Perry makes statement in WBBL thriller
Ellyse Perry has starred with bat and ball in the Sydney Sixers' thrilling WBBL win over Brisbane, making an early statement in the national selection race.
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England unleash Dom Young in RLWC opener
Newcastle Knights' powerhouse winger Dom Young is one of six NRL players to be unleashed by England in their World Cup opener against Samoa.
Kherson civilians urged to flee to Russia
A Moscow-installed official in Ukraine's southern Kherson region has suggested residents leave for Russia for their own safety.
Running out of petrol: Electric car sales up 65%
Electric car sales are soaring in Australia, according to the latest State of EV report, but one state is outperforming the others.
Webb’s Games wish to ‘shake up’ golf
A fierce critic of the "fracturing" LIV Golf Series, Karrie Webb has other ideas to shake up the sport after earning a Sport Australia Hall of Fame berth.
Consultation ‘oversight’ in clinic closure
An inquest into the death of Indigenous teenager Kumanjayi Walker has been told Aboriginal health staff should have been consulted over an evacuation decision.
Rookie Dolphins halfback, 18, wants to be NRL’s youngest ever No.7
Isaiya Katoa has his sights on debuting for Wayne Bennett's Dolphins in their inaugural NRL match, hoping to be the youngest No.7 to start a season in 15 years.
Australia ends mandatory COVID isolation
It's no longer necessary for people with COVID-19 to isolate, with Australian authorities scrapping rules which have been in place for years.
Brittany Higgins’ final day in witness box
Brittany Higgins has finished providing evidence in an emotional cross-examination, saying her former colleague physically violated her in Parliament House.
Saints sack Ratten in stunning AFL move
St Kilda have sacked coach Brett Ratten, less than 100 days after they gave him a two-year contract extension, and after the club had a poor end to the season.
Child sex offender admits grooming teens
A "persistent" child sex offender had pictures of naked girls in sexual positions when he was searched by police while banned from contact with children.
No pride in Manly-Hasler falling out
Manly were adamant they would overcome their pride jersey saga but instead it became the catalyst for the exit of coach Des Hasler from the NRL club.
Tonga’s Fifita set to hit top gear at RLWC
David Fifita is poised to take his devastating talents onto the international stage with Tonga after an impressive debut.
Familiar challenge looms for Seibold
As Des Hasler's expected successor, Anthony Seibold has the challenge of not only uniting Manly but securing on-field success quickly at the NRL club.
Borthwick named first Canberra NRLW coach
Current Parramatta NRLW assistant coach Darrin Borthwick has been named the inaugural head coach of Canberra's women's side.
Manly could count the cost of Hasler axing
Manly face a battle to keep star players happy after axing Des Hasler, with a long negotiation still looming over the veteran coach's exit fee.
Brisbane dam releases water in flood plans
The Queensland government has authorised Wivenhoe Dam operators to release drinking water into the Brisbane River in preparation for possible floods.
Queensland minister apologies for slur
Queensland agriculture minister Mark Furner has "unreservedly apologised" for making a "dopey, stupid woman" comment in parliament.
CA consider lifting Warner’s captaincy ban
David Warner could be handed a leadership lifeline with Cricket Australia to consider rewriting its code of ethics.
AFLW flag success won’t define Pearce
Melbourne star Daisy Pearce has enjoyed a decorated AFLW career but is still searching for a premiership in what could be her final season.
Qld hospital reviews staff complaints
Queensland Health Minister Yvette D'Ath supports the Caboolture Hospital commissioning a review of its staff complaints process.
Woman who chopped up partner seeks parole
The Queensland Parole Board will hear a parole application by Lindy Yvonne Williams, jailed in 2018 for murdering her partner.
Brutal dressing down at Centrelink inquiry
Public hearings into the robodebt scandal are fast approaching but the royal commission is still waiting for a stack of important documents.
Budgets ‘best buffer’ to global recession
Headwinds facing the global economy require a coordinated international response, Jim Chalmers has told at a meeting of central bank and economic officials.
Ruby Princess’s COVID-19 source disputed
Carnival and Princess Cruise Lines claim there was "a small, well-managed influenza outbreak" on the Ruby Princess before it set sail on its deadly cruise.
New standards for more connected energy
New rules and technical standards for home and business energy systems are being developed as regulators catch up with consumers and technology.
Incoming Star CEO plans to ‘rebuild trust’
Incoming CEO at Star Entertainment Group Robbie Cooke has vowed to "rebuild trust" as he steps into the top job at the embattled gaming company.
Vic homes under threat from major flooding
Hundreds of low-lying properties in central Victoria are under threat from major flooding, with residents in danger told to evacuate.
Qld man jailed over child abuse material
A 30-year-old man will serve at least eight years behind bars after being convicted over child abuse material found on his phone and computer.
Qantas to boost wages, expects $1b profit
Qantas says it will boost worker pay by 10 per cent after a "remarkable turnaround" to profitability due to strong travel demand.
Report charts ‘terrifying’ wildlife losses
A global report that keeps tabs on thousands of wildlife species has exposed the scale of life lost in roughly half a human life span.