The AFL’s second qualifying final at a glance
A guide to the AFL's second qualifying final between Geelong and the Brisbane Lions at the MCG.
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Maverick, master coach: how Hardwick helped Suns rise
Given Damien Hardwick's AFL influences, it is little wonder that the Gold Coast coach is unafraid to speak his mind - or is so successful.
Epstein victims demand Congress force document release
Self-described victims of Jeffrey Epstein have rallied to demand Congress pass laws forcing the release of documents on the convicted sex offender.
Plea for help after Sudan landslide kills over 1000
A rebel group is calling for international help after a landslide "completely levelled" a village in Sudan's Darfur region and killed more than 1000 people.
Tributes flow for ‘vibrant, bright’ school crash victim
A talented student about to hit her teens has been identified as the girl who died in a bus rollover and is being remembered for her infectious personality.
Roosters star Radley ‘hurt’ by links to Smith case
Trent Robinson has launched a staunch defence of Victor Radley after the Sydney Roosters star was dragged into a police probe centred around Brandon Smith.
G’day AI: ChatGPT company reveals its Australian move
Australian companies rank among its top subscribers and OpenAI has announced plans to move an arm of its operations to Australia.
Show us your ‘cojones’: cricket star tests PM on Israel
The prime minister has been urged to sanction Israel during a meeting with cricketer Usman Khawaja who says Anthony Albanese has the "cojones" to take action.
Roosters happy to rain on Bellamy’s Storm parade
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says his team has remained focused on shutting down Craig Bellamy's milestone celebrations despite some off-field turmoil.
‘You’re a racist’: Bob Katter raises fist at reporter
Bob Katter has threatened to punch a journalist after being asked about his Lebanese heritage in the lead-up to anti-migration rallies across the country.
Why coach Adam O’Brien told Knights he was done
Adam O'Brien has admitted speculation over his future was becoming a distraction at Newcastle, before approaching the board to finish up as NRL coach.
Witts revels in moment as Suns ponder big finals call
Ruckman Jarrod Witts lapped up his moment but quickly reset as Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick ponders a sentimental selection for their historic finals debut.
Olympic great undergoes surgery after tumour diagnosis
Olympic kayak champion Jessica Fox has withdrawn from upcoming World Cup events in Europe after revealing she had a tumour removed from her kidney.
Quite a racquet as Open rivals exchange verbal volleys
Crunching on-court groundstrokes were followed by vicious verbal volleys on the sidelines as tempers flared at the US Open in New York.
No worries for Warriors over Penrith’s mass resting
Andrew Webster has made his feelings known over Penrith's decision to rest their entire first-choice side, even if it could impact the Warriors' finals hopes.
Floods kill at least 34 in India-controlled Kashmir
Heavy rains across the Himalayan mountains have killed at least 34 people in the last 24 hours in India.
Door open for Petaia at Reds, Wright nears return
Reds coach Les Kiss is aiming for a top-three Super Rugby finish next year, as Liam Wright nears a return and a favourite son continues his journey.
Innocence ‘irrelevant’ in calculating Folbigg payment
The man who authorised a widely-criticised grace payment to a woman wrongly jailed for 20 years says there's no point meeting with her.
I’m all in: why Eagle Shanahan doesn’t want to go home
Jobe Shanahan says he's not homesick and had no hesitation in going all in on West Coast's rebuild, and he's holding out hope of joining the 200cm club.
Pistol Pete gunning for Wallabies Test return
Pete Samu makes a long-awaited return to the Wallabies squad, with injuries behind a number of changes to the squad for two Tests home against Argentina.
Collusion allegations aired in reality TV star’s trial
Reality TV star Matt Wright visited an injured pilot in hospital out of concern for his welfare not to ask him to doctor flight records, a jury has heard.
Reynolds re-injures hamstring, team man Walters crucial
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds has aggravated a hamstring injury but is hopeful of playing finals as the side's top-four hopes go on the line in Townsville.
Will Curnow follow De Koning, Silvagni out the door?
Carlton have already lost Tom De Koning and Jack Silvagni to rival AFL clubs, now Charlie Curnow is a chance to become the third big name to exit.
Roosters won’t stop Holbrook pursuing Knights job
The door is open for Justin Holbrook to apply for Newcastle's coaching job despite the Sydney Roosters assistant still being on contract for another season.
Social media messages sought in Lehrmann rape case
Bruce Lehrmann has demanded copies of Facebook messages his legal team claims were sent by a Network Ten defamation solicitor to an alleged rape victim.
Social housing not just a ‘nice thing to do’
A housing minister says it was a mistake not to promote a major social housing initiative as a significant economic stimulus package.
Wallabies digest loss of their giant enforcer
Will Skelton and Tom Wright have been huge for the Wallabies of late, and both will be sorely missed when Australia take on Argentina across two Tests.
Two cities lead Australia’s ageing population
Two cities continue to battle it out for the title of Australia's oldest capital, swapping places at the top of the table.
No time to stow the brollies with soggy spring forecast
Spring has not yet sprung but forecasters say a soggy season awaits much of Australia, with parts tipped to receive heavy rainfall and flooding.
Magpies star Daicos wins MVP, tie in coaches award
Nick Daicos has claimed his first AFL Players' MVP trophy, while Gold Coast and Geelong midfielders have split the Coaches Association award.
Geelong star details mental health battle during speech
In a stunning All-Australian interview, Geelong star Bailey Smith has bravely shared he spent four weeks at a mental health facility during a tough 2024.