Addo-Carr declares his World Cup mission
Canterbury winger Josh Addo-Carr regards representing Australia at the World Cup as the pinnacle of the game and wants to achieve the one thing he has not done
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Flood warnings for central and coastal NSW
A small town in central NSW has been cut off by floodwaters as a low pressure system is forecast to deliver widespread showers across much of the state.
Ex ice addict welcomes Perrottet reforms
Offering counselling to people caught with small amounts of drugs could help users kick their addictions, a recovering addict says.
Croft ‘regains love’ for rugby league
Former Melbourne and Brisbane NRL five-eighth Brodie Croft says he has regained his love of rugby league after being named the 2022 Super League's best player.
Aussie Smith an ‘outside the box’ SL coach
Leeds CEO Gary Hetherington says Australian Rohan Smith got the Leeds coaching job because he was able to think "outside the box."
Glory avoid dreaded five-month road stint
Perth Glory will use Macedonia Park as a temporary home venue this season after being left dudded by a delay to the upgrade of HBF Park.
Ukraine wants Russia stripped of UN veto
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia should be stripped of its UN Security Council veto.
Fagan rejects AFL racism claims
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has followed Alastair Clarkson in denying claims of racism during the pair's time at Hawthorn, and has welcomed an AFL investigation.
Roos must make use of firepower: Cahill
Tim Cahill hopes the Socceroos' next generation of firepower is used more effectively than it was during a barren campaign in Russia four years ago.
NSW floods start of ‘very long season’
Floods and storms across NSW are the "start of a very long season" for residents and emergency services alike, authorities say.
Australia remembers tireless servant Queen
Australians have reflected on the life of service and duty by the Queen at events across the country, including a national memorial service in Canberra.
Lockdowns hit happiness more than cases
Lockdowns throughout the pandemic affected the mental health of Australians, particularly men, more than hearing rising case numbers, a new study shows.
Swain cops six-week ban for Tupaea offence
Wallabies forward Darcy Swain will miss Australia's next three Tests over the ugly incident that ended the season of All Blacks centre Quinn Tupaea.
Iran curbs internet access amid protests
Iran has curbed access to Instagram and WhatsApp amid protests over the death of a woman in police custody, residents and internet watchdog NetBlocks say.
Driver charged over WA hit-and-run crash
A man faces a raft of charges over an alleged hit-and run incident south of Perth that left a woman with serious injuries.
Australia condemns Putin’s nuclear threat
The Australian government has condemned the Russian president's threat to use nuclear weapons, as Canberra considers additional military aid for Ukraine.
Stranded pilot whales rescued in Tasmania
Almost 200 stranded pilot whales have died on Tasmania's West Coast, but 32 survivors have been returned to the ocean.
Geelong locals push Cats to AFL success
Geelong-born and bred players such as Jack Henry, Jed Bews and Tom Atkins are helping drive the Cats' push for a fourth AFL premiership since 2007.
Nicholls still not ready to exit Souths
Mark Nicholls convinced himself last summer it was OK to leave South Sydney because he still had a whole NRL season before exiting. But he is still not ready.
Public holiday havoc hits major airports
Dozens of flights have been cancelled at Sydney Airport as many gear up for AFL Grand Final weekend, with high winds and heavy rainfall hitting the east coast.
Meninga makes stand over Kangaroos loyalty
Australian coach Mal Meninga only wants players in his Kangaroos squad who believe in the cause and not those 'umming and aahing' over their loyalty
Cats ready for Franklin, Papley AFL tests
Geelong's defenders are ready to tackle Sydney's star-studded forward line in the AFL grand final, including superstar Lance Franklin and gun small Tom Papley.
Impact of late Queen ‘exceeds expectation’
Governor-General David Hurley led Australia's national memorial for the Queen in Canberra, with the prime minister and opposition leader also paying tribute.
Swans axe McDonald for AFL grand final
Sydney have dumped young forward Logan McDonald for the AFL grand final but named Sam Reid, while Geelong have included Max Holmes in their team.
Increase in Victorian euthanasia deaths
The number of voluntary assisted deaths in Victoria increased by about one third in 2021-22 with a report finding the law is operating as intended.
Leilua, Taulagi bromance is part of Cowboys finals charge
The saunas and banter 'bromance' between North Queensland's Luciano Leilua and Murray Taulagi has helped fire the club to the brink of NRL glory.
Souths confirm NRL Homebush stay in 2023
South Sydney have confirmed they won't be moving to Allianz Stadium for the 2023 NRL season, instead remaining at Accor Stadium.
Murder accused ‘sought insurance letter’
A woman on trial for her ex-partner's murder asked a friend to say they were still together "because of the insurance", a Brisbane court has been told.
NSW govt’s $500m response to ice inquiry
Drug users in NSW will have more opportunities to get help before ending up in jail, as part of the government's long-awaited $500m response to the ice inquiry.
Indigenous Hawk great Burgoyne in shock
Hawthorn's Indigenous great Shaun Burgoyne says he was unaware of any racism claims during his decorated playing career at the AFL club.
DCE opens up on Manly ‘agendas’
Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans says there are people at the club trying to rip it apart and has slammed what he says are personal attacks against him.