ABC staff lament poor wages as strike, re-runs roll on
The ABC will rely on foreign content and repeats of old shows to fill 24 hours of broadcasting as its workers down tools for their first strike in decades.
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Calm before storm: RBA braces for spikes and hikes
The economy is expected to be hit with a savage inflation spike which will in turn increase the chances of more interest rate hikes.
Billions for Rio smelter rescue hailed as ‘slam dunk’
An aluminium smelter will get billions of dollars in government funding to stay open and save thousands of jobs in the latest bailout of a metals manufacturer.
Rogers reflects on ’50-50′ call, coaching evolution
Victoria's wealth of bowling options has left coach Chris Rogers with one of the toughest calls of his coaching career ahead of the Sheffield Shield final.
Crows lose key trio for hoodoo away trip to Geelong
Three star Crows have had their wings clipped ahead of Adelaide's away game against Geelong.
Seibold calls for calm as scrutiny grows on Manly coach
Daly Cherry-Evans' return to Brookvale has coincided with mounting pressure on Manly coach Anthony Seibold, but he says patience is required at the club.
‘Kangaroo’ Suto eyes World Cup on first trip Down Under
In Croatia, they used to tease Ante Suto by calling him a "kangaroo" and now the Hibs forward is a chance to go to the World Cup with the Socceroos.
‘No justice’: grieving mum sobs as killer driver jailed
A mother has broken down in tears while lamenting the sentence handed to the driver who smashed into a car, killing her two children.
‘Let my fists do the talking’: Tszyu ready to rumble
A wiser Tim Tszyu is being coy about what style he will bring when the former world boxing champion takes on undefeated Albanian Denis Nurja.
Strike threat remains as ABC staff return to work
ABC staff are leaving the door open to more strikes, as union figures say their message about job security and wages is not getting through to management.
Rain dampens Shield final after Vics claim SA wickets
Victoria sent South Australia in to bat on day one of the Sheffield Shield final and claimed three wickets before rain stopped play.
Schoupp inks three-year deal on Waratahs derby eve
In a boost for ACT rugby fans, Blake Schoupp has re-signed with the Brumbies ahead of their clash with bitter rivals and out-of-form NSW Waratahs.
‘Like grand final’: Melbourne readies for NFL clash
The first NFL regular-season clash in Australia has been locked in, and former NFL and AFL star Ben Graham has compared the occasion to the AFL grand final.
Panthers veteran announces immediate retirement
Penrith forward Matt Eisenhuth has announced his retirement from the NRL after 145 first-grade games.
Harrower out as Lightning, Capitals trumpet re-signings
Southside Melbourne Flyers have parted ways with coach Kristi Harrower, while Adelaide and the UC Capitals have re-signed key members.
Daley wants to see passion from Kiwi or English Blues
NSW coach Laurie Daley is a fan of changes to State of Origin eligibility rules but won't be handing out Blues jerseys willy-nilly.
Tigers back Lefau, Dockers name debutant
Richmond's Mykelti Lefau is back after a club-imposed ban and Fremantle named a debutant to replace star midfielder Hayden Young in AFL round two.
Tracey the hero as Bulldogs claim gutsy Canberra win
Canterbury have put off-field dramas behind them and kept their perfect start to the NRL season in tact by beating the Raiders 14-10.
Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery, blasts boom over Tehran
Israel and Iran have launched fresh attacks on each other, a day after Tehran struck an Israeli oil refinery.
Coach injured by shattered glass at Canberra Stadium
Cameron Ciraldo has suffered a gashed hand after glass shattered in the Canterbury coach's box as Ricky Stuart slammed the state of Canberra's GIO Stadium.
Baker’s crumb helps Bulldogs pip Adelaide in thriller
The Western Bulldogs have withstood a late charge to down the Crows by six points in their AFL clash in Adelaide.
Prayers, protesters at end-of-Ramadan celebrations
Australia's Muslim community has marked the end of Ramadan, but the prime minister's appearance at a major mosque was met with a cold response.
Raiders star faces ban after loss to Bulldogs
Canberra veteran Josh Papalii is facing a one-match ban for a high tackle in the Raiders' loss to Canterbury, while another forward has been fined.
Souths suffer double blow in latest injury setback
South Sydney have lost two of their more experienced players for the home clash with Wests Tigers in Gosford.
Matildas dismiss Kerr concern amid no-show, knee scare
Joe Montemurro is adamant Sam Kerr is fit for the Women's Asian Cup final despite the captain's pre-match press conference absence and a heavily-bandaged knee.
Odd Knight out a month ago, Smith now the main man
Fletcher Sharpe's failure to return from a knee injury means Sandon Smith will lead the red-hot Newcastle attack alongside Tyson Gamble against the Warriors.
‘Couldn’t give a rat’s’: Payten hits out at critics
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has a message for his critics following the Cowboys' poor start to the NRL season.
Panthers belt Roosters, ‘definitely’ NRL’s form team
Penrith have thrashed a third premiership heavyweight in as many weeks, with Tom Jenkins and Dylan Edwards starring in their big win over the Sydney Roosters.
Slipper’s day ends in elation as Brumbies beat Chiefs
The Brumbies have staged an almighty comeback to defeat the Chiefs and celebrate James Slipper's record 203rd game with a victory.
Deja vu as Broncos stun Storm with second-half blitz
Brisbane have clawed their way back from 0-14 at halftime to overrun Melbourne in their grand-final replay, winning 18-14 with Jordan Riki scoring two tries.
Brisbane, Wellington claim vital A-League Women wins
Brisbane have snapped a four-game A-League Women losing streak to beat Newcastle, while Wellington Phoenix overcame Sydney FC.