Irish pair add pace to Lions’ AFL backline
Irish recruits Darragh Joyce and Conor McKenna believe they can offer the Lions' backline a point of difference after joining forces in Brisbane.
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Sevens captain hopes to help Jones’ raid
Australia captain Henry Hutchison hopes rugby sevens can assist with and then benefit from Eddie Jones' attempts to raid the best young NRL talent.
Garbo who killed elderly woman spared jail
A garbage truck driver who hit and killed an 83-year-old woman has been spared jail, after a judge found his driving exemplary apart from momentary inattention.
Qld govt keen on Copperstring takeover
The Queensland government has indicated it will take over a 1000-kilometre high voltage electricity transmission network in the northwest of the state.
Electric Uber rides double in six months
Uber has revealed Australians are taking twice as many electric car rides as they were six months ago amid plans to design its own vehicles.
Petrified witnesses to give video evidence
The thought of giving evidence in front of a serial sex offender at his Brisbane committal hearing has "petrified" witnesses, a court has heard.
Broker jailed for stealing clients’ shares
Former Queensland stockbroker Roderick George Halligan stole $1.2 million in shares from clients and used fake documents to conceal the thefts for 12 years.
Paul extends dream Australian Open run
Tommy Paul has steadied after dropping the third set to beat fellow American Ben Shelton and advance to his first grand slam semi-final at the Australian Open.
Thunder book BBL finals spot with MCG win
The Sydney Thunder endured some nervous moments before securing a BBL finals spot, staggering to a three-wicket win against Melbourne Stars at the MCG.
Wildlife service calls for duck hunt ban
Wildlife Victoria has joined calls for the state to ban duck hunting as the Andrews government weighs up the move before a new season announcement.
Ramsey out as Dragons suffer NRL blow
Fullback Cody Ramsey has been ruled out for the entire NRL season, delivering St George Illawarra a crushing blow.
Cairns Taipans in NBL pride round drama
Cairns Taipans have chosen not to wear the themed NBL pride round uniforms after some players who voiced concerns over the initiative were subjected to abuse.
Women awarded for ‘hush-hush’ code cracks
Three women nearing their 100th birthdays have been recognised for their top-secret war-time code cracking in a Brisbane garage.
Adopted Aussie mixes agriculture, politics
An animal nutritionist and treasurer of the Nationals has been recognised for her services to agriculture and politics in the 2023 Australia Day Honours List.
Pioneer, mainstay among political honours
Former NSW MP Pru Goward and ex-senator Margaret Reynolds are among those recognised for their service to politics in the Australia Day Honours List.
Local heroes centre stage on Australia Day
The Australia Day Honours List has been released, with many community leaders recognised alongside iconic Australians including the late singer Archie Roach.
Djokovic eases past Rublev into Open semis
Novak Djokovic has brushed past Andrey Rublev in straight sets and is in ominous form ahead of facing Tommy Paul in his 10th Australian Open semi-final.
Phoenix grind out crucial win over Taipans
South East Melbourne Phoenix have closed in on a top-six finish after scraping past Cairns Taipans for a third win in a row.
Russia launches air attacks on Ukraine
Russia has targeted critical infrastructure with missile strikes since October, causing blackouts and other outages during the bitter winter in Ukraine.
All-Belarusian final still live at Open
Aryna Sabalenka and Victoria Azarenka could play an all-Belarusian Australian Open final but have difficult hurdles in the way.
Thunder set sights on BBL finals run
Returning allrounder Jason Sangha has faith the Sydney Thunder can cause some surprises in the BBL finals after locking in their top-five spot.
Mission for Aussies to love their bodies
Taryn Brumfitt will use her platform as Australian of the Year to teach one million school children about body positivity.
Protests and ceremonies mark Australia Day
Australia Day events have been held across the nation while Indigenous protesters have called for a renewed focus on treaty.
Dating apps told to put safety over swipes
Dating app companies could be subject to a legally enforceable industry code of conduct if they do not take concrete steps to improve the safety of users.
Hefty pay rises required to beat inflation
The soaring cost of living is leaving wages for dust, with workers needing generous pay rises to outpace inflation.
Flawless Diamonds take Quad Series win
Australia's Diamonds have underlined their global netball supremacy with an unbeaten Quad Series win, ending with a 56-50 final triumph over New Zealand.
PM poses one question on Indigenous voice
The prime minister has asked one question of opponents of an Indigenous voice to parliament as Australians look toward a referendum.
Bail denied for son accused of Qld kidnap
The son of a missing Gold Coast woman has been denied bail in a Brisbane court after being charged with offences including kidnapping and assault.
Taipans defy NBL pride jersey backlash
Cairns coach Adam Forde insists his team is supportive of the NBL's inaugural pride round, despite their decision not to wear the one-off jersey.
Landmark shines amid celebrations, rallies
Sydneysiders are celebrating a sunny Australia Day but thousands have also rallied for Indigenous causes amid calls for the abolition of the national holiday.
Elon Musk claims his tweets boost Tesla
Tesla boss Elon Musk has defended his social media use in a call with investors, saying more car brands should use Twitter to interest buyers.