Qld urged to prepare for third virus wave
Queensland authorities are urging people to prepare for a third COVID-19 wave saying "it's very likely that either you or someone you know" will be infected.
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Warriors land CNK as Walsh released
Canberra's Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad has joined the Warriors on a three-year deal after they confirmed they would release Reece Walsh to return to Queensland.
Dees face AFL audit in Cats clash
Melbourne's level of recovery from a mid-season AFL form slump will be put to the test against Geelong at GMHBA Stadium.
Ex-AG Porter in new ABC defamation case
Former attorney-general Christian Porter is involved in another ABC defamation case, this time representing underworld figure Mick Gatto in a High Court appeal.
NSW warned third COVID-19 peak on its way
NSW Health expects COVID-19 cases will peak in late July and early August at levels similar to January, when Omicron cases were surging.
Alleged people smuggler refused bail
A man charged with bringing groups of non-citizens into Australia over his alleged involvement in the 2001 people smuggling operation has been refused bail.
Kyrgios faces assault allegation in court
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has been summonsed to face court on an assault allegation as he seeks success at Wimbledon.
Kyrgios’s Wimbledon campaign takes a twist
Nick Kyrgios will play his Wimbledon quarter-final against Chile's Cristian Garin with a looming court appearance in Canberra hanging over his head.
UK PM on the brink as ministers quit
Two senior British cabinet ministers have resigned within minutes of each other, potentially spelling the end of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's leadership.
NSW flood and storm risk shifts north
Some 85,000 people face evacuation as major flooding begins in the Hunter region and the weather system drenching the state heads north.
Big four banks pass on full rate rise
All four of Australia's largest lenders have increased variable home loan rates by 0.5 per cent following the RBA's decision to lift interest rates further.
Russian offensive in Ukraine’s Donetsk
A day after trumpeting the fall of Luhansk, Russia has shifted attention to Donetsk in its bid to wrest control of the entire Donbas region in Ukraine's east.
Richmond’s Vlastuin faces ban for punch
Richmond's Nick Vlastuin has been offered a one-match ban for striking Connor West during his side's AFL win over West Coast.
WA urged to ban all gay conversion therapy
Western Australia's government is being urged to ban the practice of gay conversion therapy in religious and non-healthcare settings.
Magic Monday for Kyrgios and Tomljanovic
Nick Kyrgios and Ajla Tomljanovic have kept the Australian flag flying at Wimbledon, reaching the quarter-finals but Alex de Minaur and Jason Kubler both lost.
Kyrgios all heart in Wimbledon title hunt
Nick Kyrgios has shown real spirit and mellow maturity - while on his best behaviour - to make his first grand slam quarter-final for seven years at Wimbledon.
Tomljanovic marches on at Wimbledon
Ajla Tomljanovic has moved into the quarter-finals at Wimbledon for the second successive year with a gutsy win over giant-killer Alize Cornet.
Russia shells Ukraine’s Donetsk
Ukraine is taking up new defensive positions in Donetsk, where they still control major cities, while Russia's president praises his troops' success in Luhansk.
Weather wait for stricken ship return
The Portland Bay bulk carrier is undergoing repairs after losing power in heavy seas, as authorities wait for improved weather to return the vessel to shore.
Suspect caught in fatal US July 4 shooting
US police have arrested a person of interest after a gunman opened fire on a July 4 parade in Chicago, killing six people and injuring more than 36.
AFL won’t commit to AFLW season extension
Players are eager to see a full-length AFLW fixture but AFL officials are taking a cautious approach to extending the women's season.
Putin declares victory in Ukraine region
Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared victory in the Ukrainian region of Luhansk, after Ukrainian forces retreated from the city of Lysychansk.
Cash pays out on Kyrgios accusing tennis ace of abuse and cheating
Pat Cash has led the scathing attacks on the behaviour of Nick Kyrgios at Wimbledon, saying his fellow Aussie is dragging the game down to new depths.
Charges over fatal COVID aged care cluster
WorkSafe Victoria has charged St Basil's Homes for the Aged with nine breaches of occupational health and safety law over its COVID-19 management.
Pie Darcy Moore receives good news on knee
Collingwood defender Darcy Moore has avoided a dreaded ACL tear, but it remains to be seen how long he will be sidelined for.
Haas out of Origin as Blues bank on McLean
Payne Haas won't play for NSW in State of Origin III with Jordan McLean named to replace him in the series decider at Suncorp Stadium.
Thousands evacuate as Sydney rivers rise
More ADF troops are on the way and the SES is anticipating another busy night, as western Sydney's Hawkesbury-Nepean region is once again inundated by floods.
PM pledges more Ukraine aid during visit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced more sanctions on Russia and military aid for Ukraine during a high security visit to the war-torn country.
Albanese walks among Ukraine destruction
Photos have emerged showing Anthony Albanese walking through streets in Ukraine, viewing damaged buildings and vehicles.
Carbon credits review to examine integrity
The federal government has announced an independent review of the Australian Carbon Credit Units scheme to be led by former chief scientist Professor Ian Chubb.
No easy decision on subs deal: Marles
Richard Marles said there was not an obvious choice as to whether Australia would choose US or UK-made nuclear submarines under AUKUS.