Time for ‘rubber to hit the road’ in Closing the Gap
A plan to reduce disadvantage among Indigenous people is at risk of not meeting targets, as Indigenous leaders call for funding to back programs.
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Swans avoid AFL grand final hangover talk: Amartey
With Sydney coming off another heavy AFL grand final defeat, forward Joel Amartey saying they're firmly focused on what's ahead in 2025.
American novelist Tom Robbins dies at 92
Tom Robbins, best known for his novel Even Cowgirls Get the Blues that made him a cult favourite, has died at the age of 92.
No rep retirement as Cherry-Evans eyes Maroons jersey
Daly Cherry-Evans is yet to decide whether 2025 will be his 15th and final season at Manly, but he has no plans to walk away from representative football early.
Ponga explains All Stars stance after Kangaroos saga
Kalyn Ponga has delved into his decision to accept a Maori All Stars call-up after turning down the chance to represent Australia late last year.
Skipper Murray ‘in frame’ to start season for Souths
Cameron Murray has set a deadline for when he needs to return to contact training following a wrist injury if he is to start the NRL season for South Sydney.
Man accused of raping Virgin worker in Fiji gets bail
A Fijian man accused of raping and sexually assaulting a Virgin Australia crew member on New Year's Day has been granted bail, with some strict conditions.
Mailata savours becoming first Aussie to win Super Bowl
Sydney-born Jordan Mailata is the first Australian to play in a Super Bowl win with his Philadelphia Eagles downing Kansas City 40-22 in the NFL showpiece game.
Just who can stop a fifth-straight Penrith premiership?
As a new NRL season nears, Penrith remain the team to beat after conquering Melbourne in last year's grand final.
Spoilt-for-choice selectors delay Marnus batting call
Marnus Labuschagne's spot in the Test batting order appears up in the air amid a glut of options for selectors with the World Test Championship final looming.
Tassie opener continues hot run, Vics set testing chase
Jake Weatherald's fine Sheffield Shield form has continued after the competition break, the opener's big century ensuring Victoria face a tricky run chase.
Perth Wildcats legend Cotton claims fifth NBL MVP title
Perth Wildcats star Bryce Cotton has beaten Adelaide's Kendric Davis and South East Melbourne's Matt Hurt to claim his fifth NBL MVP award.
Matildas skipper Kerr waits after jury is sent out
A jury in Sam Kerr's London trial on charges of racially aggravated harassment has finished hearing evidence and been sent out to consider their verdict.
Australia must be a ‘model ally’ in US tariff talks
Australia must prove its relationship with the US is mutually beneficial to earn another exemption from steel and aluminium tariffs, experts say.
Trump raises steel tariffs, weighs Australia exemption
US President Donald Trump has announced 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports but is "considering" a carve-out for Australia.
Ceasefire should be cancelled over Hamas delay:Trump
The US president Donald Trump has stepped up pressure on Hamas after the militant group said it was delaying the release of hostages.
Bank moratorium ‘too late’ for rural towns left behind
The federal government has announced a moratorium on regional bank closures, but it's cold comfort for those who have already lost their local branches.
Fuming Phoenix held by Roar as ALM finals hopes dim
Wellington Phoenix disageed with a no-penalty ruling after an A-League Men 1-all draw with bottom-club Brisbane Roar.
Taniela Tupou suddenly loving life at the NSW Waratahs
Star signing Taniela Tupou is hoping to put a couple of injury-riddled years behind him and peak for the NSW Waratahs and the Wallabies in 2025.
Wallabies mentor Schmidt to step down in World Cup blow
Joe Schmidt has confirmed he won't steer the Wallabies through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup at home in a major disappointment for Australian rugby.
Donald gone, new Jillaroos coach makes big first move
Brad Donald has stood down as Jillaroos coach and his replacement has made a statement selection in her first act ahead of the side's Las Vegas tilt.
Two-goal Fowler steers Man City into League Cup final
Matildas star Mary Fowler has lifted Manchester City into the League Cup final after her brace ensured a 2-1 win over Arsenal.
Starc, Lyon important on ‘tight’ first day in Galle
Australia walked all over Sri Lanka in the Test series opener but things didn't come as easily on day one of the second Test in Galle.
Accused criminals left to own devices in ‘bail fail’
A state will stop using private firms to track accused criminals on bail after dozens were left unmonitored when a provider suddenly collapsed.
Dates locked in for Australia’s West Indies tour
Australia will have only a matter of days between the World Test Championship Final and the first Test of their West Indies tour.
Mandatory jail for terror risks ‘serious injustice’
Australians from vulnerable communities could be disproportionately harmed by laws that introduce mandatory jail time for some terror offences, experts warn.
A-League stalwart, City goalkeeper Jamie Young retires
Melbourne City veteran goalkeeper and A-League Men stalwart Jamie Young has retired from professional football, effective immediately.
AFL involved as NFL game set for MCG in September
The AFL has been a key part of negotiations for an regular-season NFL game to be played at the MCG next year, most likely in early September.
Henriques steers NSW to one-day crushing of Tasmania
Moises Henriques and Ben Dwarshuis have starred as NSW moved to the top of the One-Day Cup table with a dominant win over Tasmania.
Netanyahu backs Trump’s ‘remarkable’ plan for Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has backed US President Donald Trump's plan for the relocation of Palestinians from Gaza during a Fox News interview.
Kerr recalls racism, denies ‘kicking off’ in taxi
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has claimed a London cop treated her differently because of the colour of her skin and recalled experiencing racism in Australia.