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.
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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.
Blues star Weitering cleared over Greene face contact
Carlton's Jacob Weitering has been fined for making contact to Toby Greene's face, while GWS forward Toby Bedford has copped a one-match ban for rough conduct.
Murray snubs rugby interest to re-sign with Souths
Cameron Murray will remain with South Sydney until the end of 2028 after rejecting overtures from rugby union to switch codes.
Qantas boss defends profit as senators press on prices
Qantas chief Alan Joyce acknowledges Australians are doing it tough as he defends the airline's billion-dollar profit and suggests cheaper tickets solutions.
WA MP found guilty of indecently dealing with a child
A jury has found West Australian MP James Hayward guilty of two counts of child sex abuse and acquitted him of two others.
Waerea-Hargreaves cops one ban, will fight another
Sydney Roosters firebrand Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has accepted a three-game ban at the NRL judiciary but will fight his grade-two dangerous contact charge.
NRL finals fates hinge on fitness as stars sidelined
A number of the NRL's star names are facing late fitness tests, with the final week of the regular season likely to be hit by missing players.
Canberra to challenge Horsburgh’s shoulder-charge ban
Canberra prop Corey Horsburgh will head to the NRL judiciary in a bid to overturn a shoulder-charge ban ahead of the Raiders' final-round trip to Cronulla.
Kurtis Marschall claims pole vault bronze in Budapest
Kurtis Marschall has won Australia's second pole vault medal at the Budapest world championships with bronze in the men's event.
Ponga injured as Knights confirm berth in NRL finals
Newcastle have sealed their NRL finals spot with a 32-6 win over Cronulla but they may pay a price for the victory after Kalyn Ponga left the game injured.