Kangaroos down Tonga in Pacific Championships victory
Australia have shut out Tonga 18-0 in Brisbane to deny the visitors a fairytale second straight win against the Kangaroos.
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Drone strike launched at Israeli prime minister’s house
A drone has been launched toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home in the northern Israeli town of Caesarea.
Meninga ponders changes to new-look Roos against Kiwis
Mal Meninga will toss up his selection options to face New Zealand after the Kangaroos shut out Tonga 18-0 to begin the Pacific Championships in Brisbane.
Royals take a sunny stroll in Aussie whistlestop tour
King Charles and Queen Camilla are about to start a busy program of official events across two cities over the course of three days.
Storm threat remains as wild weather starts to ease
Showers and storms are set to linger in eastern Australia following days of wild weather, while some residents remain on alert for thunderstorms.
‘Battler’ Harry Coffey claims dream Caulfield Cup win
Ciaron Maher-trained Duke De Sessa has won the $5 million Caulfield Cup ahead of Chris Waller pair Buckaroo and Land Legend.
Premier apologises for ‘sub-optimal’ hospital care
Queensland's premier has had a bump in the polls a week out from the state election as he issues a personal apology on the campaign trail.
Independent wins beach battle in Liberal-teal fight
The Liberal Party has retained two seats and lost another in its latest tussle with the teals in three by-elections.
Greg Lynn’s first night in jail after murder sentence
The Victorian Supreme Court room was packed with family and friends of murdered camper Carol Clay when former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn learnt his fate.
Triumphant Labor extends reign to 27 years in ACT
Canberrans have returned Labor and the Greens to power in the ACT, resigning the Liberals to more than a quarter of a century in the political wilderness.
Peace call after Hamas leader’s death, ceasefire doubts
The prime minister and foreign minister have used the death of Hamas' leader to reiterate calls for the war in Gaza to end but experts say this is unlikely.
Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners of war
Russian and Ukrainian prisoners of war have been returned to their respective nations in a swap deal mediated by the United Arab Emirates.
Harris, Trump spar over who has stamina to be president
Donald Trump says he is exhilarated, not tired, as he defended himself in the face of questions about his stamina on the campaign trail.
Liam Payne’s ex-partner calls for restraint after death
Pop singer Cheryl has spoken of her grief at ex-partner Liam Payne's death and called for people to respect the former One Direction member's dignity.
Labor, LNP ‘broken’, minor parties look to gain ground
Queensland's crossbench is tipped to expand on October 26 as support for minor parties across the state grows while Labor and the LNP fight to retain seats.
Beaches reopen after baffling tar ball mystery
Remaining Sydney beaches affected by tar balls have been cleared to reopen this weekend as authorities continue trying to identify who or what was responsible.
Reluctant search and rescue heroes celebrated at awards
A search coordinator who helped pull off the extraordinary rescue of two pilots forced to ditch into the Pacific has been recognised for his team's efforts.
De Minaur suffers major blow in ATP Finals quest
Alex de Minaur's hopes of making the ATP Finals have suffered a blow with his Antwerp defeat but fellow Sydneysider Aleksandar Vukic had a huge win in Almaty.
‘Like the Opera House’: the tiny halls that loom large
Country halls remain at the heart of small towns in times of both celebration and disaster, but their longevity largely depends on the kindness of locals.
Tszyu lands psychological blow at world title weigh-in
Tim Tszyu will be armed with one of his father's most cherished spiritual weapons when he fights Bakhram Murtazaliev for the IBF super-welterweight title.
Disunity is death but Liberals remain in pole position
State and territory Liberals have endured a week of unrest and agitation but things are still looking up for the party on several electoral fronts.
Talagi learning from Luai ahead of Panthers move
Penrith recruit Blaize Talagi will pick Jarome Luai's brain as he eyes the Panthers five-eighth spot once held by the Samoa captain.
Australia must repeat history after T20 World Cup shock
Australia used the shock of their 2017 women's World Cup exit to become the best team in the world. They must repeat that after their shock Twenty20 loss.
Healing call as centenary marked at notorious boys home
Stolen Generations survivors are calling for Kinchela Boys Home to become a place of truth-telling and healing on the institution's 100th anniversary.
Trump says would impose tariffs if China invades Taiwan
Donald Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if were to "go into Taiwan", and US military intervention would not be needed there under his leadership.
N.Korean troops in Russia ‘ready for combat in Ukraine’
South Korea's spy agency says 1500 North Korean troops have been shipped to Russia and are expected to be deployed for combat in Ukraine.
Brisbane star Mam facing investigation after drug test
Brisbane are seeking more information from police on star five-eighth Ezra Mam's roadside drug test, after he was involved in a head-on collision.
Police probe deaths of mother and two children in river
A mother and her two children have died after they were seen in distress in a waterway in Sydney with police trying to determine exactly what happened.
Dutton sets up housing showdown with big build pledge
With housing affordability expected to dominate the federal election campaign, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has unveiled a $5 billion plan to boost supply.
Bella Nipotina becomes first mare to win Everest
Bella Nipotina has won the $20 million The Everest, becoming the first female horse to win the world's richest race on turf.
Suns rise to eclipse Swans for first win of AFLW season
Jacqueline Dupuy has launched Gold Coast to their first AFLW victory of the season after kicking a late goal in their four-point win over Sydney.