Queenslander rides his way to first elite cycling crown
Queensland cyclist Liam Walsh thrilled a parochial crowd by claiming the elite men's scratch race at the AusCycling Track National Championships in Brisbane.
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German officer used unsecured line for hacked call
A participant on a German military call about Ukraine intercepted by Russia had dialled in via a non-secure line, Germany's defence minister says.
Gaza truce talks end with no result as deadline looms
Gaza ceasefire negotiations have broken up only days until the start of Ramadan, with Israel staying away and yet to respond to a proposal from Hamas.
St Kilda’s Webster cops landmark seven-game AFL ban
St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster has been hit with the longest AFL suspension since 2018 after receiving a seven-game ban for his high bump on Jy Simpkin.
Clarkson under AFL scrutiny for ‘inappropriate’ comment
Alastair Clarkson has been issued a "please explain" by the AFL for an outburst towards two St Kilda players that allegedly included a homophobic slur.
Premier apologises, coercive control law debate begins
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has apologised for misleading parliament, while debate into coercive control laws has begun months after legislation was tabled.
Future uncertain as Raiders stalwarts enter new season
Canberra duo Elliott Whitehead and Josh Papali'i could be heading into their final NRL season, as a new generation of Raiders continue to stake their claim.
Crocodile cuddles as regional leaders snap family photo
Australia will launch a $2 billion program to turbocharge trade with Southeast Asia, as regional leaders get up close and personal with crocodiles and koalas.
Matildas star Kerr didn’t tell FA of harassment charge
Matildas captain Sam Kerr didn't tell Football Australia of her racial harassment charge, or her court appearance, says FA chief James Johnson.
‘Not ideal’: NZ Defence Force plane lets down PM Luxon
New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon is scrambling to make his way to Melbourne on commercial flights after a breakdown of his Defence Force plane.
Economy unlikely to have contracted but growth muted
The Australian economy looks to have narrowly missed a quarter in decline based on economic indicators released ahead of official growth figures.
US Supreme Court reinstates Trump to Colorado ballot
Former US president Donald Trump's ballot in Colorado has been reinstated by the state's top court which decided only a federal court could disqualify him.
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Doctors, nurses make emergency call on federal budget
More than 40 health groups have called on the government to make climate and health funding a priority after services were challenged by extreme weather.
Calls for health insurance oversight after premium rise
The largest increase in health insurance premiums for five years has been signed off on by the federal government.
Fiji could follow USA in hosting NRL match in 2025
Melbourne are eying off playing a historic regular-season NRL game in Fiji in 2025, and are set to open talks with rivals and head office about the proposal.
Leniu charged by NRL, players clash over alleged slur
Brisbane and Sydney Roosters players have had a heated exchange at their Las Vegas hotel as Spencer Leniu is charged by the NRL for an alleged racial slur.
Roar’s Den and Wanderers’ RBB walk out in ALM
Brisbane Roar's The Den supporter group has staged an ALM walkout, less than 24 hours after Western Sydney counterparts did the same after police clashes.
Pucovski’s future in doubt after another head knock
Star Victorian batter Will Pucovski's future is in doubt again after being felled by a bouncer in the Sheffield Shield clash in Tasmania.
Saints’ Webster in trouble for high bump on Simpkin
St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster sparked a huge melee with his high bump on Jy Simpkin in the Saints' AFL practice match win over North Melbourne at RSEA Park.
Rise in street demand and trafficking of harmful drug
Increased border seizures and rising street demand for an illicit drug is concerning authorities, who warn the potent sedative causes serious harm and can kill.
Caravan park evacuated as bushfire closes Tas highway
Tasmanian fire crews have evacuated a caravan park and residents have been told to leave Crayfish Creek and surrounds.
Ship sunk by Houthis ‘threatens’ Red Sea environment
The Red Sea, with its delicate balance of coral and marine life, could be damaged after a ship carrying 41,000 tons of fertiliser was sunk by Houthi militants.
Japan’s Takahiro Hataji has won the New Zealand Open
Takahiro Hataji from Japan has hung tough to beat Australian Scott Hend by one shot and win the New Zealand Open.
De Minaur retains Mexican Open title with Ruud victory
Australia's Alex de Minaur is the first player to successfully defend the Mexican Open title in more than a decade, outclassing Casper Ruud in the final.
Leniu accused of racial slur, placed on report
Spencer Leniu has been accused of a racial slur by Brisbane star Ezra Mam, with the Sydney Roosters recruit placed on report in Las Vegas.
Hannah Green joins golf greats with fifth LPGA Tour win
Hannah Green has joined an elite group of five Australians to win five times on the LPGA Tour with a thrilling victory at the HSBC Women's World Championship.
NRL’s brutality on show in USA as Roosters stun Broncos
The Sydney Roosters have scored an upset in Las Vegas, barging past Brisbane for a 20-10 win to close out the NRL's bold venture to the USA.
Crows’ injured Thilthorpe to miss start of AFL season
A knee injury suffered in Adelaide's final practice match has sidelined emerging forward Riley Thilthorpe, who will miss the start of the AFL season.
NRL channel Mahomes, Gronkowski to win in Las Vegas
There were throwbacks to Patrick Mahomes and Ron Gronkowski as the NRL drew in 40,706 fans to make their first trip to Las Vegas an early success.
Snapshot of round 18 of the A-League Women season
A look at round 18 of the A-League Women competition where Hannah Keane and Western United extended their rampage while Melbourne City's slide continued.
Reds suffer heartbreak with extra time Hurricanes loss
Queensland have suffered a heart-breaking 38-33 loss to the Hurricanes in extra time in their Super Rugby Pacific clash in Melbourne to wrap up Super Round.