Roberts-Smith’s SAS witness charged
One of the witnesses testifying for Ben Roberts-Smith in his defamation case has appeared before court accused of attacking a police officer.
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Walker starting to feel like the old Cody
Rabbitoh Cody Walker has said he is beginning to feel back to his attacking best as South Sydney prepare to try and reignite their season against Manly.
Russia blasted as Ukraine calls ‘karma’
Russia is reporting blasts in the south of the country, in what a top Ukrainian official has described as "payback" and "karma" for Moscow's invasion.
Imminent rate hike tipped as CPI spikes
A surge in annual inflation to above five per cent has financial markets tipping a cash rate rise when the Reserve Bank board meets on May 3.
Labor, government face off over inflation
Cost of living pressures will emerge as an election issue, as economic figures are released and a one-off $250 payment will be made to six million Australians.
Nationals warn independents risk security
The election of independent candidates would risk Australia's national security, Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce argues.
Qld Police policies ‘inadequate’: coroner
Queensland Police procedures were "inadequate" and officers were not properly briefed before a violent offender was shot at a hospital, a coroner says.
Ukraine ambassador warns of domino effect
Ukraine's ambassador to Australia has appealed for more military assistance, warning of future threats to the Indo-Pacific.
Roosters ask Keary to seize control
The Sydney Roosters want star playmaker Luke Keary to take charge to help the Tricolours out of an early-season NRL slump.
ASX falls 2.1pct, wiping out 2022 gains
The ASX has suffered its worst session since the start of the war in Ukraine, with miners and oil producers sharply lower following China's COVID outbreak.
Plutus Payroll tax fraud trial kicks off
A trial over the alleged $105 million Plutus Payroll conspiracy has commenced with a jury hearing the scheme was described as the "Ben Hur" of tax fraud.
Troy Buswell avoids jail over WA assaults
Former West Australian Liberals leader and state treasurer Troy Buswell has received a suspended jail term after admitting repeatedly assaulting his ex-wife.
Struggling Titans make NRL spine changes
Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook has changed his team's spine, while Wade Graham could make his long-awaited return for Cronulla in round-eight NRL action.
Goorjian questions Kings rival’s ref call
Illawarra Hawks coach Brian Goorjian has questioned rival Sydney coach Chase Buford's decision to single out a referee ahead of their NBL semi-final series.
Warriors must respond to 60-point drubbing
Nathan Brown is confident his Warriors side can respond to their 70-10 flogging by Melbourne, having lost by the same scoreline as a player two decades earlier.
Free-agent Lloyd wants to stay with Swans
Sydney defender Jake Lloyd has no intention of trying his luck in free agency, instead planning to play out his AFL career with the Swans.
Staggs’ Talakai test as pair stake claims
Kotoni Staggs believes he's close to the form that saw him on the cusp of a NSW Blues debut and has a defensive assignment against Cronulla that can prove it.
Youth coal mine fight reaches Qld court
Legal arguments expected to last six weeks have begun in the Queensland Land Court as opponents of a new coal mine mount a challenge on human rights grounds.
Martin back in main Tigers AFL group
Dustin Martin has trained with Richmond's main group for the first time since taking a break away from the AFL club and appears closer to a return.
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Qld coal seam gas waste plan criticised
Activists warn a draft Queensland government plan would allow the coal seam gas industry to simply bury waste brine, posing a risk to the environment.
Tigers find blueprint in attacking ways
After battling through a winless opening five rounds to the NRL season, Luke Brooks believes Wests Tigers have discovered their blueprint in attack.
Red-hot Swans test awaits Bailey’s Lions
In-form Brisbane livewire Zac Bailey says his side will relish the chance to prove their AFL top-four credentials against Sydney on Sunday at the SCG.
Barrett faces a dog of a coaching record
An NRL loss to the Sydney Roosters on Saturday would leave Trent Barrett with the equal-worst coaching record in Canterbury's 87-year premiership history.
Bennett confident on Munster pitch
Wayne Bennett has shrugged off concerns over the Dolphins' roster shape for NRL admission, saying he is still trying to get Cameron Munster as early as 2023.
Masks to stay in SA high schools
The South Australian government has decided to maintain mask use in high schools for another four weeks.
Walker’s 150 at Souths a lesson in timing
Cody Walker will reach his 150th NRL game at age 32 on Friday, but admits he would have lasted just one or two games in the NRL if he debuted as a teenager.
McReight’s Wallabies push faces Cane test
In-form Queensland Reds flanker Fraser McReight will face Chiefs and All Blacks captain Sam Cane this Friday as he pushes for more Test opportunities.
AFLW players want pre-season start clarity
The next AFLW season is set to begin in August but players have yet to be given official start dates for the campaign or pre-season as they await a new CBA.
Coach Ante Milicic to depart ALM’s Bulls
Macarthur FC are on the hunt for a new coach for their third A-League Men season with Ante Milicic to depart for family reasons.
Pies confirm knee injury for star Grundy
Collingwood are set to be without Brodie Grundy for up to three months after the star ruckman injured his knee during the Magpies' Anzac Day win.