Swans to contest Brownlow contender Heeney’s AFL ban
Isaac Heeney could yet remain in Brownlow Medal contention as Sydney prepare to challenge the superstar's one-match ban for striking St Kilda's Jimmy Webster.
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Govt lagging on bird flu threat to wildlife: experts
Australia's environment ministers have been accused of being missing in action and doing little to get ready for bird flu impacts on native wildlife.
Warnings against ‘knee-jerk’ response to youth crime
The Victorian government must not let community fears of a crime crisis trigger backward steps on justice reforms, youth groups say.
Boy accused of killer crash has ‘harsh’ bail revoked
A 17-year-old boy who was released on bail five days ago has had it revoked after he went on the run and violated his conditions.
Killer croc shot after girl taken while swimming
A crocodile responsible for the disappearance of a 12-year-old girl southwest of Darwin more than a week ago has been destroyed, police say.
‘Disrespectful’: Hornby says Bennett is not in charge
Wayne Bennett has rejected suggestions he has already taken over South Sydney, with interim Rabbitohs mentor Ben Hornby labelling the claims as disrespectful.
Slater driving Origin standards like an angry dad: Hunt
Queensland hooker Ben Hunt has revealed how Billy Slater handled the Maroons' video analysis session after the heavy loss in Origin game two.
Eagle McGovern hits the road to make it back for Simmo
Injured West Coast defender Jeremy McGovern is driving all the way from Melbourne to Perth so he can be back in time for Adam Simpson's farewell.
Group said ‘God would heal’ girl’s untreated diabetes
Fourteen religious group members charged with murder or manslaughter over a girl's death believed God would heal her diabetes without insulin, a judge heard.
Australia isn’t ready for ravages of bird flu: warning
Australia's environment ministers are accused of being missing in action and doing little to get ready for the impacts of bird flu on native wildlife.
‘Shocking’ treatment of Indigenous teen at watch house
Advocates are dismayed at the behaviour of three police officers who forcefully restrained an Indigenous teen in detention.
Porn linked to disturbing rates of sexual violence
Easy access to pornography and a lack of consequences for perpetrators fuel high rates of sexual violence, a criminology study shows.
Greyhound welfare claims dog embattled racing industry
The greyhound industry is in fresh turmoil with an investigation looming into claims deaths were hidden and dogs pushed to race at levels causing injuries.
Israel presses Gaza assault hours after deadly strike
Israel has continued an offensive across the Gaza Strip that's included an air strike on a camp that Palestinian officials say killed dozens of people
Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid
Helping Ukraine in its war against Russia remains top of the agenda for NATO as President Joe Biden hosts the alliance's summit in Washington.
Jury to hear opening statements in Alec Baldwin trial
A US jury is set to hear opening statements at the involuntary manslaughter trial of Alec Baldwin in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer.
‘Devastated’ de Minaur could face Olympic misery too
Alex de Minaur faces the prospect of further misery after his Wimbledon heartbreak, with the Australian No.1 a major doubt for the Olympics once again.
Zelenskiy hopes allies will give Ukraine more F-16s
The transfer of fighter jets from the Netherlands and Denmark to Ukraine is ongoing, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says.
Indigenous voice advocates ‘not giving up’ after defeat
Heartened by the millions of Australians who voted 'yes', advocates of an Indigenous voice to parliament will not give up despite the referendum result.
Plan sought for Alice Springs as curfew cools violence
Authorities will keep tabs on an influx of visitors to Alice Springs after the town emerged from a three-night curfew imposed after an eruption of violence.
Recall of Maroons warrior Gagai a masterstroke: Parker
Veteran Dane Gagai has been described as the ultimate Queenslander whose return for the State of Origin decider will add passion and a winning mentality.
Toxic waterway alert as factory inferno probe continues
Contaminated waterways near a toxic factory fire in Melbourne's west are causing concern, with the cause of the blaze still under investigation.
Cheaper materials take edge off home-building costs
Residential construction costs have finally stabilised after a prolonged period of strong price growth put pressure on the industry.
Echoes of pandemic as freight woes lift consumer prices
Australians could be forced to spend more on items ranging from confectionery to luxury items and medical goods as a result of global shipping issues.
Bodies trapped in Gaza City as mediators push for truce
Israel's new assault on Gaza City has left residents trapped and bodies lying in the streets, with Hamas warning the offensive could derail peace talks.
Baldwin reckless with revolver, prosecutor tells jury
A prosecutor has told a jury that before a fatal shooting on the Rust movie set, actor Alec Baldwin skipped safety checks and recklessly handled a revolver.
Biden to face media in a effort to quell age concerns
Facing calls by his own party to drop out, President Joe Biden will hold a high-stakes news conference in a bid to ease fears about his age and mental acuity.
NBA draft prospect Malique Lewis joins NBL’s Phoenix
Trinidad and Tobago forward Malique Lewis has joined South East Melbourne under the NBL's Next Stars program in an attempt to boost his NBA draft stock.
NATO backs Ukraine as Biden faces pressure to drop out
While President Joe Biden and fellow NATO leaders have focused on supporting Ukraine, the US summit host has continued to face calls not to run for re-election.
Community mourns children as dad faces court for fire
A man charged with murdering three of his children and attempting to kill others in a fire allegedly wrestled with rescuers to stop them saving the youngsters.
Cannabis, meth dominate Australian drug use: report
Wastewater analysis shows Australians have a preference for illicit stimulants compared to other nations' citizens but cannabis is still the most popular drug.