Brisbane coach responds to Lions’ critics ‘carry-on’
Lions coach Chris Fagan is searching for solutions to the AFL side's leaky defence, but says its not a case of "panic stations" for the two-time premiers.
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Football Australia’s record losses top $15 million
Football Australia lost $15.34 million last year, almost twice as much as in 2024, according to the governing body's financial report.
Family shattered after woman fatally hit by police car
A 71-year-old woman has died after being hit by a marked police 4WD in far north Queensland, sparking a major crash probe and corruption watchdog oversight.
In danger: more reef funding amid dreaded ruling threat
Another rescue plan for the Great Barrier Reef has been unveiled as critics warn new mining approvals are fuelling destructive marine heatwaves.
Mad Max detoured past Broncos roadblock into Maroons
Queensland debutant lock Max Plath blazed his own path to the NRL and State of Origin.
Sealed with a Kiss: Coach aims to leave Reds on a high
Queensland, facing a tricky trip to face Moana Pasifika, are in a frustratingly familiar position at the pointy end of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
AFLW fixtures in spotlight on men’s grand-final weekend
The AFL has scheduled six AFLW matches in Victoria around the men's grand final, as part of a 2026 season fixture that culminates in a decider in late November.
Storm young gun gets another chance to shine
Keagan Russell-Smith has only played one NRL match, back in 2024, but the youngster will steer Melbourne in place of Origin representative Cameron Munster.
Cabinet minister steps down over federal police probe
The Queensland government has plunged deeper into an integrity storm after an under-fire minister stood down over a federal electoral enrolment probe.
Inquiry chief calls out ‘villains’ causing harm to kids
Alcohol and drug abuse, domestic violence, and mental health issues are the "villains" in homes where children are removed into a broken system of state care.
Tough little Rooster: Walker’s 22 needles in 21 games
Sam Walker is a brilliant footballer but the Queensland debutant's toughness in his debut season shows why he is cut out to handle the State of Origin cauldron.
Australia’s next gen ready for Commonwealth Games pool
With Kaylee McKeown in her corner, 17-year-old Sienna Toohey is out to cement her status as Australia's next top swimmer at this year's Commonwealth Games.
Saifiti’s tribute to brother ahead of Origin recall
Even Newcastle prop Jacob Saifiti himself was a little surprised to have been recalled to the State of Origin arena for the series opener.
‘Nightmare’: ex-AFL star facing prison over pool saga
A former AFL player will likely be imprisoned for fraud after he improperly installed pools in the backyards of regional families with little means.
‘Trust is earned’: Hardwick on in-demand Suns forward
Weighing up his future, Jed Walter has made the most of his chances after injury opened the door for more regular AFL opportunities.
Women accused of police murder to face separate trials
A woman accused of fatally striking a police officer with a vehicle at a highway roadblock has sought to be tried for murder separately from her co-accused.
‘Where the bloody hell are ya?’: NZ’s budget sledge
New Zealand is campaigning for Australian talent off the back of major tax reforms in the budget, with the Kiwi government also whacking the broken promise.
Carlton interim makes call on Blues full-time role
Interim Carlton coach Josh Fraser has made a call on where his future sits, after stepping in to lead the Blues following Michael Voss's exit.
Pandemic flashbacks as hantavirus group touches down
Scenes heavily reminiscent of the coronavirus pandemic have played out as passengers from a hantavirus-affected cruise ship touched down in Australia.
Hawks’ former ‘shrugging lairiser’ to reach milestone
Once a polarising youngster, Jack Ginnivan will prepares for his 100th game as he transforms into a key part of Hawthorn's premiership push.
Neo-Nazi group outlawed under anti-hate legislation
A neo-Nazi group that advocates for a white Australia has been listed as a prohibited hate group after advice from the nation's domestic spy agency.
‘Direct discrimination’: court loss for app’s trans ban
A legal bid by an app and its founder has backfired, with an appeal panel awarding twice the initial amount of damages for excluding a transgender user.
I’m not playing well enough for Origin: Spencer Leniu
Spencer Leniu insists he is committed to the Sydney Roosters for the rest of his contract, but does not believe he should be in the NSW Origin selection frame.
Aussie surf star makes early exit from NZ Open
Fresh off his Gold Coast Pro victory, Queensland's Ethan Ewing has been a shock early casualty as the World Surf League shifts to New Zealand.
Walsh not done yet after positive start: Foran
Manly will welcome back Jamal Fogarty from a groin injury against the Wests Tigers on Saturday, but will lose young gun Joey Walsh from the starting lineup.
Walters to coach Australia at Rugby League World Cup
The Australian Rugby League Commission has extended coach Kevin Walters' contract with the national rugby league team.
Trump and Xi agree Iran can’t have nuclear weapons
President Donald Trump has voiced impatience with Iran over a peace deal, and says he and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are opposed to Tehran have nuclear weapons.
‘Similar to Alf’: Maroons selector gives Walker a boost
Darren Lockyer insists Sydney Roosters half Sam Walker will show he is no defensive liability in his final club game ahead of Queensland selection.
Zelenskiy rages at Russia after deadly strike in Kyiv
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy is urging more pressure on Russia to end the war as he visited the rubble of a building where a missile killed dozens of people.
Tragic Round: Canterbury slump deeper into the doghouse
Out-of-sorts Canterbury played like muggles in the Magic Round opener, proving no match for a polished Cronulla side.
UK faces weeks of uncertainty over PM Starmer’s future
Embattled British leader Keir Starmer faces open rebellion in his party, but a popular leadership rival remains a way off being in a position to challenge him.