Penrith’s rap sheet forced NRL into big punishment: CEO
Andrew Abdo has opened up on the NRL's decision to whack Penrith with a monster punishment for trainer Corey Bocking's mid-game blunder against Gold Coast.
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Australia to boost navy firepower with Japanese design
Japanese Mogami-class frigates will replace aging Australian warships following a landmark review recommending a focus on long-range firepower.
‘Simon can coach’ – but no longer at Demons
Departing Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has the rare and dubious distinction of being sacked after a huge AFL win.
‘Exceeds expectations’: Lions a win for Rugby Australia
While the Wallabies suffered a narrow series loss to the British and Irish Lions, Rugby Australia are cheering the tour's success on and off the field.
Israeli cabinet may order complete takeover of Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will seek cabinet backing for a plan to fully occupy the Gaza Strip according to media reports.
Sipley exit leaves Manly in need of more muscle
Manly have agreed to release middle forward Toafofoa Sipley from the final year of his NRL contract to take up an opportunity overseas.
‘Infectious’: Stars looking to stick together at Storm
Ahead of his 100th Storm game, captain Harry Grant says contract talks are continuing but he was thrilled to see halfback Jahrome Hughes extend to 2030.
Penrith cop historic fine, ban over trainer blunder
Penrith have been handed a hefty fine and will be without a trainer for five games following a controversial incident in the NRL win over Gold Coast.
Meet the first woman to lead Australia’s federal police
Krissy Barrett will make history when she becomes the first woman to lead the Australian Federal Police, replacing Reece Kershaw after his early retirement.
I’ve had a good crack: Ward retires with no regrets
Beloved GWS champion Callan Ward knows he won't be part of the maiden Giants premiership team, but he ends his storied AFL career with no regrets.
NRL integrity unit probing Tigers’ offensive gesture
Canterbury have reached out to the NRL integrity unit after Wests Tigers players made an offensive gesture at the crowd in the latter stages of Sunday's game.
Global consortium has Whyalla steelworks in its sights
The ailing Whyalla steelworks is in the sights of an international consortium with deep pockets and led by Australia's largest steelmaker.
Crichton dodges ban, Tigers firebrand set for sidelines
Alex Seyfarth's NRL season could be over after a monster ban from the match review committee but the news is better for Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton.
Fainu ‘100 per cent’ behind coach’s halfback plan
Latu Fainu says he's happy to keep sharing halfback duties with Adam Doueihi if that's what Benji Marshall decides is best for Wests Tigers.
De Minaur hot-foots it to Canadian Open quarter-finals
Alex de Minaur has won a battle between two of the most nimble players on the men's tennis circuit to book his place in the quarter-finals of the Canadian Open.
Call-up looms for Fyfe after Young scans come through
Fremantle have ruled Hayden Young out of Saturday night's clash with Port Adelaide, but there's still a chance he will return before the finals.
Hollands returns as young Blue gets heartbreaking news
Elijah Hollands has returned from personal leave following a two-and-a-half month break, and he's set to play in the VFL this weekend.
Norris closes gap on Piastri in Hungary thriller
Lando Norris has held off a dramatic late charge from Oscar Piastri to win the Hungarian GP and cut the Australian's world championship lead to nine points.
Queensland great Sam Backo dies, aged 64
Sam Backo has been remembered a Queensland State of Origin great and selfless man off the field, after dying at age 64.
Star Dockers mid injured in comeback win over Carlton
Fremantle have kicked seven goals to one in the last quarter to post a crucial 27-point win over Carlton which keeps them in the hunt for a top-four berth.
Cats coach weighs in on Stewart’s awkward collision
North Melbourne's Paul Curtis is facing certain suspension for punching an opponent but Geelong's Tom Stewart could escape sanction over high contact.
Scott backs Cats’ Jezza watch after Port demolition
Coleman Medal leader Jeremy Cameron has added another six goals to his season tally in Geelong's dominant win over an undermanned Port Adelaide.
Sharks feast on drowned Cowboys to boost top-four hopes
Cronulla have made it a four-horse race for the last spot in the top four, with a convincing 32-12 beating of North Queensland at Shark Park.
Tigers have last laugh as Galvin’s Dogs stunned
Young gun Lachlan Galvin famously jumped ship from Wests Tigers mid-season but could not inspire Canterbury to victory in his first match against the old firm.
‘Hell of a team’: Lions’ gushing praise for Wallabies
Joe Schmidt is refusing to get swept up in the emotion of the Wallabies' victory over the British and Irish Lions, saying he is still definitely stepping down.
NRL to look into Penrith trainer as sanction looms
The NRL has a precedent to fine or suspend the Penrith trainer who ran in front of Jayden Campbell as he lined up a crucial kick in Gold Coast's loss.
Lynne McGranger wins Gold Logie
Home and Away royalty Lynne McGranger has won the Gold Logie for Most Popular Personality on Australian Television.
Harris puts gold stamp on Australia’s swim world titles
Meg Harris has won the women's 50m freestyle as Australia finished the swimming world titles in second spot on the medal table behind the United States.
Spirited Wallabies deny Lions series clean sweep
The Wallabies have avoided a series whitewash with an action-packed 22-12 win over the British and Irish Lions in a spiteful third and final Test in Sydney.
Lions roar back in style against flat Magpies
The Brisbane Lions have ended a four-game losing run against Collingwood, taming the Magpies by 27 points at the MCG.
Roosters’ season has a pulse with vital win over Manly
In wet and wild conditions, the Sydney Roosters have nabbed a vital 20-4 defeat of Manly, one of their biggest rivals for a place in the NRL finals.