Murder accused behind bars after body found in park
A man will remain behind bars for months until his next court appearance after he was charged with murder following the discovery of a body in a suburban park.
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Reality TV star ‘wanted pilot’s phone’ after crash
A helicopter crash pilot's mobile phone was wanted by reality TV star Matt Wright, who asked an associate to collect it at a hospital, a jury has heard.
‘We love Nas’: Saints star makes call on AFL future
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has spoken of his joy and relief that young gun Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera is staying at the club.
Accused wife killer’s bail breach charge dismissed
A man accused of staging his wife's death as a ride-on lawnmower accident said he was asleep when police visited to check he was complying with a bail curfew.
It came out of nowhere: Port captain on false rumour
Port Adelaide captain Connor Rozee says a false rumour about his personal life "came out of nowhere" as he awaits an AFL integrity unit investigation outcome.
Worst injury fears confirmed for Sharks captain
Cameron McInnes is expected to miss the remainder of this NRL season and a significant portion of the next one after scans confirmed a serious knee injury.
Piggery video charges against animal activist dismissed
Charges have been dismissed against an animal rights activist accused of installing a secret camera that allegedly caught a man committing bestiality.
Liberals cling to power as Greens thumb nose at Labor
A state's minority Liberal government will live on, with a Labor bid to get support from the cross bench falling flat.
Hurricane Erin to create dangerous surf along US coast
Erin has intensified to a Category 4 hurricane and will whip up dangerous surf along the US East Coast this week even though it isn't forecast to make landfall.
Dewald and dew a potential Aussie headache in ODIs
Fresh from winning the T20 series 2-1, Australia are aiming to make a fast start against South Africa in their ODI opener in Cairns on Tuesday.
‘People see injustice’: fight goes on for Vietnam vets
Vietnam War veterans are being honoured around the nation but for thousands of Australians, the battle for recognition of their service and suffering continues.
Constant Gardiner: Samoa’s field of dreams in bloom
Payne Haas has walked into Samoa's field of dreams and more may follow as coach Ben Gardiner explains the organic nature of the nation's recruitment success.
Port Adelaide veteran, young Sun to challenge AFL bans
Port Adelaide veteran Ollie Wines will miss coach Ken Hinkley's farewell game against Gold Coast on Friday night unless he can overturn his three-match ban.
‘Loss to GWS a gift’: Suns still confident on finals
Gold Coast may have cost themselves a top-four spot with their loss to GWS, but a home final is still theirs for the taking if they can beat Port and Essendon.
Extensive evidence for cold case triple murder inquest
Three young friends left for an outback motorcycle trip almost 47 years ago only to be later found dead in remote bushland from gunshot wounds.
Cleary urges ‘common sense’ on mid-air tackle ruling
Ahead of a key top-four NRL game against Melbourne, Penrith coach Ivan Cleary hopes a controversial penalty try rule won't impact the game.
EU leaders appeal to Trump to defend Europe’s security
Worried about President Donald Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin, the EU is reaffirming its support for Ukraine and urging the US to defend its interests.
Australian shares higher as central bank cuts rates
Discretionary, banking and utilities stocks have given the local share market a boost as the central bank resumes its easing cycle.
Huge payout tipped after Apple and Google’s Epic loss
Apple and Google could face a hefty bill after they were sued by the developer of online game Fortnite and found to have engaged in anti-competitive conduct.
Storm lose Papenhuyzen, Sharks bitten by centre blow
Melbourne's spine has taken another battering with fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen out of the blockbuster against Penrith, as Cronulla lose Jesse Ramien.
Australia’s win streak ended by S Africa’s rising star
Emerging star Dewald Brevis has smashed a record 125 not out in 56 balls to set up a 53-run victory for South Africa and level the T20 series with Australia.
Israel pummels Gaza City, as Hamas leader due for talks
Israel's bombardment of Gaza City continues, while a senior Hamas leader is expected in Cairo for talks to revive deadlocked ceasefire talks.
Israel bombs Gaza amid call for action against famine
"Famine is unfolding before our eyes," and urgent action is needed in the Gaza Strip, the foreign ministers of 24 countries say.
Real wages boost for workers, but costs might worry RBA
Strong annual growth in wages will be noted by the Reserve Bank as it collates data leading up to its next decision on whether to cut interest rates.
‘Bloody Latham’: court battle wraps after sex act tweet
Former federal Labor leader turned right-wing outsider Mark Latham has gone on a tirade as he defends vilification claims from a rival MP.
Global momentum behind Australia recognising Palestine
Australia has joined a global push to "end the cycle of violence" in the Middle East with its decision to recognise Palestine, the prime minister says.
Trump-Putin meeting a listening exercise: White House
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska for talks on Ukraine that the White House calls a "listening exercise".
‘Tragic’ childcare abuse shouldn’t drive kneejerk shift
Parents are questioning whether to send their children to preschool in the wake of horror abuse reports and trust in the sector is at a new low, advocates say.
AI training pilot to upskill more than 30,000 teachers
Microsoft and the Future Skills Organisation plan to train educators in artificial intelligence to address Australia's technology skills gap.
Tales of the jungle: how WWII’s eyes and ears endured
Facing the threat of Japanese invaders, World War II veterans who provided support to frontline troops were subjected to unbearable conditions.
Aussie duo suffer agonising defeats in steamy Cincy
Alexei Popyrin and fellow Aussie Adam Walton have both suffered close, energy-sapping defeats in the third round of the Cincinnati Open.