JackJumpers’ title defence in tatters as Hawks roll on
Star Illawarra big man Sam Froling has scored 18 points to go with seven rebounds to lead his side to a crushing win over Tasmania.
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Khawaja hits 200 before Aussie bowlers strike in Galle
After Usman Khawaja and Josh Inglis starred with the bat, Australia's bowlers found early wickets on day two of the first Test against Sri Lanka.
Timeline set for Schmidt to finalise Wallabies future
Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh says a decision on Joe Schmidt's future as Wallabies coach should be finalised in the next fortnight.
Many feared dead after jet, US Army helicopter collide
Eighteen bodies have been recovered after a mid-air collision between a passenger jet and a US Army helicopter near Washington, CBS News says, citing police.
Star injured as King shines in Australia’s dominant day
Australia have made a near-perfect start in their bid to whitewash the women's Ashes, dominating England on day one of the pink-ball Test at the MCG.
Sydney set to host 2027 Rugby World Cup final
Sydney has scored hosting rights for the 2027 Rugby World Cup final as Melbourne was unveiled as a tournament host.
AFL legend’s son jailed over ‘troubling’ $140,000 fraud
The son of an AFL great will spend nine months behind bars for fraudulently stealing $140,000 from a family-owned golf business to fund his gambling addiction.
Accused grandma rapist walks from court after bail bid
A man accused of raping an elderly woman has been released on bail after a magistrate found he did not pose an unacceptable risk to the community.
Israel pauses exchange after ‘chaotic’ handover
Israel has paused plans to release 110 Palestinian prisoners after chaotic scenes as three Israeli and five Thai hostages were handed over to the Red Cross.
Bomb caravan’s owner was accused of anti-Semitic attack
A caravan found with high-powered explosives inside has been linked to a woman who was already charged over an anti-Semitic incident.
Anti-Jewish plot foiled as caravan of explosives found
A huge multi-agency operation is probing a potential terror act after a caravan full of explosives was found alongside a note with addresses of Jewish people.
Humphries lauds value of NBL’s Pride Round
Adelaide 36ers centre Isaac Humphries believes the annual NBL Pride Round is a huge step forward for the LGBTQ+ community.
Top clothing chains to close, shedding hundreds of jobs
More than 250 outlets of two leading retail chains will close, costing nearly 1000 jobs, after receivers failed to find a buyer for the stores.
Welfare concern for Australian war prisoner in Russia
Australia is calling for the just treatment and release of Oscar Jenkins who Russia confirmed is being held as a prisoner of war after fighting for Ukraine.
NBL chief tips huge Finals series as race heats up
Seven teams remain in the NBL Finals hunt with two rounds of the regular season left to play, as league officials predict an epic title battle.
Ex-Liberal spared conviction on personal tax offences
Former Tasmanian MP Adam Brooks has been spared a conviction on personal tax offences, while a company he directed was fined $5000 for failing to file returns.
‘Ready to go’ but skipper Healy may miss Test spot
Australia captain Alyssa Healy has declared herself fit for the women's Ashes Test but could still be overruled from playing by selectors.
Khawaja, Smith score tons as Aussies bully Sri Lanka
Australian veterans Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith have caused Sri Lanka all sorts of problems on the first day of the Test series opener in Galle.
Nearly 40 taken to morgue after India festival stampede
Dozens of people have been killed and injured in a stampede at India's Maha Kumbh festival, according to media reports.
DR Congo rebels take control of largest city’s airport
Protesters in the Democratic Republic of Congo have attacked the embassies of several countries in the capital Kinshasa amid clashes in the city of Goma.
Aussie star still in doubt for historic women’s Test
Australia captain Alyssa Healy is still attempting to prove her fitness as she bids to return from a foot injury in the women's Ashes Test.
Test vacancy open as Head replaces Konstas at top
Travis Head has ousted Sam Konstas from the top of the Australian batting order for the first Test against Sri Lanka.
Scorchers great signs for Renegades in huge BBL move
Fresh off a stellar BBL season for the Perth Scorchers, veteran quick Jason Behrendorff is on the move to the Melbourne Renegades.
Ruckman Marshall headlines trio of injured Saints
St Kilda are dealing with a mounting injury list ahead of the AFL season, with Rowan Marshall potentially sidelined for round one along with Mattaes Phillipou.
Sydney’s Socceroo Matthews joins Pompey in $2.5m deal
Sydney FC's Hayden Matthews has sealed a move to English Championship club Portsmouth in a record $2.5 million deal.
‘Be brave’: Aussies mull radical batting experiment
Travis Head says Australia will consider taking the radical step of changing the batting order mid-game against Sri Lanka.
Sinner hopes to win career grand slam with coach Cahill
World No.1 Jannik Sinner hopes Aussie super-coach Darren Cahill can help him complete a career grand slam before finishing up with the Italian at year's end.
Australia’s Mailata through to Super Bowl with Eagles
Jordan Mailata is headed for a slice of history with the Sydney-born NFL star set to become the first Australian to play in two Super Bowls.
Owen supreme as Hobart Hurricanes win maiden BBL crown
Hobart opener Mitchell Owen has produced the knock of his life, smashing 108 off 42 to steer the Hurricanes to a first Big Bash League title.
Lebanon-Israel truce extended to Feb 18: White House
The White House says an agreement between Israel and Lebanon will continue until mid-February, pushing back the deadline for Israeli forces to withdraw.
Aussie rugby women win Perth Sevens as men lose final
Australia have beaten New Zealand 28-26 in a thrilling women's final of the Perth Rugby Sevens with the home men's team finishing runners-up to Argentina.