Litchfield takes Thunder to one win from WBBL final
Phoebe Litchfield has stood up when it mattered most, lifting the Sydney Thunder to a six-wicket win over Hobart in their knockout WBBL final.
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Herbert nabs Aust Open lead as Smith also runs hot
In-form Lucas Herbert has snatched the Australian Open lead as smarting pre-tournament favourite Cameron Smith also ran hot in the first round.
Social media ban ‘significant risk’ to child’s rights
A blanket social media ban for Australians under 16 has been criticised for limiting rights and not having enough privacy safeguards for all users.
Prison isolation looms for cop after fatal Taser shot
An officer who fatally tasered an aged-care resident is waiting to learn if he will be put into isolation in custody after his manslaughter verdict.
Veteran Liberal senator retires to seek ‘new direction’
Simon Birmingham has made a heartfelt speech to colleagues as the Liberal called time on his 17-year Senate career to pursue a "commercially oriented" future.
Webster comfortable batting anywhere in Test team
Tasmania allrounder Beau Webster has been added to the Test squad for the first time, with selectors worried about the fitness of a sore Mitch Marsh.
Tigers coach Kimmorley wants NSW women’s Origin job
Wests Tigers NRLW coach Brett Kimmorley says the NSW Women's State of Origin job is of "genuine interest" to him.
Deportation, travel ban and dogs in detention laws pass
Three migration bills giving the government extensive powers to deport non-citizens and bar entry to Australia for some nationalities have passed the Senate.
Sharks’ star NRLW recruit announces pregnancy
Star prop Caitlan Johnston-Green is expecting her first child in May and is likely to miss at least part of her first NRLW season at Cronulla.
Bronson Xerri caps comeback year with new Bulldogs deal
Resurgent centre Bronson Xerri will remain at Canterbury until at least the end of 2027 after signing a new contract.
Top bank chief reveals why rates are still on hold
Australia's top central banker reveals why she still hasn't pulled the trigger on interest rate cuts despite similar countries already taking action.
Suaalii and Edmed out to give Wallabies a final splash
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will play the last Test of Australia's European tour in Dublin while Tane Edmed is set to be the Wallabies' 19th debutant of 2024.
Iga Swiatek suspended for one month in doping case
Iga Swiatek is the latest tennis ace at the centre of a doping case, being handed a one-month suspension after testing positive for a banned substance.
Tech giant concern as social media ban passes
The parent company for Facebook has hit out at a looming ban on under 16s for social media, labelling the process as rushed.
No Smylie face as superstar Smith crashes at the Open
Cameron Smith has suffered a dramatic second-round collapse as his LIV Golf teammate Lucas Herbert surged to a four-stroke Australian Open lead in Melbourne.
Taser cop devastated by pain of elderly victim’s family
A senior constable who fatally tasered a 95-year-old woman says he remains 'devastated' by her death, after learning his bail will be continued over Christmas.
Indigenous leader locked up for ‘calculated’ $1m theft
Indigenous leader Geoff Clark and his son Jeremy have been sentenced after they were found guilty of stealing almost $1 million from Aboriginal organisations.
NZ Navy report finds Manawanui sinking ‘human error’
Human error was behind the sinking of New Zealand Navy vessel Manawanui, which crashed into a Samoan reef in October.
UK MPs give initial support to assisted dying bill
A bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales has passed in parliament, setting up months of further debate on the issue.
Herbert eyes Australian Open crown after hanging tough
Unheralded American Ryggs Johnston has joined home hope and halfway frontrunner Lucas Herbert in the Australian Open lead after a wet and wild third round.
Boland unsure of call-up after Hazlewood ruled out
Scott Boland is waiting for the selectors' call as the likely replacement for injured paceman Josh Hazlewood.
Kangaroos claim first AFLW flag with win over Brisbane
North Melbourne have won their first AFLW premiership, completing an unbeaten season with a 30-point win over Brisbane in the grand final.
Roos cruise past Lions into AFLW history books
North Melbourne have won their first AFLW premiership, completing an unbeaten season with a 30-point win over Brisbane in the grand final.
Roar end ALM losing streak, claim draw with Bulls
A-League Men battlers Brisbane Roar have claimed their first point of the season after a late Macarthur own goal leveled scores in their frenetic 4-4 draw.
Piastri wins Qatar F1 sprint race in McLaren one-two
McLaren neared a first F1 constructors' title in 26 years as Lando Norris handed Australia's Oscar Piastri victory in a one-two finish in the Qatar GP sprint.
Wallabies end tour with agonising defeat to Ireland
The Wallabies have ended their northern tour with a narrow 22-19 defeat to Ireland in Dublin, their second loss to go with two wins in four British Isles Tests.
World No.954 Johnston stunned to win Australian Open
Ranked No.954, unheralded American Ryggs Johnston has shocked the golfing world with a remarkable Australian Open victory at Kingston Heath.
Donald Trump taps loyalist Kash Patel as FBI head
Donald Trump has named loyalist Kash Patel as FBI head, turning to a fierce loyalist to upend the top US law enforcement agency.
Matthews stars in Melbourne Renegades’ first WBBL title
West Indies star Hayley Matthews has fired with bat and ball against Brisbane Heat at the MCG, powering the Melbourne Renegades to their maiden WBBL title.
Ephraums triple lifts Melbourne to Hockey One title
Melbourne are the new Hockey One men's champions after Kookaburras star Nathan Ephraums starred in a 5-2 win over Canberra Chill in the grand final.
Goulding fires before injury scare as United beat Kings
Chris Goulding's hot hand was a first-half highlight before Melbourne United withstood a huge fightback from the Sydney Kings in a tough NBL victory.