Lions’ midfield find form in mauling of Bulldogs
Brisbane's midfield fired and Eric Hipwood kicked an equal-career high six goals to lift the Lions to a 43-point win over the Western Bulldogs.
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Suaalii cops four-game ban for Origin hit on Walsh
NSW centre Joseph Suaalii is facing a monster ban after knocking Queensland's Reece Walsh out of the State of Origin series opener.
Queensland win Origin I after NSW’s Suaalii sent off
Queensland have thrown the first punch in the State of Origin series by securing a 38-10 win over NSW, whose debutant centre Joseph Suaalii was sent off early.
Tedesco’s NSW recall leaves Maguire with more questions
Michael Maguire has been left with more questions to answer after a hot-and-cold showing from James Tedesco marked the NSW coach's Origin bow.
‘Let down my state’: Suaalii remorseful after Walsh hit
Blues coach Michael Maguire has ridiculed claims his side targeted Maroons No.1 Reece Walsh, as NSW's Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii apologised for his reckless tackle.
Edwards injury, Hynes form a selection headache for NSW
Nicho Hynes' tough night for NSW will mean Blues coach Michael Maguire is considering the make-up of his side with the series on the line.
Anti-gay discrimination apology sparks call for action
The last Australian state to apologise for criminalising homosexual acts is being urged to follow the move with steps to end discrimination.
Accused murderer admits lying to his wife about deaths
Pilot Greg Lynn has apologised to the family of two missing campers it's alleged he killed as he gave evidence to a jury four weeks into his murder trial.
Cost-of-living relief as SA keeps budget in surplus
South Australia's treasurer says the state is gearing up to benefit from "transformative economic developments" after delivering another budget surplus.
Teen Andreeva beats Sabalenka in French Open sensation
On a day of women's draw shocks at the French Open, 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva has caused the biggest sensation by knocking out world No.2 Aryna Sabalenka.
WHO confirms first fatal human case of bird flu A(H5N2)
The World Health Organisation says a death related to a confirmed human case of infection with A(H5N2) subtype of bird flu is the first of its kind globally.
De Minaur’s brave Paris bid ended by resilient Zverev
Alex de Minaur's French Open adventure is over after the Australian star was beaten in straight sets in the quarter-final by Alexander Zverev.
Judge ‘assault and abuse’ case to hear 14 witnesses
A court hearing for a Tasmanian judge accused of emotional abuse or intimidation, as well as assault, is expected to include 14 witnesses.
Crows chairman backs extending Nicks’ coaching contract
Adelaide chairman John Olsen says despite the Crows' struggles, he has no issue with the decision to extend coach Matthew Nicks' contract until the end of 2026.
X labels eSafety church case drop a win for free speech
Elon Musk's X has warned of legal powers used to censor speech after the eSafety Commissioner dropped a court battle over videos of a Sydney church stabbing.
Medibank could face $21.5 trillion fine over data theft
The Australian Information Commissioner will take Medibank to court over a 2022 data breach, seeking penalties that could reach into the trillions of dollars.
Irankunda to debut for Socceroos against Bangladesh
Coach Graham Arnold has confirmed teenage winger Nestory Irankunda will debut for the Socceroos in their World Cup qualifier against Bangladesh in Dhaka.
Substation terror plot accused found not guilty
A Supreme Court jury has found a man not guilty of a terrorism charge related to an alleged plot to destroy an Adelaide Hills electrical substation.
Bulldogs hero set to return for Lions clash
Tom Liberatore is poised to return when the Western Bulldogs take on Brisbane along with Ed Richards, while James Harmes is sidelined with a hamstring injury.
Matildas seal 2-0 win over China in last pre-Games test
Goals from Hayley Raso and Clare Wheeler have given the Matildas a perfect pre-Olympics send-off in a 2-0 win over China.
De Minaur floors Medvedev to reach French Open quarters
Alex de Minaur has beaten Daniil Medvedev to become the first Australian man to reach the quarter-finals of the French Open in Paris for 20 years.
Shopping centre tragedy sparks mental health funds rise
Additional funds will be directed to services for homeless people in NSW suffering from mental illness, following a mass stabbing that left six people dead.
Future uncertain as Matildas boss names Olympic squad
Caitlin Foord and Katrina Gorry have been picked in the Matildas' Olympics squad despite question marks over their fitness.
Tigers star Martin rested, set to play 300th at MCG
Richmond superstar Dustin Martin is set to play his 300th AFL game at the MCG in round 14 after being rested for the Tigers' trip to Adelaide.
Long-term deal for Saab as Garner extends at Penrith
Jason Saab has signed a contract extension to remain at Manly long-term as Luke Garner inks a new deal with triple reigning premiers Penrith.
Chinese whispers: spy outs himself, gives little away
A defiant former Chinese spy has issued a rallying cry to protesters against the communist party's suppression of dissidents, saying their courage will prevail.
Sharks to rest star halfback Nicho Hynes after Origin I
Nicho Hynes will be given round 14 to rest up after making his second State of Origin appearance for NSW.
Driver pleads guilty over death of top cop’s son
Dhurren Randhawa has pleaded guilty to charges over the hit-and-run death of South Australian Police Commissioner Grant Stevens' son.
Bombers gun Redman sidelined for Blues AFL blockbuster
Essendon pair Kyle Langford and Todd Goldstein will have to prove their fitness to face Carlton while hamstrung Mason Redman will miss the blockbuster.
Reid’s two-game ban upheld, out of Rising Star running
West Coast young gun Harley Reid will miss games against North Melbourne and Essendon after failing to downgrade his two-match suspension at the AFL tribunal.
Djokovic pulls out in Paris as Sinner becomes the No.1
Champion Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the French Open with injury, leaving Jannik Sinner as the new world No.1 men's player.