New head for prime minister’s department
Professor Glyn Davis has been appointed to lead the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, replacing Phil Gaetjens.
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Shanks’ husband linked to Mexican cartels
A Mexican state's attorney-general has linked the disappearance of Australian mother Tahnee Shanks to drug cartels in Cancun.
Wighton gets centre-stage Origin reprieve
Jack Wighton is confident he is ready to perform at centre in State of Origin after Brad Fittler's shock call to start him in Game I.
Bodies found at Nepal plane crash site
The wreckage of a missing plane has been found in Nepal's Himalayas, a day after it went missing with 22 people on board, along with several bodies.
Aussie Hindley roars to verge of Giro win
Jai Hindley is on the verge of a magnificent Giro d'Italia triumph after taking control of the race by one minute 25 seconds going into the final time trial.
Tupou in surprise State of Origin recall
Four potential State of Origin debutants have been picked in a NSW squad that includes the shock selection of Daniel Tupou at the expense of Josh Addo-Carr.
Real Madrid undisputed kings of Europe
Real Madrid have become European champions for a record-extending 14th time after beating Liverpool 1-0 in the Champions League final.
Giants’ Bobby Hill diagnosed with cancer
AFL club GWS are providing their full support to forward Bobby Hill, who has been diagnosed with testicular cancer.
Magpies snatch win over AFL foes Carlton
Jack Silvagni's late snap shot floated agonisingly wide for Carlton as AFL rivals Collingwood hung on for a thrilling four-point victory.
Dogs loss extends Addo-Carr’s day of woe
Josh Addo-Carr had an afternoon to forget as Canterbury fell to a 34-24 defeat at the hands of St George Illawarra.
Vixens cement top spot in Super Netball
The Melbourne Vixens are on the brink of claiming the Super Netball minor premiership after a hard-fought 64-60 win over Sunshine Coast Lightning.
Parramatta edge Canberra in NRL thriller
Parramatta have produced a strong second-half defensive display to beat Canberra 28-20 in their NRL clash at GIO Stadium.
Giants go to third on Super Netball table
The Giants have moved to third spot on the Super Netball ladder after taking care of business against Adelaide Thunderbirds in a 59-50 win.
Hindley becomes first Aussie to win Giro
Perth cyclist Jai Hindley has become Australia's first winner of the Giro d'Italia, one of cycling's greatest races, after the final time trial in Verona.
Labor set to form majority government
Labor is on track to win the Melbourne seat of Macnamara, giving them the 76 needed to govern in their own right.
Dutton to return to ‘true Liberal values’
A one-time police officer, Queenslander Peter Dutton is the new leader of the federal parliamentary wing of the Liberal Party.
Cricketers brace for busiest summer
Australia's men will play at least 27 fixtures in their busiest ever home cricket summer, with white-ball matches to begin in August and Tests in November.
Littleproud pledges to evolve with regions
David Littleproud has become the new leader of the National Party, saying the party needs to change along with its constituents.
Surging Fremantle end Demons’ AFL streak
Melbourne's 17-game AFL winning streak has come to an end in stunning fashion with Fremantle piling on the last 10 goals to score a 38-point victory at the MCG.
Johnston breaks Souths’ try-scoring record
Alex Johnston has gone to the top of South Sydney's all-time try-scoring charts, claiming a hat-trick in the NRL club's 44-18 win over Wests Tigers.
Western Utd stun City for first ALM title
Western United have won their first A-League Men championship by stunning Melbourne City 2-0 in the grand final, completing John Aloisi's redemption arc.
Tedesco stars in Roosters win over Sharks
James Tedesco has led from the front to spearhead the Sydney Roosters to a 36-16 NRL win over Cronulla after the Sharks staged a second-half fightback.
In-form Suns give Hawks Darwin thrashing
Gold Coast have won their third match in four outings to move within a game of the AFL top eight, smashing Hawthorn by 67 points in Darwin.
Penrith halt Cowboys’ run in big NRL win
NRL competition leaders Penrith have easily accounted for North Queensland 22-0 in a clinical display in front of their home fans.
Saville beaten, Aussie French hopes over
Daria Saville has found an old friend Martina Trevisan too hot to handle as Australia's last singles hope at the French Open bowed out at Roland Garros.
PM to ‘keep it real’ as he eyes majority
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the election has been an "outstanding result" for Labor as his party remains on the cusp of securing majority government.
Penrith set for another record in NSW side
Penrith could have at least six players named in NSW's side for State of Origin I after star five-eighth Jarome Luai avoided a ban for a high tackle.
Taggart back to fire Socceroos towards WC
Returning striker Adam Taggart is one of nine changes to Graham Arnold's squad as the Socceroos prepare for crucial World Cup play-off matches.
Rod Pampling three off Senior PGA lead
Australia's Rod Pampling is three shots off the pace midway through the Senior PGA Championship at Benton Harbour.
Cats pull clear for AFL win over Crows
Jeremy Cameron provided some clips for the highlights reel as he kicked four goals in Geelong's 42-point AFL win over Adelaide.
Swans star Franklin offered one-game ban
Sydney superstar Lance Franklin has been ruled out of the Swans' AFL clash with Melbourne after being handed a one-game ban for striking Trent Cotchin.