‘Can’t compete’: Super coaches weigh into PNG debate
Two of the NRL's most successful modern coaches have weighed into the debate about the concessions afforded to the league's forthcoming PNG franchise.
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Cats coach refuses to speculate on defender’s future
Geelong coach Chris Scott insists he wants to respect Jake Kolodjashnij's privacy and has batted away questions surrounding the Cats' concussion waiver.
Why Roosters aren’t in a rush to tie down Sam Walker
Sam Walker has put contract talks with the Sydney Roosters on hold, but coach Trent Robinson isn't panicking over his talented halfback's future.
Injured Panthers skipper has blessing to play World Cup
Isaah Yeo is set for pectoral surgery at some stage this year, but Ivan Cleary does not mind if it is delayed until after Australia's World Cup tilt.
Wallaroos coaching appointment upsets Scottish Rugby
Rugby Australia will pay compensation to Scottish Rugby after signing the recently released Sione Fukofuka as Wallaroos coach.
Test the best: Aussie swim ace primed for Pan Pacs
An Australian swim star says she's primed for the challenge of taking down the world's best at the Pan Pacific championships in the United States.
Biggest bank bullish on home loans despite budget hit
Commonwealth Bank home loan applications plunged after controversial changes to negative gearing and capital gains taxes, but it's hopeful of a recovery.
New Zealand PM Luxon survives, sacks plotting minister
Chris Luxon has stared down his detractors, winning a second confidence vote this year to stay as New Zealand Prime Minister ahead of the November 7 election.
Caretaker wants Carlton’s fulltime coaching job
Josh Fraser, after stunning success as Carlton's interim coach, has thrown his hat into the ring to become the Blues' next fulltime coach.
At least 2000 people killed in Congo’s Ebola outbreak
Congo's has recorded 2011 deaths among confirmed Ebola cases as authorities struggle to slow the fastest-growing outbreak on record.
Raiders star pays price for wild brain explosion
Several big-name players have been named to return for round 24 of the NRL, but Corey Horsburgh has paid the price for his brain explosion at Canberra.
AFL brings in lawyers to decide Cats controversy
The AFL probe into Geelong's handling of its secret concussion deal with Jake Kolodjashnij continues, while the defender will be rested this weekend.
Matildas star’s warning over A-Leagues pay row
As uncertainty surrounds the future of the A-Leagues, Australian defender Ellie Carpenter claims she is concerned by the state of the domestic game.
Test runs the key: why Webster is not Green with envy
Beau Webster is not trying to compete with fellow allrounder Cameron Green for a regular Test spot because he regards himself as a top batter in his own right.
My time is up: Veteran prop outlines NRL exit plan
Former NSW State of Origin prop Nathan Brown has revealed he has long intended to make 2026 his last season in the NRL, as he eyes off a finals exit at Manly.
Dogs feel benefit of ultimate restart in NRL finals run
Canterbury's revival has coincided with the NRL's reduction in set restarts, with players believing this style of football suits them ahead of the finals.
Aussie open water swim queen triumphs at Pan Pacs
Moesha Johnson has opened Australia's medal account at the Pan Pacific swimming titles, winning gold in the 10km open water race.
Gaffes, polls put New Zealand PM Luxon on the brink
Amid poor polling and a series of gaffes three months out from an election, New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has called a snap meeting on his leadership.
Jones accuser had ‘seen a ghost’ after alleged groping
An athlete couldn't meet his girlfriend's eye after returning from an overnight stay with radio giant Alan Jones. Then came the allegations of assault.
Vine time: Matildas hero seals A-League Women return
Cortnee Vine is back in the A-League Women while veteran Tameka Yallop has departed Brisbane to join another championship contender.
Bird flu ‘tsunami’ set to cause Aussie wildlife carnage
A "doom list" classes one in five Australian mammal and bird species as facing extreme risk from the deadly H5N1 virus as authorities race to vaccinate animals.
‘Put on a show’: Darwin-born Weatherald faces big Test
Jake Weatherald has made the most of a county cricket stint to find form and belief in his methods as he readies to play Test cricket in the city of his birth.
‘Put people first’: landmark AI probe to set guardrails
The opportunities of artificial intelligence and the risks it poses to humanity will be considered by a royal commission that "puts people first".
Homicide probe over as ‘body’ found to be lifelike doll
The contents of a dumped suitcase, which initially sparked a murder investigation, have been revealed as a lifelike doll with bruises and grazes.
Sharks rep star cops ban, Raiders prop spared
The NRL's match review has decided the fate of Cronulla forward Addin Fonua-Blake after he was sin-binned for a high tackle on a St George Illawarra player.
Cats board hold crisis meeting over concussion deal
Geelong will reply on Tuesday afternoon after the AFL sent them a 'please explain' over the secret concussion deal with defender Jake Kolodjashnij.
Bring it on: opening front of mind for adaptable Head
Travis Head will play in Australia, South Africa, India and England in the next 12 months and has revealed why he can succeed as an opener everywhere.
Aussie jumping for joy after dream win at world titles
It was a dream come true for Izobelle Louison-Roe when she soared to the gold medal in the high jump at the world athletics under-20 championships.
How PNG Chiefs poached Penrith star To’o in major coup
The PNG Chiefs have completed another significant signing with the recruitment of star NRL winger Brian To'o.
Penrith hold hope Yeo repeats past premiership heroics
Penrith star Isaah Yeo has avoided surgery on an injured pectoral muscle for now, but the Panthers will take a wait-and-see approach on his rehabilitation.
Talks leave Labor odds-on to win gambling reform stoush
Contentious gambling reforms are on track to pass parliament with bipartisan support, despite fears from opponents the changes don't go far enough.