New state police boss didn’t have to be ‘mistake-free’
The new head of Australia's largest police force has come under fire before he even starts, after he was forced to defend himself over perceived indiscretions.
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Trump would-be Florida golf club assassin found guilty
A man found lurking at US President Donald Trump's Florida golf club with the intention of assassinating him tried to stab himself as a jury found him guilty.
ABC cops $150k fine as judge slams caving to lobbyists
The ABC has been fined $150,000 for unlawfully firing a host over a post on the Gaza war after a judge urged employers to hold fast against lobbying campaigns.
England make shock Ashes squad pick as Brook promoted
Occasional spinner Will Jacks has been included in England's Ashes squad with Harry Brook made vice-captain and several players needing to prove their fitness.
Hawthorn’s Chol cleared by AFL tribunal for Cat tackle
Hawthorn's Mabior Chol has successfully challenged a proposed three-game ban for the tackle that will force Geelong's Tom Stewart to miss the AFL grand final.
PVL wants Nawaqanitawase in Ashes, even with rugby move
The ARL Commission will not stand in the way of Mark Nawaqanitawase playing for Australia in the rugby league Ashes, despite his move back to union for 2027.
Bledisloe Cup mission spurring on bruised All Blacks
New Zealand suffered a thumping 43-10 loss to South Africa the last time they played, now they want to make amends against Australia in the Bledisloe Cup.
How ‘Night Stalker’ rapist was unmasked after 30 years
Tenacious police have revealed how they identified a serial rapist dubbed the "Night Stalker" decades after he terrorised women of the inner suburbs.
NZ mum of children found in suitcases guilty of murder
A New Zealand mother accused of murdering her two children and hiding their bodies in suitcases has been found guilty.
‘Bit of banter’: To’o stands by Instagram comments
Penrith officials have told Brian To'o his Instagram comments were not a good look but the gun winger says he's unsure what the fuss is about.
Call for top cop dismissal after assault charge at demo
Pressure is mounting on the police force after an officer was charged with assaulting an ex-Greens candidate at a pro-Gaza protest that quickly turned violent.
Essendon president stands down amid Merrett turmoil
Essendon president David Barham has quit the role as the Bombers deal with multiple problems, including captain Zach Merrett's desire to leave for Hawthorn.
‘Hopefully’ Jahrome Hughes makes rapid-fire recovery
Melbourne are hoping to have Jahrome Hughes back for their grand final qualifier but Xavier Coates has warned the halfback won't be returning underdone.
Cats star Holmes out to wipe away tears with AFL flag
Geelong speedster Max Holmes is desperate to put his previous grand-final week anger and heartbreak behind him as the Cats eye AFL premiership glory.
Sandercock to take charge of struggling Wests Tigers
Wests Tigers have announced their new NRLW head coach after Brett Kimmorley stepped down from the role following a poor 2025 campaign.
Suns’ Rowell secures monster Brownlow Medal upset
Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell has won the Brownlow Medal, upsetting Collingwood star Nick Daicos.
Battered Penrith stars make calls on prelim fitness
Penrith's Liam Martin says he will be able to antagonise Brisbane's halves in their NRL preliminary final, while Jesse McLean has spoken on his hip issue.
Like a fine Vine: Aussie pedals to world cycling silver
Australian cycling is hailing a brilliant start to the landmark world championships in Rwanda as Jay Vine took silver in the time trial behind Remco Evenepoel.
Piastri crashes out in Baku to end calamitous weekend
Oscar Piastri has crashed out in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix won by Max Verstappen -- but Lando Norris failed to make his teammate pay, finishing only seventh.
Australia, UK and Canada recognise Palestinian state
Australia has formally recognised Palestine as a sovereign state in an announcement along with the United Kingdom and Canada.
Olyslagers soars to high jump gold in Tokyo
Nicola Olyslagers has lived up to her world No.1 ranking by winning gold in the women's high jump at the Tokyo world championships.
Penrith’s re-invention pays off in semi-final thrashing
Penrith's semi-final thrashing of Canterbury seemed to suggest the Panthers' constant player drain is starting to help, rather than hinder, their dominance.
How Ciraldo’s tinkering brought Bulldogs’ season undone
Canterbury's quest for an NRL premiership has come unstuck after late-season selection switches backfired in coach Cameron Ciraldo's face.
Penrith thrash Dogs to keep five-straight dream alive
Penrith have set up a blockbuster preliminary final with Brisbane by thumping Canterbury 46-26, knocking the Bulldogs out of the finals in straight sets.
Lions prevail over Bulldogs to revive AFLW season
After a sub-par start to the season, Brisbane have claimed a hard-earned victory over the Western Bulldogs in wet conditions to reignite their finals campaign.
United front as Breakers battle in NBL opening round
A well-rounded Melbourne United, featuring Dash Daniels on NBL debut, showed no mercy against an out-of-sorts New Zealand Breakers to improve to 2-0.
Zanker fires to deny Pearce happy Demons homecoming
Melbourne spearhead Eden Zanker has kicked five goals to deliver the Demons a 51-point win over former captain Daisy Pearce's West Coast.
Let the boys sledge: trash talk king makes plea to NRL
Ronaldo Mulitalo hopes the NRL allow don't stand in the way of a good sledging match as the Sharks winger prepares to face Melbourne in a preliminary final.
Piastri crashes into barriers in Baku GP qualifying woe
World championship leader Oscar Piastri has crashed in the final qualifying session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix -- but it could have been a more costly error.
Fogarty fails to fire in dismal Raiders send off
In his final game in lime green, a flat performance from halfback Jamal Fogary contributed to Canberra being bundled out of the NRL finals in straight sets.
Sharks strike biggest blow yet in quest for NRL respect
After years seemingly making up the numbers in finals, Cronulla have sent an almighty warning they are here to make an impact on the premiership race.