Greeks get RLWC reward for persistence
Greece have faced a long and arduous journey to their first-ever Rugby League World Cup, which kicks-off with a challenging match against 2025 hosts France.
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Moloney boxing twins aim for world titles
The Moloney twins, Jason and Andrew, are chasing world title fights after wins in Melbourne while Cherneka Johnson has defended her IBF world title.
Hooper returns to Wallabies fold for tour
Veteran flanker Michael Hooper will join the Wallabies on their spring tour after returning from personal leave, but the captaincy will stay with James Slipper.
ADF called in to help flood-hit Victoria
The ADF has been called in to help flood victims in Victoria, with authorities predicting more than 7500 proprieties could be affected.
Sixers reclaim status as WBBL heavyweights
Last season's wooden-spooners the Sydney Sixers have won three straight to set their WBBL season off with a bang, ending the opening weekend top of the ladder.
Blackburn stars as Dogs near AFLW finals
Ellie Blackburn led from the front as the Western Bulldogs gave themselves breathing space in the AFLW top-eight with a 15-point win over struggling St Kilda.
Vanquished Kambosos Jr vows to rise again
American Devin Haney has defeated Australian boxer George Kambosos Jr to remain the undisputed lightweight champion of the world after a Melbourne rematch.
Brisbane police probe woman’s sudden death
Queensland police have launched an investigation into the sudden death of a woman who was found at a Capalaba property.
Miller ‘devastated’ after MotoGP crash
Australian MotoGP star Jack Miller has accepted an apology from Alex Marquez after the Spaniard crashed into him during the grand prix at Phillip Island.
Cummins floats Warner joint-captaincy plan
A shared arrangement for captaining Australia's ODI side would suit Test skipper Pat Cummins, with David Warner's leadership ban likely approaching its end.
JackJumpers too strong for United in NBL
The Tasmania JackJumpers have continued their recent hot NBL form with a gritty 74-64 win over Melbourne United.
Calf tear can’t stop Aussie Ironman star
Australian Ali Day carried a seven centimetre calf tear into Sunday's multi-disciplined surf race, but his sheer determination got him over the line.
GWS snatch AFLW thriller against Hawthorn
GWS have all but ended Hawthorn's finals hopes after Nicola Barr snapped a behind in the dying seconds to snatch a one-point victory in a gripping AFLW clash.
Boxer Johnson wins praise as well as title
Hall of Famer Lou DiBella says he's never seen a boxer continue with a head wound like the one Cherneka Johnson carried through her world title defence.
Sydney Kings smash Bullets, go top in NBL
The Sydney Kings have make it 15 straight wins away from home after overcoming a slow start to ease past Brisbane Bullets 102-85 in the NBL.
Diamonds return home amid sponsor wrangle
Netball Australia insist Marina Go's departure as chair of the organisation is unrelated to a player protest over a sponsorship deal with Hancock Prospecting.
Floodwaters to cut off Vic town for a week
A Victorian town is preparing to be isolated by floodwaters, as the flooding disaster unfolds and the state announces a $351 million recovery package.
Floods to hit federal, household budgets
The devastating floods hitting large swathes of the country will put more pressure on the already-pressured federal budget and the cost of some essential items.
New national plan targets family violence
A new government plan has been unveiled to try to end violence against women and children within a decade.
Reynolds quizzed on Higgins’ alleged rape
Senator Linda Reynolds has denied accusations she tried to coach the cross-examination of Brittany Higgins or otherwise interfere at her rape accused's trial.
Finch ‘disgusted’ by his abuse messages
Former NSW state of origin star Brett Finch says he's ashamed at sending child abuse messages in a desperate bid to obtain cocaine, a court has heard.
NT cop incorrectly briefed team on teen
An inquest into an Indigenous teen's shooting death has heard the policeman who pulled the trigger incorrectly briefed his team before the bungled arrest.
Aussie Maizen’s Italy treble adorns RLWC
Underdogs Italy have beaten Scotland 28-4 thanks to terrific performances from an Aussie NRL star and a little-known Queensland Cup flyer.
Roosters’ Keary stars in Ireland RLWC win
Sydney Roosters five-eighth Luke Keary has marked his Ireland debut with a stirring display in a 48-2 win over Jamaica.
Surprise petrol price dip amid global fear
Motorists are seeing a mixed bag of petrol prices, with some retailers even charging less than the wholesale price, as global economic warnings abound.
PNG’s RLWC fortunes may strengthen NRL bid
Papua New Guinea reached the quarter-finals at the 2017 Rugby League World Cup and now they want to have their own NRL side.
Medicare rorts claims to be investigated
Health Minister Mark Butler has ordered his department to examine claims the Medicare system was being rorted by billions of dollars each year.
Qld moves toward coercive control law
A bill introduced to Queensland parliament is the first step in system-wide domestic violence reform, the state attorney-general says.
Paro no match for protege Jarvis: Fenech
Jeff Fenech has made the case for his talent Brock Jarvis, who he thinks will be too powerful for Liam Paro in the undefeated pair's first meeting in Brisbane.
Saints sack Ratten, regret deal extension
St Kilda president Andrew Bassat has discussed the ruthless sacking of Brett Ratten, saying he regrets reappointing the AFL coach three months ago.
Kangaroos aim to restore global reputation
Australia aren't popular in England as they prepare to make their international rugby league return against Fiji in the World Cup this weekend.