NSW Plutus jury’s ‘long journey’ nears end
The jury in the long-running trial over the Plutus Payroll tax scheme has retired to consider verdicts for the five fraud accused.
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‘Content’ Daisy Pearce retires from AFLW
Melbourne's trailblazing captain Daisy Pearce has announced her retirement as an AFLW player, sayng she feels content with that chapter of her life.
Amone stood down, Sullivan hurt at Dragons
St George Illawarra five-eighth Talatau Amone has been stood down by the NRL while back up No.6 Jayden Sullivan has suffered a hamstring injury.
PM defends voice referendum process
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has rejected talk the government could legislate an Indigenous voice to parliament "'anyway" if this year's referendum fails.
Djokovic wins, delights in Open return
Novak Djokovic has delivered a straight-sets victory over Roberto Carballes Baena in his Australian Open return and enjoyed plenty of love in Rod Laver Arena.
Australian qualifiers’ rough Open exits
Local qualifier Max Purcell has suffered a gut-wrenching Australian Open first-round exit after failing to nail any of six set points to force a decider.
Pell mass at St Mary’s on February 2
A requiem mass will be held for Cardinal George Pell at St Mary's Cathedral in Sydney on February 2, the city's Catholic Archdiocese says.
Smith bags ton as Sixers down Strikers
Steve Smith knocked the first century in Sydney Sixers' Big Bash history during a 59-run defeat of the Adelaide Strikers in Coffs Harbour.
Manly NRL recruitment boss Cleal retires
Manly great Noel Cleal has left his post as Sea Eagles recruitment manager as the club continues to regenerate following Des Hasler's exit.
Brown wins first Tour Down Under title
Grace Brown has beaten fellow Australian cycling star Amanda Spratt to win the last stage of the Tour Down Under and claim the overall title.
Rain, extreme heat force Open suspensions
The extreme heat policy was brought into play on day two at the Australian Open, while play was later suspended for a second time due to rain at Melbourne Park.
Tributes flow for singer Renee Geyer
Renee Geyer, one of Australia's most respected and successful soul singers, has died from complications following hip surgery at the age of 69.
Russian flag displayed at AO despite ban
Fans at the Australian Open have been banned from displaying Russian and Belarusian flags.
Tributes flow for ‘warrior’ Jim Molan
Liberal senator and former major-general Jim Molan has died aged 72 after a sudden decline in his health, his family confirmed in a statement on Tuesday.
Gas companies needed ‘rules of the game’
The gas industry has defended decisions to pause new gas contract negotiations amid uncertainty about the federal government's energy price relief plan.
Treasurer optimistic on real wage growth
The federal government expects wages will keep growing strongly as inflation moderates, ultimately leading to real wage growth by 2024.
Swiatek’s salute to Barty after Open win
Top seed Iga Swiatek has heaped praise on Ash Barty after grinding out a straight-sets first-round win over German Jule Niemeier at the Australian Open.
Renshaw last-ball hero in Brisbane BBL win
Matt Renshaw hit an unbeaten 90, including a match-winning boundary off the final ball, to guide the Brisbane Heat to a BBL victory over the Melbourne Stars.
Scratchy Nadal overcomes Brit Draper
Top seed Rafael Nadal struggled with his timing as he overcame young Brit Jack Draper, who was badly affected by cramping in their four-set opening round clash.
Injured Kyrgios out of Australian Open
A devastated Nick Kyrgios felt he was a favourite to break through for his first major title before a knee injury forced him out of the Australian Open.
Kyrgios out of Australian Open
Nick Kyrgios has been forced to withdraw from the Australian Open due to injury.
Crichton prepares to leave NRL’s Panthers
Talented Penrith centre and dual NRL premiership winner Stephen Crichton has informed the Panthers 2023 will be his last season with the club.
Pegula leads big-gun winners at AO
Jessica Pegula, Coco Gauff and Victoria Azarenka are among the big-name women's winners on day one at Melbourne Park.
Gadecki lives up to hype with big Open win
Emerging star Olivia Gadecki has led four locals through to the Australian Open second round on a thrilling first day and night at Melbourne Park.
Heartbreak as chopper victim farewelled
The husband of Gold Coast helicopter crash victim Vanessa Tadros choked back tears at her funeral service as he paid tribute to the family's "protector".
Taipans nab crucial NBL win over Breakers
The Cairns Taipans are within touching distance of a ticket to the NBL semi-finals after recording a tense 85-83 win over the third-placed New Zealand Breakers.
Crossbench MP to refer Perrottet to police
The NSW Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party will refer the premier to police to test whether he breached a seldom enforced law on declarations.
Stosur to retire after AO doubles events
This year's Australian Open women's and mixed doubles events will be Sam Stosur's last, the 38-year-old set to retire after 21 appearances at her home slam.
Wildcats smash Sixers in open-air game
The Wildcats have revelled in the conditions to sweep past Adelaide in the first open-air game to be played at Perth's RAC Arena.
Six rumpus in Renegades’ BBL derby win
The Melbourne Renegades have won a tense BBL derby despite two Melbourne Stars batters being awarded six runs for shots that hit the Marvel Stadium roof.
Ewan scores morale-boosting cycling win
Australian sprint ace Caleb Ewan and New Zealand cyclist Ally Wollaston have won the Tour Down Under Classic street races in Adelaide.