Roberts-Smith’s lawyer says witnesses lied
Ben Roberts-Smith's lawyer says evidence given against him had not established any of the grave allegations made by the newspapers he is suing for defamation.
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Jail for ‘horrific’ rape, imprisonment
Robert Wilson has been jailed for more than 22 years for holding a woman he was dating captive in his home, and violently raping and beating her over five days.
Porsche’s piece of practicality
Not satisfied with producing one of the fastest electric vehicles on the planet, Porsche has extended its Taycan range to include a dose of practicality.
Morrison pushed for boat statement: report
A damning report has been released into the Morrison government's decision to publicise an asylum seeker boat intercept on election day.
Hunt breathes fire into united Dragons
Inspirational halfback Ben Hunt has scored two first-half tries to help under-fire St George Illawarra to a crucial 20-6 NRL win over Manly.
Hasler wants answers on penalty count
Des Hasler wants to speak with NRL referees' boss Jared Maxwell over a lopsided penalty count in Manly's crucial 20-6 loss to St George Illawarra.
Roosters down Knights, move into top eight
The Sydney Roosters enjoyed a comfortable win over Newcastle, despite missing three key players.
Militants attack Mali’s main military base
Mali's military says Katiba Macina militants attacked an army base, killing one soldier and wounding six people.
Leeds, Palace draw in feisty Perth clash
Seven players were booked as Premier League sides Leeds United and Crystal Palace concluded their pre-season campaigns in Australia with a 1-1 draw in Perth.
Tigers, Dockers play out bizarre AFL draw
Richmond have made it three-straight thrillers, this time playing in the first draw of the AFL season against Fremantle at Marvel Stadium.
Grain deal threat as Russia strikes Odessa
An hours-old deal to unblock grain exports from Ukraine has been placed in jeopardy after Russian missiles struck the key Black Sea port of Odessa.
Tigers’ best still good enough: Hardwick
Richmond coach Damien Hardwick is keeping the faith in his Tigers despite a costly draw against Fremantle that could see them drop out of the top-eight.
Tyrell Sloan an option again for Dragons
Tyrell Sloan could be brought back into the NRL this season by St George Illawarra after fullback Cody Ramsey suffered an ugly knee injury.
Gagai avoids ban as Knights wait on Ponga
Newcastle's Dane Gagai has avoided a ban for abusing a NRL referee, but the Knights have bigger issues in fullback Kalyn Ponga.
Wild weather cruels Byron music festival
A wild weather system battering Australia's east coast is moving south after one man died when a car was washed away in floodwaters on Friday morning.
New jabs needed that stop infections: WHO
The WHO says coronavirus jabs do not decisively reduce the spread of COVID-19 and new vaccines, including those administered as nasal sprays, are needed.
Lee Kernaghan on the road for concert doco
Country singer Lee Kernaghan is celebrating his 30-year career with a part concert, part road trip documentary, Boy from the Bush.
Australia lags on long COVID recognition
Australia's peak physiotherapy body is calling for more action on long COVID as the nation grapples with a third wave of virus cases.
Barber wins second javelin world title
Australia's Kelsey-Lee Barber has won a second straight javelin world title with another clutch performance in Eugene.
Gumboots galore at Byron music festival
A weather system hitting the Queensland and northern NSW coast has eased as it moves south, while Byron Bay festival organisers call for patience.
Govt foot and mouth response ‘flat-footed’
The federal opposition has again criticised the government's response to the threat of foot and mouth disease entering Australia after an outbreak in Indonesia.
Bannon convicted of US Congress contempt
Steve Bannon has been convicted of contempt charges for defying a congressional subpoena from the House committee probing the riot at the US Capitol.
Momentum the key for Cowboys: Payten
Todd Payten hopes a strong performance against Wests Tigers can harness momentum for North Queensland as they prepare to tackle the back end of the season.
Patient registry for genetic disorder
Australia is set to launch the world's first patient registry for Haemochromatosis, a genetic disorder where the body absorbs dangerous levels of iron.
Coalition told to apologise over boat saga
Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil says the public servants who refused efforts to politicise an asylum seeker boat arrival on election day are "patriots".
Giants ruckman Preuss to retain hard edge
GWS ruckman Braydon Preuss has already copped three suspensions this year, but he is being urged to retain his aggressive approach.
Spike in racism compels national strategy
A spike in attacks on Asian, Jewish, Muslim and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people has highlighted the need for a national plan to fight racism.
House prices slump to be offset by rates
As house prices across Australia drop, first home buyers are being urged to act fast before interest rate hikes make borrowing more expensive.
Holbrook urges discipline in Bulldog fight
Justin Holbrook has urged his Gold Coast players not to let talk of Canterbury seeking retribution on Tino Fa'asuamaleaui get the better of them.
Japan bullet train a ‘dream’: NSW Premier
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet boarded the bullet train from Tokyo to Hiroshima during his Asia trade mission, as travel troubles continue to bubble at home.
Canberra comeback saves 2022 NRL campaign
Canberra have recovered from a 14-0 deficit to beat the Warriors 26-14 at GIO Stadium, saving their 2022 NRL season in the process.