State euthanasia changes to hinge on conscience vote
Victoria is moving to change its voluntary euthanasia laws after falling behind other states and erecting too many barriers for terminally ill patients.
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Aussies face 1970s-like depletion for Champions Trophy
Not since the days of World Series Cricket have Australia taken such an undermanned pace attack to a global event, leaving them with a tough Champions Trophy.
The brain hacks helping Wallabies star drive Reds’ rise
Wallabies star Fraser McReight has tapped into the power of visualisation and other brain hacks as he attempts to lift the Reds to Super Rugby Pacific glory.
Katoa injured as Sharks play down Hynes pressure
Cameron McInnes says there are no added expectations of Nicho Hynes as Cronulla prepare to play under the neon lights of Las Vegas against Penrith.
Kerr captaincy discussion ‘irrelevant’ for Sermanni
Tom Sermanni insists discussions surrounding whether Sam Kerr will retain the Matildas captaincy is "irrelevant" as he may not be around when she returns.
Rio Tinto profit falls on drop in iron ore price
Weaker iron ore prices have shrunk profit to a five-year low at Rio Tinto, which is also grappling with a shareholder push to scrap its listing in London.
Mitchell to miss first six rounds with hamstring tear
South Sydney's horror summer has continued, with Latrell Mitchell facing a two-month fightback from a hamstring injury and Cameron Murray sidelined long term.
New era begins for Supercars in championship race
A new chapter in Supercars will begin at the Sydney 500, with a revamped format and a finals series hoped to breathe new life into the sport.
Dan McKellar not publicly lobbying for Wallabies job
NSW Waratahs mentor and former Wallabies assistant Dan McKellar says he doesn't expect to be offered the Australian team coaching job to replace Joe Schmidt.
Duo tied to more attacks amid ‘festering’ anti-Semitism
A man accused of targeting a synagogue has also been charged over a graffiti and arson attack at the former home of a Jewish community leader.
Phoenix import Walton firms for NBL Playoffs return
Derrick Walton Jnr is edging closer to returning from a high-grade hamstring injury for South East Melbourne's NBL Playoffs series against the Illawarra Hawks.
‘Petty’: ex-deputy premier slams LNP report release
An ex-deputy premier has slammed a state government after major corruption watchdog reports were released against court rulings, describing it as "petty".
Hawks expect Days and Kell back, Harry Froling pops in
The Illawarra Hawks have welcomed Harry Froling to training, with Trey Kell III and Darius Days both expected back from injury for the NBL playoffs.
‘Strengthened’ bail laws a first call for police chief
The new head of one of Australia's largest police forces says changes to bail laws will be a priority as he steps into the top job.
Man in cuffs for ‘savage’ murder a day after $500k lure
A reward of $500,000 for information about a year-old killing has triggered nearly immediate results, leading to new evidence and a murder charge.
WA thrash Queensland to rise from foot of Shield ladder
Reigning champions Western Australia have climbed off the bottom of the Sheffield Shield ladder by downing Queensland by an innings and 12 runs at The Gabba.
Birrell to lead Australia’s Billie-Jean King Cup charge
New national No.1 Kim Birrell is the first player to be picked for Australia's hosting of Billie-Jean King Cup qualifying ties against Kazakhstan and Colombia.
Bulldogs’ Jacob Kiraz sidelined indefinitely
Canterbury winger Jacob Kiraz has been sidelined by a back injury that has prevented him from training this pre-season.
‘Best prospect’ for caught Australian fighter revealed
Despite the good news that Russia is treating captured Australian fighter Oscar Jenkins as a prisoner of war, his release is unlikely to be immediate.
Flood of troubles continues for shuttered Art Museum
It's unknown when, or if, Brisbane's QUT Art Museum will reopen its doors after flood damage and a decision to nix its 2025 exhibition program.
BHP trims dividend to 8-year low amid weak China demand
BHP will pay shareholders an interim dividend of $A78 cents per share, down from $A1.13 per share a year ago, after a 23 per cent profit drop.
Injustice for priest’s victim-survivors despite death
The death of one of Australia's worst sexual predators will provide cold comfort for the dozens of victims and families he preyed upon, legal experts say.
Police close in on arsonists after innocent life lost
The death of an innocent beloved burlesque performer after a home she was in was set alight in a case of mistaken identity has been linked to tobacco gang wars.
More flights on horizon as airline deal set to take off
Passengers could benefit from more choice and improved convenience as the consumer watchdog provides a green light for a Virgin-Qatar Airways alliance.
Matildas ‘can’t wait’ for acquitted Kerr to be back
Matildas player Ellie Carpenter is throwing her arms around Sam Kerr as the Australian captain nears a return to full fitness.
Robodebt: corruption watchdog to investigate six people
Six public servants involved in the robodebt disaster will be investigated for possible corrupt conduct, offering hope to victims of the illegal welfare scheme.
Canberra Raiders earmark Pattie as long-term hooker
Canberra have re-signed up-and-coming hooker Owen Pattie, as Tyrone Munro and Brodie Jones ink new NRL deals of their own.
Papali’i ready to rebound with Panthers after ‘plateau’
Isaiah Papali'i has admitted his career stalled at the Wests Tigers, but says he's feeling more physically fit and mentally locked at Penrith.
Injured Crow Michalanney to miss rest of AFL pre-season
Adelaide hope defender Max Michalanney will return for round one of the AFL's premiership season after dislocating a thumb in a trial game.
Sea Eagles embrace chaos in bid to end capitulations
Anthony Seibold hopes a summer of training chaos, with weekly mystery sessions, can help eradicate Manly's habit of cracking amid adversity in the NRL.
Kostecki eager to deliver Supercars title for DJR
Making the move from Erebus, former Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki is confident he can help Dick Johnson Racing return to their winning ways.