Ukraine holding out for ‘lifeline’ of coal shipment
Ukraine has made a further request to Australia for a shipment of coal ahead of a "brutal" winter as it deals with invading Russian forces.
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Hawthorn racism claim reaches another stalemate
The Hawthorn racism saga could be headed for the Federal Court after the Human Rights Commission terminated a claim by First Nations former players.
Court told of cocaine haul, dockyard and two men in van
Two men travelled repeatedly to a port often late at night while trying to find a haul of cocaine hidden inside a shipping container, prosecutors allege.
Cops did not believe therapist abused teen, jury told
Two teenage boys who went to police and the church with allegations they had been sexually abused by their counsellor were not believed, a jury has heard.
Fifita has point to prove after Origin snub: Titans CEO
Gold Coast CEO Steve Mitchell says the club was surprised at David Fifita's axing from the Queensland side but tips him to respond with a vengeance on the field
Bombers star Ridley wants more growth as finals beckon
Jordan Ridley made a stunning return from injury in Essendon's round-11 win over Richmond and believes Brad Scott's side can do plenty more damage this season.
Arthur won’t be out of NRL for long: Gutherson
Parramatta captain Clint Gutherson says Brad Arthur is a must-consider for any club seeking a new head coach.
Dream Maroons debut a bittersweet moment: Hopgood
There were plenty of tears when J'Maine Hopgood answered his phone to hear Billy Slater tell him he would be making his State of Origin debut for Queensland.
Killer’s handgun would have been illegal under new laws
The WA government says proposed laws would have stopped a killer from owning a handgun he used to murder a mum and daughter.
‘Murderer’ comment was a joke, former cop tells inquest
An NT police officer who fatally shot an Indigenous teenager says he was making a joke when he posted a social media comment about murderers and war criminals.
Huge croc that twice lunged at fisherman is caught
Wildlife officers have trapped and captured a 3.6m crocodile after it lunged twice at a fisherman on a creek bank.
Gymnasts book Paris spots in cut-throat qualifiers
Jesse Moore has clinched the hotly contested sole men's all-around Olympic berth for Australia, with the nation to field a swollen list of 13 gymnasts in Paris.
Debris ‘flew in air’ from highway crash that killed cop
A vehicle was travelling about 150km/h before it allegedly struck a police officer putting a tyre deflation device on the road, a Brisbane court has been told.
LG battery recall ramps up as 4400 homes remain at risk
Faulty solar batteries that have caused house fires are still being used in thousands of Australian homes, forcing LG to intensify recall efforts.
Trbojevic admits shock at becoming NSW Origin captain
NSW coach Michael Maguire acknowledges his new skipper Jake Trbojevic was probably wondering if he would even be picked for Origin 1.
Stand-in Aleer’s AFL heroics no surprise to teammates
GWS skipper Toby Greene kicked the go-ahead goal against Geelong but it was stand-in defender Leek Aleer who really made his mark in the final minutes.
PNG aid on the way, more considered as death toll rises
The federal government will provide $2.5 million and consider more aid for Papua New Guinea as the death toll from a landslide rises to more than 2000.
Alleged killer vowed to ‘go to war’ to find girl: mum
Charlise Mutten's mother says her daughter's alleged killer told her he was "going to war" with former criminal associates to find the missing nine-year-old.
Tedesco among first to congratulate Edwards on debut
One of James Tedesco's first acts on learning he'd been axed as NSW captain and fullback was to congratulate the Blues' new No.1 Dylan Edwards.
Police issue ultimatum to student Gaza protest
Police could soon arrest student protesters at the Australian National University after the group refused orders to dismantle their pro-Palestine encampment.
Logging changes leave glider in hot water
Rules designed to protect endangered greater gliders have been changed after the Forestry Corporation raised concerns about NSW's wood supplies.
‘Limited’ chance of Lehrmann paying mammoth legal bill
Bruce Lehrmann will be on the hook for millions in costs after his defamation case spectacularly failed, but a judge says Ten may not get its money back.
Discussions ongoing to reduce airport train travel cost
Discussions to reduce fares on privately-operated trains to Brisbane airport are underway but won't drop to 50c during a public transport trial in Queensland.
Mahoney eager to let Hetherington feud subside
Injury to Viliame Kikau means the Bulldogs at set to be without three stars when they meet Newcastle in the NRL on Friday.
Bipartisan backing for tougher hate-speech penalties
The coalition has indicated it would back a proposal to strengthen hate-speech laws following a rise in anti-Semitic incidents.
New driver takes the wheel at electric car lobby group
The former head of Polestar Australia is set to drive Australia's peak electric vehicle body after its first chief executive stepped down from the role.
Blues’ De Koning looking forward to some ruck and roll
Carlton big man Tom De Koning has kicked on massively and believes he can make an impact both as a solo ruckman and as a ruck-forward.
Halfback Hynes confident on calf for NSW Origin return
NSW coach Michael Maguire has rejected any concerns over Nicho Hynes' fitness, adamant the halfback will not miss any training ahead of State of Origin I.
Starc delivers Cup warning with IPL final wonder-ball
Mitchell Starc has starred as Kolkata Knight Riders won a third IPL title, routing Pat Cummins' Sunrisers Hyderabad in a one-sided Chennai decider.
Israeli attack on Rafah camp draws global condemnation
European leaders have slammed Israel for an air strike on a tent camp in the Gaza city of Rafah and demanded its forces abide by a World Court ruling.
France to lift state of emergency in New Caledonia
The state of emergency in New Caledonia had been imposed by Paris for at least 12 days to boost police powers, but will now be lifted.