Pasifika soar high but Highlanders pluck Super win
Moana Pasifika's former Brisbane Broncos talent Israel Leota improved his stocks with a spectacular try on rugby's Super Round main stage in Christchurch.
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Edwards sends Origin reminder as Panthers belt Knights
Penrith remain ensconced atop the NRL ladder after comfortably defeating Newcastle at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Right-wing leaders tout migrant crackdowns before poll
Pauline Hanson and Matt Canavan have addressed an anti-immigration rally in Canberra, focusing on migration levels ahead of the Farrer by-election.
Mavericks into fourth with thrilling win over Firebirds
The Queensland Firebirds have been left counting the cost of a late non-call after suffering a one-goal home loss to the Melbourne Mavericks.
Drua blow their chance to add Chiefs’ Super scalp
The Fijian Drua were in the arm-wrestle against the Chiefs before some forgettable moments blew open the contest to complete Christchurch's Super Round.
Lions destroy Crows with statement win at the Gabba
The reigning premiers may be a couple of games off the pace but showed why they are still the team to beat this season with a gaping home win over Adelaide.
Foran breaks coaching record in Manly’s win over Eels
Manly's Kieran Foran has entered rarefied air, becoming the first interim coach in the NRL's grand-final era to begin his tenure with four straight wins.
Dawson performance full of courage, coach says
After enduring a family tragedy, Jordan Dawson stood tall for the Adelaide Crows as his side's best player against the reigning premiers.
Strikes kill at least 16 on Chernobyl anniversary
At least 16 people have been killed by strikes in Ukraine and Russia on the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.
Mali’s defence minister killed in major weekend assault
Mali's defence minister has been confirmed killed in an attack on his home during a wave of insurgent strikes across the nation.
Aussie manufacturing boost in $1.2b fleet upgrade
Australia is selling one of its most prized military vehicles to the Netherlands as the government also moves to shore up its own defence force.
‘Manosphere’ rise requires new gender equality approach
Gender equality activists have gathered for a landmark conference aimed at charting a new way forward as anti-rights movements gain traction.
Giteau’s No.10 plea, query of Wallabies’ forgotten man
Matt Giteau wonders why Ben Donaldson fell down the Wallabies' pecking order and wants an early call made on who wears the No.10 leading into the World Cup.
Iran envoy goes to Russia, Trump says ‘call us’ to talk
Iran's foreign minister has flown to Moscow to seek Russian support, while Donald Trump says Tehran can phone the US if it wants to discuss ending the war.
Calls for plane crash-style probes as road deaths rise
More people are dying on Australia's roads every year, but the peak motoring body says plane crash-style investigations could lead to change.
Shooting suspect ‘sick guy’ with alarming views: Trump
A gunman allegedly sent a manifesto calling himself "Friendly Federal Assassin" just before attempting his attack on the White House correspondents' dinner.
Security vs welfare: Australia’s ‘ISIS brides’ dilemma
A group of Islamic State-linked women and children are again attempting to return to Australia, sparking fresh debate over how to manage the associated risks.
Heartbreak, outpouring of support as inferno kills kids
A community is rallying around a local family after a house fire killed two children and hospitalised four siblings and their father.
Positive vibes: in-form Demons eyeing another upset
Melbourne have been one of the success stories of the AFL season so far and are growing in confidence ahead of a clash with ladder leaders Sydney.
Outback manhunt as abduction fears rise for little girl
A recently released prisoner is the focus of a manhunt after a five-year-old girl went missing at an outback community in a suspected abduction.
Sea Eagles enforcer faces stiff opposition for NSW spot
Haumole Olakau'atu has been linked with a State of Origin recall amid brilliant form at Manly, but a rival second-rower could stand in his way.
‘Might have been the end’: Perham gets Broncos boost
Hayze Perham shone for Brisbane in his first NRL starting match in 964 days and he's hungry for more after an ACL tear had him on the brink of retirement.
Magistrate’s son to face trial over child abuse charges
The son of a magistrate will face trial accused of 129 charges including dozens for alleged child sexual offences, a court has ruled.
King jets to US for trip eclipsed by Iran and shooting
King Charles is visiting the US, aiming to strengthen ties despite tensions over the Iran war and concerns over a shooting that likely targeted the president.
Key duo on verge of return for stunned Crows
Adelaide coaching director Murray Davis says some key players are likely to return for the round-eight grudge match against Port Adelaide.
Coast clear as response to toxic algal bloom eased
Improved water quality has triggered the scaling back of a state's multi-million-dollar response to a toxic algal bloom but fishing closures remain in place.
Family’s ‘life sentence’ after carer murdered by friend
The family of a much-loved carer who was murdered by his friend and patient say they have been handed a life sentence following his brutal death.
Koroisau’s Origin hopes in tatters as Tigers accept ban
NSW hopeful Api Koroisau will not play again before the State of Origin series opener after accepting a three-match ban for his hip-drop tackle on Noah Martin.
‘Frustrating’: GWS young gun opens up on injury lessons
GWS rising star Aaron Cadman has described how relying on team doctors has helped him after he starred in the Giants' win against the Kangaroos.
Dogs captain weighs in on ‘harsh’ Galvin criticism
Lachlan Galvin's struggling form has come under the microscope, but the divisive playmaker has been backed to become an NRL great.
Port’s sought-after star opens up on future
Port Adelaide's acting captain Zak Butters has addressed persistent questioning over his future in the face of lucrative offers from Victoria.