Mavericks pinch netball nail-biter against Lightning
The Lightning had one foot in the Super Netball finals door, which now remains open for the Mavericks after a late Super Shot flurry helped pinch a win.
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Moses magic can’t halt Eels’ slide in Newcastle
Mitchell Moses has been unable to lift Parramatta out of their form slump, the Eels on the wrong end of a 34-26 NRL defeat to the Knights in Newcastle.
Police seek help to find scuba gear in death probe
Queensland police have enlisted the public's help to locate scuba gear that might have washed up along the southeast coast as they investigate a man's death.
Geelong continue hoodoo over Bombers at wet MCG
Wet weather-loving Geelong have awoken from their mid-season slumber to give Essendon a reality check at the MCG, securing a crucial 45-point win.
Aussie Purcell overpowered by Fritz in first ATP final
A landmark pre-Wimbledon week for Max Purcell has ended with the Australian being defeated by big-serving Taylor Fritz in his first ATP final in Eastbourne.
Gutsy Cowboys ambush Panthers in Origin-affected clash
A total of 10 State of Origin representatives watched from the sidelines as defensively steely North Queensland stunned Penrith in wet conditions.
Hinkley’s Port hold on by two points over Saints
Port Adelaide have beaten St Kilda by two points in an error-filled clash at Marvel Stadium to ease some pressure on coach Ken Hinkley.
Kohli-powered India lift T20 World Cup against S Africa
Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from T20 internationals after inspiring India to a narrow World Cup triumph over South Africa in Barbados.
Tax cuts to help households ‘catch up’ to rate rises
After a long wait and much political tussling, the stage three tax cuts are finally about to come into effect - and not a moment too soon.
No progress in Gaza ceasefire talks with Israel: Hamas
Palestinian militant group Hamas says it is still ready to "deal positively" with any ceasefire proposal that ends the conflict in the Gaza Strip.
Essendon’s ‘series of unfortunate events’ proves costly
Essendon coach Brad Scott was left to rue a "series of unfortunate events" during a third-quarter capitulation against bogey side Geelong at the MCG.
Duckworth ready to attack the ‘Demon’ he helped mould
Super resilient James Duckworth will soon find out just how lucky a loser he is when he shoots for the scalp of old friend Alex de Minaur at Wimbledon.
Puzzled McRae welcomes back key Magpie jigsaw pieces
A trio of Collingwood stars made smooth returns from injury but there were frustrations for coach Craig McRae after a tight loss on the Gold Coast.
Homeless to Olympian: ex-swimmer’s remarkable journey
Ex-Australian swimmer Daniel Smith has highlighted the importance of mental health ahead of the Paris Olympics after his own remarkable recovery.
Joey Manu injured as Roosters pound last-placed Tigers
The Sydney Roosters have flogged Wests Tigers 40-6, with only Joey Manu's hand injury souring a dominant night for James Tedesco and the Tricolours.
Israeli tanks push in north, south Gaza, fighting rages
Israeli tanks have fired shells towards several houses in Shejaia, in northern Gaza, leaving families trapped inside, residents say.
Suspected suicide bombers kill at least 18 in Nigeria
At least 18 people have been killed and 30 others injured after a series of blasts in Nigeria's northeastern Borno.
Makeshift Storm surprise coach Bellamy with ladder spot
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy hopes to get some troops back to face Wests Tigers in round 18, but fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen's latest injury is causing concern.
Right things, right time: McRae praise for rising Suns
Gold Coast's composure impressed Collingwood coach Craig McRae during a tight Suns win that could trigger a run into the club's first AFL finals campaign.
Starmer would inflict ‘irreversible’ harm on UK: Sunak
Rishi Sunak has predicted that Labour's plan to impose VAT on private UK schools will cause "chaos" for families
Three dead in horror bus, 4WD crash in Queensland
A high-speed crash between a bus with 33 people on board and a four-wheel drive pulling a caravan on a Queensland highway has left three people dead.
Five new faces in Wallaroos squad for Fijiana Test
The Wallaroos will take on Fijiana in a double-header with the Wallabies in Sydney, looking to respond after a disappointing Pacific Four showing.
Warriors sign two-time premiership winner as NRLW coach
The Warriors have made the first major move since their readmission to the NRLW, signing two-time premiership-winning coach Ronald Griffiths.
Albanese links new energy plan to cost-of-living crisis
Cost-of-living support in the form of tax cuts and higher pay for minimum-wage workers are among changes to come into effect in the new financial year.
Xavier Coates out of Origin III with hamstring issue
Xavier Coates will be unavailable for the third State of Origin match after scans revealed the winger tore his hamstring while on duty with Melbourne.
Russian attack on Ukrainian town kills seven: officials
Seven people have been killed in a Russian attack on the southeastern Ukrainian town of Vilniansk, local officials say.
Push for Indigenous truth-telling amid voice ‘silence’
The Albanese government is being urged to make progress on Indigenous truth-telling with people left "hurting" following the voice referendum defeat.
Another Dolphin goes down in big loss to Dragons
St George Illawarra have cruised to a 26-6 victory over the Dolphins to bolster their hopes of ending their NRL finals exile.
French voters flock to polls for parliamentary election
Voters have turned out in high numbers for the first round in French elections, with President Emmanuel Macron seeking a lower house majority for his forces.
Firebirds sneak home over Swifts in Super thriller
The Queensland Firebirds have improved their Super Netball finals prospects and almost certainly ended those of the NSW Swifts with a thrilling win in Sydney.
Hinkley chokes up after relief of AFL win over Saints
Port Adelaide have beaten St Kilda by two points in an error-filled clash at Marvel Stadium to ease some pressure on coach Ken Hinkley.