Refs made error late in Kiwis’ last-gasp loss to Tonga
New Zealand coach Stacey Jones has been told the on-field referee made an error late in his side's tight loss to Tonga at the Pacific Championships.
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David Warner says CA ‘squashed’ India A tampering claim
David Warner claims Cricket Australia has questions to answer on the India A ball-tampering saga, accusing authorities of acting fast to "squash" the issue.
Josh Inglis to captain when Test players miss third ODI
Australia's Test players will miss the third one-day international against Pakistan, prompting selectors to promote Josh Inglis to the captaincy.
AFLW confirms night grand final, end to condensed draw
The AFLW grand final on November 30 will start at 7.45pm, while the league will not have a condensed fixture next season.
Minister works to skirt High Court ankle bracelet edict
Strengthened laws are imminent in a bid to keep electronic monitoring and curfew restrictions on former immigration detainees.
McSweeney to open for Australia A, firms for Test debut
In-form South Australia captain Nathan McSweeney has become the red-hot favourite to make his Test debut after being promoted to open for Australia A.
Warner gets closure on Cape Town as Thunder BBL captain
David Warner has admitted he feared his lifetime leadership ban would never be lifted, before finally earning a reprieve and getting closure on sandpaper-gate.
Israel PM sacks defence minister, igniting protests
Protesters in Israel blocked highways and lit bonfires on roads after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defence Minister Yoav Gallant.
Donald Trump extends lead in US presidential race
Donald Trump is leading in the US presidential election although the result remains unclear in battleground states that will decide the winner.
Queen Camilla has chest infection: Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace says Queen Camilla is suffering a chest infection and has been forced to pull out of her engagements.
Mooney and King lift Perth to WBBL win
A fine half century from Beth Mooney and five wickets to spinner Alana King have helped Perth Scorchers to a 28-run WBBL win over Brisbane Heat at the WACA.
How coach Woolf thought Taumalolo call was a prank
Tonga officials thought Jason Taumalolo was tipsy when he called to say he wanted to represent the nation in 2017 to save Test rugby league.
Tonga’s Katoa is game’s ‘next great halfback’: Meninga
After sealing Tonga's spot in the Pacific Championships final, Mal Meninga says Isaiya Katoa can go on and become a leading NRL halfback.
Kangaroos captain Kearney nears AFLW return for finals
North Melbourne's hamstrung captain Emma Kearney and Fremantle's Ash Brazill are among the notable players in the mix to return in week one of the AFL finals.
WBBL window safe, but women lose holiday-period Tests
International women's matches will be moved out of the school-holiday window and closer to the Aussie football seasons after India shifted their WPL to January.
Peg safety ‘failures’ in school jumping castle tragedy
A jumping castle was allegedly insufficiently tethered at the time it was swept up by strong winds, killing six children.
Dolan singing after huge Cup upset on Knight’s Choice
Rank outsider Knight's Choice has won the Melbourne Cup in a photo finish from Warp Speed, with Okita Soushi third in the $8.5 million feature at Flemington.
US music titan Quincy Jones dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the US music titan who worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra and countless other artists, has died aged 91.
Agar sends timely reminder as WA thrash Tasmania
Ashton Agar pushed his Test hopes and Brody Couch took a hat-trick as Sheffield Shield leaders Western Australia thrashed Tasmania by an innings.
Starc fires as Australia restrict Pakistan to 203
Star quick Mitchell Starc has claimed 3-33 to help Australia restrict struggling Pakistan to 203 in the first ODI at the MCG.
Lomax ‘stoked’ to officially finish time at Dragons
Australian representative Zac Lomax has opened up on his NRL move to Parramatta and much-discussed exit from St George Illawarra.
Reeling India face Rohit Sharma doubt for first Test
India have changed their preparation plans ahead of the Test series in Australia after their batsmen failed in the 3-0 home series loss to New Zealand.
Sam Walker signs new deal with NRL’s Roosters
The Sydney Roosters have re-signed star halfback Sam Walker, who will be at the club until at least the end of the 2027 season.
Luckless Bombers star Toogood out of AFLW finals
Essendon captain Bonnie Toogood's AFLW season is over due to a serious ankle injury.
Lovell’s maiden ton puts Qld in box seat against NSW
No.3 Angus Lovell's maiden Sheffield Shield century has powered Queensland to a 167-run lead against NSW in their Sheffield Shield match.
PNG claim Pacific Bowl with big win over Cook Islands
The PNG Kumuls beat Cook Islands 42-20 to win the Pacific Bowl and can secure a Pacific Championships promotion with a win over New Zealand next week.
Piscopo can bring more after ALM stunner: Kisnorbo
A world-class goal from recruit Reno Piscopo has steered Melbourne Victory to a comeback 2-1 A-League Men win over Macarthur FC.
Kangaroos ready to embrace red sea of Tongan fans
Australia's players say they are ready to feel like an away team in a State of Origin match against Tonga, preparing for a red sea of fans at CommBank Stadium.
Hawks snare $1m prize money with AFLW win over Tigers
Hawthorn have overcome a final-quarter deficit to post a 23-point win over Richmond that helped secure the club $1 million in prize money.
Hunt says it would be “special” to return to Brisbane
Ben Hunt would find it "special" to return to Brisbane and win a premiership - a goal he's put at the top of his list of priorities in finding a new club.
Kiwi Ferns pound Orchids, set up Jillaroos final clash
New Zealand winger Mackenzie Wiki scored a hat-trick in a 36-0 win over the PNG Orchids in the Pacific Cup women's clash in Port Moresby.