Tigers a chance of ditching spoon after beating Bunnies
Wests Tigers have set up the potential for a final-round "spoon-bowl" against Parramatta, after beating South Sydney 18-16 to snap a seven-game losing streak.
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Coach in awe of ‘Nick Show’ after Magpies down Lions
Collingwood have pinched a one-point win over the wasteful Brisbane Lions at the MCG to keep alive their hopes of sneaking into the AFL finals.
Legendary racehorse Black Caviar dies
Australian horseracing is in mourning following the death of 15-time Group One winner and unbeaten mare Black Caviar.
Red flag heaps pressure on Supercars leader Brown
Broc Feeney has claimed pole at Symmons Plains but Triple Eight teammate Will Brown is under threat atop the Supercars ladder after coming 15th in qualifying.
Controversial Allianz Stadium pitch under investigation
An investigation has been launched into the condition of the Allianz Stadium pitch which failed to drain properly during Friday night's NRL match.
Manly receive good news on Garrick, wait on Talau scan
Manly's Reuben Garrick has avoided a ban for a hip-drop tackle, while fellow Sea Eagles centre Tommy Talau is awaiting results of scans on his pectoral muscle.
Liberals’ council nomination extension plea rejected
The NSW electoral commissioner has rejected the state Liberals' request for more time after the party failed to nominate candidates for a string of local seats.
Slow-starting Swans end Essendon’s finals dreams
Essendon's finals dreams are over after being overrun by ladder-leaders Sydney, with the Swans booting 12 goals to four in the second half.
Young bags hat-trick as Roosters belt Eels in the wet
The Sydney Roosters have continued their charge to the NRL finals by thrashing Parramatta at a rain-soaked Allianz Stadium.
Cherry-Evans’ smarts shine through for Manly in big wet
Daly Cherry-Evans has shown every bit of his 324 games of NRL experience to lead Manly to a 24-10 win over the Warriors, edging his side closer to the finals.
Former PM’s daughter becomes youngest-ever Thai leader
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the daughter of divisive former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, has won the backing of parliament to become Thailand's youngest prime minister.
Ex-soap star jailed then bailed for assault on woman
A former Australian soap star is on bail to appeal his jail sentence over violent assaults on a woman including repeatedly kicking and stomping on her.
Taiwan hit by another big quake, no immediate damage
There are no immediate reports of fatalities or damage after a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck 34km off Taiwan's eastern city of Hualien.
Another blow for Panthers as Mitch Kenny faces ban
Penrith look set to make two changes to their spine for the clash against Canberra after Mitch Kenny received a one-match ban after the loss to Melbourne.
Liberal train wreck just the ticket for minor parties
The NSW Liberal Party has wrapped up a calamitous week by appointing a new state director after the predecessor was sacked for not submitting nomination forms.
Melbourne consider mass resting late in NRL season
Storm coach Craig Bellamy has confirmed he wants to manage his players' workloads in the final rounds, in a move that may affect the bottom of the top eight.
Nathan Cleary set to return from injury for NRL finals
NRL heavyweights Penrith have shared a positive update on Nathan Cleary's fitness after the halfback went down with a shoulder injury against Melbourne.
Panthers ‘concerned’ as Cleary injured in loss to Storm
Penrith's hopes of a fourth consecutive NRL premiership have taken a hit with Nathan Cleary injured in a 24-22 loss to fellow heavyweights Melbourne.
Kevin Sheedy to step down from Essendon board
AFL legend Kevin Sheedy will step down from Essendon's board in September, saying he feels the club is in safe hands now.
Freo roll dice on debutant ruck, Warner out for Swans
Fremantle have handed Liam Reidy an AFL debut for Saturday's clash with GWS, while Sydney star Chad Warner will miss Friday night's encounter with Essendon.
Aussie McDade capitalises on late PNG Open call up
PNG PM James Marape's late withdrawal opened the door for Australia's Connor McDade to play the PNG Open and he made the most of his chance on day one.
Mitchell hit with breach notice over viral photo
The NRL has hit Latrell Mitchell with a breach notice after an image showed him in a room with white powder.
Ryles’ first signing move at Eels, extends Simonsson
Parramatta winger Bailey Simonsson has become the first player to re-sign for the NRL club since Jason Ryles' arrival as coach for 2025.
Raygun says hate ‘devastating’ as AOC condemns petition
Rachael Gunn calls for end to harassment as Australian Olympic Committee defends breakdancer against petition claiming she manipulated Olympic qualifying.
‘Blindsided’ Ninnis ready for legal stoush with 36ers
Scott Ninnis says he expects the Adelaide 36ers to honour his two-year contract after he was sacked as coach just weeks out from the new NBL season.
‘He’s ready’: Wallabies throw Jorgensen in against Boks
The Wallabies are aiming to make up for last week's 33-7 loss to South Africa in Brisbane when they take on the world champions in Perth on Saturday night.
Broncos star Walsh requires surgery on broken hand
Brisbane have been dealt a major blow to their hopes of making an unlikely finals charge, with star fullback Reece Walsh to undergo surgery on a broken hand.
Flights guaranteed for regional Rex Airlines customers
The federal government has guaranteed bookings on Rex Airlines as it goes through the administration process, as sacked workers call for their entitlements.
Husband charged over alleged 1998 fake robbery murder
More than a quarter-century after the death of a 53-year-old woman, police have charged her husband with murder and say he faked a break-in to cover his tracks.
Maiden captain among first women in NRL’s Hall of Fame
The NRL has recognised the finest female players of the pre semi-professional era, elevating its first six women into the Hall of Fame.
Fit-again De Minaur set for return at the US Open
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur has confirmed his US Open participation, declaring himself fit again after being sidelined for a month with a hip injury.