Long Knight ahead as Newcastle re-sign Origin prospect
Resurgent NRL side Newcastle have signed highly rated second-rower Dylan Lucas to a three-year contract extension.
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‘Real honour’: King preparing Demons for massive clash
In his first season as a senior coach, Melbourne's Steven King is getting his team ready for what will be an emotional Big Freeze match.
Israel, Lebanon agree to implementation of ceasefire
There are hopes for peace in Iran with the news that separately Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire after negotiations brokered in Washington.
World Cup players scared to speak out: Foster
Former Socceroos captain Craig Foster says players are unwilling to speak up about human rights abuses because of fear it will affect their World Cup hopes.
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Budget relief for families but debt burden soars
South Australians will share in a $500 million package to ease the cost of living as the government insists a $53 billion debt won't spiral out of control.
Flanagan addresses ‘challenge’ of father’s Dragons exit
St George Illawarra playmaker Kyle Flanagan has opened up about his father Shane's departure as head coach of the NRL battlers.
‘Powerful’: Daniher family speaks to Demons, Magpies
Collingwood and Melbourne have come together to hear from Neale Daniher's wife and daughter ahead of the 12th Big Freeze clash.
Man barricades himself inside US bank with hostages
Police are on the scene in Bakersfield, California after a man barricaded himself inside a bank building with a number of hostages.
Foran confident Manly can win NRL premiership in 2026
Kieran Foran has opened up on his high hopes for Manly in 2026 the day after he was appointed the Sea Eagles' coach for 2027 and beyond.
Victoria’s BBL bombshell leads to ‘confusion, anxiety’
Cricket Victoria's plans to sell one of its BBL licences to private investors is no done deal, says the sport's players union.
Ellis steps up as Australia draw level in Pakistan
Nathan Ellis has taken 4-33 as Australia won the second ODI in Pakistan by 41 runs to level the series with one match to play.
Second ODI: Pakistan puts Australia in
Pakistan has won the toss and elected to field against Australia in the second one-day international in Lahore.
Plan for Stars, Renegades to merge in BBL shake-up
Cricket Victoria plans to sell one BBL licence and operate a single 'Melbourne' team with the other, merging the Stars and Renegades.
NSW bolter Kiraz backs Crichton to be fit for game two
Jacob Kiraz has been heavily linked to a spot in NSW's backline for the second State of Origin match, but is backing Stephen Crichton to retain his spot.
Eels team list clouds Moses’ hopes of Origin return
Mitchel Moses' absence from Parramatta's side to meet Canterbury has opened up fresh questions about his hopes of a State of Origin recall.
Call made on Foran’s future after Manly revival
Manly have handed Kieran Foran the top job on a permanent basis after his impressive start to life as an NRL head coach.
Young Socceroos can shock world again: veteran attacker
Mathew Leckie believes a young Socceroos squad can shock the world at the World Cup, just like they did in Qatar.
Caucus gets raucous over AUKUS as doubt cast on subs
A group of current and ex-Labor figures including Peter Garrett are raising concerns about Australia's commitment to the AUKUS agreement with the US and UK.
Lions lose trio for QClash, Cats youngster in doubt
Brisbane defender Keidean Coleman is among a trio of freshly injured Lions players ahead of QClash, while Geelong youngster Lawson Humphries could miss time.
Manly’s form without Turbo best since injured run began
Across Tom Trbojevic's luckless run of long-term injuries that began in 2019, Manly had never posted a winning record until his most recent absence.
Minimum wage tops $1000 a week, stoking inflation fears
Millions of workers on industry awards will get an annual pay rise and minimum wage earners even more, but economists warn the raises could fuel inflation.
Lloyd denies backing Hird amid Bombers intrigue
Essendon fans are divided after James Hird expressed his interest to coach the club again, but caretaker Dean Solomon won't let the noise distract him.
Joe Lolley leaving Sydney FC, eyes move to ALM rival
Ex-Nottingham Forest winger Joe Lolley has left Sydney FC after playing four seasons with the A-League Men club.
Gordon suffers significant setback ahead of World Cup
Wallabies star Jake Gordon is expected to be out for a lengthy period after undergoing surgery on a torn Achilles.
Manly seek exemption to play Koula after Origin knock
Tolu Koula may have one last chance to reassert his State of Origin credentials before game two as Manly push for an exemption to play him in round 14.
‘Last laugh’: Fisher-Harris’ Panthers taunts backfire
Paul Alamoti scored a winner and then clapped back at James Fisher-Harris as the Panthers moved clear at the top of the NRL ladder.
Edmed’s ‘mixed bag’ season not ending Wallabies dream
Tane Edmed hasn't enjoyed the playing minutes he expected after moving to the ACT Brumbies, but he isn't ruling himself out of Wallabies contention just yet.
Opal returns to WNBL as Tasmania make statement signing
An Opal mainstay has signed with the Tasmania Jewels ahead of their first season in the WNBL, joining Keely Froling and championship-winner Darcee Garbin.
NBA guard, prospect headline Boomers squad
Alex Condon and Bryce Cotton will make their Australian Boomers debuts alongside NBA guard Tyrese Proctor in Perth at next month's World Cup qualifiers.
Iran and US trade strikes as Kuwait comes under fire
The US military says it has struck Iranian air defences, a ground control station and two drones that were threatening ships.
White-ball final king Hazlewood lifts another IPL crown
The great quick Josh Hazlewood has come up trumps again, along with fellow Aussie Tim David, to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru win back-to-back IPL crowns.