Consultants in sights of new anti-corruption watchdog
The nation's anti-corruption watchdog has already received 44 online referrals and is chasing up a further five phone calls.
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West Tigers’ Twal facing ban after 74-0 mauling
The darkest night in Wests Tigers history has become darker with prop Alex Twal set to miss a game for a hip-drop tackle in the 74-0 loss to North Queensland.
Luai dropped among raft of NSW changes for Origin III
NSW coach Brad Fittler has recalled Cody Walker and Clint Gutherson among seven new faces as the Blues look to restore some State of Origin pride.
Socceroo Aaron Mooy retires from football
Aaron Mooy has called time on his 13-year professional career, the Socceroos and Celtic midfielder announcing his immediate retirement from football.
Nathan Lyon on crutches with ‘significant’ calf strain
Nathan Lyon's chances of playing again in the Ashes are becoming increasingly bleak, with Australia confirming he has suffered a "significant" calf strain.
Penrith thump Melbourne to extend NRL ladder lead
Penrith have clawed their way back from an early 14-point deficit to roar to a 34-16 victory over Melbourne and extend their NRL ladder lead.
Heeney snatches thrilling draw for Swans against Cats
Isaac Heeney has booted a behind with 30 seconds remaining in the final term to snatch a 54-all draw for a wasteful Sydney against Geelong at the SCG.
Kyrgios in Wimbledon draw but question marks remain
Nick Kyrgios is set to play Wimbledon's opening round on Monday but a move of his pre-tournament news conference has raised more questions about his readiness.
Australia in control after England’s meek surrender
Australia have gone to stumps on a rain-affected day three of the second Ashes Test at 2-130, with a lead of 221 runs on a poor day for England at Lord's.
Tszyu-Charlo fight off as American moves up two weights
US boxer Jermell Charlo has pulled out of the unification bout with Australian Tim Tszyu after opting to move up two divisions to fight Mexican Canelo Alvarez.
Rankine stars as Adelaide hammer North Melbourne in AFL
Adelaide's Izak Rankine has kicked five goals in a 66-point thumping of North Melbourne which returns the Crows to the AFL's top eight.
Ugle-Hagan shines as Bulldogs dismantle Dockers
The Western Bulldogs remain firmly in touch with the AFL top four after beating Fremantle by 29 points, with Jamarra Ugle-Hagan kicking four goals.
Canberra hold off Titans, move to fifth on NRL ladder
Canberra have once again had to dig deep to beat Gold Coast, holding on to beat the fast-finishing Titans 26-22 at GIO Stadium.
Swifts stun Fever to reach Super Netball grand final
The NSW Swifts booked their place in the Super Netball grand final, thanks to some clutch shooting from Sophie Fawns in a 65-64 win over the West Coast Fever.
Houston after-the-siren goal seals thrilling Port win
Port Adelaide's Dan Houston has kicked one of the greatest after-the-siren goals in VFL/AFL history to seal a four-point win over Essendon at the MCG.
Australia on course for Lord’s win after Lyon’s courage
Australia have put themselves close to a 2-0 Ashes series lead, with England 4-114 in their attempted chase of 371 after day four of the second Test at Lord's.
De Minaur leads Aussie charge amid guesses over Kyrgios
Like all Wimbledon, Alex de Minaur is unsure if Nick Kyrgios will be fit to play - but the national No.1 is ready to quietly spearhead a strong Aussie pack.
Aussie women earn shaky T20 win to take grip on Ashes
Australia's women have won their T20 against England at Edgbaston by four wickets off the penultimate ball to take further control of the Ashes.
Van Gisbergen qualifies third for maiden NASCAR race
Three-time Supercars champion Shane van Gisbergen will start from third on the grid in his maiden NASCAR race after being edged out of pole spot in Chicago.
Grieving parents’ plea as driver jailed for fatal crash
Truck driver Matthew Livingston will be in jail for at least seven-and-a-half years over a crash north of Melbourne that claimed a two-year-old girl's life.
Coach Clarkson to return to work at North Melbourne
Alastair Clarkson will resume coaching North Melbourne before the end of the season after easing back into work at Arden St over the next month.
Ben Simmons will not play for Boomers at World Cup
NBA superstar Ben Simmons will not play for the Boomers at the upcoming FIBA World Cup, after weeks of speculation about his potential involvement.
Finucane to miss at least two weeks for dangerous throw
Cronulla co-captain Dale Finucane will miss at least two weeks after being cited for his dangerous throw on St George Illawarra's Blake Lawrie.
Steve Smith equals Steve Waugh with Test century No.32
Steve Smith has gone equal second on the list of all-time Australian Test century makers, joining Steve Waugh after completing his 32nd ton at Lord's.
Hynes bests Hunt as Sharks belt Dragons
Cronulla could finish the weekend as high as second on the NRL ladder after thrashing hapless St George Illawarra 52-16.
Lyon injury woe as England errors leave Test in balance
Nathan Lyon's Ashes series is at risk of being over with a calf injury, as England finished day two of the second Test on 4-278, in reply to Australia's 416.
Aussie Hunter storms into the main draw of Wimbledon
Storm Hunter has become the lone Australian player to negotiate the qualifying minefield at Wimbledon, making it into the main draw without losing a set.
Olyslagers equals Oceanian record in Lausanne high jump
Australian Olympic high jump star Nicola Olyslagers has maintained her season's unbeaten record and equalled her Oceanian record in Lausanne.
Gardner, O’Donnell back for injury-hit Bulldogs
The Western Bulldogs have been forced to reshuffle their defence while Sydney have lost gun midfielder Chad Warner for their clash with AFL premiers Geelong.
Clarkson, North Melbourne plot coach’s AFL return
Alastair Clarkson's path back to North Melbourne is being mapped out, with the four-time premiership coach on the verge of a return to the Kangaroos.
Schuster takes hip-pocket hit to re-sign with Manly
Josh Schuster has taken a pay cut to re-sign with Manly until 2027, with the five-eighth set for a positional switch from next season.