Thunderbirds too powerful for Firebirds
Lenize Potgieter was flawless in the shooting circle and Latanya Wilson marvellous in defence as the Thunderbirds proved too strong and slick for the Firebirds.
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NSW legalises voluntary assisted dying
Go Gentle Australia founder Andrew Denton says the passage of voluntary assisted dying legislation represents a revolution for end of life care in NSW.
Turkey blocks Finland, Sweden NATO talks
The US remains confident that NATO will accept Sweden and Finland despite Turkey opposing their membership bids over claims they harbour "terrorists".
Ex-student says she was Dawson’s sex slave
A former student of Chris Dawson has rejected allegations she lied about him being violent and attempting to hire a hitman in a bid to destroy him.
Extra spending will drive economy: Labor
Two days out from the federal election, Labor has outlined an extra $7.4 billion in spending, but says it is needed to improve fairness and boost the economy.
Jobless rate shows our plan is working: PM
The unemployment rate remained at 3.9 per cent in April after the Australian Bureau of Statistics downwardly revised the March result from four per cent.
Ukraine fighters surrender in Mariupol
Ukraine has ordered its garrison in Mariupol to stand down, but the ultimate outcome of Europe's bloodiest battle for decades remains unresolved.
Aussie Mott becomes England ODI, T20 coach
Australian women's coach Matthew Mott has officially accepted the plum job of leading England men's white-ball teams.
Tas to lift virus density, capacity rules
Tasmania is lifting its remaining coronavirus density and capacity limits from this weekend, Premier Jeremy Rockliff has announced.
Inquiry into Folbigg’s baby convictions
The NSW governor has ordered an inquiry into the convictions of Kathleen Folbigg, who has spent nearly 20 years in jail for killing four of her children.
Shayna Jack wins Aussie swim team spot
Shayna Jack, after serving a two-year doping ban, has secured selection on the Australian swim team for this year's world titles and Commonwealth Games.
Johns sways Bellamy to remain Storm coach
Craig Bellamy says a phone call from former NRL star Andrew Johns helped persuade him to coach for a 21st year at the Melbourne Storm.
More sanctions for Russian personalities
Australia has issued further sanctions against Russian and Ukrainian individuals and linked entities, as the Kremlin continues its invasion of Ukraine.
Dogs skipper talks finals, Potter arrives
Bulldogs captain Josh Jackson was prepared to back Trent Barrett before his exit this week, with Mick Potter now in the hot seat at the battling NRL club.
Viagogo loses appeal over $7m penalty
Viagogo has lost its bid to avoid a $7 million penalty for misleading consumers when reselling music and sports tickets in 2017.
PM dodges inflation, wages responsibility
Scott Morrison continues to defend his government's economic management as new data shows wages are growing at less than half the rate of inflation.
Dawson called student ‘petal’, court hears
A court has heard how Chris Dawson called a student at his former high school "petal" and that he wooed her with secret love letters left in her schoolbag.
Sluggish wage growth won’t stop rate rises
The Australian Bureau of Statistics said its wage price index rose by an annual rate of 2.4 per cent, less than half the rate of inflation.
NSW expected to pass assisted dying laws
Laws allowing terminally ill people in NSW to expedite their death are expected to pass the state parliament after years of heated debate.
Cannes opens with Zelenskiy appeal
Cannes has rolled out the red carpet for Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who used his appearance to call for filmmakers not to be silent about Russia's invasion.
Finland, Sweden formally apply to NATO
Finland and Sweden's decision to join NATO is one of the most significant changes in Europe's security architecture for decades.
England’s Lynagh closer to Australia tour
Eddie Jones has selected the uncapped Louis Lynagh, son of former Wallabies great Michael Lynagh, in England's pre-tour training squad before the July Tests.
Brimmer hands Victory edge over United
Melbourne Victory have beaten Western United 1-0 in the first leg of their A-League Men semi-final thanks to Jake Brimmer's marvellous half-volley.
Vixens too hot for Fever in Super Netball
The Melbourne Vixens won a vital 70-64 win against the West Coast Fever to take an outright lead in the Super Netball competition.
Pickett fails in bid to overturn AFL ban
Richmond's Marlion Pickett will miss the Dreamtime blockbuster after the Indigenous star failed to overturn his one-match ban at the AFL tribunal.
Tigers coach addresses Martin’s AFL future
Dustin Martin has Richmond coach Damien Hardwick's blessing if the Tigers superstar opts to end his illustrious AFL career outside of Victoria.
Doubts grow over Barrett’s future at Dogs
Trent Barrett's future as Canterbury coach is up in the air with Bulldogs officials increasingly concerned by the NRL club's poor start to the 2022 season.
Trent Barrett quits as Bulldogs NRL coach
Trent Barrett has quit as Canterbury coach following the club's poor start to the NRL season, with the Bulldogs bottom of the ladder.
Morrison scoffs at suggestion of recession
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has rejected any suggestion Australia faces a recession given the unemployment rate is set to fall below four per cent.
Guy Sebastian’s evidence further delayed
Guy Sebastian has been sent home from the NSW District Court as his former manager's embezzlement trial suffers more delays due to a sick juror.
Witness believes Chris Dawson killed wife
Lynette Dawson's friend and The Teacher's Pet podcast creator Hedley Thomas talked about interest in the case from Hollywood stars including Hugh Jackman.