Under-fire Wallabies dismiss ‘ridiculous’ criticism
World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward's criticism hasn't gone unnoticed with the Wallabies, who must beat the Lions in Melbourne to keep their series alive.
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Wallabies look for another golden moment in Melbourne
The 2001 Lions Test in Melbourne was a triumph for the Wallabies on and off the field, with the current crop hoping for similar success and support at the MCG.
Online shopping rebounds as rate cut talk opens wallets
Australians are spending more online as inflation eases and interest rate cuts seem more likely following a lean period, especially for some home-buyers.
Nats ‘steers’ rumbling in party paddock over net zero
Two aggrieved former Nationals leaders are using their opposition to a net zero emissions target to put pressure on their leader to scrap the party's policy.
Walters will speak to Samoa trio about rep futures
New Australia coach Kevin Walters will deal with the threat of Samoa fielding three of his stars for the Pacific Championships and beyond when the time's right.
Hawks ‘villains’ out to spoil Blues’ Docherty farewell
Carlton have plenty to play for as Jacob Weitering plays his 200th game in Sam Docherty's farewell match, but finals hopefuls Hawthorn want to ruin the party.
Roosters admit halves gamble ‘didn’t work out’
Trent Robinson has addressed his decision to drop Chad Townsend back to reserve grade a week after parachuting the veteran in to the Sydney Roosters' NRL side.
Unwanted Wallabies forward makes case for selection
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto says he's done all he can to break back into the Wallabies, but is resigned to flying home ahead of the second Test in Melbourne.
Bontempelli identifies Bulldogs’ top-eight deficiency
A day after re-signing with the Western Bulldogs for another four years, superstar Marcus Bontempelli knows what they need to bridge the gap to the top teams.
Broncos forward knocks back Manly to sign one-year deal
Tough-as-teak Brisbane forward Kobe Hetherington believes the club can win a title as he targets getting back to lock after inking a new deal.
Jason Sangha pushes Test case with unbeaten double ton
Only 10 wickets fell across four days in Australia A's first-class match against Sri Lanka, but Jason Sangha and Jake Weatherald made sure they cashed in.
‘You could hit kids’: ex-members in ‘cult’ abuse claims
The treatment of kids within a secretive Pentecostal doomsday church has raised further questions about working with children screenings.
Thousands of jobs at risk as miner pleads for support
A major mining company says it may have to mothball two of its operations, putting thousands of jobs in danger, if more government support is not offered.
Indigenous people left ‘out in the cold’ by super funds
Australia's superannuation system is failing Indigenous people with some giving up on their funds due to rigid processes, research has found.
First-year Swan cops five-match ban for homophobic slur
First-year Sydney Swans player Riak Andrew says he's sorry for making a homophobic slur towards an opponent and he deeply regrets his actions.
Australia pays US second $800m for AUKUS amid review
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed Australia's second AUKUS payment to the United States.
May banned for three games for controversial collision
Steven May says he was shocked he didn't arrive to the ball first, but the AFL Tribunal has found him guilty over the collision that concussed Francis Evans
Ukraine, Russia drone strikes after latest peace talks
Ukrainian and Russian representatives have held peace talks in the Turkish city of Istanbul, but the two sides swiftly resumed drone strikes.
Countries have a duty to battle climate change: court
Climate change is "an existential problem of planetary proportions" and countries have a responsibility to take it on, the International Court of Justice says.
Workers optimistic but employers wary over wages bill
Unions and business networks are clashing heads as a government bill to enshrine higher rates of pay for one in seven workers works its way through parliament.
Bank hit with first strike as shareholders push back
Shareholders in Australia's largest investment bank have expressed their concerns over the firm's pay report, resulting in Macquarie's first-ever strike.
RBA not swayed by jobless spike as next rate call looms
Reserve Bank governor Michelle Bullock has pushed back on rate cut expectations and weighed in on Donald Trump's pressure on Fed chair Jerome Powell.
Carlton determined to send Docherty off a winner
Carlton have inspiration personified in two-time cancer survivor Sam Docherty as the Blues attempt to win in his final game before retirement.
EU may get 15 per cent tariff deal with US: reports
The United States and the European Union are close to a trade deal that would feature a 15 per cent tariff on EU goods imported into the US, diplomats say.
House prices break records as rent unaffordably high
Property prices have soared to record highs in most capital cities, prompting buyers to shift expectations amid increasing high rental prices.
Trump was told he is in Epstein files, WSJ reports
A US House Committee will subpoena all Justice Department files on sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as the White House concedes Donald Trump is named in them.
AI-powered, heat-seeking satellites target Aussie fires
Bushfires in the Northern Territory are among the first captured by an artificially intelligent satellite designed to detect and record danger from above.
Pacific nations applaud ‘lifeline’ climate ruling
Pacific Islanders have welcomed a landmark ruling from an international court which could leave polluting nations such as Australia liable for climate impacts.
Axing of US beef ban sparks call for independent review
Australia's surprise decision to open the door to more US beef imports has prompted calls for an independent review amid biosecurity concerns.
Body in creek fourth grim discovery on glitter strip
A woman's body found in a creek marks the fourth grim discovery in less than a week at one of Australia's most popular beach locales.
Hasler hits 500 after songs and curtain rod brawls
Des Hasler prepares to coach his 500th game after showcasing his many sides: ruthless Des, singing Des, curtain rod brawler Des, caring Des and winner Des.