‘One of the best’ – Bulldogs hold off spirited Demons
Melbourne were spirited in their first AFL game since Simon Goodwin's sacking but suffered a six-point loss to the finals-hunting Western Bulldogs.
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Moses field goal sinks Cowboys in NRL thriller
Josh Addo-Carr grabbed a try double before Mitchell Moses kicked a match-clinching field goal as Parramatta pipped North Queensland 19-18.
David and Hazlewood shine as Australia sink Proteas
Tim David starred with the bat and Josh Hazlewood with the ball as Australia won the first Twenty20 international against South Africa in Darwin.
‘World cannot wait’: Australia to recognise Palestine
Australia will follow allies in formally recognising Palestinian statehood amid mounting pressure to take action on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Injury seemingly cruels Caslick’s Wallaroos Cup dream
Charlotte Caslick's ankle will not heal in time for the superstar sevens convert to feature in the Wallaroos' Rugby World Cup pool stage as first hoped.
Giant slays Demon, but Walton stuns former world No.1
Alex de Minaur's US Open preparations have taken a surprise hit, but compatriot Adam Walton has toppled a former world No.1 at the Cincinnati Open.
Magpie great to play on, ruck star signs fresh deal
A Collingwood legend will extend his decorated career, while the Pies have also locked in a key big man on a fresh three-year contract.
Christchurch to stage Super Round in stadium opener
Rugby's Super Round will return and officially launch Christchurch's new, 25,000-seat roofed stadium in a three-day event that spans Anzac Day.
Kiwi ace re-signs as Giant makes a Super move for love
Two international netball stars have locked in their futures, with Diamond Jamie-Lee Price in Melbourne and Kiwi Grace Nweke recommitting to the NSW Swifts.
Another big name out of Demons’ AFL coaching race
Two days after John Longmire ruled himself out of applying for Melbourne's vacant head coach role, another big-name candidate has also opted out of the race.
Star Swan ruled out of clash with Cats after head knock
Star ruck Brodie Grundy will miss at least one week of AFL action, as one of two Sydney stars to suffer injuries in their thrilling win over Brisbane.
Penrith’s rap sheet forced NRL into big punishment: CEO
Andrew Abdo has opened up on the NRL's decision to whack Penrith with a monster punishment for trainer Corey Bocking's mid-game blunder against Gold Coast.
Australia to boost navy firepower with Japanese design
Japanese Mogami-class frigates will replace aging Australian warships following a landmark review recommending a focus on long-range firepower.
‘Simon can coach’ – but no longer at Demons
Departing Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has the rare and dubious distinction of being sacked after a huge AFL win.
Australia to argue for tariff removal after US reprieve
Australia has been granted a rare reprieve from higher US tariffs on its goods but officials haven't given up hope of the levies being removed entirely.
Aussie gets second MLB life after trade deadline frenzy
Australian Curtis Mead has been shipped to the Chicago White Sox from the Tampa Bay Rays in a last-minute trade that presents as a major league second chance.
Ricky Stuart laughs off Canberra’s slow starts
Ricky Stuart has laughed off Canberra's recent habit of starting games slowly, only to completely blow their opposition away after half-time.
Wounded Wallabies rocked by yet another injury setback
The Wallabies have suffered another massive injury setback and are now staring down the barrel of an unwanted place in Australian rugby history.
Hawks load up, add JaVale McGee in NBL title defence
A three-time NBA title-winner is heading to Illawarra in a huge coup for the defending NBL champions to cap a manic day of signings.
Sea Eagles say clash with Roosters won’t distract DCE
Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans is preparing to come up against the Sydney Roosters, where he is likely to finish his storied rugby league career.
‘Up to them’: Benji says fans have right to boo Galvin
Wests Tigers are preparing to come up against Lachlan Galvin for the first time since the young gun's highly-publicised mid-season move to Canterbury.
Dolphins overcome loss of star centre to take thriller
The Dolphins have lost a major strike weapon but scored at the death to down the Warriors and maintain their place in the NRL top eight with finals looming.
Wallaroos crush Wales in final World Cup warm-up
The Wallaroos have comfortably beaten Wales 36-5 in their final Test before heading to England for the Women's Rugby World Cup.
Fast-finishing Adelaide pip Hawthorn in AFL thriller
Fast-finishing Adelaide have kicked six goals to two in the last term to defeat Hawthorn by 14 points and take top spot on the AFL ladder.
Ghislaine Maxwell transferred to lower-security prison
After speaking with authorities about others involved in Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, his associate Ghislaine Maxwell has been moved to a low-security prison.
Swim ace McEvoy hits fresh heights with world title
Australian swimmers Cam McEvoy and Kaylee McKeown have won gold medals at the world titles in Singapore.
‘Massive disruption’: Harbour Bridge rally to go ahead
Protesters are being urged to be respectful and sensible during a planned peaceful pro-Palestine rally across Sydney's Harbour Bridge .
Galvin cool in spotlight as circus reaches final act
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo says it has been "pretty impressive" how Lachlan Galvin handles pressure, as the half prepares for a Wests Tigers grudge match.
Two lightning delays, historic draw at NRLW Magic Round
Heavyweights Sydney Roosters and Brisbane were winners while Canterbury and Gold Coast fought out the NRLW's first draw at a rain-soaked Magic Round.
Key Hawk suffers season-ending injury
Hawthorn's premiership hopes have suffered a hammer blow with confirmation of an injury to star midfielder Will Day.
Gulden leads Swans to win over Bombers in 100th game
Sydney superstar Errol Gulden has celebrated his 100th AFL match with a win, as Essendon slumped to their ninth loss in a row.