Perth Bears eye 30,000 members, NRL’s biggest fanbase
Western Australian officials want to have 30,000 members from their state alone, confident the Perth Bears can be among the NRL's most supported teams.
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Roosters lash Young exit bid; Smith passed for move
Trent Robinson has hit out at the handling of Dominic Young's mooted Roosters exit to rejoin Newcastle, suggesting the Knights had hung the winger out to dry.
Knights re-sign Croker as Thompson exit looms
Newcastle have signed forward Mat Croker to a new two-year contract as they lay groundwork for the impending exit of Leo Thompson.
Climate target not safe after Nationals leadership vote
After settling a leadership battle, the Nationals have a broader fight on their hands as they debate whether to continue backing a key climate target.
Plibersek punted as PM stamps authority on ministry
One of Labor's most senior women has been shifted out of a key portfolio as the prime minister shakes up his cabinet after a landslide election win.
US and China reach deal to cut trade tariffs – for now
The US and China have agreed to slash tariffs for 90 days following talks aiming to end a trade war that's raised fears for the global economy.
Cooper’s side earn shot at Japan rugby promotion series
Quade Cooper's side the Hanazono Liners have earned themselves a shot at the two-legged Japan Rugby League One promotion/relegation series.
Pluck of the draw as Kangaroos share points with Lions
Second-last North Melbourne have given reigning AFL premiers Brisbane a massive shake, with the two teams playing out a tense draw.
No ‘pretty netball’ but Swifts dig deep, stay unbeaten
The NSW Swifts have won five games on the spin to start the Super Netball season and are outright top after an eight-goal win over the Melbourne Vixens.
Hot-and-cold Manly in slump as Sharks hold strong
Cronulla have sent Manly to their fourth loss in five games, after holding off a Sea Eagles comeback at Brookvale and kicking away to a 30-14 NRL win.
Salmon set for long stint on sidelines with injury
Canterbury lock Jaeman Salmon is set to miss close to two months after scans revealed a fractured ankle, adding to Canterbury's back-row shortage.
Giants hail Hogan’s heroics after epic win over Cats
Jesse Hogan kicked seven goals to help propel GWS to a fifth straight win at GMHBA Stadium, outlasting Geelong in a four-point thriller.
Hayne sets up try, gets through return game unscathed
Jarryd Hayne has returned to rugby league in front of a crowd of a few hundred people while playing for Wentworthville in the third-tier Ron Massey Cup.
Paps helps Storm embarrass Tigers with fantastic four
Melbourne have delivered an almost flawless 80 minutes, thrashing Wests Tigers 64-0 to underline their NRL premiership credentials.
‘Come get it’: new Aussie champ calls out Volk nemesis
Jack Della Maddalena has grand plans for his title defence after becoming the third Australian to win a UFC title, beating welterweight champion Belal Muhammad.
Offside goal helps Mariners stun City to make ALW final
Central Coast have stunned Melbourne City 1-0 with a controversial winner from Isabel Gomez to reach the A-League Women grand final against Melbourne Victory.
Wallabies playmaker Lolesio cleared of serious injury
The Brumbies have issued a statement saying scans have cleared five eighth Noah Lolesio of any serious injury after he was stretchered from the field..
Pleasure as Payne pips Feeney in Supercars sprint
Grove Racing ace Matt Payne has claimed the final sprint in Tasmania with a sensational drive, denying Triple Eight rival Broc Feeney by 0.0550 seconds.
Axed minister’s angry response to ‘factional assassin’
A minister dumped from federal cabinet has pinned the blame on Labor factional warlords and suggested his views on Gaza were partly responsible.
Aussie cricket stars mull next step amid IPL anxiety
Some shaken Australian players who have flown out of India amid the nation's conflict with Pakistan may not return to the IPL, even if it does resume shortly.
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‘No more war’: Pope calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza
Pope Leo XIV has called for peace in Ukraine, a Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages held by Hamas in his first Sunday blessing as pontiff.
Putin-proposed Ukraine peace meet ‘positive’: Zelenskiy
Russian President Vladimir Putin's proposal to restart direct talks with Ukraine is "positive", Volodymyr Zelenskiy says as he insists on a ceasefire.
India, Pakistan ceasefire holds as US offers more help
India and Pakistan are blaming each other for overnight violations of a ceasefire reached after US diplomacy and pressure, as Donald Trump offers more help.
Crows pip Port in another SA Showdown thriller
Adelaide have pipped bitter foes Port Adelaide by five points in another cliffhanger between the South Australian rivals.
Suns defy Dogs’ late surge to remain kings of the north
Gold Coast have withstood an unlikely late rally from the Western Bulldogs to win by 10 points for a seventh-straight AFL victory in Darwin.
Arzani amazes as Victory knock Wanderers out of finals
Daniel Arzani had a hand in both of Melbourne Victory's goals as they claimed a 2-1 A-League Men elimination final win over Western Sydney.
Pope Leo tells cardinals to continue legacy of Francis
Pope Leo XIV is urging the world's Catholic cardinals to continue the vision of his predecessor and renew their commitment to major church reforms.
Lolesio’s spinal injury sours Brumbies’ Super derby win
Incumbent Wallabies flyhalf Noah Lolesio has suffered a reported spinal injury in the first half of his Brumbies' Super Rugby Pacific win over Western Force.
Metcalf kicks Warriors to best NRL start in 20 years
Luke Metcalf has nailed a field goal to lead the Warriors to a 15-14 win over St George Illawarra in Wollongong, putting them second on the NRL ladder.
Wallaroos draw positives from 28th straight loss to NZ
New Zealand have extended their perfect record over the Wallaroos to 28-0 with a hard-earned 38-12 win in the Pacific Four rugby series in Newcastle.
Old feud re-opened in Bulldogs’ feisty win over Raiders
Canterbury have scored 32 unanswered points in a rampant second half to run over Canberra and extend their lead at the top of the NRL table.