Melbourne thrash poor Knights outfit in Fiji NRL trial
The Melbourne Storm have tuned up for the start of the NRL season with a 28-10 win against Newcastle in Fiji on Saturday afternoon.
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Feeney’s not tyred on his way to un-wheel Bathurst win
Broc Feeney has kicked off the Supercars season with a win as Will Brown followed him across the line for a one-two finish for Triple Eight at the Bathurst 500.
Show of solidarity for Ukraine at war’s two year mark
After two years of defiance since Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine is desperately appealing for more aid to sustain the fight.
Gaza ceasefire talks under way in Paris
Hamas says it is waiting to see what truce proposals mediators bring back from upcoming talks with Israeli officials.
Burton on report as Dogs lose to Sharks in NRL trial
Matt Burton has been placed on report for a high tackle as Canterbury went down 12-6 to Cronulla in a error-ridden pre-season fixture at Belmore.
Israel’s Netanyahu presents a post-war Gaza plan
Israel's leader Benjamin Netanyahu has put forward a plan for Gaza when the war is over, that offers little concession to Palestinian aims.
Port’s Powell-Pepper in trouble for high bump on Crow
Port Adelaide's Sam Powell-Pepper will attract AFL match review scrutiny for a high bump which concussed Adelaide's Mark Keane in a match simulation fixture.
Cowboys release Leilua to complete Dragons return
North Queensland Cowboys outcast Luciano Leilua has completed a switch to the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Man involved in Old Parliament House fire avoids prison
Bruce Shillingsworth Jr has been given an 18-month suspended prison sentence for his role in a fire at Old Parliament House that caused $5.2 million in damages.
Hazlewood, Zampa pin NZ as Aussies claim T20 series
Australia have won their three-match T20 series in New Zealand, holding the Black Caps to 102 at Eden Park for a 72-run victory in game two.
‘Concerning’ NT land council referred to integrity body
The federal government is set to investigate allegations of misconduct at the Anindilyakwa Land Council after a damning audit.
Students to get greater rights over uni sexual assaults
An independent student ombudsman will oversee the handling of sexual assault and harassment complaints cases at universities in a bid to bolster safety.
Emotional Erebus boss breaks silence over Kostecki row
Erebus Motorsport chief Barry Ryan has shed tears after breaking his silence about the ongoing contract row with Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki.
Waratahs star Foketi cleared of major spinal damage
A CT scan has cleared Wallabies centre Lalakai Foketi of major spinal damage after the 29-year-old suffered a neck injury at the NSW Waratahs' training.
Samantha Murphy unlikely to be found alive, police
Ballarat mother of three Samantha Murphy, who has been missing for three weeks is unlikely to be found alive, police say.
Prison terms for bosses, $33m fines over waste cartel
Two top waste firms and their former bosses have been punished for taking part in the "most egregious form of anti-competitive behaviour".
Cop charged with murder after disappearance of lovers
Police are searching for the bodies of two men who were allegedly murdered by a serving officer, who dated one of the couple.
Haynes, Copeland named GMs of Sixers and Thunder
Cricket NSW has appointed Rachael Haynes and Trent Copeland general managers of its BBL sides the Sixers and Thunder, respectively.
North Melbourne sack Thomas after 18-game ban from AFL
Tarryn Thomas has been sacked by North Melbourne after being banned by the AFL for 18 games for threatening a woman and other misconduct.
Fiji, Samoa and Tonga all options for future NSW Cup
NSW Rugby League CEO David Trodden has outlined long-term plans to one day having teams from Fiji, Samoa and Tonga all playing in the NSW Cup.
Crichton replaces Mahoney, Burton as Bulldogs captain
Reed Mahoney and Matt Burton have been replaced by Stephen Crichton as Canterbury captain ahead of the 2024 NRL season.
Waratahs star Foketi in hospital with neck injury
Wallabies star Lalakai Foketi is in hospital with a neck injury after going down during NSW Waratahs training two days before the side's Super Rugby opener.
Retired Dee Brayshaw urges AFL to do more on concussion
Melbourne AFL premiership player Angus Brayshaw has been forced into premature retirement because of concussion.
Iron ore strength bankrolls emission-busting Fortescue
High prices and loyal Chinese demand for Fortescue Group's iron ore has delivered a stellar profit and cash pile to bankroll ambitious emission-busting plans.
Aussies Picklum and Robinson clinch Sunset surf titles
Molly Picklum has defended her Sunset Beach crown, going to the top of the World Surf League rankings, while fellow Aussie Jack Robinson won the men's event.
Sharks keep Hamlin-Uele in crucial NRL re-signing
Braden Hamlin-Uele toyed with the idea of leaving Cronulla but has opted against a return to New Zealand and signed a two-year NRL deal with the Sharks.
David, Marsh seal heroic Australia win over Black Caps
Australia have reeled in NZ with their third-biggest T20 chase, with Tim David plundering a last-ball four to seal victory after great work from Mitch Marsh.
Rodda’s Force comeback on ice after training mishap
Western Force captain Jeremy Williams has been ruled out of Super Rugby Pacific's round one due to concussion and Izack Rodda could join him on the sidelines.
NRL eye tax-free status for players with PNG-based team
Peter V'landys' preference is now for a mooted PNG NRL team to be based in the country, and will push for a tax-free status to encourage players to join.
Stacey Jones pips Wayne Bennett to land Kiwis job
Stacey Jones has seen off stiff competition from Dolphins mentor Wayne Bennett to be named the new coach of New Zealand's national rugby league team.
Snowtown accomplice Mark Haydon set for prison release
A man who helped carry out the infamous Snowtown murders is set to be released from prison, after more than two decades behind bars.