Storm’s new big four prepares to halt Penrith dynasty
Melbourne will claim their first post-Cameron Smith premiership if they beat a Penrith side chasing a fourth consecutive crown in Sunday's grand final.
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Millie Elliott’s shot at Lazarus-like rugby league feat
Sydney Roosters prop Millie Elliott will become the first NRLW player to win grand finals at three different clubs if her team beats Cronulla at Accor Stadium.
Strikes shake Beirut as Israel expands Lebanon campaign
Heavy strikes have shaken southern Beirut as Israel says it has made "targeted strikes" on Hezbollah storage facilities and terrorist infrastructure.
Coal town to battery base: firm keen to make power move
Renewable energy companies are eyeing opportunities in traditional coal-mining towns as part of Australia's electricity transition.
Doctor dedicated to Indigenous people’s ‘genetic story’
An Indigenous genomics researcher has been recognised with a fellowship with the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering.
Defiant pro-Palestine supporters vow to keep rallying
Pro-Palestine supporters have rallied across Australia on the eve of the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks by Hamas in Israel - and vowed to continue.
NRL’s Hughes, NRLW’s Kelly voted best in 2024 by peers
Melbourne NRL halfback Jahrome Hughes and Sydney Roosters NRLW captain Isabelle Kelly have been voted the best in the game by their peers.
Bombers soar into top eight with win over Suns
Essendon have surged into seventh spot on the ladder after posting their third straight victory, a nine-point win over Gold Coast.
Taipans stick to plan after NBL statement wins
Rob Edwards scored 23 points to lead Cairns to a surprise 101-88 road win over heavyweights Melbourne, two days after toppling reigning champions Tasmania.
Keeley stars as Devils break QLD’s State Champs drought
In the curtain-raiser to NRL grand final day, Norths Devils have ambushed Newtown Jets for a 20-18 win.
Cats hold off Swans to keep AFLW finals hopes alive
Geelong have survived a fourth-quarter AFLW challenge by Sydney to win by three points and keep their post-season aspirations alive.
Luongo, Metcalfe ruled out of World Cup qualifiers
The Socceroos have been dealt a double blow ahead of World Cup qualifiers against China and Japan, with Massimo Luongo and Connor Metcalfe cut down by injury.
Roosters survive Cronulla fightback to claim NRLW crown
The Sydney Roosters have secured their second NRLW premiership with a 32-28 win over Cronulla after cutting short a monumental fightback from the Sharks.
Sorensen starts GF, Eisenhuth unlucky Panther again
Matt Eisenhuth is the unlucky man to again miss out on being in Penrith's 17 for an NRL grand final, after Scott Sorensen was named to start against Melbourne.
Milton Doyle lifts Jackies to tough OT win over Perth
Milton Doyle's 20 points and a three-point buzzer-beater have steered Tasmania to a tense NBL overtime win over the Perth Wildcats.
Injury-hit Hawks claim brave AFLW victory over Dockers
Hawthorn are third on the ladder and on track to make the AFLW finals for the first time after posting a brave nine-point win over Fremantle.
St Kilda sign Max King until 2032 in big show of faith
Star St Kilda forward Max King says he's keen to repay the club's show of faith in him after re-signing until 2032.
Child dead, person missing after fire at unit complex
A child has died and another person is missing after an early morning fire at a unit complex in Brisbane.
Panthers beat Storm for fourth consecutive premiership
Penrith have won a historic fourth consecutive NRL grand final, overcoming minor premiers Melbourne in a gripping 14-6 triumph at Accor Stadium.
Last ride to glory for superstar Penrith halves
It was a fitting end for the NRL's most winning halves combination, Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary starring for Penrith in a fourth consecutive premiership.
Cameron Munster denies NRL grand final bite allegation
Melbourne superstar Cameron Munster has rubbished suggestions he bit Penrith's Paul Alamoti in the NRL grand final.
Storm’s big four malfunction in face of Penrith machine
Melbourne's much-vaunted spine quartet have come unstuck on the NRL's biggest stage in the Storm's 14-6 loss to Penrith.
Martin dominates rival Munster to claim Clive Churchill
Liam Martin has become the fourth second-rower of the NRL era to win a Clive Churchill medal after shining in Penrith's 14-6 grand final triumph over Melbourne.
Decision to rule out Howarth try was correct, NRL says
Melbourne will be left to rue a bunker no-try call in the second half of their tight grand final loss to Penrith.
Iran summons Aust ambassador over ‘biased stance’
Australia's envoy to Iran has been summoned to explain protests against Iran's attacks in Israel.
Republican House Speaker refuses to say Trump lost 2020
Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson refused to be drawn on whether he believes former president Donald Trump lost the 2020 election.
Penrith lay claim to being NRL greatest with four-peat
Penrith star Nathan Cleary argues his side have now done everything possible to prove they are the greatest of the NRL era, after their fourth-straight title.
Sam Bremner happy to hang the boots up after NRLW title
Veteran Roosters fullback Sam Bremner has explained the reason behind her retirement after winning her first ever NRLW grand final against Cronulla.
Storm eager for Utoikamanu to help topple Penrith
Shawn Blore says the arrival of Stefano Utoikamanu can further bolster Melbourne's forward pack as they seek to end Penrith's dominance.
‘Lucky’ Australians evade Israeli bombs to return home
Australians have touched down at home after fleeing Israel's escalating bombardment and invasion of Lebanon.
Six moves to watch during the AFL trade period
The most significant moves to keep an eye on during this year's AFL trade period, which opens on Monday and runs to October 16.