Collingwood dealt more blows as Mikala Cann cops ban
Collingwood midfielder Mikala Cann and skipper Brianna Davey will miss Sunday's match against the Western Bulldogs due to suspension and injury respectively.
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Swans star Heeney primed to answer his coach’s call
Faced with an AFL preliminary final, Sydney's Isaac Heeney says his team is "back" since their August 3 thrashing by Friday's opponents Port Adelaide.
Sharks circle minor premiership with top four undecided
Cronulla are circling the minor premiership but coach Tony Herman says the squad is not getting carried away at the prospect of their first ever finals berth.
Trbojevic says shoulder better, but Tests unlikely
Manly star Tom Trbojevic says his problem shoulder is feeling better ahead of the NRL semi-final against Sydney Roosters, but end-of-year Tests are unlikely.
‘Ripped off’: inquiry details life on Qld missions
Every aspect of Aboriginal people's lives was controlled on missions in Queensland, including their wages, the state's truth-telling inquiry has been told.
Eagles veteran Darling makes AFL trade request official
Key forward Jack Darling has formally requested a trade to North Melbourne after 14 AFL seasons and a premiership with West Coast.
Deeming attended rally despite warnings of neo-Nazis
Ousted Liberal MP Moira Deeming says she tried to avoid being divisive despite ignoring warnings on social media over attending a controversial rally.
Aussie captain Healy preparing for under-fire NZ’s best
Australia captain Alyssa Healy is looking forward to reigniting a fierce rivalry when they face New Zealand in a bilateral series for the first time since 2021.
Melbourne United wise up ahead of grand final re-match
The NBL season begins on Thursday night as Melbourne United attempt to turn the tables on the all-conquering Tasmania JackJumpers in a grand final re-match.
Souths back themselves to turn Schuster’s career around
Josh Schuster is set to return to the NRL in 2025 at South Sydney, with the Rabbitohs confident they can bring the best out of the enigmatic half.
Gobbo seeking non-Victorian judge for police lawsuit
Lawyers for police informant Nicola Gobbo will make an application to recuse all Victorian judges from presiding over her case against Victoria Police.
No need for panic, we’ve got this: 2032 Games president
Questions remain over a key piece of Brisbane's 2032 Olympic Games infrastructure but an organising committee president has allayed concerns.
Youth crime policy backlash fails to deter LNP leader
Opposition Leader David Crisafulli says his crack down on crime will deliver lower victim numbers if implemented in Queensland, despite government criticism.
Driver on ‘poor man’s meth’ jailed over fatal crash
A man driving after little sleep and taking "poor man's meth" tablets when he killed a mine worker faces being deported when his jail sentence ends.
Climate case fails to stop gas exploration in NT
A test case claiming Tamboran Resources failed to mitigate future greenhouse gas emissions has been rejected by a Darwin Supreme Court judge.
‘We’ve been through lots’: Why Lions can bust hoodoo
History and the head-to-head record don't read well for Brisbane's hopes against Geelong in their AFL preliminary final at the MCG.
State government promises to boost affordable housing
Queenslanders facing sky-high property prices will have to wait two years for more affordable and social homes to come on the market.
Inside knowledge goes both ways, says Wallaby Schmidt
The Wallabies will tap into their coach's intel on the All Blacks, but Joe Schmidt says inside knowledge goes both ways ahead of the Bledisloe Cup opener.
Port coach Hinkley unfazed by controversial AFL fine
Port coach Ken Hinkley says his $20,000 AFL fine hasn't been a distraction as two key Power players are set to return for the preliminary final against Sydney.
Flak flies as military justice review release misfires
A major review into Australia's military justice system, published by accident, calls for greater independence in the investigation of misconduct allegations.
Roosters refuse to roll out semi-final farewell party
The Sydney Roosters' semi-final against Manly could be the last game for the club for some of the biggest names, but they're adamant it is not time to reflect.
Cowboys’ prodigal son Clifford shines after lifeline
North Queensland half Jake Clifford left the club the same day No.6 Tom Dearden arrived in 2021 but now the pair hold the halves key to the side's final hopes.
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Red flag over Russian operation targeting Aust media
Evidence has been uncovered to show a disinformation campaign targeting the Australian media is being operated from inside Russia.
Cops ‘infected’ phones to spy on organised crime plots
The alleged creator of an encrypted communications app is among dozens of people arrested in nationwide raids led by Australian Federal Police.
Stop Charlie: resurgent Cat braces for tough assignment
Geelong defender Jed Bews is eyeing a preliminary final match-up with Brisbane Lions star Charlie Cameron after forcing his way back into the Cats' AFL side.
Cronulla out to make Nicho Hynes’ critics ‘shut up’
Ahead of their NRL semi-final against North Queensland, Cronulla players have dismissed the latest round of criticism directed at Nicho Hynes.
New bid to nail down housing bill as talks hit the wall
A key housing bill will be pushed back into parliament despite the government, the opposition and the Greens reaching a stalemate in negotiations.
Trump back campaigning after thwarted assassination bid
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have put their political differences aside in a phone call, which the former US president described as "very, very nice".
Shark eater Taumalolo draws on Cowboys’ super 2017 run
North Queensland powerhouse Jason Taumalolo has an elite record against Cronulla in three finals wins.
Toyota set to join Supercars championship in 2026
Australia's top-selling automotive brand has announced plans to join the Supercars championship, insisting it won't be a short-term player.
Ukrainian attack triggers quake-sized blast in Russia
A partial evacuation has been ordered in Russia's Tver region after a "massive" Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire there, the local governor says.