NRL ‘really comfortable’ with unprecedented finals draw
NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo has defended the league's decision to schedule its preliminary finals further apart than usual.
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Mist opportunities: nasal spray to boost flu immunity
Parents are being urged to get their children vaccinated against the flu, with the planned rollout of new immunisation methods to help overcome needle anxiety.
The dinner pledge that secured Sydney the 2000 Olympics
John Coates' campaign for Sydney to host the 2000 Olympics culminated in a last-ditch financial offer to two African sporting bigwigs in a Monte Carlo hotel.
Climate hearing heats up over ‘explosive’ target detail
As the government prepares to release its 2035 emissions-reduction goal, officials have given more information about how Labor has decided on the figure.
Devastated Fox in a world of hurt to miss home champs
Triple Olympic champion Jessica Fox has confirmed she is out of this month's slalom world championships in Penrith as she recovers from kidney surgery.
Crows not rolling the dice with Rachele return: coach
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says brilliant forward Josh Rachele will return from a 10-week absence due to a knee injury in the semi-final against Hawthorn.
Carlton boss speaks on Curnow, loss of free agents
Carlton chief executive Graham Wright has maintained Charlie Curnow is a required player despite the Coleman medallist's desperation to leave the Blues.
Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic linked to overseas clubs
Tom Trbojevic's name has been floated as a potential option for multiple Super League clubs, raising questions over his future at Manly beyond 2026.
‘Pass the torch’: writers protest over journal’s demise
Supporters of one of Australia's oldest literary journals have staged a protest against a "purely financial" decision to close it down.
Brian To’o won’t listen as body screams to stop
A season of injury frustration won't sway Penrith pocket rocket Brian To'o from playing as tough as usual this finals series.
‘Monster’ jailed for killing partner in violent attack
A woman with a disability who was killed by her "pure evil" partner in a brutal bashing was barely recognisable afterwards, her daughter says.
Officers charged with manslaughter after arrest death
Negligent manslaughter charges have been laid against two police officers after a man died following his arrest in a car park.
Wallabies make call on new fly-half for Argentina Test
Tane Edmed will start at fly-half for the Wallabies for the first time after being named as Tom Lynagh's replacement to face Argentina in Sydney.
Double murder ramps up calls for tougher knife laws
Drums are beating louder for broader search powers to curb knife crime after two fatal stabbings as a government insists state laws are effective.
Beloved fairywrens take slow flight towards extinction
Scientists say a common garden bird species is vulnerable to sudden drops in temperature during more frequent extreme weather events and may become extinct.
Usain Bolt’s message to Gout Gout ahead of worlds debut
Usain Bolt has delivered a simple piece of advice to Gout Gout as the Australian teenage sprint sensation prepares for his first world championships.
‘I’ll talk to Patty’: Aussie boxer in bright lights
A week out from taking over Pat Rafter Arena, Liam Paro is adamant he can dominate at the heavier welterweight division and become a two-weight world champion.
Suns adopt road trip mentality for Gabba mission
Gold Coast plan to reverse their horror record against the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba by tweaking their preparation for their AFL semi-final encounter.
How to bring out-of-sorts Lion back from career low
Alastair Lynch thinks Charlie Cameron can still be Brisbane's semi-final game-breaker and, ironically, pushing him away from goal could be the spark needed.
Make-or-break finals loom early for NRL’s top four
A finals series full of travel and the threat of red-hot teams outside the top four means the week-one clashes could be more important than ever.
Lachie Neale to return to Dockers? Forget about it
Fremantle have ruled out making a play for Lachie Neale, and insist star ruckman Luke Jackson never asked to leave the club.
Lions make big ruck call, Lewis back for Hawks
Sam Day has been squeezed out of Brisbane's side for Saturday's QClash semi-final after the Lions opted to recall Oscar McInerney.
Massive US hunt for sniper who killed Charlie Kirk
A gunman is on the run after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated in a shooting that's drawn renewed attention to political violence in the US.
Israel strike on Qatar ‘killed hope’ of hostage release
Qatar's prime minister has accused Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu of destroying any chance for hostage releases in Gaza after a strike on Hamas in Doha.
Britain sacks US ambassador over Epstein links
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has fired the UK's ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, over his links to the convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Paix secures new Broncos deal, rake race heats up
Brisbane hooker Cory Paix will stay at the club in 2026 after inking a one-year extension, a day after prop Corey Jensen also re-signed.
UN Security Council to meet on Poland drone incursions
Russian drones that crossed into Poland were testing our response, Warsaw says, as the UN Security Council prepares to discuss a breach that alarmed Europe.
Roosters lose star to injury, clinch minor premiership
The unbeaten Sydney Roosters will be sweating on a knee injury to Tarryn Aiken, despite having a week off before the NRLW finals.
Ange jokes he may have to win trophy in his first year
Nottingham Forest's new boss Ange Postecoglou laughs he may have to win a trophy straight away at Nottingham Forest to ensure he gets a second season.
Shooter remains at large as Kirk’s body flown home
US Vice-president JD Vance has flown to Arizona with the body of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, as investigators continue searching for the shooter.
Climate, China concern bookend Pacific leaders meeting
A major Pacific leaders conference has wrapped up, with Australia warned about its stance on major coal and gas projects and "silencing" of Pacific voices.