PM meets Biden at home for ‘discussion between friends’
Anthony Albanese visited Joe Biden's home, exchanging gifts ahead of talks with leaders of Japan and India on security in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Nicho Hynes ready to put Cleary lessons into action
Nicho Hynes has spoken of how he took valuable lessons from Nathan Cleary in the off-season, and how he plans to help Cronulla take down the Penrith No.7.
Toll from strike that killed Hezbollah commanders at 31
The death toll from an air strike that killed senior Hezbollah military commanders Ibrahim Aqil and Ahmed Wahbi in Beirut has risen to 31.
Finals exit sums up ebbs and flows of Cowboys’ season
North Queensland's 2024 NRL season is over following a frustrating loss to Cronulla which provided a snapshot of their campaign.
Swans soar into AFL grand final with big win over Port
Sydney have cruised into the AFL grand final after defeating Port Adelaide for the first time in eight years, winning a preliminary final by 36 points.
Trindall writes redemption script in Sharks’ finals win
Cronulla will meet Penrith in an NRL preliminary final after a 26-18 win over North Queensland.
‘Full throttle’ double killer jailed for 12 years
A driver who ignored his passenger's pleas to slow will spend at least eight years behind bars for the deaths of a couple driving home from night shifts.
Cats assistant coach Steven King collapses at training
Geelong assistant coach Steven King is expected to recover after suffering a medical episode at training before the AFL preliminary final against Brisbane.
Holli Moly – Wheeler likely to miss start of finals
Cronulla prop Holli Wheeler is likely to miss the first week of the NRLW finals after being charged by the match review committee.
FA to sign new Socceroos coach before crunch qualifiers
James Johnson says Football Australia will appoint a permanent Socceroos head coach before next month's World Cup qualification window.
Victor Radley back from injury for Roosters’ semi-final
Hard-hitting second-rower Victor Radley is set to return from his shoulder injury to line up for the injury-hit Sydney Roosters in the semi-final against Manly.
Sports appeal for inclusion at slimmed-down Comm Games
Commonwealth Games Australia will hold a crucial meeting on Friday amid pleas from sports leaders to remain on the program for the 2026 Glasgow Games.
Raya’s double save rescues Arsenal, Barcelona lose
Arsenal had goalkeeper David Raya to thank for a goalless draw against Atalanta, while 10-man Barcelona were beaten by Monaco in Champions League action.
Dellavedova stars as Melbourne beat JackJumpers
Melbourne United have exacted a small slice of revenge for their Championship Series loss to Tasmania, defeating the defending NBL champions 88-79 in Perth.
Tigers leave Sharks NRLW finals hopes swimming in doubt
The Wests Tigers have clawed their way to a second NRLW win, shocking the Sharks at home and leaving Cronulla reeling in their own waters
Centurion Travis Head pulverises England in ODI win
Australia have eased to a seven-wicket win over England in the first one-day international at Nottingham, inspired by Travis Head's record-breaking 154 not out.
Swans pick Fox over Adams as Stewart returns for Cats
Callum Mills' injury has opened the door for Robbie Fox to return for Sydney in AFL preliminary finals week and Tom Stewart is back to bolster Geelong.
‘Weak’ case against diabetic driver thrown out by court
A diabetic driver who passed out due to dwindling blood sugar levels and killed five people at a pub has had all charges against him struck out by a magistrate.
Samaraweera gets 20-year ban for reprehensible conduct
Cricket Australia has banned a former Test player from working in the game for two decades following an investigation by its code of conduct commission.
Schmidt refuses to talk about bringing Bledisloe back
With an intimate knowledge of the All Blacks' firepower, the Wallabies' New Zealand coach Joe Schmidt won't talk about returning the Bledisloe Cup to Australia.
Papalii in hot water over Raiders Mad Monday incident
Josh Papalii is under police investigation after an alleged incident at a licensed venue just hours after he was named the Raiders' club person of the year.
Family ‘devastated’ as accused killer pleads not guilty
There was standing room only in a regional court as 23-year-old Hannah McGuire's alleged murderer pleaded not guilty and elected to be fast-tracked to trial.
Healthy jobs numbers to keep RBA on the sidelines
Australia's economy may be limping along but jobs are still going, although mostly part-time gigs and predominantly roles in the public sector.
Port Adelaide pair face preliminary final fitness tests
Port Adelaide pair Ryan Burton and Charlie Dixon will undergo match-eve fitness tests to determine if they'll play in the preliminary final against Sydney.
UN vote says Israel must end occupation within a year
Most countries at the United Nations General Assembly have supported a non-binding Palestinian resolution demanding Israel end its occupation within a year.
Israel bombs southern Lebanon after device detonations
Jets and artillery hit multiple targets in southern Lebanon, Israel's military says after booby-trapped pagers and radios exploded in the hands of militants.
Trbojevic says shoulder better, but Tests unlikely
Manly star Tom Trbojevic says his problem shoulder is feeling better ahead of the NRL semi-final against Sydney Roosters, but end-of-year Tests are unlikely.
Eagles veteran Darling makes AFL trade request official
Key forward Jack Darling has formally requested a trade to North Melbourne after 14 AFL seasons and a premiership with West Coast.
Melbourne United wise up ahead of grand final re-match
The NBL season begins on Thursday night as Melbourne United attempt to turn the tables on the all-conquering Tasmania JackJumpers in a grand final re-match.
Port coach Hinkley unfazed by controversial AFL fine
Port coach Ken Hinkley says his $20,000 AFL fine hasn't been a distraction as two key Power players are set to return for the preliminary final against Sydney.
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Red flag over Russian operation targeting Aust media
Evidence has been uncovered to show a disinformation campaign targeting the Australian media is being operated from inside Russia.