‘Best mum in the world’: town stops to farewell Molly
Molly Ticehurst has been remembered as a loving mother and a dedicated childcare worker at a moving funeral 10 days after her alleged domestic violence murder.
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Mariners clinch ALM premiership with win over Adelaide
Jacob Farrell and Max Balard have scored in a 2-0 win over Adelaide to secure a first A-League Men premiership for the Central Coast Mariners in 12 years.
Boost for South Sydney as Penrith pull Nathan Cleary
Nathan Cleary has been pulled out of Penrith's NRL clash against South Sydney, after feeling some tightness on his return from injury against North Queensland.
Tigers confident as wounded Koroisau sits out training
An injured Apisai Koroisau has missed training with Wests Tigers, but the club remain confident the star hooker will recover in time to face Canterbury.
Need for flexibility costs Fraser-McGurk World Cup spot
A desire for flexibility in Australia's T20 World Cup squad meant a place could not be found for IPL sensation Jake Fraser-McGurk, selector George Bailey says.
Port skipper Rozee certain starter in Showdown: Hinkley
Port Adelaide captain Connor Rozee is a certain starter against Adelaide, with the Crows making three changes for the AFL Showdown.
Magpies star De Goey sidelined with groin issues
Premiership heroes Jordan De Goey and Tom Mitchell have been ruled out of Collingwood's MCG blockbuster against Carlton.
NRL player’s lawyer predicts more civil suits
Former Manly prop Lloyd Perrett has threatened to take legal action against the NRL club, after he was hospitalised following a training session in late 2017.
No punishment for hotel quarantine deaths as trial axed
No one will be held criminally accountable for Victoria's fatal COVID-19 hotel quarantine system after charges against the health department were dropped.
Fake patients in waiting room, ambulance for ruse
Patient safety could have been compromised when hospital workers posed as patients in a waiting room and ambulance during a ministerial visit, a probe found.
‘Take responsibility’: PM’s $1b domestic violence fund
National cabinet has agreed to a $925 million fund that will provide $5000 to women escaping domestic violence, as part of a suite of reforms.
‘Top of the list’: Bennett keen to hear from Souths
South Sydney have identified Wayne Bennett as their dream coach for 2025, with the veteran mentor keen to consider a future with his former club.
AFL Tribunal upholds Jack Higgins’ three-match ban
St Kilda forward Jack Higgins will miss games against North Melbourne, Hawthorn and Fremantle after failing to reduce his three-match ban at the AFL Tribunal.
Kid-in-a-candy-store Cherry-Evans avoids maiden NRL ban
Daly Cherry-Evans has walked away from the first judiciary hearing of his 14-year NRL career with a $750 fine, after avoiding a ban for a dangerous throw.
Raiders swing the axe after thrashing from Sharks
Canberra will field a new-look side to face Manly as they look to bounce back from their 40-point thrashing at the hands of Cronulla in round eight.
‘Bitter-sweet’: record scorer Maclaren to quit City
The A-League Men all-time record goalscorer Jamie Maclaren has announced he will leave Melbourne City at the end of the season.
Giddey heats up late as OKC win again, sweep Pelicans
Josh Giddey has hit three final-quarter triples as the Thunder ran down hosts New Orleans to complete a first-round NBA playoff sweep.
Hearing date for judge accused of assault, intimidation
A Tasmanian judge accused of emotional abuse or intimidation, as well as assault, is set to face a court hearing of more than a week.
Gutherson knee injury adds to Eels’ woes
Parramatta skipper Clint Gutherson has been sidelined with a knee injury as the Eels fight to keep pace with their NRL rivals.
Ciraldo defends Bulldogs welfare, character of trainer
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has defended the way his club and staff care for players, after former back-rower Jackson Topine launched legal action.
Skipping Origin not an option for Blues’ Tom Trbojevic
Manly star Tom Trbojevic has rejected any suggestion he should skip State of Origin to protect his body, adamant he has never once considered sitting out.
Geria ban reduced in Victory boost for ALM finals
Melbourne Victory's veteran defender Jason Geria will play in the A-League Men elimination final after having his suspension reduced on appeal.
Souths fire JD after ‘less-than-satisfactory’ 12 months
Embattled coach Jason Demetriou has been sacked following two board meetings at South Sydney headquarters and a dismal 12 months of results.
Retailers feel pinch as shoppers stay home, spend less
The high cost of essentials such as health, education and housing are squeezing household budgets and leading to weak discretionary spending.
Ilias to market, skipping Origin not easy for Latrell
South Sydney halfback Lachlan Ilias has been told he can look elsewhere, while any Latrell Mitchell plans to skip State of Origin could be blocked by the NRL.
Premier could offer apology for Aboriginal injustices
Premier Jacinta Allan is prepared to formally apologise for injustices perpetrated against Aboriginal people following Victoria's truth-telling inquiry.
Petracca expects another tag in big AFL clash with Cats
After wearing tags in his last two games, Melbourne star Christian Petracca is predicting more of the same in round eight's blockbuster against Geelong.
‘Best years of my life’: Keary adds to Roosters exodus
The 2024 season will be Luke Keary's last in the NRL, making the Sydney Roosters playmaker the fourth high-profile star to leave the club at year's end.
‘Risk is too great’: Crows’ Sloane calls time on career
The risk of further eye problems has brought about Rory Sloane's immediate retirement, with the Adelaide stalwart calling time on his 255-game AFL career.
DCE ‘deserves leniency’: Manly players call for change
Teammates are struggling to understand why Daly Cherry-Evans didn't receive a discount for his 14-year clean record, as Manly's skipper fights to avoid a ban.
Keary to announce looming retirement from NRL
Sydney Roosters playmaker Luke Keary is set to make 2024 his last season in the NRL, after deciding to call time on his career at the end of the campaign.