United striker fit, City’s Socceroo in doubt for final
Melbourne City could be without dashing Socceroos defender Nathaniel Atkinson against Western United, who are adamant their star striker Noah Botic is fit.
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‘I’ve had a wonderful life’: AFL in mourning for great
Robert Walls, who was diagnosed with cancer two years ago, has died after a celebrated AFL career as a player, coach and commentator.
NRL announce new Perth CEO amid Bears PR battle
The NRL has made a surprise announcement on the inaugural CEO of the Perth Bears, in a move likely to give them some media sway in Western Australia.
Watch out Lions: surprise Suaalii boost for Wallabies
NSW Waratahs coach Dan McKellar says Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's broken jaw is not serious and won't sideline the superstar from the British and Irish Lions series.
O’Brien won’t make call on Young’s Knights return
Dominic Young's immediate future remains in limbo, with Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien refusing to bite back at criticism from the Sydney Roosters.
‘We don’t really care’: Yze responds to Tigers’ critics
Critics claimed Richmond wouldn't win a game this season but Adem Yze's Tigers are already eyeing a fourth victory when they take on North Melbourne.
Blue car holds the key to solving synagogue firebombing
A small blue vehicle used as a "communal crime car" holds the secrets to solving several attacks, including a politically motivated synagogue firebombing.
Judge dismisses juror in fatal mushroom cook trial
One of 15 jurors empanelled in Erin Patterson's trial has been discharged over fears they may have discussed her triple murder case with family and friends.
Walls rode VFL’s tough transition to national league
Robert Walls was a premiership player and coach and later a football commentator who was at the coalface as the AFL became a national competition.
Eagles brush away mothball talk for struggling skipper
West Coast are adamant they won't rest Oscar Allen for the remainder of the season, saying they want him out on the field winning matches for the club.
Broncos spurred on to rebrand and retire Buck the horse
Animal activist group PETA has called for NRL club the Brisbane Broncos to rebrand as the Boomerangs and retire their famous mascot, Buck the horse.
Hynes embraces Origin silence as boost for Sharks
Nicho Hynes is enjoying not being rated an Origin contender this time around, and has opened up on why he's happy to address mental health awareness.
Parents, energy company settle over greenwashing claims
A settlement has been reached between a parents' climate action group and one of Australia's largest energy companies over greenwashing claims.
Recount likely as final seats hinge on handful of votes
The election result for the Sydney seat of Bradfield may go down to the last ballot, with just 43 votes separating the Liberal and independent candidates.
‘Wake-up call’ AFL ladder leaders needed
The Brisbane Lions are 12 places higher on the ladder than at the same time last year, but milestone man Cam Rayner believes they haven't been at their best.
Final warning: Cowboys coach cautioned for ref comments
Todd Payten has run foul of the NRL for "repeated and consistent criticism" following his latest tirade aimed at match officials.
Immigration escapee breaks out under new management
Concerns are being raised about unsafe staffing during immigration detainee transfers as police search for a man who carried out a violent escape.
‘It’s bollocks’: Haas slams Maguire’s vocal critics
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has been accused of training his team too hard and one of his former players at Wests Tigers launched a critique on Instagram.
Homework broke ground for Voss with ‘hard arse’ Walls
Carlton coach Michael Voss, who played under Robert Walls at Brisbane, is among many people paying tribute to the late AFL great.
Mother hit with charges over fatal primary school crash
A woman whose car rammed through a suburban school fence into a group of children, killing an 11-year-old boy, is facing two driving charges.
New AFL fixture gives Bulldogs chance to shine
The AFL has planted the Western Bulldogs centre stage in the fixture confirmed for rounds 16-23, with Carlton, Essendon and GWS also prominent.
Record electric truck haul aims to drive down emissions
One of Australia's biggest transport companies will invest in a record-breaking electric truck fleet, including prime movers to be built in Brisbane.
It’s Go time: Aussie opener for Eurovision semi-final
Australian singer-songwriter Marty Zambotto, better known as Go-Jo, will be first of the 16 acts vying for a spot in the Eurovision grand final in Switzerland.
Power star, Bombers defender return to AFL action
Willie Rioli will return after sitting out Port Adelaide's loss in the Showdown, while Essendon welcome back Jayden Laverde to bolster their defence.
Oil dives on US-Iran hopes as stocks surge stalls
A potential US-Iran nuclear deal has caused oil prices to tumble, while global share markets caught their breath as trade optimism died down.
Pacquiao, 46, to return to ring after losing senate bid
Boxing great Manny Pacquiao is coming out of retirement to fight Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight crown in July
Kernick stars as Blues claim women’s Origin series
NSW have won the women's State of Origin series with a game to spare after defeating Queensland 26-6 in Game 2 in Sydney.
Huge prison boost creates stir for justice advocates
A bail crackdown has prompted moves to increase prison bed numbers but opposition politicians say the numbers don't add up.
Blow for Raiders as prized import face three months out
Matty Nicholson will miss the next three month's of Canberra's NRL season after being sent for surgery on a foot and ankle injury.
Aussie players likely to return for IPL resumption
Most Australian cricketers will return for the Indian Premier League resumption, just a week after military conflict forced it to be postponed.
‘Become a skeleton’: tool box body accused found guilty
A mother has delivered a heartbreaking statement after a man was found guilty of murdering her daughter and impersonating her for months to steal money.