Early alarm bells as GWS Giants beat Hardwick’s Suns
The GWS Giants have warmed up for the AFL season with a comfortable win against the Gold Coast Suns, who struggled to compete at times at Manuka Oval.
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Family’s anguish after killer given 36-year jail term
The family of Celeste Manno have broken down outside the Victorian Supreme Court after her killer was not given a sentence of life in jail.
Teen who shot at his school gets three years detention
A 15-year-old boy who fired shots at his school, terrifying staff and students, has been sentenced to three years in detention but may be released sooner.
WA lock in golden coach Adam Voges for two more years
Western Australia and Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges says he remains hungry for more success after re-signing to lead the teams for an additional two years.
Trump is disqualified from Illinois ballot, judge rules
An Illinois judge has removed former US president Donald Trump from the state's presidential primary ballot.
Retail sales rebound but spending appetite is weak
The consumer sector is clearly in pain and prioritising discounted goods, making it a difficult time to be a discretionary retailer.
Police failures blight ‘troubling’ missing teacher case
Marion Barter's disappearance nearly three decades ago has been referred to unsolved homicide detectives after crucial evidence was lost due to police inaction.
New Dragons recruit Leilua hit with NRL breach notice
Luciano Leilua has been handed a breach notice by the NRL, which could lead to him missing the start of St George Illawarra's 2024 season.
First person jailed under foreign interference laws
A former Liberal Party candidate will be jailed for at least a year after becoming the first person in Australia found guilty under foreign interference laws.
Powell-Pepper ban sets harsher penalty precedent: Port
Coach Ken Hinkley says the four-game ban for Port Adelaide's Sam Powell-Pepper sets a clear precedent of harsher penalties for concussion incidents in the AFL.
US Supreme Court to decide Trump 2020 election case
The US Supreme Court will in April decide whether former president Donald Trump can be prosecuted on charges that he interfered with the 2020 US election.
Adelaide coach Nicks says contract talks won’t distract
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says his negotiations for a contract extension won't drag through the entire AFL season.
Green ton rallies Australia in cagey first Test with NZ
Cameron Green and Australia's middle order have come to the rescue against New Zealand in the first Test at Wellington's Basin Reserve, ending day one at 9-279.
Trump loses bid to pause $US454m judgment in fraud case
A judge has rejected Donald Trump's request to pause $US454 million civil fraud penalty.
‘We will not yield’: Philippines leader urges support
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has given an address to federal parliament, warning of growing tensions in the Indo-Pacific.
Multiple Mardi Gras tributes expected for slain couple
Flight attendant Luke Davies and former Network 10 presenter Jesse Baird, allegedly murdered by a police officer, will be honoured at the Mardi Gras festival.
Spy ring that recruited former politician uncovered
A spy ring specifically targeted politicians, academics and students while others had tried to hurt dissidents in Australia, the nation's top spy has revealed.
Magnay spearheads JackJumpers to NBL finals win
The Tasmania JackJumpers have progressed to the next stage of the NBL finals with a physical 16-point win over the Illawarra Hawks.
Matildas crush Uzbekistan to cruise into Olympics
The Matildas have crushed Uzbekistan 10-0 in Melbourne to win their Olympic qualifying tie 13-0 on aggregate and seal their ticket to the Paris Olympic Games.
Demons guns fire against Carlton as Oliver steps up
Melbourne have tuned up for their AFL season opener with a 38-point thrashing of Carlton in a practice match and are buoyed by Clayton Oliver's reserves form.
First homebuyer shared equity scheme clears lower house
A shared equity scheme allowing first homebuyers to buy a property with a two per cent deposit has passed the House of Representatives.
Police set to march out of uniform at Mardi Gras parade
NSW Police have reached an agreement with Mardi Gras parade organisers to march after being uninvited following the alleged murders of two men.
‘Scapegoat’ Powell-Pepper suspended for four AFL games
Port Adelaide forward Sam Powell-Pepper has received a four-game AFL suspension for a high bump on Adelaide defender Mark Keane.
Biden wins Michigan primary but faces Gaza protest vote
Joe Biden and Donald Trump have easily won their parties' Michigan primaries but the Democratic president has been hit with a protest vote over the war in Gaza.
Defence holding fire on more aid for Ukraine
Ukraine's top diplomat in Australia has called on the nation to help end the "meat grinder" war besieging his country by donating more military equipment.
Australia look to rebound in rare trans-Tasman Test
Steve Smith will continue as Australia opener in the first Test in Wellington, with Pat Cummins also confirming the same XI from the West Indies series.
Resilient travel demand propels Flight Centre earnings
Australians' insatiable appetite for travel amid falling discretionary spending has helped Flight Centre to a solid sales lift in the first half of 2023/24.
Penrith’s Mitch Kenny to cop ban over social media post
Penrith will be without first-choice hooker Mitch Kenny for the first game of the 2024 season after he received a ban for a controversial social media post.
Daicos, De Goey fire in Magpies’ AFL practice match
Collingwood shrugged off some first-quarter rust to overcome Richmond by 30 points in their final practice match before starting their premiership defence.
Aussies to keep more of what they earn as tax cuts pass
Low and middle income earners are guaranteed bigger tax cuts after changes championed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese cleared federal parliament.
Chooks axe Crichton, Souths blood 28yo rookie in Vegas
Angus Crichton has been dropped by the Sydney Roosters after a summer plagued by speculation over his long-term future at the club.