Qld watchdog backs Commission of Inquiry
Queensland's Integrity Commissioner has called for a Commission of Inquiry into a "multitude of integrity related issues" involving the government.
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O’Sullivan prepared to step in for Cleary
Sean O'Sullivan is ready to deputise for Nathan Cleary in round one of the NRL season after playing for Penrith for the first time since he was in high school.
Qld records 4114 COVID cases, six deaths
The Queensland government is "on track" to lift a statewide suspension of elective surgery as it records another six COVID-19 deaths and 4114 new cases.
PM invests $678m to part seal Outback Way
The coalition government is providing $678 million to seal part of the 2720 kilometres of the Outback Way that runs through Queensland, the NT and WA.
Flights back, trains gone as NSW reopens
International arrivals have been met by a welcoming committee as they touched down in Sydney, but faced limited options when it came time to leave the airport.
PM expects lasering explanation from China
Prime Minister Scott Morrison expects China to provide answers on the lasering of an Australian Defence Force aircraft by a Chinese military vessel.
Aussie Sio flying again in Super League
Aussie Ken Sio, last season's top try scorer in the Super League, has carried on where he left off with a four-try haul for Salford against newcomers Toulouse.
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Tech mogul ‘remains optimistic’ on AGL bid
AGL Energy has rejected a hefty takeover offer by a consortium helmed by tech mogul Mike Cannon-Brookes, but market experts say it's just a starting bid.
Beale’s done deal to return to Australia
Rugby Australia has announced veteran Wallabies playmaker Kurtley Beale will return home to play for the NSW Waratahs and possibly a fourth World Cup in 2023.
Biden agrees to Ukraine summit with Putin
US President Joe Biden has agreed "in principle" to meet with Russia's President Vladimir Putin as long as Russia holds off on an imminent assault on Ukraine.
First tourists touch down after two years
Australia's international borders have reopened to tourists for the first time in two years, sparking happy scenes at airports across the country.
After Beijing, can the IOC save the Games?
The cordoned-off Olympic bubble that folds up when the closing ceremony ends has produced its usual collage of amazing athletes doing great things.
Aussies say goodbye to landmark Olympics
Australia's Winter Olympians have brought the curtain down on a successful Games in Beijing where they picked up a record four medals - but they can get better.
Grazier’s killer partner jailed for 30 yrs
Natasha Darcy, who faked her partner's suicide to inherit his NSW property, will spend at least 30 years in jail for the "stupid, clumsy and ugly" murder.
China says farewell to extraordinary Games
The Winter Olympics have closed with a spectacular ceremony and words of praise for the Chinese hosts of a "truly exceptional" Games.
Queen has COVID, suffering mild symptoms
Britain's longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II has tested positive for COVID-19 but the 95-year-old is experiencing mild, cold-like symptoms.
Queen Elizabeth catches COVID: palace
Queen Elizabeth is experiencing mild symptoms after testing positive for COVID but expects to continue light duties this week, Buckingham Palace says.
Beijing’s safe but odd Olympics close
The COVID-19 bubble came to define the Beijing Winter Olympics amid figure skating's doping controversy and the emergence of new stars such as Eileen Gu.
Melbourne win in disrupted round of WNBL
Melbourne are back in the WNBL winner's circle with a much-needed 85-76 win over Sydney as they continue their push for a finals finish.
Qld whistleblowers fear reprisals: LNP
Whistleblowers won't take part in Queensland's new integrity review because they fear "the heavies could be put on them" if they speak out, the opposition says.
Tasmania rain threes in statement NBL win
NBL newcomers Tasmania have equalled an NBL record 22 made three's in an outstanding shooting performance against Illawarra.
Appleton claims third Geelong 70.3 title
Australian Sam Appleton and Dutch triathlete Lotte Wilms have started their 2022 campaigns with solid wins at the Geelong 70.3 race.
Dunster injured as Dragons beat Eels
Parramatta winger Haze Dunster suffered a potentially serious knee injury as St George Illawarra overcame a 16-0 deficit to win their NRL trial 26-22.
Olympian Plouffe in cycling Classic win
Australian Olympic track cyclist Maeve Plouffe has won the first women's Warrnambool Classic, taking out a reduced bunch sprint.
Fornaroli lifts Glory out of ALM cellar
Bruno Fornaroli has scored twice to give Perth a 2-0 A-League Men win over Brisbane in Launceston and lift the Glory off the bottom of the ladder.
Qld to strengthen electric scooter laws
Queensland is working on reforms to crack down on electric scooter "cowboys" with the government looking to enable police to throw the book at rogue riders.
Melb United thrash Breakers by 35 in NBL
Melbourne United have put up the highest score of the NBL season in a 108-73 blowout win over the New Zealand Breakers at home.
Geyer impresses as Penrith smash Sharks
Mavrik Geyer, the son of former Penrith hardman Mark, impressed as the Panthers smashed a young Cronulla team 34-6 in an NRL trial.
Hannah Green makes a slice of golf history
Hannah Green has dominated the final round to win the $200,000 TPS Murray River by four shots at 20 under par.
Sri Lanka scores thrilling T20 win vs Aust
Star batter Kusal Mendis has lifted Sri Lanka to a consolation Twenty20 victory, with the tourists defeating Australia by five wickets with a ball to spare.
Brumbies snatch Super Rugby Pacific win
Lachie Lonergan's late try has given the Brumbies a heart-stopping 29-23 win against a brave Western Force in their Super Rugby Pacific clash in Canberra.