‘Hard-done by’ Pearce heads to AFL Tribunal over ban
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir maintains the collision that led to captain Alex Pearce's three-game rough conduct ban was nothing more than a "footy act".
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Four people injured in UK parade crash ‘very, very ill’
A man is in custody and dozens of people are injured, including four seriously, after a car ploughed into a crowd of Liverpool fans during a football parade.
Destroyer Toia gets Maroons tick from 1995 tyro Ikin
Ben Ikin, the youngest and least experienced State of Origin debutant, has explained why 10-game NRL rookie Robert Toia can shine on Queensland debut.
Galvin excused from Tigers training amid contract saga
Lachlan Galvin has been excused from Wests Tigers training and won't play for the club in round 13 as the teenage five-eighth's contract saga rolls on.
Wallabies workhorse has Super Rugby record in sight
Wallabies prop James Slipper has signed a contract extension that will see the Brumbies veteran become the game's most capped Super Rugby player.
‘Superhero’ tax whistleblower avoids jail in plea deal
Tax office whistleblower Richard Boyle, who exposed heavy-handed debt collection tactics, has avoided jail in a plea deal with prosecutors.
Pauline Hanson’s daughter defeated by firebrand senator
Old faces and newcomers will be welcomed to the Senate as Labor's landslide federal election victory continues to generate surprise results.
Young talent time: emerging Matildas ready for audition
With some senior Matildas missing the upcoming games against Argentina, emerging players Kahli Johnson and Amy Sayer know a huge opportunity awaits.
Surf dog bites as Hawaiian bags second title at Margs
A Hawaiian great has helped steer Gabriela Bryan to win back-to-back titles at the Margaret River Pro, while tour veteran Jordy Smith claimed the men's trophy.
Manly suffer double Trbojevic blow for Broncos clash
Tom Trbojevic is set to join his brother Jake on the sidelines for Manly's home game against Brisbane, after aggravating a persistent issue with his thigh.
Slater admits to nerves, hails his two trump cards
As Queensland welcome back their two most influential players, coach Billy Slater admits to nerves ahead of the State of Origin series opener.
All bets are off as racecourse housing plan runs race
A controversial proposal to transform Rosehill Gardens into a mega housing metropolis has been rejected by members of the Australian Turf Club.
‘Jeez, I’m sorry’ – Demon wins despite feet of clay
'Clay dog' Alex de Minaur has launched his French Open bid with a predictable win - but Adam Walton joining him in the next round was a pleasant surprise.
High Court appeal on cards for war crimes whistleblower
A man jailed for leaking classified information that exposed allegations of Australian soldiers committing war crimes will make a last-ditch attempt at freedom.
Coalition chiefs deny settling scores in shadow cabinet
A Liberal senator who oversaw a disastrous work-from-home policy is among the biggest losers as the reunited coalition unveiled its shadow cabinet.
Cleary sees Panthers opportunity in tight competition
With his team sitting last, Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is taking comfort from how closely-packed teams are on the NRL table.
Concussion symptoms force Dragons veteran to retire
A veteran St George Illawarra forward has called time on his playing career after struggling to overcome concussion symptoms.
Major prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine: Trump
Russia and Ukraine have completed a major prisoner swap, US President Donald Trump says, while Kyiv says the exchange is still under way.
$8m loss sparks Football Australia ‘right sizing’
Football Australia could be braced for a period of belt tightening after posting a $8.55 million loss at its annual general meeting.
Manly feel DCE’s absence as Eel enjoys fairytale debut
Manly were without Daly Cherry-Evans and Parramatta were lacking Mitch Moses, but it was the Sea Eagles who missed their No.7 more at Commbank Stadium.
Debutant fires in Essendon’s scrappy Dreamtime win
Essendon have responded from a 91-point smashing last week, taking care of Richmond in a sluggish Dreamtime at the 'G contest.
Joint wins all-Aussie battle to reach first WTA final
Australian riser Maya Joint has reached her first WTA final after compatriot Ajla Tomljanovic pulled out with illness during their duel at the Morocco Open.
Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds more prisoners
Russia and Ukraine have swapped hundreds more prisoners, both sides say, hours after one of the biggest combined missile and drone attacks on Kyiv.
Piastri clouts barrier in Monaco as Leclerc sets pace
Oscar Piastri lost the front wing of his McLaren in a shunt in second practice at Monaco leaving Charles Leclerc to find the fastest way around the circuit.
Changes in the air as Bombers feel more injury strain
Essendon's tall stocks have taken another blow, and it may force Bombers coach Brad Scott into some drastic positional changes.
French court convicts thieves who robbed Kim Kardashian
A French court has convicted eight people in connection with the 2016 robbery of US celebrity Kim Kardashian after a high-profile trial in Paris.
Victory into ALM decider as Auckland rue ‘bad decision’
Melbourne Victory have advanced to a second-straight ALM grand final after stunning premiers Auckland FC 2-0, securing a 2-1 aggregate semi-final win.
Lions do it for Fagan’s 200th, finally beat bogey team
The Brisbane Lions have responded from a poor fortnight, knocking off Hawthorn by 33 points at the MCG in a big milestone for coach Chris Fagan.
Penrith plummet to foot of table as Lucas leads Knights
Dylan Lucas has produced the first hat-trick of his career in a win that breathes life into Newcastle's NRL campaign.
Who needs DCE? Savala shines as Roosters stun Sharks
The depleted Sydney Roosters have pulled off an NRL upset win over Cronulla, claiming a convincing 42-16 victory in Gosford.
Joint is jumping as Aussie tennis teen wins first title
Maya Joint has won her first WTA title at the age of 19 in Morocco, leaving Australian tennis to celebrate its brightest new star on the eve of the French Open.