Bombers back in crisis, new CEO resigns
New Essendon CEO Andrew Thorburn has resigned a day after the Bombers announced his appointment, due to his position at a controversial church.
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Three win Nobel Prize in Physics
Scientists Alain Aspect, John Clauser and Anton Zeilinger have won the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics.
Zelenskiy decree rules out Putin talks
Volodymyr Zelenskiy has signed a decree declaring the possibility of peace talks with Vladimir Putin as "impossible", but is open to dialogue with Russia.
Russia says 200,000 drafted into army
Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu says more than 200,000 people have been drafted as part of a partial military mobilisation as Ukrainian forces advance.
‘Disgusting’ Qld police conduct condemned
Queensland's police commissioner admits there's a "deep fear" in the force about speaking out about sexual assault, harassment and bullying by senior officers.
Windies skipper back at scene of carnage
West Indian captain Nicholas Pooran says he wants to be the best T20 batsman in the world ahead of their clash with Australia on the Gold Coast.
Ukraine breaks through Russian defences
Ukraine's forces have made huge inroads into recapturing Russian-claimed territories, days after Vladimir Putin annexed four provinces.
Lehrmann ‘made a pass’ before alleged rape
Former Liberal Party staffer Brittany Higgins has described the moment she was allegedly raped by a colleague inside a minister's office at Parliament House.
Simmons ends 470-day NBA absence
Ben Simmons had a mixed night in his first appearance in Brooklyn colours as the Nets fell to his former team Philadelphia in NBA preseason action.
Archbishop meets Indigenous leaders in WA
The Archbishop of Canterbury is scheduled to speak privately with mining magnate Andrew Forrest after meeting with Indigenous leaders in Western Australia.
McStay’s move to Collingwood confirmed
Collingwood have officially secured Brisbane forward Daniel McStay, with the Lions receiving a second-round draft pick for losing the unrestricted free agent.
Rescued baby koala now a ‘bossy boots’
A drenched koala joey rescued from the Queensland floods has finally returned to the wild after spending months at a rehabilitation centre.
NRLW star Boyle chooses work over Cup
Millie Boyle has pulled out of the Jillaroos' Rugby League World Cup squad, with the Newcastle NRLW star prioritising her new business.
Petrol prices already tracking upwards
Petrol prices have already started inching upwards following the reintroduction of the fuel excise tax last week.
Qld lab halted DNA tests on wrong advice
A decision by Queensland's forensics lab not to test certain DNA samples as thoroughly as possible saved less than $1 million a year, a hearing has been told.
Eels’ Matterson chooses ban over fine
Parramatta's Ryan Matterson has chosen to accept a three-match ban rather than face a fine for his crusher tackle on Dylan Edwards during the NRL grand final.
Marsh to bat only if picked for T20 game
Australian T20 captain Aaron Finch has confirmed allrounder Mitch Marsh is not yet fit to bowl, but is backing him at No.3 in their batting order.
Body in chipper kept accused ‘up at night’
Gregory Lee Roser told police that the image of Bruce Saunders' legs sticking out of a woodchipper kept him up at night, a court has heard.
‘No regrets’ Finch set to attack in T20s
Australia's T20 captain Aaron Finch will continue to play his aggressive way as he reunites with David Warner at the top of the order against the West Indies.
NRL probes Warriors’ Curran after incident
The NRL is investigating Warriors forward Josh Curran following an incident at a licensed venue on the NSW mid-North Coast last weekend.
Melbourne COVID-19 quarantine hub to close
A purpose-built quarantine facility in Melbourne is closing nine months after opening to international travellers as a COVID-19 precaution.
Truck driver fatigue focus during inquest
A coroner will consider fatigue in the transport industry during an inquest into the death of a Queensland truck driver crushed by a steel pipe being offloaded.
Month worth of rain to drench NSW
Forecasters fear widespread flooding across NSW as three successive weather systems align to dump water across swollen rivers and full dams.
North Korea fires missile over Japan
The Japanese government has warned citizens to take cover as a North Korean missile appeared to have flown over and past its territory.
Former Raider the NRL GF pitch invader
Former Canberra player Mark McLinden has been revealed as the man who invaded the pitch and removed a goal post pad at the NRL grand final.
Fortune favours Huni’s ‘lethal’ mix
Trainer Justin Fortune says Australian Justis Huni's combination of speed and strength has impressed during a stint in his Hollywood boxing gym.
Telstra staff data surfaces on dark web
The names and addresses of thousands of Telstra staff stolen from a third-party rewards program website in 2017 have been uploaded to the dark web.
Full medical school to open in Cairns
Medical students will soon be able to complete their full degrees in Cairns in what is hoped will be a boost to efforts to retain doctors in regional areas.
Bombers CEO wants to lead ‘diverse’ club
New Essendon CEO Andrew Thorburn has defended his involvement in a controversial church, a day after the Bombers announced the appointment of the ex-NAB boss.
Why new Kangaroo Taulagi turned down Samoa
Murray Taulagi agonised over whether to represent Australia or Samoa last week, with a phone call from Mal Meninga persuading him to play for the Kangaroos.
Killer granny Susan Neill-Fraser released
Family and supporters of convicted murderer Susan Neill-Fraser will launch a fresh push to clear her name, after the 68-year-old was released from prison.