Economy ‘nowhere near recessionary’ despite predictions
Australia's economic forecasts might not be as positive as hoped but there are still signs of strength in the economy, an expert says.
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‘Disillusioned’: Muslim group warning ahead of election
A grassroots political movement is aiming to swing votes away from the government at the federal election over its response to the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Lolesio’s licence as Schmidt walks Wallabies tightrope
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt is happy to see playmaker Noah Lolesio learn on the job as the deck is shuffled around him.
Russia fires a barrage of drones and missiles at Kyiv
Loud explosions have rocked Ukraine's capital as Russia launched a barrage of drones and missiles, just as children were preparing to go back to school.
From Sydney to New York as de Minaur, Thompson collide
Australian tennis aces Alex de Minaur and Jordan Thompson have grown up together in Sydney but now they will clash for a US Open quarter-final spot in New York.
Search continues for missing woman in far north Qld
Authorities are trying to locate a missing NSW woman in far north Queensland, having found a car near an iconic walking track.
Major highway to remain closed after fiery crash
A key Queensland freight artery will remain closed for days after a crash and explosion damaged the road.
Walker, Smith out for season in Roosters double blow
The Sydney Roosters are facing an injury crisis on the eve of the NRL finals that has the potential to last long into the 2025 season.
Piastri edged out as Leclerc delivers home Ferrari win
Oscar Piastri grabbed the lead from McLaren teammate Lando Norris on lap one but Ferrari's one-stop strategy proved a masterstroke in the Italian Grand Prix.
Whitehead’s NRL career looks over after hip-drop charge
Canberra captain Elliott Whitehead will need to overturn a suspension for a hip-drop tackle if he is to play in the NRL again.
Investigation after theme park handler mauled by tiger
A well-trained handler is recovering from lacerations to her arm after a tiger bit her at the popular theme park, Dreamworld.
Childcare rapist unseen for years in ‘broken’ system
The parents of a girl raped by a childcare worker say there's "something broken in the system" that allowed him to commit more than 300 offences over 20 years.
Payne, Reville in mix for Lions’ elimination final
Key defender Jack Payne and penetrating kick Bruce Reville are both in the mix to return from injury for Brisbane in their elimination final against Carlton.
Reynolds backs Walters as coach after Tallis savaging
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds was accused by Gorden Tallis of not backing under-siege coach Kevin Walters but he says nothing could be further from the truth.
Dolphins to fight Kaufusi ban at NRL judiciary
The Dolphins will attempt to downgrade Felise Kaufusi's ban for a late hit at the NRL judiciary, in a bid to play in their must-win match against Newcastle.
Israeli labour strike to push for Gaza hostage deal
Israel's biggest union has launched a general strike to pressure the Netanyahu government into agreeing to a ceasefire deal to bring hostages in Gaza home.
Lions’ ruthless streak lacking but Black’s a believer
Simon Black is concerned the current Brisbane Lions crop lack the killer instinct of the "great sides" and that they'll live to regret their missed AFL chances.
Popyrin remaining upbeat after crashing out of US Open
Australian Alexei Popyrin is drawing only positives from his breakout US Open run despite bowing out with a deflating four-set loss to American Frances Tiafoe.
AFL weren’t tempted to move Sydney derby final
The Sydney derby qualifying final at the SCG is sold out but chief executive Andrew Dillon says the AFL never planned to play it at the bigger Accor Stadium.
‘Fearless’ Hopoate contending for a famous family first
Lehi Hopoate is the fifth of his siblings to following their father John into the NRL or NRLW, but he could be the first to pick up an award at the Dally Ms.
Star takes another hit as shares suspended from trading
Star Entertainment has suffered another blow with its shares temporarily suspended from trading after the casino operator failed to file its earnings report.
Housing approvals bounce back but market still subdued
Housing approvals have risen 10 per cent off the back of a surge in new apartments as opposition parties release policies to tackle the housing crisis
Bereaved US families criticise Harris’ cemetery comment
Families who lost loved ones in the US military say they were the ones to invite Donald Trump to Arlington National Cemetery for a ceremony.
New netball faces as Diamonds prepare for England Tests
Goalkeeper Rudi Ellis, wing attack Georgie Horjus and defender Ash Ervin are hoping to make their Diamonds netball Test debut in next month's England series.
Bennett compares dawn of Dolphins to Broncos beginnings
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says the club has already been a success and has laid a foundation for the type of prosperity he enjoyed at Brisbane.
Tonga pulls off Pacific Islands Forum staging
There has been disagreements and plenty of tensions kept under the carpet but for the most part, the Pacific Islands Forum in Tonga was a success.
Mazda’s big, burly family flagship justifies price tag
It's the biggest, most powerful and expensive model in the Mazda range, but the CX90 hasn't lost touch with the brand's values.
Manslaughter verdict in man’s ‘broken heart’ death
A man who was an escort has been found guilty of manslaughter but acquitted on a murder charge over the death of his partner's friend.
Manly star hurt in win but tipped to play finals
Manly star Tom Trbojevic is expected to play again in the NRL finals, after suffering a shoulder injury in the Sea Eagles' dominant 32-22 win over Canterbury.
Jarome Luai stars as Panthers book top-four spot
Penrith have allayed concerns of a form slump on the run to the NRL finals, easing past South Sydney to book their top-four spot at Penrith Park.
Tyrone Munro did his family proud: Rabbitohs
South Sydney have praised teenaged winger Tyrone Munro for lining up against Penrith only two days after the death of his mother.