Women keen to join long queue for LIV Golf: Norman
LIV Golf chief executive Greg Norman says there's "massive" interest from players to join the breakaway circuit and women golfers want a league too.
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Swans ready to put grand final nightmare behind them
Sydney are set to play Geelong for the first time since their AFL grand final humbling, but their skipper says that defeat won't be on their minds.
Broncos working on Haas deal, Walters shrugs rugby off
Brisbane will use the coming weeks to finalise a contract offer for superstar prop Payne Haas, who has been linked with a move to rugby union from 2025.
Sky-high emotions as total solar eclipse wows world
Thousands of people travelled from around the globe to witness a rare total solar eclipse as the moon cast a 40km-wide shadow over the sun for 60 seconds.
Treasurer appoints two new Reserve Bank board members
Former workplace umpire Iain Ross and corporate director Elana Rubin have been appointed to the board of the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Man charged over death threats to Higgins and fiance
A 49-year-old man will appear in court accused of making threats online to kill former political staffer Brittany Higgins, her fiance and their dog.
Niall Williams, Sonny Bill’s sister, joins NRLW Titans
Niall Williams, the sister of cross-code superstar Sonny Bill, is poised to make her NRLW debut with Gold Coast this season.
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Government bails out Porter Davis clients left in limbo
The Victorian government will stump up $15 million to pay back 560 Porter Davis customers who put down a deposit but never had insurance filed by the company.
RBA rejig promises better decisions and fewer mistakes
A major overhaul of the Reserve Bank of Australia will allow the creation of a new monetary policy board that will be more accountable and hold fewer meetings.
Maverick priest Father Bob Maguire dies aged 88
Self-described larrikin priest Father Bob Maguire, best known for his charity work and as an outspoken media commentator, has died at the age of 88.
Golf’s cold war is thawing, say LIV drawcards
LIV stars Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Dustin Johnson believe golf's cold war is thawing ahead of the breakaway tour's inaugural tournament in Australia.
Reasons for secret jailing of former spy revealed
The reasons why former spy Witness J was jailed have been made public after the unprecedented secrecy of his case sparked a review of national security laws.
Embattled casino group Star to sack 500 staff
Star Entertainment Group is eliminating the equivalent of 500 full-time staff and considering its options regarding The Star Sydney
Warner in Ashes squad, not locked in for selection
Selectors have confirmed David Warner will open for Australia in the World Test Championship final but will not guarantee his spot for the Ashes series opener.
Probe finds misconduct but no government heads to roll
The Victorian premier's staff exerted pressure on health bureaucrats to award a lucrative contract to a union but the conduct fell short of corruption.
Comedian Barry Humphries hospitalised in Sydney
Barry Humphries has been hospitalised in Sydney following complications from hip surgery, according to reports.
New policy hits accelerator on electric car sales
Automakers will be encouraged to bring more electric and low-emission vehicles to Australia after the government committed to placing a limit on car pollution.
Fox settles Dominion defamation lawsuit for $A1.2b
Fox Corp has settled a defamation lawsuit brought by Dominion Voting Systems, saying it wanted to avoid the "acrimony of a divisive trial".
Fire kills 21 at hospital in China’s capital: report
A fire at Beijing's Changfeng Hospital in China's capital has killed 21 people, state media reports say.
Sudan’s warring generals agree 24-hour ceasefire
Warring Sudanese generals agreed a 24-hour ceasefire to ensure the safe passage of civilians and the evacuation of the wounded after days of intense fighting.
Ponga back for Knights, Tigers overhaul backline
Kalyn Ponga has been named to make his comeback at No.6 for Newcastle, while Wests Tigers will blood a debutant fullback amid an overhaul of their NRL team.
Walker axed, Crichton returns in Roosters shake-up
Halfback Sam Walker has been demoted to reserve grade as the Sydney Roosters seek to get their NRL season back on track.
Tarryn Thomas returns to North via VFL program
Tarryn Thomas's AFL career is hanging in the balance but North Melbourne have permitted him to return to training with their VFL team.
Police made ‘mistakes’ as Gordon Copeland drowned
Police have been urged to fix mistakes made around the death of Indigenous man Gordon Copeland who drowned while trying to evade officers in northern NSW.
Italiano to step up as Wellington Phoenix’s ALM coach
Wellington have announced Ufuk Talay's replacement as head coach, confirming the promotion of his Phoenix assistant Giancarlo Italiano.
Clarkson says AFL tackle crackdown changing the game
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says players could soon be stopped from pinning opponents' arms in tackles amid the AFL crackdown.
‘Warrior’ Price is right for fight over voice: Dutton
Indigenous senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has been elevated to the shadow cabinet as part of a new-look frontbench unveiled by Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.
Ex-Geelong star Gary Ablett Sr sues AFL ‘for millions’
An Australian Rules football legend is the latest player to sue the AFL for damages over concussion injuries he sustained while playing.
Caminiti banned, Merrett and Adams suspensions upheld
Anthony Caminiti has received a three-game ban for striking Nathan Murphy, while Zach Merrett and Taylor Adams' dangerous tackle suspensions were upheld.
US charges two over NYC ‘secret Chinese police station’
The Chinese government has been accused of "establishing a secret police station in the middle of New York City" by a federal US prosecutor.
Putin critic jailed in Russia treason case for 25 years
A Putin critic who spoke out about Russia's war in Ukraine and lobbied Western governments to intervene has been jailed for 25 years on treason charges.