‘No mercy’: life behind bars awaits Erin Patterson
Mushroom killer Erin Patterson accepts she will receive a maximum term of life behind bars but asked a judge to consider giving her eventual release on parole.
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‘Deflated, disappointed’: Tigers fear finals dream over
Wests Tigers' NRL finals hopes are relying on a miracle after a heartbreaking 34-28 loss to North Queensland at a heaving Leichhardt Oval.
Eagles confirm star free agent’s plans on future
West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen's future has been under a cloud all season ahead of free agency and now he has made a call.
Dockers hit AFL finals full of belief as flat Dogs fall
Fremantle are full of confidence heading into the AFL finals after securing their spot with a crucial away win over the Western Bulldogs in the last round.
$100m deal keeps Tigers at Leichhardt and Campbelltown
Wests Tigers have pledged their future to Leichhardt Oval and Campbelltown Stadium after securing $100 million in funding for upgrades to the suburban venues.
Broncos No.1 stars in Newcastle to confirm finals spot
Reece Walsh has lit up Newcastle and helped Brisbane confirm their place in the NRL finals with a 46-12 thumping of the Knights.
Garner reaches new heights as Kangaroos smash Power
Jasmine Garner has shone brightest as North Melbourne's stars ran riot in a 72-point thumping of Port Adelaide to extend their AFLW unbeaten streak.
Aussie quick’s career at crossroads after latest injury
Australia quick Lance Morris will head to New Zealand for a spinal operation that will sideline him for 12 months in a major blow to his career.
Wright ACL adds to Wallabies’ injury woes
Tom Wright's knee injury has been confirmed as an anterior cruciate ligament issue that will likely keep the in-form Wallabies fullback out long-term.
Wallaroos hope World Cup hero is fit for US showdown
The Wallaroos are hoping match-winning winger Desiree Miller will be cleared to fly again next weekend for the showdown that will define their World Cup.
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Thousands flood cities demanding action on Palestine
Hundreds of thousands of protesters across Australia have called for greater sanctions against Israel and an end to its bombardment and occupation of Palestine.
Brave Wallabies miss late chances in heartbreaking loss
The Wallabies' bid for landmark back-to-back triumphs over the Springboks in South Africa has fallen just short, despite an impressive debut by Corey Toole.
Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos’ World Cup treble
Winger Desiree Miller has flown over for a hat-trick as Australia's rugby women opened their World Cup bid in Manchester with a 73-0 trouncing of Samoa.
Nawaqanitawase magic can’t overcome Eels’ dominance
Parramatta have ambushed an error-prone Sydney Roosters to win 30-10, leaving the Roosters clinging desperately to the top eight.
McDonagh the hero as Hawks survive Blues scare
Fired by a late goal from Aine McDonagh, Hawthorn have survived a late scare to pip Carlton in a low-scoring arm wrestle.
Crows’ climb an AFL rebuild beacon for Kangaroos
North Melbourne have finished in the AFL's bottom three for six consecutive years but are hopeful of climbing up the ladder next season.
Raiders enjoy NRLW revival with back-to-back wins
The Raiders have kept alive their finals hopes while the Titans and Roosters also racked up wins in the NRLW.
Healthy Geelong roll into another finals series
Geelong have cruised past rebuilding Richmond for the second time in eight weeks, triumphing by 39 points to lock up a top-two finish ahead of the finals.
Milestone man Cherry-Evans stars as Manly lick Dolphins
Veteran halfback Daly Cherry-Evans helped set up five tries in his milestone 350th first-grade game for Manly as the Sea Eagles thumped the Dolphins.
Crows secure AFL minor premiership after Rankine furore
Adelaide have claimed their first minor premiership in eight years despite the Izak Rankine homophobic slur furore threatening to derail their flag bid.
‘Really good spot’: de Minaur primed for US Open tilt
Australian world No.8 Alex de Minaur says his preparation for the US Open is poles apart from last year's injury-ravaged build-up to the New York grand slam.
Destanee calling: Aussie pair make US Open main draw
Melbourne's Destanee Aiava and Brisbane's Priscilla Hon have both qualified for the US Open main draw, but teen hope Emerson Jones had her hopes dashed.
Storm skipper faces ban, but Hughes readies for return
Melbourne captain Harry Grant faces a two-week stint on the sidelines, but the Storm can rest some of their key players after sealing a top-two ladder spot.
Gold Coast’s finals chances in limbo after shock loss
Port Adelaide have upset Gold Coast by four points to leave the Suns' hopes of a maiden finals appearance hanging in the balance.
Storm hold out fast-finishing Bulldogs in NRL thriller
Melbourne have edged Canterbury to cap a pulsating night of NRL games, with the win allowing the Storm to seal a top-two spot on the ladder.
Raiders pull off ‘gritty’ golden-point win over Penrith
Canberra have secured a dramatic 20-16 comeback win over Penrith in extra time, cementing their spot at the top of the NRL ladder.
New Wallabies skipper plans to stick to his strengths
New captain Fraser McReight says he'll let his game do the talking as the Wallabies hunt their first win in Cape Town in 33 years, with more history on offer.
Mother charged after dead baby found in storm drain
The mother of a baby boy found dead inside a stormwater drain by maintenance workers has been charged with concealing the birth of a deceased child.
Israeli minister warns Gaza City could be destroyed
As Israel readies a takeover of Gaza City, its defence minister warns Hamas that the "gates of hell" will be opened unless the group accepts Israeli terms.
‘Not the end of the world’: Giants confident on Hogan
A positive meeting with a surgeon has left GWS coach Adam Kingsley confident injured star forward Jesse Hogan will return for finals.
Beating Eels is Roosters’ only dream in finals hunt
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson is keeping it simple as the battle for an NRL finals spot heats up.