Russian armoured assaults ramp up pressure on Ukraine
A Ukrainian military chief says Kyiv needs a technological advantage over Russia in sophisticated weapons to allow it "to seize the strategic initiative".
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Lohmann lighting up forward line for Brisbane Lions
After turning down significant offers to return to Victoria last year, Kai Lohmann has declared he is "here to stay" for the Brisbane Lions.
‘Really poor’: fallout mounts from Port Arthur comments
A comparison of Australia's worst mass shooting to pro-Palestine protests continues to land Peter Dutton in hot water with rivals and some in the Liberal Party.
Man shot by police after alleged stabbing murder
Police have shot and injured a man allegedly armed with a knife after the alleged fatal stabbing of a family member north of Brisbane.
Broncos big guns rock Dolphins, Tabuai-Fidow injured
Brisbane scored four second half tries in 14 minutes to beat the Dolphins 28-14, with star fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow straining a hamstring for the losers.
Melbourne to host first race of 2025 F1 season
F1 celebrates its 75th birthday in 2025 and the party will begin in Melbourne after the governing body announced its 24-round schedule.
Scottish Commonwealth body proposes plan for 2026 Games
Scotland's Commonwealth Games body has proposed a "cost-effective" way to welcome the 2026 Games after Victoria controversially pulled out of hosting the event.
Bulldogs denied by Storm despite Addo-Carr hat-trick
Former Storm favourite Josh Addo-Carr has bagged a hat-trick but it wasn't enough for Canterbury to leave Melbourne with a victory, falling 16-14.
McDermott, McReight sent off in shock Reds Super loss
The Queensland Reds have been beaten by Super Rugby Pacific strugglers Moana Pasifika in Whangarei, with two star talents sent off for serious foul play.
Mixed injury news for Demons stars Oliver and Salem
Melbourne's Christian Salem could miss up to six weeks with a hamstring injury while Clayton Oliver should resume in round seven after minor finger surgery.
Audi’s small and spunky SUV packs a real punch
German marque Audi has created a suite of hot-rod SUVs, but the baby of the family remains one of the most memorable as it marks a decade on fun.
Tahs beat Reds to ice unbeaten Super W regular season
The Waratahs will enter the Super Rugby Women finals as hot favourites for the title after completing an unbeaten run through the regular season.
Irankunda cleared to play for Adelaide after FA review
A-League Men clubs had lobbied Football Australia to stand Nestory Irankunda down but he has been cleared to play for Adelaide United against the Bulls.
Dump tackle has Lions’ Cameron sidelined for AFL clash
Brisbane small forward Charlie Cameron faces suspension for their key home game against Geelong because of the tackle he laid on Melbourne defender Jake Lever.
Two cryptocurrency companies collapse owing $160m
Two separate Australian cryptocurrency companies have collapsed while federal court proceedings are being pursued against the directors of the businesses.
Mixed NBL fortunes for Webster brothers at Wildcats
Kiwi brothers Tai and Corey Webster have had their Perth Wildcats playing futures decided ahead of the NBL free agency period.
GWS build killer instinct in Canberra clash with Saints
The GWS Giants have started their AFL campaign with four straight wins, but coach Adam Kingsley acknowledges they still have levels to add to their game.
Federal cash to help protect treasured wetlands
Federal government funds will be used to improve shorebird habitats in wetlands at the mouth of the River Murray in South Australia.
Australia up 2-0, on cusp of BJK Cup finals return
Arina Rodionova and Daria Saville have won their Billie Jean King Cup matches against Mexico in contrasting fashion as Australia edged towards a finals return.
Urgent meeting sought over $550 War Memorial upgrade
As findings of cost blowouts and conflicts of interests swirl around, the government has sought an urgent briefing with the national audit office.
‘I’d be the first to know’: Arthur talks down Eels exit
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur insists external chatter around his job does not have him looking over his shoulder, adamant he would know if the heat was on.
Suns ‘nearly there’ as Hardwick settles on best fit
The Suns' new-look backline has earned another chance to impress, with Damien Hardwick resisting change for his side's return home to face Hawthorn.
Football great charged with historical child abuse
Victorian detectives have charged former St Kilda and Melbourne ruckman Carl Ditterich after an investigation into alleged historical child sex offences.
Facebook-Twiggy Australian clickbait battle dropped
Andrew Forrest's attempt to hold Facebook to account has been dropped as prosecutors decline to file a criminal indictment against its parent company Meta.
Ex-NFL star and actor OJ Simpson dies of cancer
OJ Simpson has died of cancer at the age of 76, his family has announced on social media.
Time off can let Schuster sort future: Seibold
Manly coach Anthony Seibold hopes out-of-favour second-rower Josh Schuster's future can be sorted during his two weeks of personal leave.
Attempted murder sentence halted over safety concerns
A judge has ended a sentencing for attempted murder after the defendant made outbursts that escalated to the point where security officers had to intervene.
Moloney sees chance for Japanese boxing takeover
Australian bantamweight world champion Jason Moloney plans to build on his established Japanese fan base when he defends his belt in front of 55,000 in Tokyo.
Hunter confirms achilles tear in brutal Olympics blow
Storm Hunter will miss the Olympics and place her plans to crack the world's top 100 on hold after rupturing her achilles while training in Brisbane.
New drug to reduce brain cell death in stroke patients
A new drug is undergoing trials in hospitals across Australia with hopes it will be used by first responders to slow brain injury during the onset of a stroke.
Premier decries Dutton’s Port Arthur protest comparison
The Tasmanian premier has hit out at comparisons made by Opposition Leader Peter Dutton which compared pro-Palestine protests to the Port Arthur massacre.