How new coach can be ‘missing piece’ for Matildas
New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has kicked off his tenure and veteran striker Emily Gielnik already has the feeling he can achieve something special.
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Big-spending budget raises questions over living relief
A cash splash from the nation's richest state is targeting housing supply and health but critics say there should have been greater cost-of-living relief.
Labour market stays tight despite surprise drop in jobs
The economy lost some jobs in May, confounding expectations, but the Reserve Bank will likely view it as noise not signs of a weakening labour market.
Popyrin scares Draper but Aussie Queen’s hopes are over
Alexei Popyrin has played excellently but it still wasn't enough for him to overcome home favourite Jack Draper as Australia's hopes at Queen's Club ended.
Latest Slater sledge galvanising ‘fired up’ Maroons
Queensland have revealed how criticism of Billy Slater and questions over his future have the potential to spur on one of the great State of Origin revivals.
NSW pay for poor start on strange night for Cleary
NSW lost their way in the first half of their shock loss to Queensland in Perth as the performance of half Nathan Cleary summed up a Jekyll and Hyde display.
Origin stunner thrills Perth fans as Bears plot entry
Perth's Optus Stadium was transformed into a sea of maroon and blue as Queensland held off an extraordinary NSW comeback in Origin II to level the series.
Munster’s maligned Maroons give Slater fine birthday
They were written off but new Queensland captain Cameron Munster and his team have delivered for under-pressure coach Billy Slater in a famous win in Perth.
Luai fined, but cleared of eye-gouge claim
Jarome Luai has been fined for contrary conduct, but will not face a ban after the NRL's match review committee deemed he did not eye-gouge Reuben Cotter.
Impressive Munster begins new Maroons era in style
Queensland have kept the State of Origin series alive by beating a fast-finishing NSW by two points in a thriller at Optus Stadium in Perth.
Williams back for Crusaders, O’Connor to start on bench
The Canterbury Crusaders and Waikato Chiefs will meet in the Super Rugby Pacific final in Christchurch on Saturday.
Reality hit hard during alcohol rehab: Kurtley Beale
Kurtley Beale has opened up about how two weeks in alcohol rehab made him realise he was 'in denial about a lot of the things' - and the key lessons learned.
Police arrest three Australians over shooting in Bali
Three Australian men have been arrested on suspicion of murder over the fatal shooting of a fellow national on the Indonesian resort island of Bali.
Josh Treacy’s mini goal drought no cause for concern
Fremantle forward Josh Treacy hasn't kicked a goal for more than a month, but he is still finding ways to be the club's game winner.
‘Yeah, that’s us’: Ken hopes Port getting on a roll
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley is seeing signs of the sort of winning streak that has propelled his team into past AFL finals campaigns.
Flights to Bali cancelled as Indonesian volcano erupts
Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki has erupted, spewing columns of hot ash into the sky and forcing some flights from Australia to Bali to be cancelled.
Slater sorry for Green reference, says it was wrong
Billy Slater has contacted Paul Green's family to apologise for referencing the late Queensland coach's death in a press conference, admitting it was wrong.
Iran’s Khamenei rejects Trump’s call for surrender
Iran supreme leader has dismissed US calls to give in and warned against American involvement as President Donald Trump weighs joining Israel's strikes.
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PM eyes another possible Trump meeting later this month
Anthony Albanese could soon get a second chance to meet with Donald Trump, after the US president abruptly cancelled their first in-person meeting.
Treasurer throws down gauntlet for ‘crucial’ tax reform
The treasurer has kicked off a journey that he hopes will result in broad agreement on changes that help solve Australia's economic challenges.
Souths keep up Allianz fight after government rejection
South Sydney CEO Blake Solly has insisted the club's fight to return to Moore Park is not over, despite the move being rejected by the NSW state government.
Eagles give update on Oscar Allen’s double injury blow
West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen doesn't need surgery on his double injury blow, but it remains to be seen whether he returns to play this season.
Cleary feels Luai love as he prepares to equal Johns
Nathan Cleary is set to join Andrew Johns and Mitchell Pearce for the most games in the NSW No.7 jersey, but the Blues halfback still feels he's on the up.
Panthers take on Warriors without Origin stars
Penrith will field a severely understrength side against the Warriors while Parramatta have a new halves pairing to take on the Gold Coast this weekend.
Two arrested over fatal shooting in Bali villa
Two people have been arrested over the shooting of two Australian men in a Bali villa, one of whom died at the scene.
Broncos trio knocking on Slater’s door for Maroons
Brisbane will still be without Ben Hunt against Cronulla but Queensland hopefuls Reece Walsh, Jesse Arthars and Brendan Piakura can push their Origin claims.
‘Committed, respected’: tributes flow for slain officer
Police have released the name of a 57-year-old experienced officer who was shot dead at a rural property while delivering a home repossession order.
Slater says Maroons won’t be dictated to on kick-off
Queensland have rejected suggestions they should kick off towards Spencer Leniu for entertainment value, and that they are scared of the NSW prop.
Middle East conflict ends plan for PM’s key Trump talk
Anthony Albanese will no longer meet with Donald Trump after the US president revealed he will leave the G7 summit before their highly anticipated encounter.
Trump seeks ‘real end’ to nuclear problem with Iran
After dropping out of the G7 in Canada, US President Donald Trump may be convening the National Security Council, seeking an end to the Iran nuclear problem.
‘Tragedy’: dedicated policeman shot dead at rural house
A police officer shot dead at a rural property while on "routine" duties was a dependable constable of 25 years service.