Dragons get behind coach Flanagan with new NRL deal
St George Illawarra have locked in coach Shane Flanagan with a new deal, firming their future after recently luring Daniel Anderson to head recruitment.
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Why Sharks find NRL draw commentary ‘disrespectful’
Cronulla have been touted for a late charge into the NRL's top-four but Craig Fitzgibbon is wary of underestimating their upcoming opponents.
Patterson husband’s poison fears pre-dated deadly lunch
Erin Patterson's estranged husband feared she was poisoning him on several camping trips in the years before she murdered his loved ones.
‘Disgraceful’ sex offender MP resigns parliament seat
Jailed MP Gareth Ward has resigned after being convicted of sex offences as former parliamentary colleagues prepared to vote on his expulsion.
Aussie captain short-listed for soccer’s Ballon d’Or
Arsenal's Steph Catley has been rewarded for her continuing excellence for club and country as the lone Australian to be nominated in the Ballon d'Or awards.
Storm go top as Broncos cop bizarre halves injury blows
Brisbane are sweating on the fitness of their star halves Adam Reynolds and Ezra Mam, who were both injured in the first half of their 22-2 loss to Melbourne.
Cats make Danger call ahead of crucial Bombers clash
Patrick Dangerfield won't be able to lay off any goal assists to century-hunter Jeremy Cameron this week, rested from Geelong's clash with Essendon.
Doedee in for Lions, Dockers veteran Fyfe returns
Unlucky defender Tom Doedee is finally back in AFL action after two knee reconstructions and Fremantle have recalled two-time Brownlow medallist Nat Fyfe.
‘Do or die’ – Sea Eagles target ladder-leading Raiders
Canberra will host Manly in crucial match on Friday night as both teams aim to get back on a winning track.
Voss marked safe: Carlton back their coach for 2026
Carlton have described Michael Voss as a "strong and selfless leader", backing him to coach the Blues next season after a horror 2025 campaign.
Edmed answers Wallabies SOS call for South Africa tour
Playmakers Tane Edmed and James O'Connor have both been included in a 35-man Wallabies squad to play two Tests against the world champion Springboks in Africa.
Young guns add to South Sydney contract speculation
Young second-rower Jacob Host and 28-gamer Jye Gray haven't ruled out moves away from the NRL as they prepare for latest "Spoon Bowl".
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Putin hopes to meet Trump next week, possibly in UAE
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the United Arab Emirates is a possible site for his meeting with US President Donald Trump.
Pezet eyes week-to-week NRL in Storm spine squeeze
Melbourne's back-up half Jonah Pezet has made no secret of his desire to play NRL every week, with first-choice No.7 Jahrome Hughes having signed until 2030.
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Sex offender MP to face expulsion bid after court loss
A state MP convicted and jailed of rape and indecent assault has been rebuked by a court after losing a rushed bid to prevent his parliamentary expulsion.
Howe knocked out as Hawks batter flagging Magpies
Collingwood's Jeremy Howe was taken to hospital for precautionary scans after a huge collision with Jai Newcombe as Hawthorn posted a crucial win at the MCG.
Voss still Carlton coach after Blues board meets
Michael Voss's job was on the agenda at a scheduled Carlton board meeting, but the under-pressure coach remains in his position.
Harsh and unfair: Coach Cleary responds to trainer ban
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has launched a passionate defence of under-fire trainer Corey Bocking after the NRL banned him for running in front of a goalkicker.
Longmire, Simpson speak after Goodwin’s Demons sacking
AFL premiership coaches Adam Simpson and John Longmire, who are working in the media, have spoken following Melbourne's sacking of Simon Goodwin.
Another Port player set to miss rest of AFL season
Port Adelaide's Jase Burgoyne is set to miss the rest the season and be added to a long list of Power players sent for surgery this year.
Hawks coach confident injury-plagued star will be back
Will Day's season-ending foot injury is a massive blow for Hawthorn as they prepare for a blockbuster against Collingwood.
Sloan ready to prove worth as Dragons land big prop
As the Dragons sign a former prop, Tyrell Sloan insists he can prove his worth to St George Illawarra after being given permission to talk to rivals.
Premier to face immediate test after minority return
A motion will be moved to test if state Liberals have the parliamentary numbers after being allowed to reform minority government without crossbench support.
Naden fined as Tigers learn fate over khawd gesture
Three Wests Tigers players accused of making an offensive gesture at Canterbury fans have learned whether they will be sanctioned over the incident.
Outback Wrangler star ‘tampered with helicopter dash’
Outback Wrangler star Matt Wright interfered with a helicopter's dashboard at a crash site in an attempt "to cover up previous rule breaking", a jury has heard.
Snowtown murderer granted parole after decades in jail
Convicted Snowtown killer James Vlassakis is no longer considered a threat to the community and has been granted parole after 26 years in jail.
Turbo back at No.1 for Manly as Souths get boost
Manly have moved Tom Trbojevic back to his preferred fullback spot as Brandon Smith makes a return for South Sydney and Latrell Mitchell looms large.
Lachlan Galvin named to play despite hand injury
Lachlan Galvin has been named to face the Warriors despite suffering a hand injury in the shock loss to his former club Wests Tigers.
Hard call barring ‘Marky Mark’ from rookie gong: Watson
Mark Nawaqanitawase had been considered a leading candidate for the NRL's Dally M Rookie of the Year award until a mid-season rule change.
Former prop Perrett launches legal claim against Manly
A former Manly prop is seeking a multi-million dollar payout from the club after an alleged "outlandish" training session that ended his NRL career.
Youthful Boomers add Dash and dare for Asia Cup defence
Dash Daniels represents the fresh new face of the Boomers, who begin their two-time defence of the Asia Cup in Saudi Arabia with bigger things in mind.