Cross bench lashes Labor as minority Libs retain power
The Greens and independents have criticised a state Labor party for failing to provide a viable governing option, leaving minority Liberals in power.
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Trade and skills under spotlight in ‘promising’ talks
The treasurer has sung the praises of the government's long-awaited roundtable after hours of discussions on productivity, trade and technology.
Brave Munro credits late mother for fighting spirit
Tyrone Munro has credited his late mother's wisdom for helping him through personal tragedy and professional setbacks at South Sydney.
‘Comfortable’ Canterbury warned to fix mindset
Canterbury's Stephen Crichton and Viliame Kikau want to see the inconsistent Bulldogs improve their mindset when they travel to Melbourne in round 25.
Star Blue returns, GWS without two gun forwards
GWS will have to overcome fellow finals contenders Gold Coast without Jesse Hogan and Jake Stringer, while Collingwood have dropped a pair of veterans.
‘Very confronting’ injury steels Manly in finals fight
Jake Trboejvic's concussion rocked teammate and brother-in-law Corey Waddell, who says Manly are looking at their fallen lock as motivation in the finals fight.
‘Rage’ drives ‘Punky’ as end looms for Hawthorn great
Three-time Hawthorn premiership player Luke Breust will retire at the end of this season, ending a career that featured more than 300 games and 500 goals.
Leniu’s energy ‘key’ for Roosters in pivotal clash
The Sydney Roosters and Canterbury will play in a match that has finals permutations for both sides on Friday night.
Swifts ‘nerd’ returns, more Kiwis sign in Super Netball
Tayla Fraser is NSW Swifts' newest signing, with several clubs in the league making their move in the Super Netball offseason.
Blues want to keep AFLW opener after impressive win
Carlton celebrated the start of the 10th AFLW season with a 24-point win over Collingwood, and they would love to keep hold of the season opener.
Grant strikes gold as Melbourne storm to classic win
In a possible NRL grand final preview, Storm skipper Harry Grant scored a stunning golden-point try to end Penrith's nine-game winning streak.
Debutant almost outshines Roberts as Eagles soar to win
West Coast's bid to make the AFLW finals for the first time is off to a flying start after they cruised to a 15-point win over Gold Coast.
Schmidt dilemma: Edmed waits on Wallabies’ No.10 woes
Tane Edmed is waiting in the wings as Australia coach Joe Schmidt ponders an eve-of-match rejig to the Wallabies' line-up against South Africa.
‘Enraged’: no plastic treaty as talks end without deal
Delegates are angry and disappointed after negotiators working on a historic treaty to address plastic pollution failed to reach an agreement in Geneva.
Voss behind McGovern, excited for Walsh’s Blues return
Carlton coach Michael Voss wants out-of-favour Mitch McGovern to remain at the club, admitting the veteran is disappointed to be playing VFL.
Souths star suffers new injury, out of Indigenous clash
South Sydney superstar Latrell Mitchell has suffered a fresh injury blow and will miss the Indigenous Round clash against Parramatta.
Diamonds and Lightning star ends golden career
Star goal attack Steph Fretwell has decided to hang up her dress, marking the end of a glittering 11-year career on the netball court.
Chloe Molloy shines on AFLW return as Swans beat Tigers
Sydney have kicked off their AFLW campaign with a spirited win over Richmond thanks to starring performances from Chloe Molloy and debutant Zippy Fish.
Roosters put NRL on notice by stunning Bulldogs
The Sydney Roosters have claimed their biggest scalp of the NRL season, stunning Canterbury to continue their quest for a top-eight finish.
Lions mid dislocates shoulder in big win over Dockers
Brisbane midfielder Jarrod Berry has suffered a dislocated shoulder as his team locked in a finals berth with a thumping win over Fremantle in Perth.
Schmidt’s switch: Wallabies put faith in stand-in 10
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has done a surprise late backflip, bringing in Tane Edmed as flyhalf cover for James O'Connor on the eve of the Springboks' Test.
Trump leaves Alaska summit with Putin empty-handed
A highly anticipated summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin has yielded no agreement to resolve or pause Moscow's war in Ukraine.
Bob ‘Simmo’ Simpson a man for all cricket seasons
Australian cricket is mourning the death of former captain and coach Bob Simpson, who has died at the age of 89.
Moving has plus sides but Talau keen on Sea Eagles stay
Tommy Talau is hopeful of staying put at Manly, but has definitely pondered jumping ship to play at the same club as superstar partner Jess Sergis.
Blow for Warriors as Ford sidelined for crusher tackle
The injury-hit Warriors have been dealt more bad news with Jackson Ford likely to miss the remainder of the regular season through suspension.
Cricket Australia pays tribute to Bob Simpson
Australian cricket has lost an icon in former captain and coach Bob Simpson, who died aged 89.
Brave Edwards returns with plenty on line for Cowboys
North Queensland can't play finals this year, but there are representative jumpers up for grabs and the opportunity to secure contracts for those without them.
‘Selfless’ Blues back as McKay stars in Port demolition
Carlton coach Michael Voss has hailed a "really good version" of Harry McKay as the star forward booted seven goals in a 54-point demolition of Port Adelaide.
Zelenskiy to meet Trump after no deal at Alaska summit
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will fly to Washington to meet Donald Trump after the US leader's summit with Russia's Vladimir Putin secured no truce in Ukraine.
Captain’s injury only sour note as Sharks smash Titans
A knee injury to captain Cameron McInnes has soured Cronulla's thumping NRL win over Gold Coast at Sharks Stadium.
Panthers co-captain ‘a chance’ of playing next game
Isaah Yeo says he could return in time for Penrith's next clash in what would be a big boost for the four-time reigning premiers' top-four push.