Bail bid by terror-accused ‘ISIS bride’ to be with kids
A woman linked to Islamic State who has been living in the community after returning to Australia will seek release on bail so she can care for her children.
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Maroons to embrace history in bid to create their own
Queensland must become the first team to come from 1-0 down in consecutive series to retain the State of Origin shield, but it is history that will drive them.
There’ll be a spot for Moses in game two: Daley
Mitch Moses missed the State of Origin series opener through injury but there'll be a spot for him on the NSW teamsheet for game two, says coach Laurie Daley.
Brave Kokkinakis bid ended by yet another cruel injury
Thanasi Kokkinakis's brave bid to resurrect his injury-plagued career has suffered another cruel blow as he pulled out of his French Open second-round clash.
Treasury chief defends Labor’s beleaguered budget
Controversial budget changes would have cut the lifetime tax benefits for the top one per cent of earners by $400,000 if implemented in 2000, Treasury says.
US and Iran trade strikes as Trump denies Hormuz deal
US forces have carried out new defensive strikes on an Iranian military facility after downing several attack drones, according to American officials.
Pretty heartbreaking: Ponga’s pain at Maroons’ collapse
Kalyn Ponga has avoided a ban for the send off that shaped State of Origin I, but the Queensland fullback says he feels responsible for the Maroons' loss.
Cleary, Tedesco fire NSW to classic Origin comeback win
Superstars Nathan Cleary and James Tedesco and rookie Ethan Strange have piloted NSW to a thrilling, series-opening 22-20 State of Origin win over Queensland.
New talent outweighs old habits in Blues triumph
NSW's debutants Ethan Strange, Casey McLean and Blayke Brailey have all starred in a comeback win for the ages that clinched the State of Origin series opener.
Ponga dodges ban for send-off that shook Origin
Kalyn Ponga won't be suspended for the shoulder charge on Tolu Koula that led to fullback being sent off and ultimately cost Queensland the Origin opener.
Coventry offers hope to cut sports at Brisbane Games
IOC president Kirsty Coventry has delivered a special message to leaders of sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program.
Larkham picks big guns for ACT Brumbies’ crunch match
Stephen Larkham has picked a full-strength side as the Brumbies' home finals hopes go on the line in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash with Moana Pasifika.
Business as usual as Giants star confronts his Demons
Whether the feeling is uncanny or one of nervousness, GWS star Clayton Oliver isn't letting anything show ahead of a reunion with former side Melbourne.
Guilty verdict decades after love triangle murder
After days of jury deliberations, a man has been found guilty of violently killing his romantic rival and throwing his body in a river.
US kills one man in alleged drug boat strike in Pacific
The US has launched another "lethal kinetic strike" on a boat suspected of transporting drugs in the Pacific Ocean, killing one man and leaving two survivors.
‘Kidding ourselves’: Daley won’t cop Cleary Origin talk
Nathan Cleary is tasked with getting NSW off to a flying start in State of Origin on Wednesday, but Laurie Daley isn't putting any pressure on the Blues 'No.7.
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Falling fuel prices bolster hopes for RBA rate reprieve
A cut in the fuel excise caused annual headline inflation to fall, but the underlying impulse for price pressures is still gathering steam.
Polarising Hird says he wants to coach Bombers again
James Hird's interest in coaching Essendon again will be polarising for their fans, with one former AFL coach saying the Bombers may already know who they want.
Inglis to lead Australia in Pakistan with Marsh crocked
Josh Inglis, who made history as Australia's first English-born cricket captain since the 19th century, will again lead the team with Mitch Marsh injured.
Queensland duo pull off French Open sensations in Paris
Queenslanders Adam Walton and Kimberly Birrell have caused two of the biggest sensations of the French Open, defeating marquee players at Roland Garros.
Broncos big guns back as Sharks lose key playmaker
Manly have received a massive boost against Cronulla with forward Ben Trbojevic cleared to play after an HIA was reclassified by the NRL.
How NRL’s bench shake-up could shape Origin I
The six-man bench will give NSW coach Laurie Daley and Queensland counterpart Billy Slater plenty of cause for thought in the State of Origin series opener.
‘Life of the party’ Arrow reunites with Maroon brothers
Jai Arrow has reunited with his former Queensland teammates in State of Origin camp and will continue to be around the group ahead of the series opener.
Heartbreak as cops avoid charges over Aboriginal death
Police says anger in communities will be understandable after a decision not to prosecute officers who held down an Aboriginal man who died.
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‘Different environment’ for police since Bondi attack
The deadly Bondi terror attack has changed the face of policing, with the NSW force now carrying long arm rifles in public in response to terrorism threats.
Why Daley is ready for Blues to enter Strange world
He's never played State of Origin but Laurie Daley reckons Ethan Strange is primed to make an instant impact for NSW in the series opener.
Second ‘ISIS bride’ group touches down in Australia
A second group of women and children linked to Islamic State has returned to Australia after years spent in a Syrian refugee camp.
Injured Socceroos star ruled out of World Cup
The Socceroos have suffered a brutal injury blow with creative attacker Riley McGree ruled out of the World Cup with a hamstring injury.
Scott backs Merrett move as Hird in play at Bombers
Sacked Essendon coach Brad Scott says Zach Merrett's departure would be the right thing, as James Hird confirms he is interested in returning.
Iran deal could drag on as US launches fresh strikes
Hopes for a quick end to the Iran war have been dashed after the US carried out 'self-defence' strikes on missile launch sites and boats placing mines.
Two arrested as police probe Dezi Freeman’s time on run
Arrests have been made as part of an investigation into Dezi Freeman as police face scrutiny over the lack of body-worn cameras at the killer's last shootout.