NSW premier unveils five-year cashless pokies reform
All poker machines in NSW will be cashless within five years under a proposal by Premier Dominic Perrottet, who says the change will protect vulnerable people.
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Ex-minister misled public: Barilaro trade job report
Former NSW trade minister Stuart Ayres was not at arm's length in the appointment of John Barilaro to a plum US trade job, a parliamentary inquiry has found.
Australia’s pace problems deepen after Hazlewood injury
Josh Hazlewood will miss Australia's first Test in India with an Achilles issue, joining fellow star quick Mitchell Starc on the sidelines.
Latrell, Wighton set to face court over alleged fight
NRL stars Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton have been charged over an alleged incident outside a Canberra nightclub, and will face court later this month.
Pregnant Diamond Bueta to miss Netball World Cup
After suffering a miscarriage late last year, star Diamonds shooter Gretel Bueta is pregnant again and will miss the upcoming Netball World Cup.
Newcastle strike late to earn 2-2 draw at Perth Glory
Archie Goodwin's late equaliser off the bench has secured Newcastle Jets a 2-2 draw with Perth Glory in a fiery clash at Macedonia Park.
Late stunner snatches ALM win for Reds against Roar
Adelaide United have needed a blistering strike from substitute Nestory Irankunda in the final 10 minutes to defeat Brisbane Roar 2-1 in the A-League Men.
Magette injured as Tasmania seal fourth-placed finish
Tasmania have locked up a fourth-placed finish in the NBL but at a cost after Josh Magette suffered a suspected broken cheekbone before the playoffs.
Scorchers win fifth BBL crown in final over thriller
Teenager Cooper Connolly and Nick Hobson were the heroes at the death as the Perth Scorchers scored a dramatic five-wicket win in the BBL final.
‘Robbed’ Wilson tearful after world title heist
Liam Wilson's team have lodged a protest after he floored Emanuel Navarrete in the fourth round before losing their WBO world title fight by stoppage.
Williams out for AFL season in cruel blow for Carlton
Carlton defender Zac Williams will miss the entire 2023 AFL season, requiring surgery after suffering a serious knee injury at training this week.
Elon Musk found not liable over Tesla tweets
Tesla founder Elon Musk has been cleared in a US court of misleading shareholders and damaging the company in a tweet about taking the company private.
Wilson camp want answers after weigh-in ‘cheating’
Liam Wilson's manager Steve Scanlan says officials have gone quiet after he accused them of cheating to ensure Mexican Emanuel Navarrete made weight.
US downs Chinese balloon, drawing a threat from China
China is accusing the US of an 'obvious overreaction' in its shooting down of a Chinese balloon, suspected of spying on US assets.
Wildcats drop out of NBL top six after loss to Cairns
The Perth Wildcats' NBL finals hopes hang by a thread after falling out of the top six with a home defeat to Cairns.
Barilaro assault charge dismissed over mental health
The former NSW deputy premier was under significant stress when he allegedly assaulted a camera operator and "compelling" evidence has led to a dismissal.
Kyrgios ‘deeply regrets’ assaulting former girlfriend
Nick Krygios has apologies after pleading guilty to pushing over his former girlfriend and having the assault charge dismissed.
Stephanie Gilmore suffers shock early exit at Pipeline
Australian surfer Stephanie Gilmore's world-title defence has started with a shock early elimination at Pipeline in Hawaii.
Morrison’s offshore drilling veto could be overturned
The Federal Court could overturn a controversial call by former prime minister Scott Morrison to veto a gas drilling project off the NSW coast.
Albanese secures state and territory support on referendum
All state and territory leaders have signed a statement of intent to support the referendum on an Indigenous voice to parliament.
Wilson camp cry foul after world title weigh-in drama
Australian Liam Wilson believes the scales were tampered with to ensure Mexican favourite Emanuel Navarrete made weight for their world title fight in Phoenix.
Breakers surge to second with comeback NBL win at Hawks
One more win for the New Zealand Breakers will cement a top-two NBL finish following a comeback 91-81 win over Illawarra on the road.
Aussie NBA product Landale critical of NBL pride snub
Australian NBA player Jock Landale has launched a strong criticism of the Cairns Taipans' refusal not to wear the NBL's inaugural pride jersey.
Neser stars as Heat upset Sixers, storm into BBL final
Michael Neser's batting under pressure has sealed an upset four-wicket win for the Brisbane Heat, who defeated the Sydney Sixers to qualify for the BBL final.
Barilaro’s office denied bushfire funds in Labor seats
The NSW auditor‑general's report on bushfire recovery grants has found John Barilaro's office excluded Labor electorates from urgent funding.
New apartments trigger jump in building approvals
A glut of new apartment projects lifted building approvals in December but new house approvals remain subdued, new data shows.
NT alcohol ban report to be released next week
A report handed to the federal and Northern Territory governments has recommended alcohol bans while management plans are put in place, media reports suggest.
Saudi sponsorship issue looms as Matildas squad named
The upcoming Cup of Nations will be the Matildas' test run for the World Cup, with Visit Saudi's sponsorship of the tournament looming as a hot topic.
Professional misconduct complaint over Lehrmann trial
Bruce Lehrmann has made a formal complaint about the conduct of the ACT director of public prosecutions over the handling of his sexual assault trial.
Khawaja on his way to India after visa granted
Star Australia opener Usman Khawaja will jet out to join teammates in India after his visa was belatedly approved by immigration officials.
Tom Brady retires – and says this time it is for good
NFL legend Tom Brady has announced his retirement from American football for a second time - and he is adamant this time it is for good.