Minister sinks talk of Trump torpedo for nuclear subs
Cold water has been poured on claims a Donald Trump presidency would threaten Australia's acquisition of nuclear powered submarines.
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Former Cowboys captains inspire unbeaten NRL start
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has hailed the humility and first class response by Jason Taumalolo and Chad Townsend after being relieved of the captaincy.
Fletcher winging it for Lions’ grand-final rematch
Brisbane Lions second-year talent Jaspa Fletcher took plenty from watching his Collingwood wing rivals in last year's four-point AFL grand-final loss.
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EV owners urged to change charging behaviour for Easter
Charge early and plan ahead: experts are advising electric vehicle drivers to be mindful of others to avoid queues during a record-breaking Easter holiday.
RFS not supportive amid calls for emergency oversight
A coronial inquiry into the Black Summer bushfires has been finalised, as the head of the Rural Fire Service resists calls for another emergency body.
Divers recover two bodies after US bridge collapse
The bodies of two missing workers have been found after a Baltimore bridge collapsed when a ship crashed into it, as investigations continue into the disaster.
Brisbane Games must fit the region, says IOC
An influential Olympic committee has praised Brisbane Games organisers for 'important and measured progress' after 2032 infrastructure plans were scaled back.
Lengthy trial for faith group charged over girl’s death
More than a dozen members of a religious group face charges of murder or manslaughter over the death of eight-year-old by withholding her diabetes medication.
‘Remarkable’ more did not die in Black Summer: coroner
The report of a two-year Black Summer coronial inquiry has made numerous recommendations but left some impacted residents feeling ignored.
Munster completes contact training, set for round five
Melbourne's Cameron Munster is on track to return from his groin injury in time for the round-five NRL clash against Brisbane.
Cost of living, natural disasters impact tourism
Domestic travellers are opting to have shorter, cheaper holidays closer to home as international tourism continues to recover from the pandemic, new data shows.
Jackson’s presence in Paris would make us giddy: Meares
Seven weeks after announcing her retirement from international basketball, Lauren Jackson has been named in the extended Opals squad for the Olympic Games.
Shaun Johnson hungry but not for Dally M Medal
Shaun Johnson missed out on the Dally M Medal by a whisker last season but that hasn't motivated him to chase the award this year.
Curfew, extra cops: emergency grips Alice Springs
An emergency has been declared in Alice Springs by the Northern Territory government after a group of young people attacked a pub and brawls broke out.
Olympic champ questions handling of Brisbane Games
World swimming champ Ariarne Titmus has taken aim at the Queensland government's Brisbane 2032 infrastructure plan, saying it needs to think about its legacy.
Titans not worried by Fifita contract situation
David Fifita has six weeks to decide if he wants to stay at a struggling Gold Coast for the next two years, but the Titans insist they are not worried.
Taylan holds hope of May-Day despite Penrith deal
Re-signed Penrith centre Taylan May is still holding hope of one day playing alongside his brothers even though it may have to be in the Super League.
Titmus on track as Paris swim uniform revealed
Defending Olympic freestyle champion Ariarne Titmus is pleased with her progress as Australia's aquatic uniform was revealed ahead of this year's Paris Games.
‘It’d be sad’ to farewell Leichhardt: Tigers’ Papali’i
Isaiah Papali'i would be sad to farewell Leichhardt Oval but Wests Tigers players appear resigned they will have little say in the club's future at the ground.
Slipper to become Australia’s most-capped Super player
Veteran prop James Slipper is set to equal fellow former Wallabies captain Stephen Moore as Australia's most-capped Super Rugby player.
‘Defend the island’, Tasmania gun for maiden NBL title
The Tasmania JackJumpers can clinch their first NBL title with victory in game four of the Championship Series against Melbourne United in Hobart.
Cunningham ‘fantastic’, Adams likely to miss for Swans
Sydney Swans coach John Longmire says Harry Cunningham is in great spirits, despite being concussed in a controversial bump last weekend.
Accountant to the stars jailed for fleecing $2m
High-profile musicians and restaurateurs are among the victims of an accountant jailed for stealing $2 million by siphoning client money into his own accounts.
Detectives declare major crime gang ‘eradicated’
Police have claimed victory over a notorious Sydney crime gang after a three-year probe into its dial-a-dealer drug network and associated murders.
‘Taking year off’: gig is up for Splendour in the Grass
Splendour in the Grass has been cancelled, disappointing Kylie Minogue fans after the superstar was announced as the annual musical festival's headliner.
Other stadiums ‘well ahead’ of Gabba: Cricket Australia
Cricket Australia is pitching for a long-term solution to Brisbane's stadium limbo as the Gabba prepares for the end of its useful life by 2030.
Inquest to probe prison murder by ‘sadistic’ inmate
A coroner will examine the ambush murder of a prisoner by a fellow inmate who was known to be capable of sadistic acts yet moved out of maximum security.
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‘Unacceptable’ errors led to Telstra triple zero bungle
A series of embarrassing failures, including incorrect phone numbers and an incorrectly entered email address, contributed to triple zero delays on March 1.
Robinson backs concussion protocol despite bunker error
Trent Robinson has stood by the NRL's concussion protocols, despite the bunker's independent doctor misdiagnosing Sam Walker mid-game in round three.
‘I’d love to stay a Dragon’: Su’A denies Bennett links
Dragons star Jaydn Su'A wants to remain at St George Illawarra, and insists he is not holding out for a third stint under mentor Wayne Bennett.
Disability scheme overhaul transforms access to support
An overhaul of the government's disability scheme could change the way Australians access support funding and give powers to the program's watchdog.