Storm’s Bellamy names arch-rivals as NRL benchmark
While his own Melbourne Storm team searches for consistency, coach Craig Bellamy has named two rival clubs as the NRL benchmark.
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Australians warned to not jump the gun on tax return
The national tax office has warned Australians to be patient in lodging their tax returns as the financial year comes to an end.
Sea Eagle Trbojevic not thinking about fullback return
Manly will consider whether Tom Trbojevic returns to fullback after next week, but the Sea Eagles star is not treating his centres shift as a short-term move.
Cowboys told to worry about fixing errors, not Titans
Todd Payten has told his players it's on them as individuals to cut the errors out of their game, as North Queensland fight to snap a mid-season form slump.
How will Dockers fans respond to Ross the Boss?
Fremantle were humbled by St Kilda eight weeks ago and there will be added intrigue to Sunday's re-match given Ross Lyon will come face to face with Freo fans.
East coast braces for wild weather as low looms
One of the nation's busiest cities is bracing for possible flash flooding, with two-day rain totals of over 200mm predicted to inundate the east coast.
Coach wants more to keep Suns shining in AFL finals bid
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick says his players have plenty to work on despite getting back into the AFL top eight with a 19-point win over Melbourne.
Walsh makes Origin case as Broncos pip wounded Warriors
Reece Walsh was heavily involved in his final Maroons audition as the resurgent Broncos beat a Warriors team that lost two key men to injury.
Israel’s Netanyahu slams Gaza aid shooting report
Israeli leaders have condemned as "malicious falsehoods" allegations that soldiers were ordered to shoot at Palestinians approaching aid sites in Gaza.
Goodwin wants Lever confident for Demons return
Melbourne's AFL loss to Gold Coast won't change coach Simon Goodwin's plan to get Jake Lever back loving football.
No white flag as wounded Warriors wait on scans
Warriors stars Luke Metcalf and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad have both suffered potentially long-term knee injuries in a second-straight NRL loss.
Gunston sinks seven as Hawks hammer hapless Roos
Hawthorn have extended their run of wins in Launceston to nine with an 85-point annihilation of North Melbourne, with Jack Gunston and Mabior Chol starring.
Perfect 10: Fever torch Lightning in record fashion
Alice Teague-Neeld starred in her 100th game to steer West Coast Fever to a record 10th straight Super Netball win.
Flanagan hits out at critics after gutsy Dragons win
St George Illawarra had no fit players on their bench for the final 15 minutes. Somehow they held out surging Parramatta.
Arrest as remains found in search for missing man
Police have made an arrest after finding human remains as they investigate the suspicious disappearance of a man who's been missing for a month.
Hammer time as Dolphins soar back into NRL top eight
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow scored four tries in a timely pre-Origin performance as the Dolphins streaked clear of South Sydney and shot back into the NRL's top eight.
Lions suffer injury blow in 54-7 win over Western Force
The British and Irish Lions will be sweating on the fitness of Tomos Williams after he copped an injury but they also showcased a rising star in Henry Pollock.
Ladder-leading Magpies given major scare by Eagles
Collingwood have strung together a seventh straight victory, downing a brave West Coast by 29 points at Marvel Stadium.
Final bash set to end lavish Bezos wedding party
A beaming Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez waved as they left their luxury Venice hotel for a last night of partying to celebrate their lavish wedding.
Papalii gets Origin comeback for ages, Hammer new No.1
Josh Papalii has earned an unexpected State of Origin recall as coach Billy Slater moves Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow to fullback and gives Gehamat Shibasaki a debut.
Minority premier takes campaign crack at independents
A state Liberal premier who has presided over two minority governments has taken an election campaign shot at independents for creating "division".
Pay penalties to be saved as workers score wage win
Weekend penalty rates will be protected by the federal government as minimum wage workers are about to get a boost to their pay packets.
Saluting Maya: Joint’s jumping again as Wimbledon looms
Maya Joint has given Australia's Wimbledon army the perfect boost by winning her first grass-court tournament at Eastbourne.
G7 agrees to avoid higher taxes for US, UK companies
Firms from the United States and the United Kingdom will be exempt from a global tax agreement following a G7 announcement.
Lawson’s busted shoulder adds to Dragons’ heroic win
St George Illawarra winger Nathan Lawson left WIN Stadium with his arm in a sling, after having to play through a shoulder injury with no reserves on the bench.
Zelenskiy calls for US help amid Russian air barrage
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for more US support to boost Ukraine's air defences after a Russian attack involving hundreds of drones and missiles.
Patients seek reassurances after IVF mix ups
IVF experts say there's been an uptick in nervous parents reaching out for reassurance after two devastating mix ups have eroded patient trust in the industry.
Iran signals openness to transfers of uranium abroad
An Iranian representative reportedly says the country's stocks of enriched uranium could be transferred elsewhere as part of a deal with the United States.
Workforce worries cast shadow over net zero transition
From wind farms to EV chargers, electricians are key to decarbonisation but even with a steady stream of keen trainees, workforce shortages loom large.
Israel orders Gaza evacuations as Trump urges war’s end
An Israeli official says the military believes the Gaza campaign is close to reaching its objectives and expanded fighting may endanger the remaining hostages.
Capability to dictate Australian defence spending
A senior minister says Australia will base its defence spending around capability and giving the armed forces what they need to protect the country.