Major surgery prescribed to boost nation’s productivity
Climate policy, the migration system, workplace laws and health and education systems have been earmarked for reform under a review of Australia's productivity.
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Lynch goal seals draw in Tigers-Blues AFL season opener
Richmond and Carlton have played out a thrilling draw in the AFL season opener as Tom Lynch and Charlie Curnow kicked three goals each at the MCG.
Schuster stars as Manly hold out Eels in wild NRL win
Manly have held out a late comeback from a winless Parramatta to stay undefeated in the NRL, with Josh Schuster and Tom Trbojevic starring in the 34-30 win.
Steven May out injured as Dees take on ‘Dinosaur Dogs’
A calf injury has sidelined Melbourne's star defender Steven May in a huge blow for the Demons ahead of their round-one AFL clash with the Western Bulldogs.
Vics to chase 61 for WA win and Shield final berth
Victoria are within touching distance of a second successive Sheffield Shield final after again dominating Western Australia on day 3 in Perth.
Police issue teenager with warning over Latrell slur
The teenager who allegedly targeted South Sydney NRL player Latrell Mitchell with a racial slur during a match has received a formal warning from NSW Police.
Burgess in line to become second-most capped Rabbitoh
Thomas Burgess is set to become the second-most capped Rabbitoh of all time after re-signing with the club through to 2024.
Tassie Tigers leave injury-hit Bulls in the distance
Tasmania have continued their domination of an ailing Queensland to build a massive lead against the visitors in the final round of the Sheffield Shield.
Souths coach comes down on concussion ‘hysteria’
Souths coach Jason Demetriou has applauded the NRL for ignoring concussion "hysteria" and sticking to the science in formulating its new concussion policy.
Hot jobs data bolsters case for another rate hike
Fresh labour market data shows few signs of a slowing jobs market, with one vacant position for every unemployed worker.
Cuba end Australia’s World Baseball Classic adventure
Australia's historic ride at the World Baseball Classic has finally been ended by a 4-3 defeat by Cuba in the quarter-finals.
Flyers oust Boomers to advance to WNBL grand final
Maddi Rocci came up with a swag of clutch plays to help the Southside Flyers edge the Melbourne Boomers in a classic WNBL semi-final decider.
Sydney Kings win NBL title by beating NZ Breakers
The Sydney Kings have been crowned NBL champions after defeating the New Zealand Breakers 77-69 in the decisive fifth game of the championship series.
NRL order 11-day stand down after concussions
The Australian Rugby League Commission has introduced a mandatory 11-day stand down after a concussion, with the rule to begin from the NRL's third round.
Man’s teeth removed in Sydney kidnap, torture ordeal
Tactical officers have stormed a house in Sydney's west where a man was held for days and physically abused by armed men who forcibly removed his teeth.
Vics edging towards Sheffield Shield final against WA
Victoria's Sheffield Shield final hopes have enjoyed another boost on day two of their Sheffield Shield match against leaders Western Australia.
Bulls’ Shield chances fading away against Tigers
Queensland face a mountain to climb if they are to challenge Tasmania in their final-round Sheffield Shield match and hang on to second spot.
Tigers’ Webster packs on Shield pain for ailing Qld
Queensland's Sheffield Shield final hopes have continued to slip away in Hobart as Beau Webster hit a big century for Tasmania against a diluted Bulls attack.
NRL to order stand down after concussions
The Australian Rugby League Commission is set to invoke a mandatory stand down for players after they are diagnosed with concussion.
One in five women experience sexual violence
The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released its latest personal safety data, showing an estimated eight million Australians have experienced violence.
Arthur’s Eels extension complete, locked in until 2025
Parramatta have triggered a one-year extension for coach Brad Arthur, locking him down to the NRL club until the end of 2025.
Power prices to soar as Australia heads into winter
Energy regulators expect maximum residential electricity prices to rise more than 30 per cent in some areas amid high commodity prices and generation costs.
Canberra, Auckland next A-Leagues expansion targets
Canberra and Auckland have been named as the Australian Professional Leagues' 'preferred markets' as the A-Leagues look to expand for the 2024-25 season.
US drone crashes into Black Sea after Russian intercept
A Russian fighter jet struck the propeller of a US military spy drone, causing the unmanned aerial vehicle to crash into the Black Sea, US officials say.
NBL fines Kings coach Buford $3.5k for referee comments
The NBL has fined Sydney Kings coach Chase Buford for comments made about the officiating of the fourth game of the championship series.
Ferry operator hit with $75k fine over polo pony deaths
The Spirit of Tasmania ferry operator and polo identity Andrew Williams have been fined a total of $90,000 over the deaths of 16 horses.
No Pride Round in NRL calendar for 2023
The NRL has opted against introducing a Pride Round in 2023, with the league to stick with the same themed rounds as previous years.
Cummins stays home for ODIs in India, Smith to captain
Captain Pat Cummins will remain in Sydney to continue grieving the loss of his mother and miss Australia's three-match ODI series in India.
Boland, Sutherland blast out WA top-order in Perth
Western Australia's free-scoring batters have endured a rare failure against a hungry Victoria in the Sheffield Shield in Perth.
Arthur set for new contract but Moses talks rage on
Brad Arthur is on the cusp of a contract extension but the Eels coach has downplayed suggestions his new deal will weigh into Mitch Moses' own negotiations.
Blues batters in South Australia Shield battle
Sheffield Shield wooden-spooners NSW have lost two quick wickets to Nathan McAndrew early on day one after being sent in to bat by South Australia.