BBL privatisation on hold after Queensland, NSW say no
Cricket Australia chief executive Todd Greenberg says privatisation of the BBL is inevitable, but NSW and Queensland don't want it to go ahead.
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‘Short-sighted’ to criticise tax-free deals: PNG Chiefs
Powerbrokers at the NRL's PNG Chiefs have a message for those criticising the tax-free salaries they are able to offer prospective players.
Jack out of the box to boost Dolphins in new role
The Dolphins have dropped Trai Fuller to prepare him for a future role and recalled rising star Jack Bostock at centre in his first NRL match since last June.
Saints slam ‘compromised’ draft after ‘weak’ changes
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has joined Saints president Andrew Bassat in criticising the AFL for "going weak" on changes to player movement and the draft.
North midfielder in doubt to face Cats, Tiger injured
North Melbourne defender Charlie Comben will return to face Geelong, but his housemate George Wardlaw is battling an illness and in doubt.
Durable Reds flyhalf tosses up Super Rugby options
Harry McLaughlin-Phillips will finally wear the Reds' No.10 jumper at Suncorp Stadium as the durable flyhalf weighs up his options for the next Super season.
Opportunity knocks as Raiders five-eighth ruled out
Jayden Brailey is set to lock down in Canberra's pack against Gold Coast as their player shortage worsens, with Ethan Strange ruled out due to injury.
‘No evidence’ superyacht operator’s son knew of cocaine
A superyacht tour operator's son has denied knowing about cocaine hidden in the hull of a cargo ship after a plot to retrieve the drugs went awry.
Young Saints midfielder thriving after brutal subbing
Twelve months on from being brutally subbed for a poor performance, St Kilda's Hugo Garcia produced a career-defining game.
Crows rally around skipper ahead of derby clash
Crows coach Matthew Nicks says Jordan Dawson won't face Port Adelaide with the bereaved Adelaide skipper taking further time away following his brother's death.
Melbourne speedster a bright light in grim Storm season
Craig Bellamy says Sua Faalogo has been among Melbourne's best players and has earned the right to remain fullback despite the arrival of a new rising star.
‘A good test’: Suaalii and Lomax to go head to head
Former NSW State of Origin teammates Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and Zac Lomax are set to clash in rugby union for the first time at a familiar Sydney venue.
Jack de Belin hungry to prove himself at Parramatta
Jack de Belin might be struggling for form and NRL minutes but the veteran forward is still enjoying a 'refreshing start' to life at Parramatta.
There’s extra feeling for Mahoney against Dogs: Payten
North Queensland coach Todd Payten expects Reed Mahoney will be extra motivated when he comes up against his old side Canterbury in round nine.
UK vows to tackle state-backed threats after stabbings
Britain's government is fast-tracking laws to pursue people who carry out threats for state-sponsored groups following the latest anti-Semitic attack in London.
Accused underworld killer says police have wrong man
A man charged over the planned underworld execution of Gavin Preston has claimed he was not one of the gunmen who shot dead the gangland figure.
Iran threatens painful response if US resumes attacks
Tehran is warning Washington it faces a lengthy conflict if it attacks again, following reports the US has planned a "short and powerful" wave of strikes.
Shock health diagnosis for Storm coach Bellamy
Melbourne have revealed coach Craig Bellamy is battling a neurodegenerative disorder, but will continue to coach the Storm this season.
Zelenskiy seeks details of Putin’s ceasefire proposal
Ukraine wants clarification from US President Donald Trump's team on details of Russia's short-term ceasefire proposal, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Southwell leads late NSW surge to ice Origin opener
Jesse Southwell has helped NSW take an early advantage in the Women's State of Origin series, sparking a late 11-6 Blues win.
Draw by Moore: Hawks, Magpies forced to split points
Hawthorn's Dylan Moore has kicked a goal after the siren to snag the wasteful Hawks the first draw of the AFL season against Collingwood.
Family calls for calm after riot over accused murderer
An alcohol ban has been enforced and rioters are being targeted in an outback town after violence erupted over an accused child murderer's arrest.
‘Three players in one’: Aussie storms Yorkshire cricket
Jess Jonassen has enjoyed a brilliant start to life at Yorkshire, the experienced Australian international nudging selectors again with her dazzling displays.
Fozball has Manly stalwart leaning towards playing on
Manly veteran Jake Trbojevic knows he will retire as a Sea Eagle, but is weighing up whether that happens this year or after one more NRL season.
Hopes of wartime windfall shot down for federal budget
The federal treasurer is being urged not to grandfather tax breaks for asset-holders in the budget as the economic impact of the Iran war worsens.
‘Love that stuff’: Aussie surf champ laps up WSL drama
Ahead of Gold Coast's WSL return, George Pittar is embracing the "controversy and crazy moments" after beating four Brazilians on the way to his maiden title.
PM rubbishes budget tax speculation as home prices slow
Sydney's home price premium over Brisbane and Perth continues to narrow as values retreat in Australia's two largest cities.
King bids farewell to Trump as US state visit ends
The King and Queen have said farewell to the US president and first lady as they near the end of a four-day state visit.
Legal team to meet Myanmar’s detained Suu Kyi soon
Ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been transferred to house arrest, and her lawyers intend to visit her within days to discuss her next legal steps.
UK raises terror threat level after London stabbings
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Jewish people are living in fear in the United Kingdom as authorities raised the country's terrorism threat level.
Iran ‘can’t be trusted’ over Hormuz, as talks stalled
Efforts to end the Iran war remain stuck as Tehran braces for US strikes and a Gulf ally of Washington warns against believing Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.