Haas rules himself out of RL World Cup
Brisbane prop Payne Haas won the club's player of the year award for a fourth time and then confirmed he was sitting out the Rugby League World Cup.
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Ukraine calls for more Bushmasters
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has met her Ukrainian counterpart in New York, where a request for further Australian military assistance was made.
Virgin to shoot for stars from Toowoomba
An agreement between Virgin Orbit and the owners of Wellcamp Airport in Toowoomba could transform southern Queensland into a hub for satellite launch services.
Clarkson refutes AFL racism claims
Alastair Clarkson says he refutes claims of racism while at Hawthorn as the AFL forms an independent panel to investigate the allegations.
Refugees end up in climate disaster zones
Refugees who've fled war and persecution frequently wind up in the crosshairs of natural disasters fuelled by climate change, a Brisbane conference has heard.
Bankwest to close east coast branches
About 120 staff members are expected to be affected when Bankwest closes its remaining non-West Australian branches by the end of October.
The motto driving Cowboys NRL title quest
North Queensland have won key NRL games this year in the final moments but key players have revealed ahead of the preliminary final that it is not by chance.
AMP fined $14.5 million over super fees
Five AMP companies have been fined $14.5 million after the organisation was found to have charged members fees for services they were not receiving.
How Cowboys’ youth revamped Taumalolo
Jason Taumalolo doesn't cherry-pick moments on the field but North Queensland's booming youth has unlocked a targeted and impact-oriented approach to his game.
Mining technology start-ups to share $21m
Australia's green bank is investing $21 million into clean mining technology so the key resources sector doesn't miss out on the benefits of cutting emissions.
Ukraine enters lands abandoned by Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will use a video address to the UN General Assembly to call on countries to accelerate weapons and aid deliveries.
Kikau warned he’ll cop it from Souths fans
Viliame Kikau will be public enemy No.1 with South Sydney fans, with Rabbitohs players predicting the Penrith star will cop it over last year's infamous video.
Woodchipper death ‘didn’t make sense’
The owner of the property where Bruce Saunders' body was found in a woodchipper says it didn't make sense after asking questions about the horrific death.
Panthers eye Cleary protection from Souths
South Sydney have made no secret of their plan to get physical with Nathan Cleary, as the Panthers work out how best to protect their chief attacking weapon.
Mule laundered cash via jewellers, cafe
A man has admitted involvement in laundering more than half a million dollars through Brisbane businesses after using stolen identities to set up accounts.
Cat Stanley raring for key Hickey match-up
Geelong ruckman Rhys Stanley is feeling fit, confident and raring to go head-to-head with Sydney ruck and close mate Tom Hickey in the AFL grand final.
Region can ward off ‘climate carnage’
Leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region have gathered in Brisbane to work out how to limit the death and destruction future natural diasters will deliver.
Fuel relief to end amid price spike fears
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has confirmed a temporary fuel excise cut will end next week but he doesn't expect prices to spike.
AFL pushing Magic Round concept for 2023
The AFL is considering an extra set of matches in 2023, with multiple states vying to host the competition's version of the NRL's Magic Round.
Spit hood ban is the right decision says Queensland Police
Queensland police say the decision to ban the use of controversial spit hoods in watch-houses was in direct response to community concerns.
Vic to trial COVID nasal spray treatment
A COVID-19 nasal spray designed to reduce a person's viral load will undergo a six-month clinical trial in Victoria.
Treasurer reveals $50b budget turnaround
Jim Chalmers has revealed government finances were better than expected for the previous financial year but foreshadowed tough decisions in his first budget.
Cats’ Dangerfield eyes elusive AFL flag
Patrick Dangerfield is still chasing a first AFL flag but the 2016 Brownlow medallist is determined not to overthink his second grand final with Geelong.
In-form keeper Langerak back in Cup mix
A long-time Socceroos deputy, goalkeeper Mitch Langerak is suddenly eyeing minutes in November's World Cup after reversing a decision to retire.
Essendon captain Dyson Heppell re-signs
Essendon captain Dyson Heppell is staying at Tullamarine, turning down interest from Gold Coast to sign a one-year deal to remain with the Bombers.
Qld police task force reviews DNA evidence
Queensland Police has established a task force to review DNA testing from evidence, as a report into the state's forensic lab is handed down.
NRL’s Papali’i takes in All Blacks wisdom
Parramatta's Isaiah Papali'i is relying on some wise words from two ex-All Blacks skippers to help him propel the Eels into the NRL grand final.
Guptill heads NZ squad for T20 World Cup
New Zealand coach Gary Stead is taking 13 players from last year's T20 World Cup to Australia for the 2022 event as they seek to avenge their final defeat.
Souths’ Johnston in late NRL fitness test
South Sydney winger Alex Johnston concedes he won't know if he can play in Saturday's preliminary final against Penrith until the last minute.
Miers thriving in star Cats forward line
Whether he gets the glory or not, Gryan Miers plays his role for Geelong knowing he's not the "only man in the arena" in a star-studded Cats forward line.
Mitchell thriving on attention from haters
Latrell Mitchell claims knowing his haters are watching his NRL finals run closely is helping him thrive, embracing the pressure since his move to South Sydney.