Pilots killed as two helicopters crash in cattle muster
Two helicopters have crashed with both pilots killed shortly after taking off during a cattle muster at a remote station, with authorities to investigate.
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Players want AFL to abolish sub amid concussion debate
The AFLPA say abolishing the sub would help doctors assess concussions while the league gave Carlton a warning for their handling of Harry McKay's head knock.
Top talent to get Shield warm-up before India Tests
Australia's multi-format stars will be given the luxury of their best preparation for a Test summer in five years ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
‘Really keen to stay’: Kingsley signs new Giants deal
GWS coach Adam Kingsley will stay with the Giants until at least the end of 2028 after transforming the side from AFL strugglers to premiership contenders.
Senior minister leaves legacy as Indigenous trailblazer
Linda Burney has left a legacy of improving justice and the well-being of Indigenous people, advocates say, after she announced her resignation from parliament.
Bruce Lehrmann fights $2m bankruptcy threat with appeal
Bruce Lehrmann's bid to appeal a defamation loss and findings he raped Brittany Higgins could be tripped up as Ten tries to bankrupt him over a legal bill.
Roundup class action loss a ‘win for farmers’: Bayer
The makers of Roundup have welcomed a Federal Court ruling that the popular herbicide cannot be proven to cause cancer.
Fox, Ockenden to carry Australian flag at Games opening
Canoeing gold medallist Jessica Fox and hockey great Eddie Ockenden will be the Australian flag bearers at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
Australia to host 2026 Rugby League World Cup
Australia have been handed hosting rights to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with some matches to also be played in Papua New Guinea.
Five Aussie water polo players infected before Games
Five members of Australia's women's water polo team have tested positive to COVID-19 ahead of their Olympic campaign in Paris.
Plane slips off runway at Nepal airport, killing 18
Eighteen bodies have been recovered after a plane carrying 19 people slipped off the runway and crashed at the Nepal capital's airport.
Pilot ejects to escape crash during military exercise
An Italian fighter pilot is recovering in hospital after his warplane "encountered an unknown issue" and crashed during military exercises in remote Australia.
Luai, Cleary gear up for last ride and shot at history
Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary are back together at Penrith NRL training, as they prepare for the last stretch in a combination that dates back to under-16s.
Hillcrest jumping castle to be re-inflated, examined
A coroner has granted permission for a jumping castle involved in the deaths of six primary school students to be examined as part of legal proceedings.
Immortal Meninga hopes to breathe new life into Raiders
The Canberra Raiders are thrilled at the return of club legend Mal Meninga, whom they hope will be an extra drawcard for recruiting and retaining players.
Tszyu world title eliminator off after rival withdraws
Tim Tszyu's scheduled IBF super-welterweight world title eliminator has been cancelled after American Erickson Lubin told officials he was "medically unfit".
Eels NRLW player facing neighbour assault charge
A Parramatta NRLW player has been charged with assault that police say stemmed from a food delivery order.
Son of axed Eels coach Brad Arthur free to leave
Parramatta are set to grant Matt Arthur, the son of ousted head coach Brad Arthur, a release from the final year of his contract with the NRL club.
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Tech giants on notice over ‘blindness’ to abuse content
Tech companies treat child sexual abuse content with "wilful blindness" but the online safety watchdog will soon force them to face uncomfortable truths.
Depleted ‘Boks gamble on hooker Marx for Championship
World champions South Africa have named their squad for the Rugby Championship and have gambled on the fitness of Malcolm Marx and Peter-Steph du Toit.
Australian water polo Olympians test positive to COVID
Two Australian women's water polo players have tested positive to COVID-19 ahead of the Olympics.
Australian team briefed on alleged Paris sexual assault
Australian team chef de mission Anna Meares says the report of a tourist being attacked in Paris is horrific.
De Minaur set for Olympic debut after beating injury
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur is set to make an extraordinary return from a hip injury in time to celebrate his Olympic debut in Paris.
NRL open to less games in 20-team competition
The NRL will consider different season structures as part of an expanded 20-team competition, including reducing the number of matches played per club.
Lions lose another key defender ahead of QClash
Already without co-captain Harris Andrews, the Brisbane Lions will be without fellow key defender Darragh Joyce for their QClash against Gold Coast.
NRLW players push for longer season, then more teams
The NRL is set to sell broadcast rights to the NRLW for the first time in the 2028 deal, with professional contracts, season length and teams all up for debate.
Bail for alleged sex trafficking boss over brothel ring
A 43-year-old man has been granted bail over his alleged involvement in trafficking an Indonesian girl in a syndicate luring girls to work in brothels.
Magpies determined to fight to save premiership defence
Collingwood defender John Noble insists the Magpies can still make finals and will fight to save their AFL premiership defence.
Martin remains upbeat despite pre-Paris BMX setbacks
Despite a foot injury and a poor result last month, Australian BMX freestyle star Logan Martin's self-belief ahead of the Olympics remains solid.
At 14, Covell could make Olympic history in Paris
Chloe Covell is a 14-year-old with an uncommon teenager's mindset that has helped to make her a street skateboarding Olympic medal contender.
Freo skipper suffers arm fracture, Papley out for Swans
Fremantle have been dealt a huge blow with captain Alex Pearce fracturing his left arm again, while Sydney's Tom Papley will be sidelined with an ankle injury.