Bullets down hot JackJumpers in NBL
The Brisbane Bullets dominated under the basket to defeat the in-form Tasmania JackJumpers and snap a three-game NBL losing streak
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Fever, Vixens make netball Cup statement
Consistent West Coast Fever and Melbourne Vixens, who struggled in 2021, are the stand-outs after day 2 of Super Netball's pre-season competition in Melbourne.
Dragons impress in Charity Shield tune-up
St George Illawarra scored four tries to South Sydney's two in an impressive NRL Charity Shield trial victory in Mudgee on Saturday night.
Broncos would love Cowboys’ halves problem
North Queensland have comfortably beaten Brisbane 26-6 in their final NRL pre-season trial, leaving the Broncos with serious questions over their spine.
Force ruin Rebels’ homecoming party
The Western Force have spoiled the homecoming for Melbourne with a 28-3 Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Rebels in their return to AAMI Park.
Mask removal to boost recovery of cities
The NSW premier says the removal of masks in eastern states will help spur economic activity - because when Sydney goes well, so does the country, he says.
Sheldon Riley Australia’s Eurovision pick
Australia will be represented at Eurovision 2022 by singer Sheldon Riley, who has beaten 10 contenders for a spot in the global song contest.
Demons delight in tough AFLW run
Right in the race for the AFLW top two, Melbourne will relish the prospect of backing up wins over Brisbane and North Melbourne with a trip to face Fremantle.
Veart praises Reds’ spirit in comeback win
Adelaide coach Carl Veart says his side managed to beat the Mariners despite being "flat" after receiving their COVID booster shots during the week.
Foran ‘not ready to roll over’ at Manly
Twelve months after privately accepting he could have been signing his last NRL contract at Manly, Kieran Foran has declared he is "not ready to roll over yet".
Cyclone Anika makes landfall in WA
Residents in and around Kalumburu have been told to shelter as Tropical Cyclone Anika made landfall in Western Australia's north Kimberley coast.
Japanese encephalitis warning for Victoria
Victoria's chief health officer is warning of the risk of Japanese encephalitis, with evidence of the virus found in animals in Victoria, NSW and Queensland.
Australia a land of park lovers: poll
A new poll suggests Australians are highly protective of national parks and reserves and opposed to commercial development within their boundaries.
Roar skipper keen to end ALM nightmare
Having watched his team slump to the foot of the A-League Men ladder in his absence, Brisbane Roar captain Tom Aldred can't wait to end his injury nightmare.
West blocks Russian access to SWIFT system
The US, EU and UK have agreed to place crippling sanctions on the Russian financial sector, including a block on its access to the global financial system.
Russian forces enter Ukraine’s second city
Ukrainian forces are holding off Russian troops advancing on the capital Kyiv as the biggest assault on a European state since WWII enters a fourth day.
Flood-hit NSW gets $200m support package
The federal and NSW governments are providing $200 million in support for the storm-hit NSW to assist in infrastructure and mental health initiatives.
Help on the way, PM tells Queenslanders
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Queenslanders impacted by widespread flooding in the state's southeast can be assured the recovery has already begun.
COVID-19 makes immediate impact on NRLW
The opening round of the NRLW has been impacted by COVID-19, with Sydney Roosters captain Corban Baxter among players ruled out after testing positive.
Ukraine capital girds for Russian assault
Russian forces claim to have captured an airfield northwest of the Ukrainian capital Kyiv as the city's mayor says it "has gone into a defensive phase".
Athletics great John Landy dies, aged 91
Middle-distance running great John Landy has died at the age of 91 after an accomplished life that included some of the great moments in Australian sport.
Hastings, Leilua shine in Tigers trial win
Jackson Hastings has shown he can be a real threat for Wests Tigers in their NRL trial win over Sydney Roosters while Luciano Leilua also looked good.
Illawarra stave off gallant 36ers at home
The Illawarra Hawks have improved their home record with a 16-point win over the Adelaide 36ers, as they face a string of away games to end their NBL season.
Reds pip Waratahs in Super Rugby thriller
The Queensland Reds have overcome the NSW Waratahs 20-16 in an exciting Super Rugby Pacific derby at Leichhardt Oval.
Manly injury concerns before season opener
Manly have lost three players to injury in their last NRL trial, with Martin Taupau, Dylan Walker and Haumole Olakau'atu all hurt in a loss to Canberra.
Peponis, Politis quit NSWRL board
The NSW Rugby League has been rocked by the resignation of George Peponis and Nick Politis from the board after a dramatic election.
Chol steps up as Suns rout Power in trial
Gold Coast have made a statement in a dominant pre-season AFL win over Port Adelaide, who finished the game with injury concerns.
Head-turning, track ready and exy Porsche
Porsche's race-bred Cayman GT4 brings an added touch of wildness to the German marque's sports car range.
New star shines in Super Netball preseason
A third-quarter surge helped Sunshine Coast secure a 43-43 draw with reigning champions NSW Swifts in Super Netball's pre-season tournament in Melbourne.
Qld kids charity founder avoids prison
The founder of a charity that helped vulnerable children who has become a social media hit has received a suspended jail term for multiple drug offences.
Khawaja departs Sydney Thunder in BBL
Usman Khawaja has been released from his BBL contract with Sydney Thunder so he can spend more time with his family in Brisbane next summer.