Gawn, Goodwin urge deflated Demons to love AFL grind
After a tough season when Melbourne dropped out of the eight, captain Max Gawn and coach Simon Goodwin have urged the Demons to reset and have a better mindset.
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Why Storm have faith six-gamer Vaalepu will shine in GF
Melbourne's Lazarus Vaalepu will become the least experienced NRL grand finalist since Steve Price in 1994 when he runs out against Penrith at Accor Stadium.
Penrith’s Sorensen passed fit for NRL grand final
Versatile forward Scott Sorensen has been given the green light to play for Penrith in Sunday's NRL grand final after overcoming a hamstring issue.
The call that put Cleary on path to coaching greatness
Ivan Cleary has explained how his decision to back out of a contract in the Super League and a career in real estate started his NRL coaching journey.
AFLW flag favourites thrash Dogs, extend unbeaten start
AFLW ladder leaders North Melbourne have extended their best start to a season with a convincing 55-point home win over the goalless Western Bulldogs.
Wife charged with ‘brutal, macabre and bizarre’ murder
A woman has been charged with the murder of her husband who has not been seen in more than a year, with police alleging she cut up his body to hide the remains.
Boring Bellamy still driven for more Storm success
Craig Bellamy describes himself as boring and his assistant coach son Aaron agrees, but says his love of routine and passion are behind his sustained success.
‘Fire in my belly’: Wheeler’s debt to Sharks in NRLW GF
Veteran prop forward Holli Wheeler will have a point to prove and a debt to pay when Cronulla face the Sydney Roosters in the NRLW grand final.
Roosters harness finals pain to dispel NRLW chokers tag
Olivia Kernick explains how the Sydney Roosters defied injuries and the prospect of three NRLW semi-final losses in as many years to reach the grand final.
Penrith Panthers out to emulate Man City, Bayern Munich
Penrith have a chance to put themselves on a global pedestal with a fourth-straight NRL premiership, but Melbourne loom as their greatest ever challenge.
Shame a barrier as many delay help for mental health
Some people are waiting up to 10 years before accessing support for mental health issues as a new survey reveals increasing shame about seeking treatment.
Edwards is marathon man in dynasty, Yeo the warrior
Dylan Edwards has run the most metres during Penrith's dynasty, while Isaah Yeo is their warrior in the middle by totalling more than 4000 tackles in the run.
‘He made a sandwich on TikTok’: will voters be swayed?
From the UK, France and now to Queensland, political parties are using the popular social media platform to try and sway voters before the polls.
JackJumpers and Wildcats out to rebound in Hobart clash
The JackJumpers and Wildcats are licking their wounds after heavy defeats as they prepare to rebound in their NBL clash in Hobart.
Blak excellence front and centre at Koori knockout
While rugby league is central to the Koori Knockout being held this weekend, the sporting tournament also celebrates Indigenous culture and community.
Firefighters host Harris but douse hopes of endorsement
A key union has declined to back Vice-President Kamala Harris as she battles with Donald Trump for working-class voters who could tip the scales in November.
‘Game changer’: facility sheds light on plants’ future
Agricultural researchers will mimic climate change at a new Queensland facility to help food growers prepare for global warming.
Ukraine car bomb kills Russia-held nuclear plant worker
A car bomb has killed a security employee from the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, the largest in Europe, in Ukraine.
Sleep experts debunk daylight saving health risks
Researchers have released a comprehensive study into the long-term effects of daylight saving on sleep, debunking myths it makes people ill.
Sydney NRL trips worth every litre for Martin’s mum
Liam Martin's mum's petrol bill to drive to Sydney and watch her son play every week tallies into the thousands, but Penrith's success makes it all worthwhile.
Australians evacuate Lebanon on flight to Cyrus
The first chartered flight of Australians fleeing war-torn Lebanon has landed in Cyprus, with passengers set to head to Sydney soon.
Premier doesn’t ‘need anyone to hold his hand’ on trail
The Queensland premier says he will welcome the prime minister's arrival but won't need anyone to hold his hand during the state election campaign.
Israeli strike hits north Lebanon as raids pound Beirut
A Hamas official has been killed in Israel's first strike on northern Lebanon as its forces continue to bombard Beirut and push into the country's south.
Crows edge Saints by just four points in AFLW thriller
Adelaide have improved their record to 5-1 and moved to third on the ladder after beating St Kilda by four points in a close AFLW duel.
Nick Daicos, Heeney win best-and-fairest gongs
Nick Daicos and Isaac Heeney, both touted as Brownlow Medal contenders this AFL season, have won their respective club best-and-fairest awards.
Taipans hold firm to seal consecutive home NBL wins
The Cairns Taipans held off a fast finishing Tasmania JackJumpers to seal back-to-back home NBL wins.
Green calls for unity at Demons amid AFL struggles
New Melbourne president Brad Green says the Demons are within touching distance of returning to their best, but has called for unity at the struggling AFL club.
Sorento still carrying the troops after two decades
The Kia Sorento has been on Aussie roads for more than two decades and still offers competitive buying in the popular SUV market.
Teens given ‘joke’ prison terms for killing Uber driver
The family and friends of an Uber driver who was fatally stabbed say they are disappointed his teenage killers will likely be released in under ten years.
Complex case: dead mother, mower and husband’s contacts
Women who allegedly had relationships with the husband of a mother-of-three, whose body was found near a ride-on lawnmower, have been asked to contact police.
Woolworths lands apartment tower deal for prime site
A vacant inner-city site bought by Woolworths' development arm in 2020 will become a multi-storey apartment complex anchored by the supermarket.