Election call coming with Labor to distract from Dutton
The prime minister will set the election date "pretty imminently" as parliament wraps up for the last time before voters cast their ballots.
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Goodwin backs ‘100 per cent fine’ Gawn for AFL response
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he should have put a sock in it with his cryptic post-game comments on Sunday about captain Max Gawn.
Roosters favourites to land DCE as Bulldogs opt out
Daly Cherry-Evans has officially rejected Manly's last-ditch bid to retain him, while the Bulldogs say he won't be joining them.
Carlton star McKay sidelined due to personal reasons
Carlton star Harry McKay will be sidelined indefinitely as the key forward deals with personal issues.
Bolivia declares emergency after floods kill over 50
At least 50 people have died and more than 370,000 families have been affected by floods in Bolivia.
Trump ratchets up trade war with 25 per cent car tariff
Markets are reacting to President Donald Trump's announcement of new import taxes of 25 per cent on cars and car parts coming into the US.
UN warning as South Sudan opposition leader arrested
South Sudan's main opposition party says its leader, Vice President Riek Machar, has been arrested as the United Nations warns of a renewed civil war.
Doggett’s delight as SA keep control of Bulls in Shield
Paceman Brendan Doggett has claimed two more key Queensland wickets to give South Australia a stranglehold on the Sheffield Shield final.
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Cheaper power bills pledge as Dutton spurs gas supply
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's budget reply has outlined an alternative vision to drive down energy costs and ease pressure on household budgets.
Eagles star Reid fined for misconduct over gesture
West Coast's former No.1 draft pick Harley Reid has been fined $1000 for misconduct after flashing a middle finger to Brisbane Lions fans.
Australia set for first rugby league Ashes in 22 years
A generation of Australian players will embark upon their first Test tour of England later this year as the Ashes returns to the rugby league calendar.
Kings happy to miss young NBL star Toohey for 15 years
Australian young gun Alex Toohey will throw his hat in the ring for the NBA draft this year after two NBL seasons with the Sydney Kings.
American dream: Petaia’s NFL audition day arrives
Wallabies talent Jordan Petaia and the 13 other NFL aspirants will strut their stuff at South Florida's pro day, following their 10-week training camp.
Suaalii set to make long-awaited return for Waratahs
Code-crossing superstar Joseph Suaalii has been named to make his injury comeback for the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Hurricanes.
‘Done plenty of talking’: Api downplays Tigers’ start
Wests Tigers are the unlikely owners of the NRL's best defensive record through three rounds but co-captain Api Koroisau is remaining level-headed.
Debut set for Port young gun with Tourette syndrome
Tom Cochrane will become the first AFL player with Tourette syndrome when he makes his debut for Port Adelaide against Essendon on Thursday night.
Australia survive Kerr heroics to complete NZ whitewash
Young stars Georgia Voll and Annabel Sutherland proved to be the difference in Australia's eight-run victory over New Zealand in the third and final Twenty20.
Souths wants Johnston to stay, break tries record there
Wayne Bennett says South Sydney will open talks with Alex Johnston over a new contract, as the winger resumes his pursuit of Ken Irvine's try-scoring record.
Bennett wants trade windows, rules out Souths DCE play
Wayne Bennett has described the Daly Cherry-Evans scenario as a "self-destruct button" on the NRL season, as he calls for trade windows to be introduced.
Shadow of doubt: cricket appeal for stadium roof review
Cricket's national body is unsure whether the sport can be played at a planned new stadium because of shadows caused by the design of its roof.
Walker to reinforce Eels, Brailey signs with Raiders
Dylan Walker has been released from the rest of the final season of his Warriors contract as off-contract Jayden Brailey finds a new NRL home for 2026.
Bulls crash before teen revives shield hopes against SA
Queensland crashed to 95 all out before their 19-year-old quick Callum Vidler led a revival against SA on the opening day of the Sheffield Shield final.
Socceroos to embrace cut-throat Japan, Saudi clashes
Australia claimed a 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over China to close in on the 2026 tourney, but coach Tony Popovic wants more against Japan and Saudi Arabia.
Budget fundamentals smashed as storms cloud outlook
Australia's federal budget is forecast to eclipse $1 trillion in debt for the first time in 2025/26, as global challenges threaten the nation's coffers.
Taxpayers to get $10 a week cut in pre-election budget
All taxpayers will get two rounds of cuts but only starting from July 2026, as Treasurer Jim Chalmers makes the case for a second Labor term.
Buddy Franklin hopes Hollywood Hawks go all the way
AFL great Lance Franklin isn't surprised by how well former teammate and Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is doing and believes the Hawks' best is as good as anyone.
Penrith hand Toelau first start as NRL halfback
Trent Toelau has emerged as Nathan Cleary's unlikely replacement at Penrith, while Tom Trbojevic and Kotoni Staggs have been named to return for their clubs.
Khawaja backed for big Shield final after public spat
Queensland captain Marnus Labuschagne says Usman Khawaja will have extra motivation in the Sheffield Shield final against SA after his spat with officials.
Rabbitohs bunny man sorry over child pushing incident
Charlie Gallico has apologised for pushing a child during an NRL match between South Sydney and Cronulla while dressed as Rabbitohs mascot Reggie Rabbit.
Dolphins to make DCE bid as star prop makes his own
Dolphins club bosses are preparing to make an offer to bring Daly Cherry-Evans home to Redcliffe as prop Daniel Saifiti makes the case for his recruitment.
Manly defend handling of DCE as they fight to keep No.7
Manly CEO Tony Mestrov hopes Daly Cherry-Evans will change his mind and accept a two-year deal at Brookvale, adamant there is no bad blood with the captain.