Disgraced politician to serve community as punishment
A former state Liberal leader who supplied cocaine to friends and used the drug as a "form of escapism" must do community service to atone for his offending.
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Wright looms large as Fitzgibbons shocks in Bells surf
Sally Fitzgibbons has headlined the big upsets at Bells Beach, knocking world No.1 surfer Caitlin Simmers out of the Rip Curl Pro.
Young gun Daicos to lead Magpies in Moore’s absence
With skipper Darcy Moore sidelined, Nick Daicos will captain Collingwood for the first time, stepping up on the Anzac Day stage.
It’s not just on Tommy Turbo to snap Manly’s slump
Manly players are eager for the return of talismanic fullback Tom Trbojevic, who has recovered from his latest injury to face Penrith.
Mitchell returns to fullback as Bennett chases answers
After an underwhelming stint at five-eighth, South Sydney superstar Latrell Mitchell will return to fullback for Friday night's NRL clash with Melbourne.
Freak accident puts Moroccan surfer out at Bells Beach
Moroccan surfer Ramzi Boukhiam is out of the Rip Curl Pro after he hurt his knee in a freak accident at Bells Beach.
Demons ‘positive’ about defender May returning
Melbourne are expecting star defender Steven May to return from a groin strain for the Demons' clash with Richmond, while a key Lion has also been cleared.
Bombers turn attention to stopping a Magpie in top Nick
Shutting down red-hot Collingwood star Nick Daicos is a huge challenge for Essendon on Anzac Day, but the Bombers are ready for it.
Jets star given show cause notice, Roar gun faces ban
Newcastle striker Sheridan Gallagher has been handed a show cause notice for sticking up the middle finger after she was sent off against Melbourne City.
Gloves off for leaders in combative third debate
The prime minister and opposition leader have not held back, trading barbs and personal digs after a subdued day on the campaign trail.
Pope’s body placed in basilica after solemn procession
The Vatican has opened St Peter's Basilica to the faithful to pay their final respects to Pope Francis as his body lies in state before his funeral and burial.
Tigers star Balta ‘flat’ after shock curfew call
Richmond star Noah Balta will take a break from playing football at any level this weekend as he abides by a court imposed night-time curfew.
Balta banned from night games after assault sentencing
Richmond star Noah Balta is set to miss three upcoming night games after copping a 10pm curfew as part of his punishment for assaulting a man in regional NSW.
Veteran Goldstein ready to grab Bombers’ ruck spot
Todd Goldstein, who has been acting as Essendon's ruck coach, will become the No.1 big man following season-ending injuries to Sam Draper and Nick Bryan.
Australian Catholics join world mourning for Pope
Church leaders and politicians have led tributes to Pope Francis who has died after battling illness, with Catholics set to join services across the nation.
Geelong hang on for thrilling Easter Monday win
Geelong have pipped Hawthorn by seven points in their annual Easter Monday battle at the MCG, holding off a late Hawks surge.
Tigers in Galvin backflip as teen star handed recall
The Wests Tigers have recalled Lachlan Galvin a week after dumping the five-eighth to reserve grade.
Cardinals set date for Pope’s viewing and funeral
The public viewing of Pope Francis will begin on Wednesday and his funeral will be on Saturday, the Vatican says, as the faithful grieve the pontiff's death.
Panthers hooker banned for tackle that enraged Robbo
The NRL has offered Mitch Kenny a two-game ban for an illegal hip-drop tackle that went unpunished during Penrith's clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Eels eye Galvin after Tigers served with legal letter
Lachlan Galvin's Wests Tigers contract status has taken another turn, with his agent serving the club with a legal letter claiming he has been bullied.
Star turns handed tough Stawell Gift semi-final draws
Lachlan Kennedy and Gout Gout will have to pull out all the stops to book their spots in the Stawell Gift final on Easter Monday.
Circling Sharks inflict more pain on struggling Knights
Newcastle have suffered another uninspiring NRL loss, falling at home to a 34-14 defeat at the hands of the well-travelled Cronulla Sharks.
Fears over Darcy’s knee injury as Bulldogs belt Saints
Western Bulldogs key forward Sam Darcy was substituted out of his side's 71-point hammering of St Kilda after injuring his left knee in a marking contest.
Piastri wins back-to-back GPs to lead F1 championship
Oscar Piastri has won the Saudi Arabian grand prix, holding off Max Verstappen to take the lead in the drivers' championship from McLaren teammate Lando Norris.
‘Thanks Mal’: Young’s quest for NSW recall on track
Canberra forward Hudson Young says Australia coach Mal Meninga made him believe he could play for NSW again, and his brilliant form has him right in the frame.
Bulldogs star Sam Darcy avoids ACL tear, faces surgery
Western Bulldogs key forward Sam Darcy faces a stint on the sidelines with a knee injury, but has avoided a dreaded anterior cruciate ligament rupture.
Evans lives the Stawell dream; beats Gout and wins Gift
Adelaide schoolteacher John Evans has followed in the footsteps of his coach Paul Young to win the men's Stawell Gift.
Radley’s blunt assessment ahead of Anzac Day test
Victor Radley expects the Sydney Roosters' flagging defence to be tested again in their Anzac Day clash with the in-form Dragons.
Souths look to prove they are an NRL premiership force
After a shut-out defeat by the Bulldogs, South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett has given his team some honest feedback ahead of their clash with Melbourne.
Pope Francis has ‘returned to the house of the Father’
Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88 after suffering various ailments in his 12-year papacy.
Geelong hang on for thrilling Easter Monday win
Geelong have pipped Hawthorn by seven points in their annual Easter Monday battle at the MCG, holding off a late Hawks surge.