Penrith leave Roosters’ premiership dream on the brink
The Sydney Roosters are at risk of yet another early exit from the NRL finals after a comprehensive loss to reigning premiers Penrith.
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Panthers bury Roosters in 30-10 NRL finals romp
Penrith are 80 minutes from the NRL grand final after dismantling the Sydney Roosters in a 30-10 win.
Lions run rampant in 52-point AFLW win over Magpies
Brisbane forwards Taylor Smith and Sophie Conway have kicked three goals apiece as the Lions posted their second AFLW win on the trot.
Historic Sandown Raceway faces uncertain future
Sandown Raceway's future is in doubt, with Supercars drivers contemplating the 60th anniversary might be the last time they race at the historic venue.
Outgoing Virgin CEO plays down Qatar stake speculation
Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka has played down reports Qatar Airways is seeking to acquire a 20 per cent stake in the nation's second-biggest airline.
Gangland figure Mick Gatto facing extortion charges
Police are taking over extortion and blackmail charges first lodged by a restaurateur against underworld figure Mick Gatto.
He’s no Lionheart: It’s Alex the Great’s journey now
Ten years after he fought for a world title, Alex Leapai Sr has tipped his hulking teenage son is poised to become boxing's next genuine heavyweight superstar.
Aussie legends strike gold in triumphant homecoming
Australia's Paralympians and Olympians have been welcomed home in the best way possible, soaking up the sun and the glory at a reception in Sydney.
Addo-Carr’s second test positive, future uncertain
Canterbury superstar Josh Addo-Carr's secondary drug test has come back as positive in a blow to the winger's hopes of returning to the field this season.
How Gould launched a Penrith-like reboot of Bulldogs
Canterbury's results in Phil Gould's third year are eerily similar to what unfolded at the same stage of his Penrith reboot - and there's even more parallels.
Disaster alert: the areas at higher risk of flood, fire
Australia's emergency management teams are preparing for severe spring weather, with parts of the nation set for higher-than-average fire and flood risk.
Man accused of aiding murder plan found not guilty
After being accused of helping a workmate murder his estranged wife, Bradley Bell has been found not guilty by a Brisbane Supreme Court jury and walked free.
Bravo to Mazda’s impressive, good-looking BT-50 ute
Its parentage has changed a bit through the years, but Mazda's BT50 remains a strong competitor in the white-hot ute field.
Storm veteran dismisses ‘toothless Sharks’ tag
While the clubs are no longer arch-enemies, Melbourne veteran Christian Welch isn't expecting Cronulla to back down in their NRL final at AAMI Park.
Star facing licence cancellation after scathing report
The Star Casino has been given 14 days to explain why it shouldn't face disciplinary action after a scandalous report found it wasn't fit to hold a licence.
‘Fall guy’ for $160m cyber scam could be released soon
A Chinese national has been jailed for his role in an international money-laundering syndicate while another awaiting sentence claims he was actually a victim.
Football Australia CEO backs Arnold as Socceroos coach
The Socceroos' poor World Cup qualifiers against Bahrain and Indonesia have piled pressure on Graham Arnold, but the coach has Football Australia's backing.
Dusty and Suns in talks over AFL career revival
Richmond legend Dustin Martin could reunite with Damien Hardwick as talks progress over a deal to continue his AFL career on the Gold Coast.
Aussie drivers need more electric utes, more incentives
Electric vehicles will not be adopted at rates necessary to reach emissions targets, an inquiry has heard, without tax and financial incentives.
Surgery for Curnow as Blues confirm list changes
Charlie Curnow and Corey Durdin will undergo off-season surgery, while Carlton have confirmed Jack Martin is one of five players cut from their playing list.
Cowboys captains ‘dialled in’ for Knights finals clash
Todd Payten's decision to elevate Reuben Cotter and Tom Dearden to the co-captaincy has reaped rewards ahead of the knockout finals clash with Newcastle.
NT land council elects new board after funding freeze
A Northern Territory land council has elected a new board, following concerns over its governance, operations and decision-making.
UN chief condemns attack on Gaza school
The UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres has called on all parties in the Gaza conflict to refrain from using schools for 'military purposes'.
‘Beef sandwich’: Hungry Nyika eyes off main event feed
Unbeaten cruiserweight prospect David Nyika is embracing his headline status ahead of an Auckland date with late call-up, American veteran Tommy Karpency.
No mass changes for Wallabies despite record loss
The Wallabies are banking on stability to help them rebound from their horror loss to Argentina when they confront the All Blacks in the Bledisloe Cup.
Rain reduced worst sewage spill’s impact: council
The Gold Coast council says a study it commissioned has found significant rain helped reduce the impact of Queensland's worst sewage spill.
Mother charged with murder after death of two sons
A mother has been charged with murder after her two boys were found dead in a Blue Mountains home.
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Farming fuels NSW land clearing crisis: data
NSW cleared an area more than 160 times the size of Sydney's CBD in a single year, new government figures show.
Knights’ Brailey finally feels like himself again
Only in the past few NRL rounds has Jayden Brailey felt like he's truly bounced back from a cruel run of injuries at the Newcastle Knights.
Melbourne Airport’s $3bn runway cleared for take off
A third runway at Melbourne Airport, aiming to quash flight delays and pump billions into the state's economy, has been approved by the federal government.
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Calls for ‘blinkered’ robodebt officials to face music
The federal public servants involved in the robodebt scheme broke the rules multiple times but some won't face sanctions because they have resigned or retired.