New-age Origin still packs a punch: Holmes
Don't expect an old-fashioned fist fight, but appreciate the pace and physicality of the new-age State of Origin that still gives Valentine Holmes goosebumps.
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Warning as Omicron sub-variant cases surge
Victoria's chief health Officer says a new Omicron sub-variant is on the rise in the state, following surges in other parts of the country.
Sunia Turuva tipped as NRL star of future
Fiji were beaten by Papua New Guinea in the Pacific Test but the emergence of young fullback Sunia Turuva has given them reason to celebrate.
O’Callaghan wins sixth medal in Budapest
Mollie O'Callaghan has won her sixth medal of the world swimming championships in Budapest but there was to be no golden finale for Australia.
COVID-19 and Australia’s unlearnt lessons
A new book by a Sydney academic explores the similarities between Australia's response to the Bubonic Plague in 1900 and COVID-19.
Plibersek hits global stage at ocean forum
Tanya Plibersek will have her first chance to demonstrate Australia's green leadership ambitions at a UN conference on ocean conservation in Portugal.
Russian gold import ban as G7 leaders meet
Members of the Group of Seven nations have announced a ban on imports of Russian gold as G7 leaders gather in Germany under the shadow of the war in Ukraine.
PNG stalwart Mead vows to make difference
David Mead has pledged to use his profile to make a difference in Papua New Guinea now that he has retired from international rugby league.
Matildas thumped 7-0, coach defends plan
An under-strength Matildas team have been trounced 7-0 by Spain in Hueva, piling more pressure on coach Tony Gustavsson.
Vic MPs awarded 2.75 per cent pay rise
Every Victorian state MP will receive a 2.75 per cent pay rise from July after a decision by an independent tribunal.
Kokkinakis dreams of date with Djokovic
Thanasi Kokkinakis has the tantalising opportunity to crown his first Wimbledon appearance in five years with a second-round showdown with Novak Djokovic.
NASA rocket to launch from Arnhem Land
A NASA rocket will launch from the NT on Sunday night, the agency's first in Australia in 27 years and the first from a commercial spaceport outside the US.
Don’t move mid-year Pacific Tests: Bennett
Wayne Bennett has called on the NRL to reverse its decision to scrap the Pacific Test weekend.
Pilot dies in Queensland plane crash
A man in his 60s has died after his plane crashed into powerlines near Toowoomba in southern Queensland.
Smith confirmed for first Test v Sri Lanka
Steve Smith will beat a quad injury to play in the first Test against Sri Lanka while Mitchell Starc still needs to prove his fitness.
Geelong’s Stewart sent to AFL Tribunal
Geelong's Tom Stewart has been sent to the AFL Tribunal for his bump on Dion Prestia while Fremantle's Nat Fyfe has no case to answer over his umpire contact.
Port pip Gold Coast in AFL thriller
Port Adelaide have downed Gold Coast by two points in an AFL thriller, with Todd Marshall kicking four goals.
Pies still unsure on De Goey’s AFL future
Collingwood are hopeful Jordan De Goey is ready to return amid reports the AFL star is unhappy with the way his latest off-field drama has been handled.
Suns coach backs AFL goal-line technology
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew remains in favour of AFL goal-line technology despite being on the receiving end of two calls in a two-point loss to Port Adelaide.
Queensland’s Kaufusi falls foul of Klein
Ashley Klein's refereeing has been criticised by NSW, but the official showed no hesitation in sin-binning Queensland back-rower Felise Kaufusi.
Kyrgios primed for Wimbledon charge
He's making no big promises but mercurial Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios enters Wimbledon believing he can beat any player in the draw.
Cleary leads NSW to Origin rout over Qld
NSW have levelled the 2022 State of Origin rugby league series with a 44-12 drubbing of Queensland in game two at Perth's Optus Stadium.
Gregan says England can bounce back
Former Wallabies captain George Gregan believes Eddie Jones possesses the leadership qualities required to revive England's ailing fortunes.
Debutant Burton finds feet as Blues foil
Matt Burton's big boot has kicked NSW back into the State of Origin series, relieving the pressure on Nathan Cleary to win the battle for territory.
NSW star Cleary proves a point to himself
NSW playmaker Nathan Cleary produced a magical 24-point haul to lead the Blues to a 44-12 State of Origin win over Queensland.
Munster injury adds to Qld Origin concern
Queensland five-eighth Cameron Munster will have scans on a shoulder injury that could rule him out of Brisbane's State of Origin decider.
NASA rocket launches from Arnhem Land
The first of three NASA rockets has launched successfully from Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory - the first commercial space launch in Australia's history.
Booze now, pay later apps prompt concern
Experts are worried people using buy now, pay later services for alcohol will lead to "financial hangovers".
NSW set for different beast in Origin III
The Blues will have to overcome a horrible run in State of Origin deciders if they are to clinch the series in Brisbane on July 13.
It’s not over, Cleary warns NSW teammates
Nathan Cleary has warned his NSW teammates not to become carried away after the Blues levelled the State of Origin series with a rout of Queensland in Perth.
Kyrgios urges fellow Aussies to believe
Wimbledon title hopeful Nick Kyrgios says there's no reason why his fellow Australians can't also make a deep run at the All England Club this year.