September-shy Suns can be finals ‘beasts’: Weller
Gold Coast veteran Lachie Weller has some fine company as a finals rookie and insists the Suns can acclimatise quickly to September football.
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Panthers’ Daine Laurie ‘open to anything’ in 2026
Daine Laurie is hopeful of remaining at Penrith next season, but concedes he must be open to a move away if the right offer comes up.
No double chance, no worries says flag-chasing Giant
While only two teams have won the AFL premiership from outside the top four this century, GWS defender Lachie Ash says they play better against the odds.
Wind farm fans ‘death row’ fears for endangered species
Strict conditions imposed by the federal government will do little to protect the environment surrounding a controversial wind farm project, green groups warn.
Sex slave’s ‘extreme pain’ revealed as woman faces jail
A woman found guilty of owning and using two slaves, who were forced into sex work to repay sizeable debts, is poised to be sentenced on six charges.
Taukeiaho turns negotiator as new Manly deal looms
Siua Taukeiaho is closing in on a one-year extension at Manly, after backing himself on return to the NRL and handling his own negotiations on an upgraded deal.
Season could be over for in-form Bulldogs flyer
Jacob Kiraz is facing up to four weeks on the sidelines with his foot injury, potentially ruling the gun winger out for the remainder of Canterbury's season.
Court rules Murray-Darling groundwater plan is invalid
A plan to manage groundwater in the Murray-Darling Basin is invalid, a federal court has ruled following a challenge by Traditional Owners.
‘We relish that’: Daicos, Pies feeding off criticism
Collingwood have been written off by critics after their late-season form slump but head into their AFL qualifying final against Adelaide full of confidence.
A-Leagues move forward as United fight wind-up order
Western United intend to appeal the Federal Court's wind-up order as the A-Leagues prepare for the seasons, with or without them.
Australian surfer loves his Zen as world titles loom
Fatherhood is providing fresh perspective for the Australian in the men's field at the World Surf League world title decider in Fiji.
Controversial bunker call shakes up NRL finals race
A bunker intervention has helped Parramatta in a 26-22 win over the Warriors which blows the NRL's top-four race wide open.
Roosters storm home, leave their Mark in Melbourne
Rugby recruit Mark Nawaqanitawase has bagged four tries as the Sydney Roosters scored 40 unanswered points to down Melbourne in Craig Bellamy's milestone match.
Indonesians rage against death of rideshare driver
Indonesians have descended on the nation's parliament to protest the death of a rideshare driver hit by a police vehicle at a violent demonstration.
Israel pounds Gaza City outskirts as onslaught ramps up
Israel's military has stepped up armed operations around Gaza City, ending temporary pauses there that had allowed aid deliveries.
Zelenskiy seeks higher-level talks on Ukraine security
Ukraine's president is pushing for higher-level international talks on measures to protect his nation after EU defence ministers met in Copenhagen.
Thai PM removed by court, triggering power scramble
A power struggle has erupted in Bangkok, after Thailand's Constitutional Court ousted Thai prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Roosters won’t let Souths’ Smith distract from finals
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says a single focus on an NRL finals berth means his team won't be concerned by facing Souths and hooker Brandon Smith.
Storm warning: Bellamy lays down the law after big loss
Coach Craig Bellamy is demanding a response from his Melbourne players ahead of the NRL finals after their "embarrassing" effort against the Sydney Roosters.
TV star Matt Wright’s chopper crash saga not over yet
Reality TV star Matt Wright faces further legal hurdles after he was found guilty of trying to pervert the course of justice over a fatal helicopter crash.
Man arrested in alpine hunt for accused cop killer
Police have made another arrest as the hunt for Dezi Freeman stretches towards a sixth day with hundreds of officers searching for the accused double murderer.
Threat warning lingers over anti-migrant rallies
Authorities are calling for calm ahead of anti-immigration rallies and counter-protests in Australian cities which could create a "dangerous" situation.
Pacific taste of the Australian dream goes up in smoke
A Pacific mobility scheme giving islanders the chance at earning life-changing salaries in Australia is well-received but hurdles are still hurting locals.
‘Law on our side’: parents push for bold climate target
Historic legal advice from the World Court has informed a Parents for Climate pursuit of science-based emissions cuts.
Young authors hoping croc book inspires next generation
Indigenous Literacy Day is showcasing the strength in stories with a new book about a croc thwarted by local kids and a film made in remote communities.
Most of Trump’s tariffs are not legal, US court rules
An appeals court says Donald Trump had no legal right to impose sweeping tariffs on foreign imports.
Australia signs $400m deportation deal with Nauru
Australia will pay Nauru hundreds of millions of dollars to accept non-citizens who don't have a valid visa as part of a new deal to deport them.
Swallow inspiring Suns as tough AFL finals call looms
Foundation player David Swallow looms as Gold Coast's unlucky man as the club prepares to end a 15-year AFL finals absence.
Brothers set record with 140-day row across the Pacific
A Scottish trio has landed on Australian shores after an arduous 140-day journey across the Pacific, raising more than $1.6 million for clean water projects.
Star playmaker returns with season on line for Dolphins
The Dolphins must beat Gold Coast to keep their semi-final hopes alive as Kodi Nikorima returns from illness to give them a boost.
Three dead in Indonesia protests as govt building burns
Protesters in Indonesia have set a regional parliament building alight, with three people killed and five others injured in the unrest.