Qld casino law offers lifeline to Star
The Queensland government has proposed a legal change that could allow Star to rehabilitate itself in time to open its $3.6 billion Brisbane casino next year.
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Stud deal adds intrigue to $15m Everest
Jacquinot, a runner in the $15 million Everest, has figured in a stud deal as the 2021 winner Nature Strip remains a warm favourite for back-to-back success.
Qld top cop to review all abuse complaints
Queensland's top cop has warned police who abuse, harass or bully their colleagues, promising to go after those whose "values no longer align with us".
Armiento a key for Roar in ALM clash
Brisbane Roar left winger Carlo Armiento missed last season with an ACL injury but is in good early-season form going into Friday's clash with Melbourne City.
Qld mining lobby applauds govt backflip
Proposed Queensland laws will make it easier for communities to object to mines, but existing mines won't be subject to modern environmental rules.
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Webb, Webber among Hall of Fame inductees
Football stars Brad Fittler and Chris Judd, golfer Karrie Webb and F1 champion Mark Webber have been inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.
‘Nasty’ woman blamed for chipper death
Gregory Lee Roser has denied being the killer in a woodchipper death, pointing the finger at a "murderous" woman and a man allegedly with Mafia connections.
AFL trade trauma over for Lions’ Dunkley
There were nerves and frustration for Josh Dunkley before his move from the Western Bulldogs to Brisbane was confirmed minutes before the AFL trade deadline.
Qld passes new health practitioners laws
Queensland health practitioners will be more strictly regulated by federal watchdogs after new laws were passed by state parliament.
Stoner gives out MotoGP island advice
Jack Miller's teammate Francesco Bagnaia has been receiving advice from Australian MotoGP legend Casey Stoner about how to handle the Phillip Island track.
Paro ready to make boxing gamble pay off
Liam Paro is confident he can beat Brock Jarvis in their keenly-anticipated clash of unbeaten Australian super lightweight boxers on Saturday.
Uber’s Aussie buy prepares for US launch
Australian start-up Car Next Door will be rebranded by Uber and launched in America in a bid to shake-up car rental and ownership in a new market.
Hot JackJumpers ambush 36ers in NBL
Josh Magette recaptured form with a perimeter onslaught that ensured the Tasmania JackJumpers made light work of the Adelaide 36ers in the NBL on Thursday.
Perry makes statement in WBBL thriller
Ellyse Perry has starred with bat and ball in the Sydney Sixers' thrilling WBBL win over Brisbane, making an early statement in the national selection race.
England unleash Dom Young in RLWC opener
Newcastle Knights' powerhouse winger Dom Young is one of six NRL players to be unleashed by England in their World Cup opener against Samoa.
Kherson civilians urged to flee to Russia
A Moscow-installed official in Ukraine's southern Kherson region has suggested residents leave for Russia for their own safety.
Running out of petrol: Electric car sales up 65%
Electric car sales are soaring in Australia, according to the latest State of EV report, but one state is outperforming the others.
Webb’s Games wish to ‘shake up’ golf
A fierce critic of the "fracturing" LIV Golf Series, Karrie Webb has other ideas to shake up the sport after earning a Sport Australia Hall of Fame berth.
Consultation ‘oversight’ in clinic closure
An inquest into the death of Indigenous teenager Kumanjayi Walker has been told Aboriginal health staff should have been consulted over an evacuation decision.
Rookie Dolphins halfback, 18, wants to be NRL’s youngest ever No.7
Isaiya Katoa has his sights on debuting for Wayne Bennett's Dolphins in their inaugural NRL match, hoping to be the youngest No.7 to start a season in 15 years.
Australia ends mandatory COVID isolation
It's no longer necessary for people with COVID-19 to isolate, with Australian authorities scrapping rules which have been in place for years.
Brittany Higgins’ final day in witness box
Brittany Higgins has finished providing evidence in an emotional cross-examination, saying her former colleague physically violated her in Parliament House.
Saints sack Ratten in stunning AFL move
St Kilda have sacked coach Brett Ratten, less than 100 days after they gave him a two-year contract extension, and after the club had a poor end to the season.
Child sex offender admits grooming teens
A "persistent" child sex offender had pictures of naked girls in sexual positions when he was searched by police while banned from contact with children.
No pride in Manly-Hasler falling out
Manly were adamant they would overcome their pride jersey saga but instead it became the catalyst for the exit of coach Des Hasler from the NRL club.
Tonga’s Fifita set to hit top gear at RLWC
David Fifita is poised to take his devastating talents onto the international stage with Tonga after an impressive debut.
Familiar challenge looms for Seibold
As Des Hasler's expected successor, Anthony Seibold has the challenge of not only uniting Manly but securing on-field success quickly at the NRL club.
Borthwick named first Canberra NRLW coach
Current Parramatta NRLW assistant coach Darrin Borthwick has been named the inaugural head coach of Canberra's women's side.
Manly could count the cost of Hasler axing
Manly face a battle to keep star players happy after axing Des Hasler, with a long negotiation still looming over the veteran coach's exit fee.
Brisbane dam releases water in flood plans
The Queensland government has authorised Wivenhoe Dam operators to release drinking water into the Brisbane River in preparation for possible floods.
Queensland minister apologies for slur
Queensland agriculture minister Mark Furner has "unreservedly apologised" for making a "dopey, stupid woman" comment in parliament.