Lyon demolishes Black Caps as Australia retain trophy
New Zealand never seriously threatened a would-be record run chase of 363, all out for 196 as Australia won the first Test at Wellington's Basin Reserve.
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Manly put on second-half show to beat Souths in Vegas
Manly have claimed victory in the first-ever NRL match in the US, putting on a second-half show to beat South Sydney 36-24 in Las Vegas.
Early alarm bells as GWS Giants beat Hardwick’s Suns
The GWS Giants have warmed up for the AFL season with a comfortable win against the Gold Coast Suns, who struggled to compete at times at Manuka Oval.
Swans hopeful Taylor Adams will be fit for AFL opener
Sydney's Taylor Adams is still a chance for an opening-round debut despite walking off with a knee injury during their 25-point pre-season loss to Brisbane.
Shock and condemnation after Gaza food aid deaths
Hamas and Israeli officials are giving conflicting accounts of an incident in which more than 100 people were reportedly killed while waiting for aid in Gaza.
Green’s 174 helps Australia sink NZ into the mire
Australia will take a 217-run lead into the third day of the First Test against New Zealand, powered by Cam Green's superb 174 at the Basin Reserve.
Australia look to rebound in rare trans-Tasman Test
Steve Smith will continue as Australia opener in the first Test in Wellington, with Pat Cummins also confirming the same XI from the West Indies series.
Defence holding fire on more aid for Ukraine
Ukraine's top diplomat in Australia has called on the nation to help end the "meat grinder" war besieging his country by donating more military equipment.
Biden wins Michigan primary but faces Gaza protest vote
Joe Biden and Donald Trump have easily won their parties' Michigan primaries but the Democratic president has been hit with a protest vote over the war in Gaza.
‘Scapegoat’ Powell-Pepper suspended for four AFL games
Port Adelaide forward Sam Powell-Pepper has received a four-game AFL suspension for a high bump on Adelaide defender Mark Keane.
Police set to march out of uniform at Mardi Gras parade
NSW Police have reached an agreement with Mardi Gras parade organisers to march after being uninvited following the alleged murders of two men.
First homebuyer shared equity scheme clears lower house
A shared equity scheme allowing first homebuyers to buy a property with a two per cent deposit has passed the House of Representatives.
Demons guns fire against Carlton as Oliver steps up
Melbourne have tuned up for their AFL season opener with a 38-point thrashing of Carlton in a practice match and are buoyed by Clayton Oliver's reserves form.
Matildas crush Uzbekistan to cruise into Olympics
The Matildas have crushed Uzbekistan 10-0 in Melbourne to win their Olympic qualifying tie 13-0 on aggregate and seal their ticket to the Paris Olympic Games.
Magnay spearheads JackJumpers to NBL finals win
The Tasmania JackJumpers have progressed to the next stage of the NBL finals with a physical 16-point win over the Illawarra Hawks.
Spy ring that recruited former politician uncovered
A spy ring specifically targeted politicians, academics and students while others had tried to hurt dissidents in Australia, the nation's top spy has revealed.
Multiple Mardi Gras tributes expected for slain couple
Flight attendant Luke Davies and former Network 10 presenter Jesse Baird, allegedly murdered by a police officer, will be honoured at the Mardi Gras festival.
‘We will not yield’: Philippines leader urges support
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has given an address to federal parliament, warning of growing tensions in the Indo-Pacific.
Trump loses bid to pause $US454m judgment in fraud case
A judge has rejected Donald Trump's request to pause $US454 million civil fraud penalty.
Green ton rallies Australia in cagey first Test with NZ
Cameron Green and Australia's middle order have come to the rescue against New Zealand in the first Test at Wellington's Basin Reserve, ending day one at 9-279.
Adelaide coach Nicks says contract talks won’t distract
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says his negotiations for a contract extension won't drag through the entire AFL season.
US Supreme Court to decide Trump 2020 election case
The US Supreme Court will in April decide whether former president Donald Trump can be prosecuted on charges that he interfered with the 2020 US election.
Powell-Pepper ban sets harsher penalty precedent: Port
Coach Ken Hinkley says the four-game ban for Port Adelaide's Sam Powell-Pepper sets a clear precedent of harsher penalties for concussion incidents in the AFL.
First person jailed under foreign interference laws
A former Liberal Party candidate will be jailed for at least a year after becoming the first person in Australia found guilty under foreign interference laws.
New Dragons recruit Leilua hit with NRL breach notice
Luciano Leilua has been handed a breach notice by the NRL, which could lead to him missing the start of St George Illawarra's 2024 season.
Police failures blight ‘troubling’ missing teacher case
Marion Barter's disappearance nearly three decades ago has been referred to unsolved homicide detectives after crucial evidence was lost due to police inaction.
Retail sales rebound but spending appetite is weak
The consumer sector is clearly in pain and prioritising discounted goods, making it a difficult time to be a discretionary retailer.
Trump is disqualified from Illinois ballot, judge rules
An Illinois judge has removed former US president Donald Trump from the state's presidential primary ballot.
WA lock in golden coach Adam Voges for two more years
Western Australia and Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges says he remains hungry for more success after re-signing to lead the teams for an additional two years.
Teen who shot at his school gets three years detention
A 15-year-old boy who fired shots at his school, terrifying staff and students, has been sentenced to three years in detention but may be released sooner.
Family’s anguish after killer given 36-year jail term
The family of Celeste Manno have broken down outside the Victorian Supreme Court after her killer was not given a sentence of life in jail.