New reef funding ‘backs in’ scientists: PM
The Great Barrier Reef will receive another $1 billion following Australia's successful bid to delay a decision about listing it as "in danger".
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COVID-19 boosters approved for teenagers
The medical regulator has granted provisional approval for the Pfizer vaccine to be used as a COVID-19 booster for 16 and 17-year-olds.
COVID cases set to spike as schools return
States and territories expect COVID-19 infection tallies to jump as school resumes as they continue awaiting advice about the definition of full vaccination.
Qld crossbenchers back integrity probe
Katter's Australian Party and Greens MPs have backed the integrity commissioner's calls for a formal probe into a Public Service Commission raid on her office.
Ant invaders wage war on Aussie lizards
Yellow crazy ants can have a devastating effect on native skinks and scientists fear some of Australia's tiniest, most endangered frogs could be next.
Rogic inspires Socceroos’ win over Vietnam
The Socceroos remain in contention for an automatic World Cup qualifying spot at Qatar 2022 after Tom Rogic inspired a 4-0 win over Vietnam in Melbourne.
NRL refers abuse of Addo-Carr to police
The NRL has commended Josh Addo-Carr for highlighting racial abuse he received on social media and has referred the matter to police.
Barty powers into Australian Open final
Ash Barty has swept past Madison Keys in straight sets to become the first home hope to reach the Australian Open women's singles final in 42 years.
Barry Gibb honoured in Order of Australia
The last surviving Bee Gees member has been named an honorary Companion of the Order of Australia for his musical achievements and philanthropy.
Raiders’ NRL duo remain unvaccinated
Canberra Raiders chief executive Don Furner says two players are still refusing vaccinations, risking missing matches throughout the new NRL season.
Kyrgios, Kokkinakis into all-Aussie final
Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis have done it again, storming into the Australian Open doubles decider after an impressive straight sets semi-final victory.
Wanderers may split ALM captaincy
Western Sydney head coach Carl Robinson says he may choose to split the club's captaincy duties after Rhys Williams underwent surgery on a hamstring injury.
Trindall confident in guiding Sharks
Braydon Trindall is confident he can guide a new-look Cronulla team, if he wins the race to partner Nicho Hynes in the halves.
No change to full vaccination definition
Australia's immunisation advisory group is still considering whether to change the definition of full vaccination to cover three COVID-19 doses.
Qld has 15 COVID-19 deaths, 11,600 cases
Another 15 people have died with COVID-19 in Queensland as the state records 11,600 new virus cases.
Whiskey survivor returned to rescue others
A man has emotionally told an inquest into the fatal 1973 Whiskey Au Go Go attack that he went back into the nightclub to rescue others after first escaping.
Keeper Lynch ends record hockey career
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Police crackdown targeting Sydney gangs
The NSW gang-targeting Raptor Squad has temporarily added 500 police to its ranks to "get in the face" of people suspected of being in criminal gangs.
Wright at home in WSL Pipeline opener
Tyler Wright is equal parts anxious and proud ahead of the World Surf League's historic opener at a famous Hawaiian wave usually reserved for the men.
Elliot gets NRL recall with the Cowboys
Working as a carpenter upon returning to Australia, North Queensland's latest signing Brendan Elliot believed he'd get another shot at the NRL some day.
Australian boy in Syrian prison freed
An Australian boy held in a Syrian prison is reportedly in the custody of US-backed forces after begging for his life from within the jail.
Man critical after Qld helicopter crash
Police are investigating a helicopter crash that has left a man in his 20s in a critical condition in southern Queensland.
Mentor Johns in awe of ‘frightening’ Ponga
Back at Newcastle as a coaching consultant, Andrew Johns has been impressed with the team's attitude and is predicting gun fullback Kalyn Ponga to improve.
King back to steer Olympic surfing charge
Andy King, who has coached world champions Mick Fanning and Gabriel Medina, has returned to Surfing Australia as head coach ahead of the 2024 Paris Games.
Former NRL star Gordon’s drug case delayed
Former NRL star Michael Gordon's coaching career remains in limbo after his cocaine possession and supply case was adjourned until July 28.
Three dose vaccination definition on cards
National cabinet is expected to finalise a new meaning of "fully vaccinated" on Thursday, with three doses to become the standard.
Smith, Howarth re-sign with Storm
Melbourne centre Reimis Smith has re-signed until the end of 2024 while the club has made a long-term investment in teenage talent Jack Howarth.
Qld integrity watchdog backs PSC probe
Queensland's outgoing integrity commissioner has backed a call for a formal investigation into the body responsible for public service oversight.
No new COVID-19 cases on Tonga relief ship
The number of COVID-19 cases onboard the HMAS Adelaide has not increased, after 23 people contracted the virus on the relief ship bound for Tonga.
Europe weighs up Australia travel freedoms
There is the potential for Australia to be restored to a European safe travel list as infection rates in the country continue to fall.
Matildas blow: Yallop positive COVID test
The Matildas' Asian Cup campaign has taken a hit with experienced midfielder Tameka Yallop testing positive to COVID-19.