‘Good home ground’: McRae relishing Gabba test
Reigning premiers Brisbane at home will be a stern test for Collingwood, whose defence will miss a key player for Thursday night's AFL blockbuster.
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Fourth seat likely, but One Nation faces new challenge
One Nation is on the brink of securing a fourth seat in a state election, but political analysts warn a history of instability is the party's biggest challenge.
‘I’m comfortable’: AFL boss on blood-smearing ban
The chief of the AFL says he's comfortable with the Tribunal's decision to ban a North Melbourne player three games for blood-smearing.
Athletics great joins race to help deliver 2032 Games
Athletics great Cathy Freeman has taken up a key 2032 Olympic advisory role, becoming the latest high-profile star to help Brisbane Games organisers.
Xerri back on Bulldogs’ bench, Foran sticks solid
Bronson Xerri is in the frame for an NRL recall after being listed on Canterbury's bench for the traditional Good Friday clash with South Sydney.
Australia urges probe into Lebanon peacekeeper killings
Israel's ambassador to Australia has defended his country's actions in Lebanon and death penalty laws which have been criticised by the Albanese government.
‘Good luck to him’: Reds roll out Lomax welcome mat
The Queensland Reds expect rugby league convert Zac Lomax to make his debut when the Western Force visit on Easter Saturday.
Thylacines maybe lived on mainland longer than thought
Artists who depicted Tasmanian tigers in rock art hundreds of years ago may have seen the living animal before it died out on the mainland, researchers say.
Impossible to ignore: joy as largest trans flag unfurls
The world's largest trans flag has been unveiled in a moment of joy and pride, in a sign of resistance to policies that have impacted some young people.
Storm teammates emotional after Kamikamica’s stroke
The Melbourne Storm are thinking of teammate Tui Kamikamica as he recovers from a stroke, while they prepare for their match against the Penrith Panthers.
Delay for teen accused of businessman’s fatal stabbing
A teenager accused of murder at a house party was involved in a "complex" psychiatric evaluation that would take longer than first thought, a magistrate heard.
Dragons’ star signing ‘couldn’t care less’ about form
Elite middle forward Keaon Koloamatangi is losing no sleep over St George Illawarra's form even as he prepares to become the club's marquee recruit for 2027.
‘Won’t lie’: Kisnorbo lashes narrative of Victory exit
Patrick Kisnorbo has lashed out at his old club Melbourne Victory as he attempts to resurrect his coaching career at Sydney FC.
‘Best in five years’: Eagle lands on feet at Lions
Oscar Allen credits some tweaks in the gym to his rejuvenation after years of injury concerns before his move from West Coast to the Brisbane Lions.
Jackie ‘O’ no: radio giant stares down another lawsuit
Both halves of the Kyle and Jackie O Show are now at war with their former employer as radio giant ARN faces a second costly lawsuit.
Oil tanker hit by Iranian strike after Trump threats
US President Donald Trump is again threatening the destruction of Iran's energy resources, while an Iranian drone has set ablaze a Kuwaiti oil tanker.
Blues star backs Voss as players’ mentality questioned
Sam Walsh insists Carlton players are taking ownership of their performances as they seek a solution to their damaging second-half fade-outs.
Cats win will be icing on cake for Mitchell milestone
Hawthorn are yet to show they can consistently beat the best AFL sides and Easter Monday will be another stern test for Sam Mitchell's men
Cafes, hotels take swipe at $1.6b consumer card fee win
The RBA has binned surcharge fees on debit and credit card transactions, which it says will save punters $1.6 billion - if businesses pass on the savings.
Win for younger workers with discount pay rates axed
Workers in retail and fast food jobs will be eligible for the full award wage once they turn 18 after a decision from the workplace watchdog.
Lions’ blow with McCluggage return on ice
Hugh McCluggage could miss the Brisbane Lions' Easter Thursday clash with Collingwood after his coach admitted a calf injury wasn't healing as quickly as hoped.
Labor backs above-inflation wage bump for low-paid
Wage increases have not been driving recent inflation pressures and low-paid workers deserve a real pay rise, the government says.
‘Most stringent’: AFL trumpets illicit drugs revamp
The AFL says its new illicit drugs policy, which includes bi-annual hair-testing of all players, is the most stringent in Australian sport.
Long-lived cyclone intensifies as it skirts coast
After traversing three states, Cyclone Narelle could intensify into a category five system as it passes a series of isolated coastal communities.
Fagan’s NBA-style fix to ‘ludicrous’ AFL salary surge
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has tossed up an NBA-style salary cap shake-up to address an issue he fears will "harm" the AFL industry.
‘Run it back’: revenge mission for Gout under spotlight
Gout Gout is brimming with confidence as resumes his sprint rivalry with Lachlan Kennedy in the headline act at a star-laden Maurie Plant meet in Melbourne.
‘Frightening’ arson attack destroys infamous nightclub
A "highly suspicious" blaze that tore through a notorious inner-city nightclub in the early hours was likely a targeted attack, police have suggested.
‘I enjoy taking advice’: Maguire denies Te’o conspiracy
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has been grilled over Ben Teo's resignation as Dolphins mentor Kristian Woolf backs the defensive coach to be a success.
Daniels hits new mark as red-hot Hawks pip No.1 Pistons
Dyson Daniels had Atlanta statisticians searching through the record books after his latest effort as the Hawks beat Eastern Conference leaders Detroit in OT.
Warriors eye best opening month in their NRL history
The ladder-leading Warriors are looking to begin an NRL season with four consecutive wins for only the second time in their 32-year history.
Oil exec handed largest ever fine over contract rigging
A court has fined an oil company $5 million and its chairman $1 million for cartel conduct in a case brought by the competition watchdog.