Perth Wildcats legend Cotton claims fifth NBL MVP title
Perth Wildcats star Bryce Cotton has beaten Adelaide's Kendric Davis and South East Melbourne's Matt Hurt to claim his fifth NBL MVP award.
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Matildas skipper Kerr waits after jury is sent out
A jury in Sam Kerr's London trial on charges of racially aggravated harassment has finished hearing evidence and been sent out to consider their verdict.
Australia must be a ‘model ally’ in US tariff talks
Australia must prove its relationship with the US is mutually beneficial to earn another exemption from steel and aluminium tariffs, experts say.
Trump raises steel tariffs, weighs Australia exemption
US President Donald Trump has announced 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports but is "considering" a carve-out for Australia.
Ceasefire should be cancelled over Hamas delay:Trump
The US president Donald Trump has stepped up pressure on Hamas after the militant group said it was delaying the release of hostages.
Bank moratorium ‘too late’ for rural towns left behind
The federal government has announced a moratorium on regional bank closures, but it's cold comfort for those who have already lost their local branches.
Fuming Phoenix held by Roar as ALM finals hopes dim
Wellington Phoenix disageed with a no-penalty ruling after an A-League Men 1-all draw with bottom-club Brisbane Roar.
Taniela Tupou suddenly loving life at the NSW Waratahs
Star signing Taniela Tupou is hoping to put a couple of injury-riddled years behind him and peak for the NSW Waratahs and the Wallabies in 2025.
Wallabies mentor Schmidt to step down in World Cup blow
Joe Schmidt has confirmed he won't steer the Wallabies through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup at home in a major disappointment for Australian rugby.
Donald gone, new Jillaroos coach makes big first move
Brad Donald has stood down as Jillaroos coach and his replacement has made a statement selection in her first act ahead of the side's Las Vegas tilt.
Two-goal Fowler steers Man City into League Cup final
Matildas star Mary Fowler has lifted Manchester City into the League Cup final after her brace ensured a 2-1 win over Arsenal.
Starc, Lyon important on ‘tight’ first day in Galle
Australia walked all over Sri Lanka in the Test series opener but things didn't come as easily on day one of the second Test in Galle.
Accused criminals left to own devices in ‘bail fail’
A state will stop using private firms to track accused criminals on bail after dozens were left unmonitored when a provider suddenly collapsed.
Dates locked in for Australia’s West Indies tour
Australia will have only a matter of days between the World Test Championship Final and the first Test of their West Indies tour.
Mandatory jail for terror risks ‘serious injustice’
Australians from vulnerable communities could be disproportionately harmed by laws that introduce mandatory jail time for some terror offences, experts warn.
A-League stalwart, City goalkeeper Jamie Young retires
Melbourne City veteran goalkeeper and A-League Men stalwart Jamie Young has retired from professional football, effective immediately.
AFL involved as NFL game set for MCG in September
The AFL has been a key part of negotiations for an regular-season NFL game to be played at the MCG next year, most likely in early September.
Henriques steers NSW to one-day crushing of Tasmania
Moises Henriques and Ben Dwarshuis have starred as NSW moved to the top of the One-Day Cup table with a dominant win over Tasmania.
Netanyahu backs Trump’s ‘remarkable’ plan for Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has backed US President Donald Trump's plan for the relocation of Palestinians from Gaza during a Fox News interview.
Kerr recalls racism, denies ‘kicking off’ in taxi
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has claimed a London cop treated her differently because of the colour of her skin and recalled experiencing racism in Australia.
Co-accused flies free as alleged ‘Pam’ vandal caged
Accused of trying to make sure everybody heard about "Pam the Bird", alleged vandal Jack Gibson-Burrell has lost his bid for bail.
Middle East stance unchanged after Trump Gaza call: PM
While Donald Trump has called for the United States to take over Gaza, Anthony Albanese says Australia still backs a two-state solution.
Smith flags ‘last-minute’ call on Cooper Connolly debut
Australia's top six is set to remain the same for the second Sri Lanka Test, but a "last minute" decision will be taken to determine the bowling attack.
Matildas unveil Kerr timeframe as Fowler seals comeback
Mary Fowler has been recalled to the Matildas fold for the SheBelieves Cup by interim coach Tom Sermanni, who also provided an update on Sam Kerr's fitness.
Tributes flow for former Lions midfielder Troy Selwood
Former Brisbane player Troy Selwood, a member of the AFL's famous Selwood family, is being remembered for several roles in the game after his death aged 40.
Essendon VFL coach, former Lions assistant Tapping dies
The AFL world is mourning the loss of Essendon VFL coach and former Brisbane Lions assistant Dale Tapping, who has died aged 59.
Hate speech laws go to vote as anti-Semitism denounced
Hate will be stopped at its source if tougher amendments are made to proposed laws to crackdown on the rise of anti-Semitism, an advocate says.
Senator pushes for gambling industry influence inquiry
David Pocock is critical of the government for not acting on a landmark report recommending banning gambling ads, linking it to industry lobbying efforts.
Aussies tip another spin-friendly pitch in Sri Lanka
Australia expect they will need to go big on spin to win in Galle and seal a first series victory over Sri Lanka since 2011.
Konstas leaves Sri Lanka to play Sheffield Shield
Sam Konstas has left Sri Lanka ahead of Australia's second Test in Galle to play Sheffield Shield for NSW.
I wish I’d just walked away and gone home: Kerr
The second day of the trial of Australia women's soccer captain Sam Kerr on charges of racially aggravated harassment has heard her regret the night's events.