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Munster says Storm’s Hughes deserving of Dally M hype
Returning Melbourne Storm star Cameron Munster says Jahrome Hughes would be a deserving winner of the Dally M Medal.
‘Human right’: Indigenous artefacts to return home
Indigenous Australian artefacts held in Canada will be returned to Queensland in a step towards truth-telling and healing.
Opposition leader can’t run state after claim: premier
The Queensland premier says the opposition leader is not fit for the top job after liquidators claimed he led a company that may have been trading insolvent.
Industry calls for $3b fund to clean dirty big trucks
A big investment will be needed to put more heavy-duty electric trucks on the road, an industry group says, as well as changes to support cleaner fuel.
CFMEU-busting law being prepared, new minister says
Workplace Relations Minister Murray Watt has tasked his department to have new laws ready to go if the tarnished CFMEU push to fight its administration.
Geelong great Harry Taylor to help Eagles’ coach search
West Coast are ready to develop a shortlist of coaching contenders to replace Adam Simpson, and Geelong great Harry Taylor will help them make the final choice.
Panthers to meet with To’o as rumours shock teammates
Penrith are set to meet with Brian To'o in coming days, with teammates finding it hard to believe the NSW State of Origin flyer is unsettled at the NRL club.
Political playground fight rages over school funding
As the number of Australians finishing high school slips, the federal government has proposed a new plan to help students and teachers.
Dolphins’ Farnworth embraces Manu showdown in wild west
The Dolphins have lost six of their past eight matches and need a dominant display from centre Herbie Farnworth against the Sydney Roosters in Perth.
Broncos player facing domestic violence investigation
The NRL Integrity Unit has been alerted to a Queensland Police investigation into a Brisbane player over an alleged domestic violence incident.
Garside rocked by boxing loss as giant Aussie triumphs
A distraught Harry Garside has been unable to turn bronze into gold with the Australian boxer bowing out in his first fight at the Paris Olympics.
Aussie Chris Burton grabs eventing silver on gift horse
Australian Chris Burton has won a silver medal in the individual eventing competition at the Chateau of Versailles.
Sexual violence rampant in Sudan, says rights group
The 15-month war in Sudan has resulted in rampant sexual violence against women which shows no sign of abating, a report by Human Rights Watch says.
Venezuela’s opposition claims ‘irreversible victory’
Protesters have clashed with police after Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory in the election, while his opponents say they have proof they won.
Outgunned cop had ‘no alternative’ but to flee ambush
An inquest has been told a police officer had "no alternative" but to run after being ambushed by men with high-powered rifles at a rural property.
Reproductive leave push to end ‘culture of silence’
Paid leave entitlements for menopause and fertility issues would boost female workforce participation and prevent early retirements, unions say.
Sustainable fuel hopes take off with eyes on emissions
Flights could become more environmentally friendly as Australia and New Zealand explore ways to produce sustainable aviation fuel at home.
Mass Gaza exodus as Hamas says Israel stalls ceasefire
Only 14 per cent of Gaza is not placed under evacuation orders by the Israeli military, the head of the United Nations relief agency for Palestinians says.
Boxer Teremoana Jnr says he’s coming for Olympic king
With heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk watching on in Paris, Queensland boxer Teremoana Teremoana Jnr says no-one will stand in his way of an Olympic gold.
O’Callaghan beats Titmus to win 200m freestyle gold
Mollie O'Callaghan overcame intense nerves as she beat fellow Australian Ariarne Titmus to win the women's 200m freestyle at the Paris Olympics.
Third child dies in UK attack, Taylor Swift ‘in shock’
British police say a third child has died after a stabbing at a Taylor Swift-themed dance and yoga class.
O’Callaghan wants more after slaying the Titmus beast
Newly-crowned Olympic 200m freestyle champion Mollie O'Callaghan says she wants more after downing compatriot Ariarne Titmus in Paris.
PM’s travel warning as war looms in ‘troubling’ region
Australians are being warned to leave Lebanon as the security situation deteriorates while the immigration minister faces calls to help more Palestinians.
Giants on guard as AFL top eight race heats up
Facing a tough run across the last four home-and-away rounds, midfielder Finn Callaghan knows there's little room for error for flag hopefuls GWS.
Cartwright unclear where Eels future lies under Ryles
Bryce Cartwright admits he remains in the dark over whether he is part of Parramatta's future as incoming coach Jason Ryles makes some big decisions.
Ex-TV star O’Keefe released on bail after new charges
Disgraced former TV star Andrew O'Keefe has secured bail after being charged with stalking and breaching an AVO after an incident in Sydney's eastern suburbs.
Advocates, refugees hope for new page in immigration
Refugee and migrant advocates have paid tribute to Andrew Giles but for asylum-seekers a cabinet reshuffle adds a sense of dread to their legal limbo.
‘What if’ thoughts never end: sister of missing tourist
Eight missing person cases involving women, including a German tourist who disappeared in Tasmania, are being highlighted in a national campaign.
Eagles vow to protect Harley Reid from fiery reprisals
Harley Reid was in the thick of the physical battles against Fremantle, and West Coast players are keen to protect the No.1 draft pick.
Man denies murder in train station scissor stabbing
A man has pleaded not guilty to murdering a 24-year-old, who died after being stabbed in the neck in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley train station in July 2022.