AFL star sent to tribunal for wiping blood on opponent
North Melbourne's Tristan Xerri could be suspended for multiple AFL matches after he was charged with serious misconduct for wiping blood on an opponent.
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Dolphins point-scoring guru to join Storm in 2027
Dolphins winger and point-scoring whiz Jamayne Isaako has signed with Melbourne from 2027 as the replacement for Nick Meaney.
Thunderbirds stay perfect with huge win over Firebirds
The Adelaide Thunderbirds have produced a club-record Super Netball win after crushing the Queensland Firebirds by 27 goals in a defensive masterclass.
Davis drives Sydney to one win from being crowned kings
The Sydney Kings have taken a 2-1 lead in the NBL championship series by defeating the Adelaide 36ers in front of the largest crowd in the league's history.
Raiders ‘self-destruct’ as Sharks snap losing streak
Coach Ricky Stuart says the Raiders will have to stiffen up if they are to return to winning ways after Cronulla dealt them a 34-22 loss at GIO Stadium.
Titans find ‘new Fifita’ as Hau stuns Dragons
Gold Coast coach Josh Hannay got his first win of the season as St George Illawarra No.6 Kyle Flanagan was taken to hospital after a shocking head knock.
‘He’s not good’: Flanagan taken to hospital after clash
St George Illawarra five-eighth Kyle Flanagan has been taken to hospital in a neck brace after a sickening head clash in the 22-14 loss to the Titans.
‘Going to be great’: returning Wilton lauds old friend
Cronulla's Teig Wilton believes anything is possible for his junior club mate Noah Martin after Canberra's second-rower shone against the Sharks.
Embattled motorists win bowser relief as taxes slashed
The government has moved to cut taxes on petrol and diesel, as the Middle East war sends global oil prices through the roof.
‘We can cause headaches’: Oscar buoyed by big weekend
Elated by one of the best weekends he's ever enjoyed in Formula One in Suzuka, Oscar Piastri has predicted McLaren can now cause headaches for Mercedes.
Tree-changers seeking smaller communities for new lives
City-dwellers are increasingly moving to smaller communities rather than regional cities to escape housing and transport costs, a report has found.
Pianist to tour Australia amid legal row with orchestra
Concert pianist Jayson Gillham will return to Australia for a self-presented tour, as his court case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra continues.
Israel reports attack from Yemen as Iran war escalates
Pakistan is preparing to host talks aimed at ending the latest conflict engulfing the Middle East as Iran and Israel continue to trade strikes.
Russia’s Ust-Luga port damaged by more Ukrainian drones
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is seeking support from Gulf states for Ukraine's war against Russia and is offering air defence expertise.
‘Evil man is dead’: Dezi Freeman hunt ends in shooting
Double police killer Dezi Freeman was armed when shot dead by officers after refusing to surrender in a three-hour stand-off.
Flanagan leaves hospital, Eels gun out for two months
St George Illawarra's Kyle Flanagan has been cleared of a serious neck injury and released from hospital following a sickening head clash on the Gold Coast.
‘Don’t give up’: Woodland savours special PGA Tour win
The Australians performed strongly as former US Open champion Gary Woodland claimed an improbable victory at the Houston Open.
Kenny ban allows Panthers to unleash ‘fresh energy’
Freddy Lussick is expected to start at hooker against Melbourne as Penrith No.9 Mitch Kenny faces an NRL suspension.
McAndrew shines as SA go back-to-back in Shield
Nathan McAndrew, who has overcome a form of vertigo, was named player of the final as SA won back-to-back Sheffield Shield titles for the first time.
Blood smear ‘brain fade’ costs Xerri three AFL games
The AFL Tribunal has suspended Kangaroos ruckman Tristan Xerri for three games after he smeared blood on the face of Essendon captain Andrew McGrath.
Coffee and friendly fire: The key to Sasagi’s hot form
Canberra's Simi Sasagi has opened up on his friendship with Xavier Savage as he looks to continue his glittering start with Matt Timoko hot on his heels.
Socceroos embrace Cup auditions with end goal in sight
Milos Degenek has been to two World Cups, and he and his teammates can show they should be in Tony Popovic's squad.
Differing accounts in case against AFL champions
More alleged suspects have been interviewed as police prosecute two AFL premiership stars over a wild brawl outside a pub.
‘Important to keep’: Titans target new deal for Hau
Gold Coast raw talent Arama Hau is another local junior the Titans are keen to secure long-term after his match-winning display against St George Illawarra.
Ex-AFL player faces jail time after guilty verdict
A former footballer has been taken into custody after a jury convicted him of ripping off families with his pool business, following four trials for the matter.
Broncos gun suffers lengthy injury blow as recalls loom
Scans have confirmed Broncos winger Grant Anderson will miss up to 12 weeks as two outside backs prepare for a starting side recall.
Trump ‘no problem’ with Russian oil tanker in Cuba
Donald Trump appears to have relaxed a de facto US oil blockade on Cuba as a Russian tanker full of crude oil enters the Caribbean island's waters.
WTO talks end in deadlock after Brazil blocks deal
In a "major setback for global trade", the World Trade Organization has failed to secure a collective decision on e-commerce during talks in Cameroon.
Storm shock as forward suffers suspected stroke
Melbourne NRL player Tui Kamikamica is in hospital following a suspected stroke after suffering a medical episode on Monday morning.
Indonesian UN peacekeeper killed in southern Lebanon
A United Nations peacekeeper from Indonesia has been killed and three others have been injured after a projectile exploded near a southern Lebanese village.
PNG Chiefs coach reveals NRL recruitment ambitions
Would-be PNG Chiefs players must put the club's culture before cash, says highly-rated foundation coach Willie Peters.