Brother weeps as little Cheryl’s suspected killer named
The family of Cheryl Grimmer, a young girl abducted more than 50 years ago, hopes the naming of a suspect in parliament brings out the truth.
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Haas set to rip into ‘special’ Stefano in Pacific war
Samoa prop Payne Haas expects Tonga opposite Stefano Utoikamanu to be at his best in the Pacific Cup clash, but says the pair are far from off-field enemies.
Giddey saves Bulls’ blushes in tense first-up NBA win
Josh Giddey has held his nerve in the final minutes as Chicago withstood Detroit's comeback to win their NBA season opener, 115-111.
Rookie Champion de Crespigny named Wallabies captain
Two-Test rookie flanker Nick Champion de Crespigny has been named to captain the Wallabies against Eddie Jones' Japan in Saturday's rugby Test in Tokyo.
Harrison the hero as Brisbane comeback sinks Breakers
New Zealand led their NBL clash with Brisbane by 24 points before halftime but succumbed to a stirring comeback, sealed on the final play of the game.
England set to unleash Ashes answer to Reece Walsh
England are ready to start the first rugby league Ashes Test by unleashing Hull KR's Super League grand final man-of-the-match Mikey Lewis at Wembley.
We won’t blame the referee if Kangaroos lose: Walters
Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters insists the referee won't have a decisive influence on the first Test, despite differing rule interpretations in England.
Fears of deadly flu spread on remote Australian island
A highly contagious and deadly strain of bird flu is tipped to eventually find its way to the mainland after suspected cases on a remote Australian island.
Jones plots Wallabies’ demise in latest reunion
Japan coach Eddie Jones was at his agitating best as he previewed his first encounter with the Wallabies since his controversial exit, and endorsed R360.
Saints did Giants young gun ‘dirty’, says GWS skipper
GWS captain Toby Greene is happy to see young gun Leek Aleer remain in Sydney, despite a failed trade to St Kilda leaving the defender "rattled".
Wildcats, Bullets make import calls in NBL finals bids
David Duke Jr will bring four years of NBA experience to the Perth Wildcats' back-court, while the Brisbane Bullets have added American guard Dakota Mathias.
‘So much more to give’: Kerr wants Matildas captaincy
Superstar striker Sam Kerr will make her long-awaited international return from injury against Wales and has made her feelings clear on the Matildas captaincy.
Power stun Crows as Tahau sets AFLW goalkicking record
Port Adelaide have beaten fierce foes Adelaide for the first time in the AFLW with Indy Tahau setting a goalkicking record.
China fighter jet flares scare sparks Australian alarm
Australian soldiers were put at risk when a Chinese fighter jet launched flares in front of their plane, the defence minister says.
SA’s McSweeney stars in one-day win against Queensland
South Australian captain Nathan McSweeney has shone in a nine-wicket one-day win against Queensland in Adelaide.
Best mates: White House meeting firms PM-Trump ties
The prime minister's long-awaited meeting with the US president has gone off almost without a hitch, a former ambassador says.
The Australians playing in the NBA this season
A strong Australian contingent is set to feature in the 2025/26 NBA season, led by viral star Johnny Furphy, Atlanta's Dyson Daniels and Chicago's Josh Giddey.
Viral star Johnny Furphy headlines Aussie NBA party
Johnny Furphy is poised for a breakout NBA season, joining established stars Dyson Daniels and Josh Giddey as Australians make an impact on the global stage.
Game time shortage could be making of Matildas gun
Matildas midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross has battled for game time at Arsenal, but Australia coach Joe Montemurro says it won't necessarily be a setback.
Wallaroos trailblazer hangs up her Test boots
Two Wallaroos veterans have announced their Test retirements as the team hunts for a new full-time coach.
Popovic takes positives out of first Socceroos defeat
The Socceroos have suffered a 2-1 loss to the United States, marking their first defeat in the 12 matches since Tony Popovic took over the reins.
‘Sandbelt-like’: Leishman heads west for Open tune-up
A resurgent Marc Leishman hopes Perth's sandbelt-like conditions at this week's WA Open will be perfect preparation for the Australian Open at Royal Melbourne.
Mariners confirm interim boss after coach’s shock exit
Five days after their treble-winning coach walked out, the Central Coast Mariners have appointed an interim boss.
Destined for court: NRL reveals long bans for defectors
The NRL says it will ban any player who signs with R360 from returning for 10 years, but the players' union has warned the sanctions are sure to be tested.
Melbourne won’t rush Bellamy into decision on 2027
Melbourne plan to wait until next year to begin talks with Craig Bellamy about his future, despite interest from Gold Coast.
Konstas out for a duck, Abbott hurt in blue day for NSW
Sam Konstas and Sean Abbott have handed Australia's selectors two reasons for headaches on the opening day of NSW's Sheffield Shield match against Victoria.
Test hopefuls struggle, WA on top at tricky Bellerive
Jake Weatherald and Cameron Bancroft both missed chance to apply pressure for Ashes selection as 14 wickets fell on the opening day in Hobart.
Timely Ashes boost for Neser, Swepson stars for Bulls
Michael Neser has done his hopes of playing an Ashes Test this summer some good, taking four wickets for Queensland to bowl South Australia out for 228.
Harrison and Prather spark Bullets to win over Wildcats
The Brisbane Bullets have produced their best performance of the NBL season for a 17-point road win in the Ignite Cup over the Perth Wildcats.
Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to 48-hour ceasefire
A 48-hour ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan has taken effect following days of deadly cross-border clashes, the Taliban government says.
Bombers ‘surprised’ by Hawks’ failed trade tactics
Essendon and Hawthorn are shifting blame to each other about why the proposed blockbuster trade for Zach Merrett fell over.