Joyce planned ‘transition’ from leadership
David Littleproud says taking the Nationals' top job was no reflection on his predecessor, as Barnaby Joyce revealed he had a leadership 'transition' plan.
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Labor to claim Gilmore, win 77 seats
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government will take the NSW electorate of Gilmore, meaning it will govern with 77 of 151 House of Representatives seats.
Labor sets record for women in cabinet
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled the make up of his first frontbench, with a record 13 of the 30 members being women.
China shelves Pacific regional agreement
China is shelving a Pacific regional agreement, despite saying the proposal had general support from island nations.
New head for prime minister’s department
Professor Glyn Davis has been appointed to lead the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, replacing Phil Gaetjens.
Sydney to challenge Franklin’s AFL ban
Sydney megastar Lance Franklin will challenge a one-game suspension offered to him by the AFL for striking Richmond's Trent Cotchin.
Bodies found at Nepal plane crash site
The wreckage of a missing plane has been found in Nepal's Himalayas, a day after it went missing with 22 people on board, along with several bodies.
Wighton gets centre-stage Origin reprieve
Jack Wighton is confident he is ready to perform at centre in State of Origin after Brad Fittler's shock call to start him in Game I.
Shanks’ husband linked to Mexican cartels
A Mexican state's attorney-general has linked the disappearance of Australian mother Tahnee Shanks to drug cartels in Cancun.
Littleproud pledges to evolve with regions
David Littleproud has become the new leader of the National Party, saying the party needs to change along with its constituents.
Cricketers brace for busiest summer
Australia's men will play at least 27 fixtures in their busiest ever home cricket summer, with white-ball matches to begin in August and Tests in November.
Dutton to return to ‘true Liberal values’
A one-time police officer, Queenslander Peter Dutton is the new leader of the federal parliamentary wing of the Liberal Party.
Labor set to form majority government
Labor is on track to win the Melbourne seat of Macnamara, giving them the 76 needed to govern in their own right.
Hindley becomes first Aussie to win Giro
Perth cyclist Jai Hindley has become Australia's first winner of the Giro d'Italia, one of cycling's greatest races, after the final time trial in Verona.
Giants go to third on Super Netball table
The Giants have moved to third spot on the Super Netball ladder after taking care of business against Adelaide Thunderbirds in a 59-50 win.
Parramatta edge Canberra in NRL thriller
Parramatta have produced a strong second-half defensive display to beat Canberra 28-20 in their NRL clash at GIO Stadium.
Vixens cement top spot in Super Netball
The Melbourne Vixens are on the brink of claiming the Super Netball minor premiership after a hard-fought 64-60 win over Sunshine Coast Lightning.
Dogs loss extends Addo-Carr’s day of woe
Josh Addo-Carr had an afternoon to forget as Canterbury fell to a 34-24 defeat at the hands of St George Illawarra.
Magpies snatch win over AFL foes Carlton
Jack Silvagni's late snap shot floated agonisingly wide for Carlton as AFL rivals Collingwood hung on for a thrilling four-point victory.
Giants’ Bobby Hill diagnosed with cancer
AFL club GWS are providing their full support to forward Bobby Hill, who has been diagnosed with testicular cancer.
Real Madrid undisputed kings of Europe
Real Madrid have become European champions for a record-extending 14th time after beating Liverpool 1-0 in the Champions League final.
Tupou in surprise State of Origin recall
Four potential State of Origin debutants have been picked in a NSW squad that includes the shock selection of Daniel Tupou at the expense of Josh Addo-Carr.
Aussie Hindley roars to verge of Giro win
Jai Hindley is on the verge of a magnificent Giro d'Italia triumph after taking control of the race by one minute 25 seconds going into the final time trial.
In-form Suns give Hawks Darwin thrashing
Gold Coast have won their third match in four outings to move within a game of the AFL top eight, smashing Hawthorn by 67 points in Darwin.
Tedesco stars in Roosters win over Sharks
James Tedesco has led from the front to spearhead the Sydney Roosters to a 36-16 NRL win over Cronulla after the Sharks staged a second-half fightback.
Western Utd stun City for first ALM title
Western United have won their first A-League Men championship by stunning Melbourne City 2-0 in the grand final, completing John Aloisi's redemption arc.
Johnston breaks Souths’ try-scoring record
Alex Johnston has gone to the top of South Sydney's all-time try-scoring charts, claiming a hat-trick in the NRL club's 44-18 win over Wests Tigers.
Surging Fremantle end Demons’ AFL streak
Melbourne's 17-game AFL winning streak has come to an end in stunning fashion with Fremantle piling on the last 10 goals to score a 38-point victory at the MCG.
Swans star Franklin offered one-game ban
Sydney superstar Lance Franklin has been ruled out of the Swans' AFL clash with Melbourne after being handed a one-game ban for striking Trent Cotchin.
Cats pull clear for AFL win over Crows
Jeremy Cameron provided some clips for the highlights reel as he kicked four goals in Geelong's 42-point AFL win over Adelaide.
Rod Pampling three off Senior PGA lead
Australia's Rod Pampling is three shots off the pace midway through the Senior PGA Championship at Benton Harbour.