Space mushrooms: Aussie research will test flying fungi
A world-first experiment led by Australians will put mushrooms in space for the first time and determine if they can be a tasty addition to astronauts' diet.
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Walker to reinforce Eels, Brailey signs with Raiders
Dylan Walker has been released from the rest of the final season of his Warriors contract as off-contract Jayden Brailey finds a new NRL home for 2026.
Surfboard found intact in search for missing officer
Land and sea searches are continuing for an "extremely fit" police officer who once headed the water police, after his surfboard was found on a beach.
Helicopter pilot among dead as S.Korea battles fires
At least 24 people have died, including a helicopter pilot, and thousands have fled their homes as dry winds whip up some of South Korea worst-ever wildfires.
Sliding inflation builds hopes of interest rate cut
Another interest rate cut is firmly on the table with analysts expecting the Reserve Bank to seriously consider the move on the back of fresh inflation data.
Shadow of doubt: cricket appeal for stadium roof review
Cricket's national body is unsure whether the sport can be played at a planned new stadium because of shadows caused by the design of its roof.
Moving on: Suns recruit Noble puts Pies pain behind him
Gold Coast trade recruit John Noble is eager to move on from his traumatic Collingwood exit as he eyes finals success with Damien Hardwick and the Suns.
Bennett wants trade windows, rules out Souths DCE play
Wayne Bennett has described the Daly Cherry-Evans scenario as a "self-destruct button" on the NRL season, as he calls for trade windows to be introduced.
Souths wants Johnston to stay, break tries record there
Wayne Bennett says South Sydney will open talks with Alex Johnston over a new contract, as the winger resumes his pursuit of Ken Irvine's try-scoring record.
Australia survive Kerr heroics to complete NZ whitewash
Young stars Georgia Voll and Annabel Sutherland proved to be the difference in Australia's eight-run victory over New Zealand in the third and final Twenty20.
Flood saturates farthest inland town with rains to come
Flooding has reached Queensland's farthest inland towns, with waters cutting off roads and telecommunications the state's southwest.
Debut set for Port young gun with Tourette syndrome
Tom Cochrane will become the first AFL player with Tourette syndrome when he makes his debut for Port Adelaide against Essendon on Thursday night.
‘Done plenty of talking’: Api downplays Tigers’ start
Wests Tigers are the unlikely owners of the NRL's best defensive record through three rounds but co-captain Api Koroisau is remaining level-headed.
Brisbane to regain first Test of summer after Olympics
The Queensland government is trumpeting a deal that will ensure the first Test at the new Brisbane Stadium will open the 2032-33 Ashes.
Heartbroken Dockers aim to bounce back in western derby
Fremantle are 0-2 following losses to Geelong and Sydney, but the players remain upbeat heading into Sunday's derby against arch rivals West Coast.
Suaalii set to make long-awaited return for Waratahs
Code-crossing superstar Joseph Suaalii has been named to make his injury comeback for the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Hurricanes.
American dream: Petaia’s NFL audition day arrives
Wallabies talent Jordan Petaia and the 13 other NFL aspirants will strut their stuff at South Florida's pro day, following their 10-week training camp.
Titans brace for lengthy Kini absence, new No.1 a gun
Gold Coast No.1 Keano Kini will visit a neck specialist on his latest injury but his speedy replacement Jaylan De Groot has been backed to slot in and shine.
Up in smoke: billions wiped off tobacco tax forecast
A booming tobacco black market has created a taxation deficit and forced a belated national crackdown on dodgy retailers and criminal gangs.
Kennedy and Gout vie for Aussie sprint supremacy
Australian men's sprint stars Lachlan Kennedy and Gout will take centre stage with Letsile Tebogo and others at the Maurie Plant Meet in Melbourne.
Woman tortured, neglected young girl for months: police
Police have alleged a woman assaulted, tortured and neglected a four-year old girl over, leaving her with bruising, burns, fractures and disfigurement.
Gamble pays off in Jenkins’ unlikely Penrith return
Penrith back Tom Jenkins has gone from training with St Mary's in third-grade Ron Massey Cup to playing for the four-time premiers Penrith inside six months.
‘Work to do’ as Larkham laments Brumbies’ composure
Coach Stephen Larkham has challenged his ACT Brumbies to improve their in-game composure and has backed an uncapped pair for Test honours.
‘Out of the shadows’: Willison must take Broncos step
Xavier Willison is the most promising young prop in Brisbane's arsenal but club legend Petero Civoniceva says it is time for him to make an emphatic mark.
Rapper’s young killer ‘wanted to become a gangster’
A young man who killed a rapper in a home invasion gone wrong wanted to be a gangster and planned to supply a gun for another burglary months later.
Kings happy to miss young NBL star Toohey for 15 years
Australian young gun Alex Toohey will throw his hat in the ring for the NBA draft this year after two NBL seasons with the Sydney Kings.
Hasler equates Cherry-Evans drama to viewing reality TV
Des Hasler has had a rocky road with Manly, but is surprised Daly Cherry-Evans could end his NRL career away from the Sea Eagles.
Teacher denies duty ‘not to have sex with students’
A female teacher accused of decades-old child abuse has claimed that by 1970s' standards she was under no obligation to refrain from sex with students.
Australia set for first rugby league Ashes in 22 years
A generation of Australian players will embark upon their first Test tour of England later this year as the Ashes returns to the rugby league calendar.
Ex-MP’s alleged disturbing question to 13-year-old
A former Liberal MP asked a disturbing question before sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy he met on a gay hook-up app, prosecutors have alleged.
Another retailer goes out of fashion, 600 jobs at risk
Retail chain Jeanswest has collapsed after more than five decades in business, threatening hundreds of jobs with more than 90 stores likely to close.