Geelong thrashed in WNBL debut by Townsville
Geelong United have endured a rude awakening in their WNBL debut, suffering a landslide 26-point loss to Townsville Fire in the season opener.
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Gaza man with possible Hamas links loses fight for visa
A painter fleeing from the Gaza Strip whose visitor visa was revoked due to suspected terrorist links has lost a court bid to be with his family in Australia.
Bunnies’ Murray faces surgery that could impact 2025
South Sydney skipper Cameron Murray could face surgery on a wrist issue that has rubbed him out of the rest of the Kangaroos' Pacific Championships campaign.
Australia moves missile build onshore as supply dries
The proliferation of long-range strike missiles and firepower is forcing Australia to respond by bolstering its own stockpiles as concerns persist about supply.
Corruption watchdog under scrutiny over robodebt call
The national anti-corruption commissioner has been found to have engaged in officer misconduct by failing to recuse himself from a conflict of interest.
Dolphins eye Hunt as Dragons rip up captain’s contract
St George Illawarra have terminated the contract of captain and star halfback Ben Hunt, with the Dolphins emerging as early front-runners for his services.
Australia’s inflation down, but not out
There were few surprises in the inflation read-out, with economists broadly of the view underlying price pressures should keep the cash rate on hold until 2025.
Israeli strike kills at least 93 in north Gaza building
At least 93 people are dead or missing after an Israeli air strike on the town of Beit Lahia in northern Gaza.
Bodey to return for Hawks, Hore a chance for Demons
Hawthorn are set to receive a massive boost with All-Australian forward Greta Bodey cleared to return from injury, while Melbourne's Kate Hore is facing a test.
Koloamatangi out of Tonga’s Pacific Champs Test with NZ
Keaon Koloamatangi won't play in Tonga's must-win Pacific Championships Test with New Zealand.
‘Tragic accident’: boy dies as car crashes into school
A boy has been killed and four other children seriously injured after a woman collecting a child crashed through a fence and into a Melbourne school.
Nation’s sick state of readiness for pandemics unmasked
Australia's healthcare, economy and public service have been exhausted by COVID-19 and a Centre for Disease Control will be set up to prepare for pandemics.
AFLW clears Sheerin of serious umpire contact charge
Richmond star Eilish Sheerin has been found not guilty of intentional umpire contact after being referred to the AFLW Tribunal.
Wicketkeeper Wade to coach after Australian retirement
Matthew Wade has confirmed his international retirement, with the versatile wicketkeeper moving straight into a coaching role with Australia.
Sixty killed in Israeli strikes in Lebanon: reports
At least 60 people have reportedly been killed and dozens wounded in Israeli strikes on Lebanon's eastern Bekaa Valley.
Decision still to be made on Cup favourite Via Sistina
Trainer Chris Waller says connections are weighing up if Melbourne Cup favourite Via Sistina will race, but international Jan Brueghel has been ruled out.
Cooney-Cross dream goal helps Matildas to beat Germany
The Matildas have earned a remarkable 2-1 friendly win over Germany in Duisburg with maiden international goals from Kyra Cooney-Cross and Clare Hunt.
Olympian who assaulted, threatened ex-wife avoids jail
Olympic rowing silver medal winner Simon Burgess has been given a suspended jail sentence for assaulting his ex-wife and breaching a domestic violence order.
Wise Wallabies making no promises for grand slam tour
The 10th-ranked Wallabies are wisely opting against making any bold promises ahead of only the third grand slam tour of the UK since 1984.
Australia rules Inglis out of becoming new Test opener
Australia have prioritised preparing for the blockbuster Test battle against India when choosing their T20 squad to face Pakistan next month.
Jordan Riki fulfils decade-old promise after NZ debut
The first thing Brisbane forward Jordan Riki did after his New Zealand debut was fulfil a long-standing promise to his grandfather Reginald.
Great Kiwis comeback won’t change Johnson’s mind
Shaun Johnson was pleased with his performance after backflipping on retirement for the Kiwis but that won't motivate him to extend his comeback to the NRL.
Japan’s government in flux after hammering in election
No party has a clear mandate to lead Japan after the election, with potentially weeks of political wrangling ahead to map out a way to form a government.
Sixers win as 15yo Bray hits winning runs
Fifteen-year-old debutant Caoimhe Bray has hit the winning runs for the Sydney Sixers in their big WBBL run chase against the Melbourne Renegades.
Sydney FC count injuries after dramatic Auckland loss
Auckland FC have claimed a dramatic late 1-0 win over Sydney FC while Sky Blues pair Joe Lolley and Corey Hollman both suffered injuries.
Saints’ AFLW finals dream over after loss to Bulldogs
Jesse Wardlaw and Tyanna Smith have missed chances to secure what would have been a crucial AFLW win for St Kilda against the Western Bulldogs.
‘We are not the US’: abortion erodes LNP winning margin
Ahead of a federal contest, Queensland voters have sent a clear message to the major political parties: do not repeal abortion laws.
Volk UFC rematch closer but Whittaker cops painful loss
Robert Whittaker suffered a devastating first-round loss at UFC 308 while fellow Aussie Alexander Volkanovski is on track for a rematch against Ilia Topuria.
Goodnight Vienna for de Minaur as ATP Finals hopes fade
Australian No.1 Alex de Minaur has been knocked out of the Vienna Open semi-finals by Karen Khachanov in a blow to his hopes of making the ATP Finals.
Bombers, Tigers draw to complicate AFLW finals scenario
Essendon and Richmond have drawn the inaugural Dreamtime in Darwin clash, further complicating their AFLW finals hopes with one round left.
Kisnorbo makes happy City return with ALM derby win
Patrick Kisnorbo has claimed a 3-1 win over former club Melbourne City in his first A-League Men derby as Melbourne Victory coach.