Biggest cyclone ‘in living memory’ set to impact coast
Tropical Cyclone Narelle is barrelling toward northern Australia and could impact the coast as a category five system, inflicting winds up to more than 250km/h.
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‘Ticks all the boxes’: why Irvine should be an Immortal
A rugby league great is urging the sport's officials to reconsider try-scoring legend Ken Irvine's case to become the game's 15th Immortal.
Hipkins ex’s allegations threaten NZ Labour’s campaign
New Zealand Labour has been rocked by allegations made by leader Chris Hipkins' ex-wife, prompting a debate around whether MPs are entitled to a private life.
‘False sense of security’: Hawthorn coach warns players
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is warning his players about any false sense of security of meeting an injury-hit Sydney at the MCG.
We before me: Dogs coach says ball is in Xerri’s court
Cameron Ciraldo says he did not like Bronson Xerri's reaction to being dropped from first grade, and it's on the centre now to get his second response right.
Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike
The latest escalation in the Iran war heightens the disruption of global energy supplies that has raised the political stakes for US President Donald Trump.
‘Something’s coming:’ worst cyclone in a century looms
A remote community is bracing for the biggest cyclone to hit the region in more than a century, seven years after a category four storm devastated the town.
Spike in jobless rate unlikely to end RBA hiking cycle
A rise in unemployment and a surge in hiring point to conflicting impulses in Australia's labour market, but conditions remain relatively tight.
‘Over-prepared’: PM’s pledge on growing fuel crisis
Australia will have a single point of contact co-ordinating fuel supplies and issues that might arise due to the Iran war, with further measures expected.
Gunston, Newcombe lift Hawks past Swans
Hawthorn have clawed back from a 20-point deficit to overrun Sydney in a hard-fought victory, with evergreen veteran Jack Gunston kicking four goals.
Dragons rising star cleared of major neck injury
Scans have cleared a rising St George Illawarra player of a major neck injury after he was rushed to hospital following a training incident in Wollongong.
‘Surplus to requirements’: ex-top spy quits Bondi probe
Former ASIO boss Dennis Richardson has revealed the trigger for his sudden resignation from the anti-Semitism royal commission, weeks before a report is due.
Evergreen Aussie hits jackpot in The Hundred auction
Beth Mooney has proved the joint biggest-money buy in the auction for English cricket's The Hundred white-ball tournament, scooping a $A395,000 deal.
Canberra injury woes worsen ahead of Warriors clash
Ricky Stuart is imploring his senior players to step up against the Warriors as another forward has been ruled out for a significant chunk of time.
Injury hits Hewett as Eagles unleash four AFL debutants
West Coast could be in for some big pain in their season opener against premiership fancies Gold Coast, with at least a dozen players unavailable for the match.
Cult hero back for Lions, Cats regain star duo
Brisbane's Lincoln McCarthy will play his first AFL game in almost two years while Geelong have been bolstered by the return of two premiership stars.
‘A bit more contact’: Suaalii fill-in embraces new role
Triston Reilly is undaunted by the challenge of replacing the Wallabies' $5 million man in the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific derby against the Reds.
E-bike accident rules Rooster out of NRL grudge match
Concussion suffered in an e-bike accident has forced a Sydney Roosters player out of their NRL grudge match with South Sydney.
Matildas star duo ruled out of Asian Cup quarter-final
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has joked he may have to play Sam Kerr in defence after Steph Catley was ruled out of Friday's quarter-final against North Korea.
Aussie trio bust through to WSL top tour ahead of Bells
A top-five finalist in his only year on the WSL's top tour, Morgan Cibilic has finally sealed a return - alongside two other Aussies - after years of trying.
‘Hanging on’: Blues withstand Tigers’ late surge
Going in under an intense blowtorch, Carlton had plenty of nervous moments against old rivals Richmond before hanging on for their first win of the AFL season.
Pink Australian flag for Peppa Pig-inspired para-skier
Inspired by iconic British cartoon character Peppa Pig, Australia's youngest female winter Paralympian has backed herself as one to watch at future Games.
Explosions in Tehran as Israel launches wave of strikes
Intense air strikes have landed around Iran's capital after
‘Broken and unfair’: states urge change to GST carve-up
The cost to Australian taxpayers of a contentious GST carve-up will rise by another $6.6 billion in 2026/27, sparking fresh anger from critics of the deal.
World Cup rewards on offer for Matildas in Asian Cup
The Matildas will start as warm favourites for Friday night's Asian Cup quarter-final against North Korea, but Sam Kerr is wary of the tournament dark horse.
Unsung local and drawcard stake claims at Aussie Open
An Australian star and an unheralded compatriot are just one shot behind the leader at the midpoint of the Women's Australian Open in Adelaide.
Hungry Giants ready to keep proving doubters wrong
Fresh off an opening-round victory, GWS defender Lachie Whitfield is excited by what the Giants can do after being "written off" early by critics.
Qantas customers claim $105m compo over COVID credits
A $105 million pot could be shared among hundreds of thousands of Qantas customers after the carrier settled a class action over COVID-19 flight credits.
‘Something new’: Super Netball readies for a shake-up
This year's Commonwealth Games are looming large over the Super Netball season, which tips off on Saturday.
Gutsy Gibson pushes seeded Czech star to the limit
Rising Aussie tennis star Talia Gibson has gone down swinging after a breakthrough week in California and is set to be rewarded with a rankings surge.
Tigers reward Doueihi ahead of major positional switch
Adam Doueihi is set to complete a decade of service at Wests Tigers after penning a contract extension with the NRL club.