Billings in it for the BBL long haul at Sydney Thunder
The Sydney Thunder have added important experience and class to their Big Bash League roster by signing English star Sam Billings for the next three seasons.
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Titans code-hopper Gordon could play anywhere: Hasler
Rangy Wallabies No.10 Carter Gordon could find himself in a new role at Gold Coast, says coach Des Hasler who predicts a bright NRL future for the 23-year-old.
Murder accused described bashing as ‘crime of passion’
A jury has heard how a murder accused told an undercover police officer that he punched and knocked out a man as a "crime of passion" over claims of adultery.
Matildas skipper Kerr signs new Chelsea deal until 2026
Injured Matildas captain Sam Kerr has signed a new contract at English powerhouse Chelsea as she looks to make a successful return from her ACL tear.
Fifth case of leprosy reported this year
A case of leprosy has been detected in the Northern Territory for the first time in three years.
Daicos still a chance, Weightman back for Bulldogs
Port Adelaide have axed forwards Charlie Dixon and Jeremy Finlayson in a big selection move, while Collingwood are still hopeful Nick Daicos can play this week.
Dragons’ Ravalawa handed big ban for dissent
St George Illawarra winger Mikaele Ravalawa is set for four weeks on the sidelines for swearing at a match official while playing in the NSW Cup competition.
G7 leaders back deal to use Russia interest for Ukraine
G7 leaders have agreed in principle to issue $A75 billion of loans for Ukraine using interest from Russian sovereign assets frozen after Moscow's invasion.
Firebirds sack coach halfway through Super Netball deal
The Queensland Firebirds are on the lookout for a new coach after Bec Bulley was sacked just two years into her four-year deal.
Upset loss to Dolphins another hit to Hynes’ NSW hopes
Cronulla have suffered a surprise loss to the Dolphins that will do Nicho Hynes no favours as he looks to retain NSW's halfback jersey.
UK Labour stakes election on wealth creation
UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has delivered his manifesto for the upcoming general election promising to rebuild the country.
O’Callaghan wins epic 100m freestyle at Olympic trials
Mollie O'Callaghan has won her battle with nerves by prevailing in a thriller of a women's 100m freestyle at Australia's Olympic selection trials.
Chalmers confident back injury won’t derail Olympics
Australia's freestyle champion Kyle Chalmers is confident a back injury won't impact on his campaign at the looming Paris Olympics.
PM warned not to pander to China as premier visits
Australian concerns must be kept front of mind, the federal opposition says, as the prime minister prepares to welcome China's second-in-command.
Home prices in three cities are outpacing their peers
Australia's housing market is made up of laggards and leaders in home price growth and the gap is expected to linger in the coming months.
Fagan wants Hipwood, Rayner to back up against Saints
Eric Hipwood and Cam Rayner helped Brisbane to a big win over the Western Bulldogs, and Chris Fagan is keen to see more productivity from the talented pair.
Cantlay, McIlroy share US Open first-round lead
American Patrick Cantlay and Northern Ireland's former world No.1 Rory McIlroy share the first-round lead at the US Open in North Carolina.
UN Security Council demands halt to siege of Sudan city
Sudan's paramilitary group must immediately end its "brutal and unjust" siege of al-Fashir in the North Darfur region, the UN Security Council says.
Alarming rise in illegal party drug overdoses
GHB presentations to emergency departments in southeast Queensland have increased by a staggering four-fold in the past two years.
Cobbo, Staggs may take pay cut to stay Broncos: Walters
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says the club "must find a way" of keeping Selwyn Cobbo and Kotoni Staggs long-term, even if that requires a compromise on pay.
Opioid-addled bus driver to hear from victims of crash
Bus driver Brett Andrew Button has admitted he took more painkillers than doctors suggested and joked with passengers before a horrific wedding crash.
Hysterectomies fall as options for heavy periods grow
Women opting for less-invasive treatments to manage heavy periods could be a reason for falling hysterectomy rates.
China offers NZ visa-free travel, infrastructure funds
China and New Zealand have signed trade agreements after bilateral talks as part of a three-day visit by Premier Li Qiang.
Emissions target on chopping board as climate wars rage
Australians are mobilising for a climate battle at the federal election with voters pouring money into a climate lobby group as politicians scrap targets.
Swim trailblazer McEvoy to release secrets post-Paris
Cameron McEvoy, who will be the first Australian man to swim at four Olympics, will release his revolutionary training secrets after the Paris Games.
Dolphins’ potential Blue Katoa ready for Hynes test
Isaiya Katoa could play for NSW one day, but the Dolphins half's immediate goal is getting one over Cronulla and Blues No.7 Nicho Hynes.
Tom Lynch to return in milestone man Martin’s 300th
Tom Lynch will return from injury in Dustin Martin's 300th AFL match, while Richmond coach Adem Yze has no concerns over the playing future of Dion Prestia.
US says Hamas seeks changes to Gaza ceasefire plan
A Hamas official denies US claims it has put forward new ideas to a proposed ceasefire deal between the militant group and Israel.
Australia ‘gravely concerned’ at Israel-Gaza war crimes
An inquiry into the Israel-Hamas war that found both sides have committed war crimes has been branded "gravely concerning" by Australia.
France’s Macron asks rivals to unite against far right
French President Emmanuel Macron has defended his shock call for a snap election after the far right's strong showing in a recent European vote.
Driver on drugs, tired before crash that killed tourist
A young woman was driving while on drugs and was extremely tired when she caused a car crash that killed a tourist in Tasmania.