Townsville public memorial for Symonds
Former Test cricketer Andrew Symonds' life will be celebrated by past teammates in a no-jacket, no-tie memorial service in Townsville.
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Bird’s Dragons NRL deal finally done
Jack Bird has re-signed with St George Illawarra on a two-year deal, with both he and the NRL club having a mutual option for a third season.
Docker Sam Switkowski sent to AFL Tribunal
Fremantle forward Sam Switkowski is facing suspension after being referred straight to the AFL Tribunal for a dangerous chicken wing tackle.
Saville dashes to victory in French Open
Daria Saville is back as Australia's No.2 woman player after racing to a quick win at the French Open over Greek qualifier Valentini Grammatikopoulou.
Osaka, Krejcikova, knocked out in Paris
Defending champion Barbora Krejcikova has lost in the first round of the French Open with four-time grand slam champ Naomi Osaka also out at Roland Garros.
Albanese reinforces Indo-Pacific priority
Anthony Albanese has met his US, Japanese and Indian counterparts in Tokyo, with Australia set to host the Quad summit in 2023.
Thompson suffers in Nadal torture chamber
Jordan Thompson gave it his all but the Australian's French Open date with Rafael Nadal ended, predictably, with him feeling nothing but resigned helplessness.
Labor well placed for majority parliament
Vote counting continues with six seats in play, but Anthony Albanese's Labor government appears on track to win a majority in the federal parliament.
Tomljanovic, Saville in French Open wins
Ajla Tomljanovic has beaten world No.5 Anett Kontaveit while Daria Saville also won at the French Open on a great day for Australia's top two women players.
US Indo-Pacific economy plan includes Aust
US President Joe Biden has formally unveiled the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity, which includes 13 founding countries including Australia.
ACL blow confirmed for Matildas’ Carpenter
The Matildas have suffered a blow in the build-up to the 2023 Women's World Cup, with confirmation Ellie Carpenter has ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament.
Frydenberg formally concedes in Kooyong
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg has conceded the election in his Melbourne seat of Kooyong to independent candidate Monique Ryan.
Andrew O’Keefe granted bail to go to rehab
Former Seven Network television host Andrew O'Keefe has been granted bail from the NSW Supreme Court to attend rehab for up to one year.
Albanese bound for Quad meeting in Japan
Australia's new prime minister is travelling to Japan for a summit he says will send a message to the world of Australia's change in government.
Chalmers brings crisis experience to role
Jim Chalmers has been sworn in as the nation's treasurer, a role he brings a wealth of experience to having been advisor and chief of staff to Wayne Swan.
Election count has ALP short of a majority
The Australian Electoral Commission's latest figures give Labor 75 seats to the coalition's 59, as vote counting continues.
Maturing Hawks shock Brisbane in AFL upset
Mitch Lewis kicked four goals and Jai Newcombe starred in the middle as Hawthorn came from behind to beat Brisbane in an AFL classic in Launceston.
Flu-ravaged T’birds shock Pies in netball
Hard-hit by flu, the Adelaide Thunderbirds responded by beating Collingwood Magpies 58-53 in Super Netball.
Magpies supersub sinks Dockers in Perth
Collingwood sub Oliver Henry has unleashed a three-goal blitz in the final term to help lift his side to a 36-point win over Fremantle in Perth.
Chalmers skips Aussie swim team function
Citing mental health issues, Kyle Chalmers has skipped the naming of Australia's swim team for the world titles and Commonwealth Games.
O’Connell first Aussie ko’ed in Paris
Chris O'Connell was left bitterly disappointed about being the first Australian casualty at the French Open following his four-set loss to Aljaz Bedene.
Manchester City win PL, Burnley go down
Manchester City have retained the title, and Burnley been relegated on a tense day of goals and high drama in England's Premier League.
Labor to make Australia proud: Albanese
Australia's 31st prime minister, Anthony Albanese, has promised to make the nation proud of his government, as he and a small team of ministers were sworn in.
Kubler win saves day for Aussies in Paris
Qualifier Jason Kubler was the unlikely saviour for Australian tennis at the French Open, winning a late-night thriller after four of his compatriots had lost.
Smith, Herbert share Aussie honours at PGA
World No.4 Cameron Smith and emerging star Lucas Herbert have finished as joint leading Australians following strong finishes to the US PGA Championship.
Liberals weigh up options for party leader
The Liberal Party is taking stock in the wake of an election defeat but is turning its focus to a replacement for Scott Morrison as leader.
Justin Thomas claims US PGA Championship
Justin Thomas has won his second US PGA Championship after edging out fellow American Will Zalatoris in a three-hole play-off in Oklahoma.
Star chair O’Neill quits, joins exodus
John O'Neill has quit as executive chairman of Star Entertainment ahead of his appearance at a NSW gaming inquiry into the company's Sydney casino licence.
Tigers extend Dogs’ week of woe
Canterbury's week of misery continued on Friday with the Wests Tigers claiming a 36-22 win.
Trbojevic down and out in Manly loss
NRL superstar Tom Trbojevic has suffered a dislocated shoulder injury in Manly's 22-20 loss to Parramatta.
Curnow, Blues hold off Swans in AFL
Carlton key forward Charlie Curnow booted six goals as the Blues resisted a stern challenge from Sydney to win their AFL clash by 15 points.