Nicholson leads Townsville to big WNBL win
The Townsville Fire have kicked off their WNBL season with a 36-point victory behind 35 points from Lauren Nicholson and 14 assists from Stephanie Reid
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United smash Phoenix in NBL derby
Melbourne United blitzed South East Melbourne after halftime to claim their fourth Throwdown derby in a row.
Snapshot of week one in the AFLW finals
A look at week one of the AFLW finals, with Melbourne, Brisbane, North Melbourne and Collingwood winning as Geelong and the Western Bulldogs were eliminated.
AFLW semi-finals clash with Matildas match
The AFLW have scneduled the two semi-finals for next Saturday afternoon, meaning a direct clash with the Matildas' friendly against Sweden.
Australia earn famous Hong Kong Sevens win
Australia's rugby 'misfits' have won the Hong Kong Sevens title, earning the nation's first triumph in the prestigious rugby festival since 1988.
Bagnaia wins maiden MotoGP world title
Italian Ducati rider Francesco Bagnaia has sealed the MotoGP world championship title at the Valencia Grand Prix, which was won by Alex Rins.
COP27 puts climate compensation on agenda
Delegates from more than 190 countries have kicked off the United Nations climate summit in Egypt with a deal to discuss compensating poor countries.
Samoa set up RLWC semi-final with England
Samoa will have a shot at Rugby League World Cup redemption against England after securing a semi-final berth with a 20-18 win over Tonga.
Rare ‘blood moon’ to excite skygazers
A total lunar eclipse where the moon will turn blood red is on the cards in a rare astronomical phenomenon that will not been seen again until 2025.
‘Broken’ immigration system to be reviewed
The federal government government has announced a review of Australia's immigration system, saying it is broken and is being exploited by criminals.
Scam bill to double in 12 months: Labor
Scammers are on track to rip off Australians to the tune of $4 billion this year, with authorities telling people to take time to check an offer or contact.
Conti, Tigers knew AFLW finals would come
After three barren seasons, Richmond have stormed into the AFLW top four and midfielder Monique Conti has been a massive reason for their breakout run of form.
Wade Graham completes new Sharks deal
Wade Graham has answered speculation over his future by agreeing to a new one-year deal with Cronulla for the 2023 NRL season.
Glory keen to down City’s ALM rich kids
Perth Glory will be out of their weight division when they take on Melbourne City on Saturday night, but coach Ruben Zadkovich says they'll be up for the fight.
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Qld residents assured on power supply
One of Queensland's newest coal power stations is slowly bringing half its generation units back online after a series of equipment failures this week.
Ship with COVID passengers to dock in Tas
At least 2000 passengers will arrive in Tasmania on the Coral Princess following a COVID-19 outbreak aboard the cruise ship.
PM slams campaign against IR bill
The prime minister has defended the multi-employer component of the workplace relations bill and raised questions about the companies gearing up to fight it.
Qld couple in court on baby murder charge
A couple charged with murder and torture over the death of a seven-month-old boy have had their matters heard in a Brisbane court.
Tyrrell’s foster mum acquitted of lying
William Tyrrell's foster mother has been acquitted of lying to the NSW Crime Commission about hitting a different child with a wooden spoon.
Diamonds emerge stronger from turbulence
The Diamonds have negotiated a messy off-court sponsorship saga expertly to refill a trophy cabinet that sat empty to begin the year.
Qantas confident in post-pandemic recovery
Qantas is returning to pre-COVID levels of service and Alan Joyce will remain as chief executive, the airline's chairman Richard Goyder has told shareholders.
Deadline looms for troubled Mackay Hospital
A Queensland hospital has until the close of business to respond to a show cause notice after a damning report into hospital care.
PM promises action on power price relief
The prime minister is promising to take action against energy companies that don't pass on massive profits to Australian households in the form of savings.
ASX flat, but on pace for 1pct weekly gain
The local share market was treading water at midday, but was still set to close the week around one per cent higher after strong gains earlier this week.
RBA outlines gloomier outlook for economy
The Reserve Bank of Australia sees inflation peaking higher, slower growth and a higher jobless rate as economic challenges intensify.
Rennie ready for the ‘world’s best’ team
Wallabies' coach Dave Rennie has hailed France as "the world's best" team as the hosts named a powerful outfit for the eagerly-awaited Paris Test.
English coach lauds Wallam’s influence
England's netball coach has always been a fan of Donnell Wallam and hopes she can now push on with her career after a debut series clouded in controversy.
New maternity care standard aims to reduce tragic risk of stillbirth
A new national stillbirth clinical care standard will be launched in Brisbane, aiming to reduce the risks and break the stigma.
Robodebt scheme told to ‘cease and desist’
A royal commission into the illegal robodebt scheme was told the Australian Tax Office ordered the Department of Human Services to stop using taxpayer data.
Walker inquest to visit Yuendumu
The Northern Territory inquest into the shooting of Indigenous teenager Kumanjayi Walker will visit Yuendumu later this month.
Native food potential mapped across Aust
The mapping of Australia's entire landscape to show where more than 170 native foods grow best can help grow commercial production, researchers say.