‘Ready to fight’: first-term MP rises to leadership
With the clock ticking down to a pivotal election, the NSW Liberals new leader will must turn around a party stuck in a "dire" situation.
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Ashes set to be closest in Australia for a generation
Every Ashes series in Australia for the past 40 years has been anti-climatic, but this summer is perfectly placed for classic status.
Minjee Lee leads Aussie push at rich Tour Championship
Australians Minjee Lee, Grace Kim and Steph Kyriacou are all in the mix for a record $6.2 million pay day at women's golf's Tour Championship in Florida.
The Irish connection that helped Blues snag AFLW star
Gaelic football star Erone Fitzpatrick heeded Zach Tuohy's advice on a unique road from Ireland to an AFLW preliminary final, weathering a big setback en route.
Racism allegations: Aussie coach hails Fowler’s courage
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has praised Mary Fowler for going public with alleged discriminatory treatment she received playing for French club Montpellier.
Australia collapse as quicks dominate Ashes opening day
Australia's early Ashes dominance from a Mitchell Starc masterclass has crumbled, collapsing to 9-123 at stumps following a chaotic first day in Perth.
Demons up against the odds in AFLW finals
The first to fall in a historic winning streak, Melbourne are looking to end defending premiers North Melbourne's reign and reach another AFLW grand final.
Campbell to remain a Titan in latest blow to Bears
Jayden Campbell has knocked back a $6 million deal to join Perth for their first five NRL seasons, instead telling the Titans he will remain on the Gold Coast.
Crows land flag star as players earn AFL lifelines
Adelaide couldn't satisfy Brisbane in their AFL trade negotiations for Callum Ah Chee, but have finally landed their target through the pre-season draft.
O’Connor still wanted amid Wallabies’ 10 turmoil
The Wallabies' No.10 woes keep going with Carter Gordon out of the team to face France - but James O'Connor has been told he still has an international future.
Wilson doubles up to fire Thunder’s win over Heat
Sydney Thunder's huge total of 6-200 has secured their second consecutive win in the WBBL and put the winless Brisbane Heat's finals hopes in grave danger.
Head’s instant Ashes classic sinks England in two days
Travis Head's classic Ashes century has propelled Australia to one of their most memorable Test wins, sinking a deflated England by eight wickets in two days.
Wearable stories: an Indigenous counter to fast fashion
Stories are stitched into each garment of one Indigenous-owned fashion label and now an exhibition is celebrating the brand's journey.
Thai champ surges as Aussie ace stays in $6 million mix
Minjee Lee has climbed to fifth in pursuit of a record $6.2 million pay day as a familiar name surged to the lead at the women's golf's Tour Championship.
Brisbane no certainty for Test opener until 2032
Brisbane is only guaranteed to host the opening Test in 2032, with Australia a chance to never start a summer at the Gabba again before it is knocked down.
Injured Wallaby tipped to become a champion in gold
Carter Gordon's injury woes mean he'll miss the last Wallabies' Test of the year, but his captain is sure the luckless flyhalf will become a rugby star in gold.
Eels re-sign Addo-Carr days after farewelling Lomax
NRL star Josh Addo-Carr will remain at Parramatta until at least the end of 2027 after signing a one-year contract extension.
North survive Dees thriller to reach AFLW grand final
North Melbourne have punched their ticket to an AFLW grand final after Blaithin Bogue played a starring role in a sensational comeback win over Melbourne.
Piastri out of luck in Vegas as Norris takes pole
Oscar Piastri has qualified fifth for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with his McLaren teammate and main championship rival Lando Norris taking pole.
Sawyer strike lifts Bulls over Phoenix in ALM
Substitute Harry Sawyer's late strike has lifted Macarthur to a hard-fought 1-0 A-League Men win over Wellington Phoenix at Sky Stadium.
Flyers fly high to pile more pain on ‘clumsy’ Flames
The Southside Melbourne Flyers' birthday girl has helped snap a two-game losing streak, also dealing the Sydney Flames their fifth loss in six WNBL games.
Demons coach and star to mull big calls on AFLW future
Mick Stinear has yet to decide about his AFLW future with Melbourne in the aftermath of finals heartbreak, as Geelong and Sydney look for a new coach.
McVeigh’s haul not enough for Cairns in Breakers loss
Jack McVeigh has posted another haul of 30-plus points but couldn't prevent Cairns suffering defeat at the hands of the New Zealand Breakers.
I’m half a chance: Cummins pushes for Gabba Test return
Star paceman Pat Cummins has given a positive update on his back injury as he pushes to make a return in the second Ashes Test against England at the Gabba.
Svarc plug: Ruby dazzles as Lions’ blitz ends Blues
The Brisbane Lions will meet North Melbourne in the AFLW decider for a third straight season after a crushing 35-point preliminary final defeat of Carlton.
Lolley heroics deliver Sydney sweet win over Victory
Sydney FC are top of the A-League Men after a Joe Lolley masterclass delivered a 3-0 home win over Melbourne Victory.
Fire roast Capitals to record third triple-digit win
The Townsville Fire have continued their statement start to the WNBL season, downing the UC Capitals to cement top spot on the ladder.
Shell-shocked Stokes tells England to feel the hurt
England have been humbled inside two days in the first Ashes Test in Perth, but captain Ben Stokes doesn't want any baggage carried into the Gabba.
Bulls debutant, veteran leggie skittle Vics in Shield
Young quick Sam Geyer and legspinner Mitch Swepson have starred for Queensland against Victoria, before Matt Renshaw survived a tough night at the Gabba.
Rivals’ best shots fall short as AFLW trilogy awaits
Defending premiers North Melbourne and two-time premiers Brisbane fended off hefty blows to book a third-straight AFLW decider, having split the previous two.
Veteran’s career at crossroads after Head’s heroics
Australia veteran Usman Khawaja's career is hanging in the balance after his back injury led to Travis Head opening and smashing a classic Ashes knock.