Lyon demolishes Black Caps as Australia retain trophy
New Zealand never seriously threatened a would-be record run chase of 363, all out for 196 as Australia won the first Test at Wellington's Basin Reserve.
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Manly put on second-half show to beat Souths in Vegas
Manly have claimed victory in the first-ever NRL match in the US, putting on a second-half show to beat South Sydney 36-24 in Las Vegas.
Israel agrees ceasefire framework, now up to Hamas: US
A ceasefire in the conflict in Gaza has moved closer with a US official claiming Israel has agreed a framework, now it is up to Hamas to agree to it.
Eight killed in Russian drone attack on Odesa, Ukraine
Drones launched in the Ukraine-Russia war have left several people dead in Odesa, including a baby, and an apartment block damaged in St Petersburg.
Demons aim high after AFL off-season from hell
A tumultuous off-season has turned a blowtorch on Melbourne as they seek to use adversity to their advantage in launching another AFL premiership assault.
Electric wreck picked to bits in pursuit of fire safety
Firefighters have dismantled a burnt-out electric car to confirm how it caught fire, but experts say incidents are far less frequent than people might expect.
Former politician turncoat was in parliament at time
A former politician accused of selling out Australia was serving in parliament at the time they were caught up in a foreign spy ring, the ASIO chief says.
Flag focus over Brownlow for Lions’ co-captain Neale
Brisbane Lions ball-magnet Lachie Neale insists an AFL premiership is his only target despite again entering a new season among the Brownlow Medal favourites.
‘It is safe’: PNG set to host Queensland Cup games
Queensland Rugby League boss Ben Ikin has confirmed the PNG Hunters will host Qld Cup games in a massive boost to the code and NRL after recent civil unrest.
Man guilty of ‘cowardly’ murder with sledgehammer
Shaun Robert Sturgess admitted to manslaughter but has been found guilty of murder after hitting his estranged wife in the head with a sledgehammer.
Ex-detainee’s sex charges dropped after identity bungle
A man released from an immigration detention centre was wrongly charged with sexual assault in a case of mistaken identity, Victoria Police have revealed.
Western troops in Ukraine risks nuclear war: Putin
President Vladimir Putin has warned the West against a deeper involvement in the fighting in Ukraine, saying it's fraught with the risk of a nuclear conflict.
Ex-NRL player Whitbread has a Hull new lease on life
Former NRL player Jai Whitbread is desperate to break losing habits and play a key role in English side Hull KR's quest for Super League silverware this season.
Early alarm bells as GWS Giants beat Hardwick’s Suns
The GWS Giants have warmed up for the AFL season with a comfortable win against the Gold Coast Suns, who struggled to compete at times at Manuka Oval.
Swans hopeful Taylor Adams will be fit for AFL opener
Sydney's Taylor Adams is still a chance for an opening-round debut despite walking off with a knee injury during their 25-point pre-season loss to Brisbane.
Shock and condemnation after Gaza food aid deaths
Hamas and Israeli officials are giving conflicting accounts of an incident in which more than 100 people were reportedly killed while waiting for aid in Gaza.
Invasive bees defy evolution to cover Sydney-sized area
Invasive Asian honey bees have defied evolutionary expectations to grow from a single swarm into more than 10,000 colonies in Queensland, researchers say.
Tears, hugs and flowers as Sydney remembers slain pair
Sydneysiders, politicians, friends and family have gathered to honour the lives of a young couple allegedly murdered by a police officer.
Walker inquest delayed as racist award saga continues
Former constable Zachary Rolfe has gone to court with certificates purporting to be from the recipients of a racist Northern Territory Police award.
Green’s 174 helps Australia sink NZ into the mire
Australia will take a 217-run lead into the third day of the First Test against New Zealand, powered by Cam Green's superb 174 at the Basin Reserve.
Home price growth gathers pace as confidence returns
Property prices in Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane still grew the fastest in January but Melbourne and Sydney also had a more convincing month.
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Energy consumers to plug power gap, get fairer share
Ministers have agreed on steps to fill the nation's energy gap but a former deputy central bank governor says $625 billion in clean energy investment is needed.
Ukraine says it has downed warplanes amid Russian push
Officials in Kyiv say Russian forces are trying to advance on Ukrainian towns and villages in the country's east and southeast.
Aussies saved by smartwatches to front tech campaign
Two Australians, rescued in different ways by smartwatch technology, will tell their stories in short films created by Apple.
PM backs spy chief keeping politician turncoat secret
A decision to keep secret the name of a former politician who was caught up in a foreign spy ring has been defended by the prime minister and top ministers.
Micheluzzi eyeing another Order of Merit title
David Micheluzzi is well placed to become the first man in 33 years to win back-to-back Australasian PGA Tour Order of Merit crowns.
Keary planned on finishing up before signing new deal
Luke Keary has confirmed his new one-year extension at the Sydney Roosters, after initially thinking 2024 would be his final season in the NRL.
Australia look to rebound in rare trans-Tasman Test
Steve Smith will continue as Australia opener in the first Test in Wellington, with Pat Cummins also confirming the same XI from the West Indies series.
Defence holding fire on more aid for Ukraine
Ukraine's top diplomat in Australia has called on the nation to help end the "meat grinder" war besieging his country by donating more military equipment.
Mikaele makes every post a winner in new Cowboys home
After fleeting stints at Wests Tigers, Gold Coast and in the Super League, North Queensland's new enforcer Thomas Mikaele hopes he has found his forever home.
Stosur’s big call for Brisbane Billie Jean King Cup tie
Sam Stosur faces a telling selection call as Australia's new Billie Jean King Cup captain prepares for an April qualification tie against Mexico in Brisbane.