Ex-Bomber Zaharakis to race Ironman world championships
David Zaharakis played 226 AFL games, but now the 34-year-old is preparing to compete in his first Ironman 70.3 world championship.
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Stats show top order crucial for third Test in Brisbane
Data shows surviving the new ball is crucial in determining the eventual winner in Tests at the Gabba, putting the onus on Australia's top order in Brisbane.
Liberal leader to ‘keep fighting’ after defamation loss
State Liberal leader John Pesutto is vowing to remain in his role, even after a Federal Court judge found he defamed expelled state MP Moira Deeming.
PM bets his ‘life’ NRL players will be safe in PNG
The NRL will feature a Papua New Guinea-based franchise from 2028 after two years of planning culminated in an official announcement in Sydney.
Early rates cut all but dashed as unemployment dips
Australia's unemployment rate has unexpectedly fallen to 3.9 per cent, bolstering the argument for the Reserve Bank of Australia to keep rates on hold.
Growing backlog as green tape chokes energy investment
A group of developers has warned of significant delays to the renewable energy needed to power Australian homes and businesses as green tape chokes investment.
Israeli air strikes kill 38 across Gaza Strip: medics
Israel says it has killed two senior Hamas commanders in air strikes while medics in the Gaza Strip say the attacks have left at least 38 people dead.
Syrian rebel chief vows to dissolve Assad regime forces
The leader of Syria's rebel forces that overthrew Bashar al-Assad pledges to close the former regime's notorious prisons.
NRL sure PNG team can be strong despite November 1 rule
A PNG-based team is set to enter the NRL in 2028, but current rules mean they must wait almost two years to begin negotiating with contracted players.
Papenhuyzen sticks with Storm through 2026 season
Admitting Melbourne's initial offer was an ego blow, fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is comfortable about his Storm future after signing a contract extension.
UN General Assembly demands immediate Gaza ceasefire
The UN General Assembly has approved resolutions demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and backing the UN relief agency for Palestinian refugees.
Australia’s Gaza ceasefire support splits community
Humanitarian organisations and Palestinian Australians have welcomed Australia's support for a ceasefire in Gaza but the Jewish community has raised concerns.
Trump invites China’s Xi to attend inauguration: report
Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration in January, multiple sources told CBS News.
Bulldogs $6m abuse payout slashed, but verdict upheld
A man abused by a Bulldogs volunteer as a child has had his almost-$6 million payout from the AFL club more than halved, but his lawyers say it is still a win.
Interim Syrian leader vows to rebuild shattered nation
The rebel-backed interim leader of Syria aims to bring back millions of refugees and protect citizens while facing up to the nation's poor financial state.
Thousands of families could benefit from free childcare
More than 60,000 families would access three days of free childcare while an access test branded punitive will be scrapped under a Labor policy.
PM lashes anti-Semitic attacks as evil and disgraceful
Anthony Albanese has delivered an impassioned call for Australians to unite around common values and respect after two attacks on Jewish communities.
Interest rate relief edges closer as RBA changes tune
Australia's central bank is sounding more confident it can beat inflation in welcome signs for mortgage-holders, home-buyers and the federal government.
Ukraine strikes Russian port and claims oil depot hit
A southern Russian port has been hit by Ukrainian missiles while drone strikes triggered a fire at an oil depot, officials and various media reports say.
Wanted: one million Aussies, Kiwis to learn AI skills
Microsoft wants to train at least one million Australians and New Zealanders in how to use AI tools over the next two years as part of a worldwide push.
Women in immigration detention put beside sex offenders
Male sex offenders in Australian immigration detention centres are being housed next to vulnerable women, human rights inspectors have found.
‘A game changer’: help on way for rural women with endo
Rural women who live with the agony of endometriosis say a scholarship program to train nurses will help improve their quality of life and access to care.
Israeli airstrikes kill dozens in Gaza, medics say
Women and children are among more than 20 people killed in an Israeli airstrike on a house in northern Gaza, medics in the besieged enclave say.
Jewish community reels after ‘cowardly’ graffiti attack
Australia has been diminished as a nation by graffiti and a car fire the prime minister says was aimed at delivering fear to the Jewish community.
Rex directors face grounding for silence over $35m hole
Four Rex directors failed to disclose the troubled airline's financial position after expressing optimism for future profits, the corporate regulator alleges.
Workers protest CFMEU takeover as court battle starts
Blue-collar unionists are rallying against a forced takeover of the construction union, saying the laws strip them of their rights, as a legal challenge begins.
Carney gives Broncos players pep-talk on NRL pitfalls
Broncos prop Payne Haas says players have benefited from listening to Todd Carney speak about making good choices as he relishes his time under Michael Maguire.
Husband pleads guilty over crash that killed Olympian
Champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty to a new charge over the crash the led to death of his wife, Melissa Hoskins.
Socceroos aim to feel right at home for WC qualifier
With their hopes of direct World Cup qualification hanging in the balance, the Socceroos are eager to enjoy home comforts when they host Indonesia in Sydney.
Premier gags any bills or changes to abortion laws
No bill or amendments to abortion legislation will be allowed under a surprise motion put forward by a premier that blindsided MPs on all sides of the chamber.
Insurance giant sued over ‘loyalty tax’ on policies
A class action has been filed against NRMA Insurance's parent on behalf of millions of customers allegedly ripped off on home and contents insurance policies.