Higher tax take puts federal budget on stronger footing
Australia's deficit for the past financial year is smaller than expected, but rising borrowing costs mean the fiscal outlook is still gloomy.
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Cleary may win Dally M from hospital bed after surgery
Nathan Cleary has had emergency surgery on his horror ankle injury, which could deny him the ability to accept the NRL's biggest individual award in person.
Eleven-man Wallabies hang on against South Africa
The Wallabies had four players sent off in seven minutes but were still able to cling on for a nerve-shredding Test win over world champions South Africa.
Knights rise from last to GF with Penrith scalp
Twelve months ago, Newcastle finished with a wooden spoon. Now they are just 80 minutes from a potential premiership.
Cleary details revealed as Penrith machine malfunctions
Penrith have outlined the details of their casualty ward, with Nathan Cleary requiring surgery on both feet and two others badly hurt in the loss to Newcastle.
Australia limp to ODI series loss as Protea bats bloom
Despite more big hitting from captain Mitch Marsh and Travis Head, Australia have again crumbled to lose their second ODI and the series against South Africa.
First hip-drop send-off set to bring grand final ban
Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland became the game's first player to be sent off for a hip-drop tackle and he looks set to pay a high price.
Knights take fairytale ride all the way to NRL decider
Newcastle have beaten Penrith 22-14 to book a spot in the NRL grand final against Sydney Roosters.
Wallaroos roar to win over Scots in eight-minute burst
Australia's Wallaroos have earned a much-needed win after six-straight Test losses, powering to a 30-10 victory over Scotland with an early second-half surge.
‘Rookie error’: more Piastri Baku woe as Russell wows
The Azerbaijan GP where Oscar Piastri's title hopes started to sink in 2026 has haunted the Australian again as he came 14th behind victorious George Russell.
Roosters into NRLW grand final but Raiders left fuming
The Canberra Raiders believe a no-try ruling changed the momentum of their NRLW preliminary final and handed victory to the Sydney Roosters.
Lions stars reveals staggering injuries after flag
Brisbane stars young and old - Logan Morris and Dayne Zorko - have revealed the injuries they were carrying in the Lions' incredible premiership three-peat.
Captain’s horror injury to pile more pain on Dockers
Fremantle captain Alex Pearce's AFL grand final was prematurely ended by a dreaded Achilles injury before the Dockers suffered heartbreak.
Docker wins ‘deserved’ Norm Smith Medal in losing team
Fremantle star Shai Bolton won the Norm Smith Medal in a losing team and coach Justin Longmuir says the star Docker deserved it.
PM boosts calls for global AI response after US hack
Further hacks into government websites by AI agents have reinforced the need for global standards for the technology, the prime minister has urged.
Could get worse: Penrith make big prelim call on Cleary
Nathan Cleary is set to play through a sore right foot in Penrith's preliminary final against Newcastle. But it is not a risk-free move.
Lee, Scott help Internationals to Presidents Cup sweep
The International underdogs featuring Australians Adam Scott and Min Woo Lee have stormed to a big Presidents Cup 7-3 lead with a day-two sweep of the USA.
One headache clears for Roosters but another looms
Victor Radley has learnt his grand final fate after a hip-drop tackle, while Connor Watson is hoping to be cleared to play for the Sydney Roosters.
Lions use Wharfie Time as rallying call for three-peat
Brisbane have kicked the last four goals of a chaotic, all-time classic AFL grand final to beat Fremantle and claim their second premiership three-peat.
‘Dark day’: promising young constable killed in crash
Mia Lay had only been on the force for 16 months but had showed exceptional promise before she died in a crash while in a police car pursuing a stolen vehicle.
‘Honestly don’t know’: Fagan unclear on his AFL future
Chris Fagan, who is unsure on his future, will become the seventh VFL/AFL "three-peat" premiership coach if Brisbane beat Fremantle in Saturday's grand final.
‘Only do it together’: PM’s call to arms to UN leaders
Anthony Albanese has stressed the need for countries to put aside differences to collectively tackle global issues like AI during a national address to the UN.
Neale thanks Lions after escaping AFL grand final ban
Star Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale has avoided becoming the first player to be suspended for an AFL grand final in 23 years after having his ban overturned.
‘Outplayed’: Marsh unhappy at Aussie ODI capitulation
Captain Mitch Marsh blasted a quickfire 60 but said his Australian side were "outplayed", losing wickets tamely as South Africa comfortably won the first ODI.
One dead, scores injured in bus crash on rural highway
A man has died and two others are in a serious condition in hospital after a bus reportedly crashed with two cars on a regional highway.
Dockers, Lions defenders suffer grand final heartbreak
Fremantle have left defender Brennan Cox out of their AFL grand final team to keep the faith with Oscar McDonald, while Brisbane are also unchanged.
Judge blocks Trump’s White House media ban
A US judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's move to block three news outlets from the White House and says they must have their access restored.
Hack probed with warnings it’s ‘too late’ to contain AI
How a wayward AI agent broke into a government website, which wasn't disclosed for weeks, will be examined in a sweeping snap inquiry.
V’landys sets sights on overseas moves in new NRL role
Peter V'landys has officially been appointed as the NRL's new executive chairman, making him the most powerful player in the sport in 30 years.
Accused killer cop asked friend for a gun, jury told
An old friend of alleged murderer Beau Lamarre-Condon has told a Supreme Court jury how the police officer rang to allegedly ask about getting a gun.
Unemployment nears five-year high ahead of rates call
While a rise in the unemployment rate in August likely won't stop the Reserve Bank hiking rates at its next board meeting, further rate rises are less certain.