Bendigo coach hails Borlase as best WNBL player
Irrepressible Izzy Borlase dominated from start to finish as Bendigo Spirit got back in the winner's circle, beating the Southside Flyers by 10 in Ballarat.
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Jets crash in ALW as teen strike seals Adelaide win
Adelaide have come from behind to claim a 2-1 win over Newcastle in the A-League Women.
Phoenix flex attacking muscle in win over Breakers
The NBL's most prolific attacking team South East Melbourne Phoenix have flexed their muscles in a chaotic win over the New Zealand Breakers.
Hurricanes stay alive, beat Stars in tense BBL final
The Hobart Hurricanes have beaten the Melbourne Stars by three runs in a rain-hit elimination Big Bash League final.
Trump doubles down on Greenland but ‘won’t use force’
US President Donald Trump told the World Economic Forum in Davos he is seeking "immediate negotiations" to acquire Greenland, but said he would not "use force".
‘A big moment’: Pogacar’s manager to visit Adelaide
The Tour Down Under's ongoing campaign to lure Tadej Pogacar has received a massive boost, with his manager to visit the race.
Ley’s leadership in peril as Nationals jump off wagon
With the coalition breaking up for a second time due to its "untenable position," Sussan Ley's hold on the Liberal leadership appears to be slipping.
Healthy jobs market spells rate pain for borrowers
Upcoming inflation data will be make or break for a Reserve Bank rate hike decision following stronger than expected jobs figures, economists say.
Trump flags Greenland deal ‘everybody’s happy with’
After weeks of rhetoric that shook the NATO pact and risked a new global trade war, Donald Trump has dropped threats to impose tariffs on European allies.
Shades of Cronk as DCE settles in at Roosters
Veteran off-season recruit Daly Cherry-Evans is already drawing comparisons to Cooper Cronk as he settles in at the Sydney Roosters.
Trigger pulled on gun buyback as laws pass parliament
Gun reforms that Labor says would have banned the two Bondi shooters from owning firearms have passed parliament with support from the Greens.
Coal exit delay risks spooking clean energy investment
The ageing Eraring coal-fired power station will close in 2029, a two-year delay that could undermine investment in solar, wind, storage and transmission.
Socceroos announce World Cup warm-ups, new assistant
The Socceroos will host two friendlies in the next FIFA window, while FA has also announced ex-captain Mile Jedinak has joined Tony Popovic's coaching staff.
Shark attacks close beaches amid stormy weather warning
Sydney beaches remain closed after a spate of shark attacks as experts outline the factors that are increasing the chances of close encounters.
Festival canned after author’s dumping sparks backlash
A leading writers' festival has collapsed under the weight of backlash over the dumping of a Palestinian-Australian novelist from its program.
Cruz Hewitt crashes out of Open qualifying again
Cruz Hewitt has crashed out of Australian Open qualifying at the first hurdle but Storm Hunter has reached the second round at Melbourne Park.
Super sub fires Jets to ALW comeback over Sky Blues
Newcastle have come from behind to defeat Sydney FC thanks to star substitute Charlotte Lancaster's late goal at Leichhardt Oval.
Australian golf star Smith makes PGA Tour decision
Cameron Smith says he's remaining on the LIV Golf circuit and didn't consider an offer to return to the US PGA Tour.
‘Can’t speak’: tennis battler claims $1 million jackpot
A 29-year-old from Sydney has upstaged tennis's biggest names to walk off with the $1 million prize as winner of the 1 Point Slam at Melbourne Park.
Heat steal remarkable final-over win over Hurricanes
The Brisbane Heat have pulled off an unlikely final-over victory over the Hobart Hurricanes which keeps them firmly in the race for a spot in the top four.
Hate speech laws in peril as Libs, Greens spurn reforms
Major changes will be needed to the government's hate speech laws overhaul for any hope of rushing the legislation through parliament.
Bushfires spark inquiry call as funding debate rages
Underfunding has been blamed for the scale of losses from ferocious bushfires but state authorities insist conditions made containment impossible.
Iran warns of retaliation if US and Trump strike
With Iran's leadership trying to quell domestic unrest, Tehran is seeking to deter US President Donald Trump's repeated threats to intervene.
‘Board of Peace’: US launches Gaza plan’s second phase
US envoy Steve Witkoff says phase two of a plan to end the Gaza Strip conflict has started and will focus on disarming Hamas and rebuilding the territory.
Dumped author to consider festival return after apology
A major writers' festival is in damage control as it apologises for dumping a Palestinian-Australian author in a move that triggered a mass boycott.
Smith backs axing but day-night Ashes Test not dead yet
Steve Smith has backed calls to axe the day-night Test from Australia's next home Ashes series, but things might not be so simple for organisers.
Spirit-ual leader focuses on future over title success
Kelsey Griffin has been instrumental for the Bendigo Spirit this season, and one reason is because she's not concentrating on winning a WNBL title.
FA presses play on new era as streaming boss made CEO
The new chief executive of Football Australia has promised to bring a sporting and commercial excellence to the organisation.
Australian Open draw hands de Minaur a devilish path
Alex de Minaur will have no time to ease his way into the Australian Open draw after being pitted against ex-Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini in round one.
‘Little warning’ as flash flood sweeps cars out to sea
A river has dramatically burst its banks, sweeping cars out to sea and trapping holidaygoers in caravans after "off-the-charts" rainfall caused major flooding.
‘Not doom and gloom’: Hurricanes ponder shock BBL loss
The Hobart Hurricanes are staying positive after a horror loss to the Brisbane Heat and missed opportunity to guarantee top spot on on the BBL ladder.