Corica pleads with Sydney fans to cancel derby boycott
Sydney FC boss Steve Corica would love nothing more than for his club's supporters to withdraw their boycott ahead of this weekend's derby with the Wanderers.
Man jailed for impersonating, stealing from father
James Howard Tanks has been jailed after impersonating his father to gain access to his bank account and then spending almost $200,000 on drugs.