Rising A-League star embroiled in racism probe
A-League Men club Melbourne City look set to be embroiled in a race row after one of their brightest prospects was accused of using discriminatory language.
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‘Move on’: Capitals focus on finals even without stars
The UC Capitals and the Geelong Venom are missing some of their biggest WNBL stars, while New Zealand representatives have an opportunity to shine.
Son of slain filmmaker Reiner assigned new defence team
A judge has delayed Nick Reiner's arraignment in the killing of his parents after his high-profile lawyer asked to be replaced.
PM vows quick answers after yielding to Bondi inquiry
Anthony Albanese has unveiled a royal commission into anti-Semitism and social cohesion following weeks of pressure after the Bondi massacre.
Bucket list item still looms after Ashes domination
Australia have produced one of the most impressive series wins of the Andrew McDonald era in the home Ashes, but the lure of 2027 still looms large.
Lee back to haunt United as Cairns pinch NBL thriller
Chris Goulding had a season-high 27 points for Melbourne United but couldn't drag them over the line in a surprise NBL loss to the struggling Cairns Taipans.
Triple threat: Webster turns SCG Test on its head
Australia are facing an intriguing final-day chase in the fifth Ashes Test after England went to stumps on day four at 8-302, with a lead of 119 runs.
‘I look up to Caleb’: Welsford’s new contract advice
Sam Welsford, one of the drawcards at this week's Australian road cycling championships, has thanked fellow sprinter Caleb Ewan for advice on his new contract.
Perth add most experienced name to roster with Curran
Canterbury forward Josh Curran has signed a three-year deal with Perth, becoming the first 100-game NRL player to join the new franchise.
De Minaur reveals reasoning for ‘brutal’ Davis Cup call
Australia's soon-to-be world No.5 Alex de Minaur has detailed the reasons behind the toughest decision of his professional tennis career.
Bethell staving off Australia’s push to finish Ashes
England's batters have fought back on the fourth day at the SCG to go to tea at 3-174, but they still trail Australia by nine runs in the fifth Test.
City beat Roar in spiteful ALM clash
Max Caputo's drought-breaking goal has proven all Melbourne City needed in a much-needed 1-0 win over Brisbane Roar in the ALM.
De Minaur dazzles as Australia reach Cup quarter-finals
Twin wins from world No.6 Alex de Minaur have dragged Australia off the canvas and into the United Cup quarter-finals with a do-or-die victory over Czechia.
‘Chilling’ protest ban extended over safety concerns
A ban on protests following the Bondi terror attack has been slammed after police extended the measure for another two weeks because of public safety concerns.
No welcome mat for league’s Lomax from Wallabies star
Star scrumhalf Tate McDermott feels the Wallabies have enough depth on the wing without chasing former NRL flyer Zac Lomax, who is tossing up a code switch.
Five-year deal: Dragons recruit potent Souths forward
St George Illawarra have labelled Keaon Koloamatangi as one of the biggest signings in recent memory, after confirming the Tongan star on a five-year deal.
Clarke’s middle-order plea to selectors for transition
Michael Clarke believes Australia's batting is in a good place ahead of a period of transition, provided selectors do one key thing right.
Global minimum tax deal update backed by 145 countries
A 15 per cent global minimum tax framework has been kept as countries approved an update that allows carve-outs for some US companies.
Head expects he’ll keep opening after Ashes domination
Travis Head has indicated he'll keep opening for Australia, after he and Steve Smith's centuries put their side in charge of the final Ashes Test.
Deposed Maduro defiantly declares innocence in US court
The toppled president of Venezuela has defiantly declared his innocence in court after being seized by US military forces from the capital Caracas.
Sixers pip Heat in low-scoring BBL thriller
Sydney Sixers pair Joel Davies and Hayden Kerr conjured a rescue mission in a three-wicket win over Brisbane Heat that almost turned into a disaster.
Ten people guilty of cyberbullying France’s first lady
A Paris court has found 10 people guilty for the cyber harassment of France's first lady, Brigitte Macron, over false claims she was born a man.
Gauff goes from cold to hot as US make quarter-finals
The US are on track to defend their United Cup crown after locking in a quarter-final berth on a topsy-turvy day for Taylor Fritz and Coco Gauff.
Sydney upset Bendigo to keep finals hopes flickering
Unique Thompson has starred for the Sydney Flames as they claimed an unlikely victory against the ladder leading Bendigo Spirit in the WNBL.
Travis heads towards another ton in Test counterpunch
Travis Head is in sight of his third century of the Ashes, going to stumps on 91no and with Australia 2-166 in reply to England's first-innings 384.
No fault: Liberals deny tensions as tennis ace departs
An ex-tennis ace and rising Liberal star has blamed infighting for his decision to quit politics, but the party leader insists those issues are in the past.
Parramatta sign replacement for Zac Lomax
NRL side Parramatta have signed a highly-rated outside back following the sudden exit of NSW representative Zac Lomax.
Labor mulls early parliament sitting after Bondi attack
Politicians will be back in Canberra sooner than planned to pass key security reforms after the nation's worst mass shooting in decades.
England power to best innings of Ashes series
Thanks largely to a century from No.4 Joe Root, England have taken their most dominant position of the Ashes series at the SCG.
Skipper’s dream finish gives Renegades BBL derby glory
A crowd in excess of 68,000 was on hand to see the Renegades chase down the Stars with one ball to spare in an epic instalment of the BBL's Melbourne derby.
Mariners roar to life in 4-0 ALM blitz over Reds
Central Coast scored three goals in less than 15 minutes en route to a 4-0 victory over Adelaide United to snare a perfect start to the new year.