Victoria swings axe to fell native logging industry
The Victorian government will phase out native timber logging in 2024 and has announced a transition package in the state budget.
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Aged care worker receives death threat in Taser fallout
The 33-year-old NSW senior constable who tasered a great-grandmother has been suspended and a worker at the aged care facility has received a death threat.
No last dance as Hardwick stuns with end to Tiger time
Triple Richmond premiership coach Damien Hardwick has stood aside effective immediately, saying the Tigers are the football 'love of my life'.
Businesses, landlords slugged to claw back Vic debt
A tax will be levied on big business and landlords under a $31.5 billion state budget plan but there are fears it will flow through to ordinary Victorians.
Premiership coach Hardwick quits AFL club Richmond
Damien Hardwick, who coached Richmond to three premierships, has quit the AFL club amid the Tigers' lacklustre start to the 2023 season.
Jake Arthur a ‘massive loss’ for Parramatta: Moses
Jake Arthur is set for an immediate NRL move from Parramatta to Manly in what Mitchell Moses says is a huge loss for the Eels.
Graham a chance for Souths despite NSW withdrawal
Campbell Graham could still line up for South Sydney this weekend despite being forced out of the NSW camp on Monday morning with a sternum injury.
Police officer guilty of assaulting Indigenous teen
An Indigenous teenage boy yelled "you don't have to hurt me" while being assaulted by a NSW police officer, a Sydney court has been told.
Argentina clash to open opportunities for Socceroos
The Socceroos will play world champions Argentina in a friendly in Beijing on June 15 and hope it will lead to games against top-class opponents at home.
Voters to head to polls in July for Fadden by-election
The date for the Fadden by-election has been set for July 15, following the resignation of former Liberal frontbencher Stuart Robert.
Blues back Pangai to keep cool starting in Origin I
NSW coach Brad Fittler is confident debutant Tevita Pangai will be able to keep his emotions in check in the State of Origin series opener against Queensland.
Aussie Cam Davis shares fourth at PGA Championship
Australian Cam Davis has matched the low round of the tournament to finish joint fourth at the PGA Championship in New York and earn a ticket to the Masters.
Koepka savours ‘sweetest’ major win at PGA Championship
Resurgent former world No.1 Brooks Koepka says his third PGA Championship triumph is 'definitely sweeter' than any of his previous four majors.
Sprint star Browning finishes second in 100m in Japan
Australian Rohan Browning has finished second in the 100m at a grand prix track and field meet in Japan.
Trbojevic ready for Origin after Manly smash Canberra
Manly fullback Tom Trbojevic has shut down any doubt about his fitness for State of Origin, scoring a hat-trick as his side smashed Canberra 42-14 in the NRL.
Moore stars as Magpies compound Carlton’s woes
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore led from the front and Brody Mihocek kicked four goals as the Magpies posted a 28-point win over AFL arch-rivals Carlton.
Addo-Carr to make Origin return as Bulldogs beat Titans
Josh Addo-Carr has made a try-scoring return from an ankle injury as Matt Burton inspired Canterbury to a 20-18 defeat of Gold Coast.
Ponga to win Queensland No.1 jersey for Origin opener
Queensland coach Billy Slater is set to name Kalyn Ponga at fullback for State of Origin I, with Tom Flegler and David Fifita likely to be recalled to the pack.
Andrew Moloney loses title fight on late KO
Australian Andrew Moloney suffered a 12th-round KO loss to Japan's unbeaten Junto Nakatani as they fought for the vacant WBO junior bantamweight world title.
Tasmanian government releases details of AFL deal
The Tasmanian government has released details of its deal with the AFL to fund a new stadium in Hobart to house the league's 19th team.
Koepka ready to make Masters amends at PGA Championship
Former world No.1 and four-time major winner Brooks Koepka will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the PGA Championship in Rochester, New York.
Min Woo Lee falters, falls off PGA Championship pace
Min Woo Lee remains the leading Australian in a tie for 10th but has fallen seven shots off the pace during the third round of the PGA Championship in New York.
Brooks unsure on Tigers future after 200th-game heroics
Luke Brooks had his best night in Wests Tigers colours for his 200th NRL game, but he is unsure if he wants to remain at the NRL club.
Manchester City win the Premier League as Arsenal flop
Arsenal's defeat at Nottingham Forest has gifted Manchester City the Premier League title and given them the first leg of the treble - on their day off.
Koroisau set for Origin as Blues leave out Cook
NSW's selectors have made a late call to include Apisai Koroisau in the State of Origin squad, with the Blues set to leave out Damien Cook for Game I.
Force end 14-match losing streak against Brumbies pups
The Western Force have given their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes a huge boost with a drought-breaking win over the Brumbies in Perth.
Zelenskiy denies city of Bakhmut occupied by Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russian forces are not occupying Bakhmut, after Russian claims its troops had captured the city.
Durham the hero as Bombers score dream one-point win
Essendon have broken a 13-game losing streak against Richmond, winning their Dreamtime At The 'G clash by one point with Sam Durham's last-minute goal.
Mariners surge past Adelaide, book ALM GF berth
The Central Coast Mariners' fairytale A-League Men season will continue after downing Adelaide United 4-1 on aggregate across two semi-final legs.
Brooks has a party for his 200th in 66-18 Tigers win
Luke Brooks has had one of the finest nights of his career in his 200th NRL game, as Wests Tigers racked up a record-breaking 66-18 win over North Queensland.
Electric Dockers pass AFL test with win over Geelong
Fremantle's star midfielders rose to the occasion as the Dockers defeated reigning AFL premiers Geelong by 29 points at Optus Stadium.