Boomers into the Paris Olympics after NZ World Cup exit
Australia have qualified for the Paris Olympics after New Zealand lost to Greece at the World Cup.
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Aussie Groves sprints to second straight Vuelta victory
Sprint star Kaden Groves has won a second straight stage at the Vuelta a Espana on a landmark day for Australian cycling.
Butters, Bontempelli honoured with major AFL awards
Port Adelaide young gun Zac Butters and Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli have been honoured at the AFL awards night.
Boost for Panthers as Dylan Edwards signs until 2028
Penrith have signed superstar fullback Dylan Edwards for another four years in a major boost for the back-to-back NRL champions.
Gabon military officers seize power after election
"We have decided to defend the peace by putting an end to the current regime," a group of Gabonese military officers have reportedly said after seizing power.
Ex-Canberra skipper Hodgson retires from NRL
Former Canberra hooker Josh Hodgson has hung up his boots after battling a troublesome neck injury.
Three-time Melbourne Cup winner Damien Oliver to retire
Three-time Melbourne Cup winner Damien Oliver will retire at the end of the year, bringing an end to a dazzling career.
Gould defends Ciraldo’s approach amid Bulldogs unrest
Coach Cameron Ciraldo has defended his tough stance on lifting Canterbury's standards after a player was required to wrestle teammates for being late.
Flight Centre profit takes off as prices lose altitude
Alongside its first positive earnings result since 2019, Flight Centre predicted airfares to moderate and urged the government to allow greater competition.
De Minaur joins O’Connell in US Open second round
World No.13 Alex de Minaur and Chris O'Connell have given Australia two winners from eight on day two of the US Open in New York.
Welcome progress on inflation as rate hikes take effect
Cooler than expected inflation might have lowered the odds of an RBA rate hike, but an economist warns the price of one major item could soon rise.
‘Protecting interests’: child abuse inaction condemned
Tasmania's institutions failed to recognise child sexual abuse, manage risks and investigate complaints, inquiry commissioners say after weeks of testimony.
Australians to vote in voice referendum on October 14
Australians will vote in a referendum on October 14 on whether to enshrine an Indigenous voice in the country's constitution.
Groves wins Vuelta stage four in sprint finish
Australian cyclist Kaden Groves has won a stage victory the Vuelta a Espana for the second year in a row.
Cooks stars as Boomers beat Japan for crucial Cup win
Australia's pursuit of men's basketball World Cup gold remains alive with Xavier Cooks dominating in the Boomers' 109-89 defeat of Japan.
Wanderers, Knights, Lions advance to Aust Cup quarters
Western Sydney Wanderers, the Melbourne Knights and MetroStars SC have all qualified for the quarter-finals of the Australia Cup.
JWH gets seven-game ban, Horsburgh to miss four matches
Corey Horsburgh and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves have failed to get their bans reduced at the NRL judiciary.
Climate change complicates RBA’s job, new governor says
The incoming head of Australia's central bank says climate change presents an acute source of uncertainty for managing the economy and setting interest rates.
Penrith name stars for NRL minor premiership battle
Penrith have opted against mass resting of players against North Queensland, while NRL minor premiership rivals Brisbane will be without a host of stars.
NRL okay with home final at Shark Park
Cronulla would be permitted to host a home NRL final at Shark Park, even if they are drawn against another Sydney team.
Mitchell retirement concern if hate continues: Cook
Teammate Damien Cook has questioned whether persistent personal attacks could eventually drive South Sydney superstar Latrell Mitchell to retire from the NRL.
Walker denies wielding too much power at Souths
As South Sydney's NRL season hangs in the balance, Cody Walker has denied he and Latrell Mitchell are put on a pedestal by coach Jason Demetriou.
Raiders blow as Papali’i ruled out for rest of season
Canberra star Josh Papali'i won't play again this NRL season after being sent for surgery on a torn bicep tendon.
Outgoing ACT prosecutor sues over Lehrmann inquiry
Shane Drumgold, the ACT's outgoing director of public prosecutions, has launched legal action in the Supreme Court over the Bruce Lehrmann inquiry.
Sharpe, Badger become NRL’s first solo women referees
Belinda Sharpe and Kasey Badger have been appointed to referee NRL matches this weekend, making them the first women to do so under the one-referee system.
Smith to return to chase Australian Open golf title
Australia's top-ranked golfer Cameron Smith will return home to try to win an elusive Australian Open title and also defend his PGA Championship crown.
Tomljanovic, Saville, Hijikata win US Open openers
Australian tennis stars Ajla Tomljanovic and Daria Saville have set up marquee second-round showdowns at the US Open in New York.
Bodies of three US marines arrive in Darwin
The remains of three US marines killed in a military aircraft crash on a Northern Territory island have arrived in Darwin.
US judge rules Trump election trial to start on March 4
Donald Trump is due in a Georgia court on September 6 to enter a plea in one case as a federal judge says his election trial will start in March 2024.
Simpson stays on as Eagles coach despite wooden spoon
West Coast have declared they will stand by coach Adam Simpson despite a 2023 AFL premiership campaign that resulted in the Eagles finishing last on the ladder.
Max Gawn misses extended All-Australian squad
Melbourne ruckman Max Gawn, GWS defender Sam Taylor and Richmond midfielder Tim Taranto were among notable absentees from the extended All-Australian squad.