NBL’s Breakers release Wetzell to Europe
The New Zealand Breakers have released big man Yannick Wetzell to Spanish side Baskonia after a breakout year in the NBL.
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Blues gain ruck advantage for AFL clash
Port Adelaide have lost Scott Lycett for three months because of shoulder surgery, while Carlton regain fellow ruckman Marc Pittonet for Sunday's game.
Gilmore, Fitzgibbons in Bells Beach exits
Stephanie Gilmore and Sally Fitzgibbons have both lost painstaking Rip Curl Pro quarter-finals in blows to their hopes of avoiding the mid-season cut.
WA Liberal Ben Small resigns from Senate
West Australian Liberal Ben Small has tendered his resignation from the Senate after discovering he is a dual citizen of New Zealand.
Sharks a model of NRL consistency: Bellamy
Ahead of their anticipated NRL clash, Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy says Cronulla's consistency has been key to their ladder surge.
Easter flights depart without baggage
The Good Friday rush at the country's busiest airports has passed after fears of Easter chaos but staff shortages meant some planes flew without bags loaded.
Jets to go full-throttle against Victory
Newcastle defender Jordan Elsey says an in-form and rested Jets will hold nothing back in their A-League Men's match against high-flying Melbourne Victory.
More COVID deaths in residential aged care
More than 1000 people in Australian aged care homes have died from COVID-19 this year, more than in the previous two years combined.
Holmes’ switch a winner for NRL Cowboys
North Queensland star Valentine Holmes continues to shine in the centres, scoring a try as the Cowboys rolled Canberra in the nation's capital.
Fired-up Western out to regain ALM pride
After having their pride dented by Wellington, Western United coach John Aloisi is expecting his players to respond in the ALM clash with Perth.
King to build on AFL goals haul: Saints
St Kilda's Max King shares the Coleman Medal lead with Tom Hawkins and has another level to go to this AFL season, according to his teammates.
Trbojevic absence a relief for Gold Coast
Tom Trbojevic's absence from Manly's line-up is providing comfort to Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook after being mauled by the NRL superstar twice in 2021.
GWS ponder tagging Demons’ AFL stars
Lachie Ash has tagged some of the AFL's best midfielders but he is no certainty to get the job on Melbourne stars Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca.
Titans teammate hails hard-running Marzhew
Gold Coast's Patrick Herbert has hailed the courage and hard work of Titans winger Greg Marzhew, who is quickly becoming a vital cog in the NRL team.
Australian golfing great Jack Newton dies
Jack Newton, an iconic figure in Australian golf as a player and commentator, has died at the age of 72.
McRae’s Magpies message after Lions loss
Coach Craig McRae admits he tried a few things that didn't quite work as Collingwood showed plenty of fight but lost a third straight AFL game.
Cowboys show character in comeback NRL win
North Queensland Cowboys captain Chad Townsend says his side's DNA shone through in a comeback 18-12 win against Canberra.
Aussie Robson ends Fanning’s Bells cameo
Australian rookie Callum Robson ended Mick Fanning's quest for a record fifth Bells Beach WSL title while Stephanie Gilmore and Sally Fitzgibbons also exited.
Russia ‘hits Kyiv factory’ after ship sunk
Russia has struck what it described as a Kyiv factory making anti-ship missiles in apparent retaliation to the sinking of its flagship Moskva in the Black Sea.
Independents could have their day at poll
A growing number of independents are contesting seats in the federal election and they could be the crucial factor for who forms government.
Infrastructure props up Nats campaign hope
The Nationals are throwing resources into flipping the seats of the Hunter and Lingiari from Labor but will need to defend territory in Queensland and NSW.
Steketee strikes three times for Essex
Fast bowler Mark Steketee has taken three wickets for Essex as Sir Alastair Cook passes 25,000 first-class runs.
Floods claim 341 lives in South Africa
Rescuers are looking for missing people in South Africa after the worst floods in decades left at least 341 dead.
Bulldogs search for Addo-Carr NRL solution
Canterbury know they must get Josh Addo-Carr better ball in order to make full use of the NRL's fastest man and end his try-scoring drought.
Retailers to enjoy Easter sales boost
New research predicts retailers will enjoy a $7.1 billion sales boost this Easter holiday weekend, with Saturday one of the top 10 trading days of the year.
Leaders contradicted in campaign ‘pause’
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Labor leader Anthony have both been contradicted by members of their own sides during the Good Friday "pause" in campaigning.
Remote song-writing duo ready to tour
Music duo Mick Turner and Helen Franzmann - billed as Mess Esque - have forged on through COVID challenges to realise a series of shows, including overseas.
Welsford wins for first time in Turkey
Sam Welsford has won his first professional race since swapping track for road racing after the Olympic Games.
Lions withstand Magpies late for AFL win
Joe Daniher booted four goals and Lachie Neale was instrumental as Brisbane improved to 4-1 with a hard-fought win over Collingwood at the Gabba.
‘Pathetic’ Raiders cough up 12-point lead
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has said his players did not meet NRL standards as three second-half tries carried North Queensland to an 18-12 victory.
NSW rout Reds to reach Super W decider
The NSW Waratahs have earned the chance to win a fifth Super W title in as many years with a 36-0 elimination semi-final win over the Queensland Reds.