Dolphins rookies urged to mine golden generation
Lani Pallister has broken a long-standing Commonwealth record moments before Australia named a 40-strong team for the looming world championships.
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South Africa unite nation with historic cricket triumph
Australia's glorious run in world cricket finals is over, upset by an inspired South Africa in an enthralling Test Championship decider at Lord's.
Israel, Iran bombard each other as Trump flags easy end
World leaders are urging Israel and Iran to de-escalate their conflict as the Israeli military warns residents near Iranian weapons facilities to evacuate.
Microscope on IVF giant over ‘inexcusable’ embryo error
A private fertility giant faces potential legal and regulatory backlash after transferring the wrong embryo to a woman, its second mix-up in months.
Coach Ryles welcomes hype as spurned Eels face Galvin
Lachlan Galvin's Canterbury club debut will come against Parramatta, the other NRL team that had pursued the teenage star amid his move from Wests Tigers.
Aussie swim star says risky gamble will reap rewards
Australian swim star Kyle Chalmers is shocked by the results of changing the training program that has propelled him to greatness in the pool.
Archer fires an early shot amid state political turmoil
Ousted federal Liberal MP Bridget Archer will attempt a return to politics as embattled state premier Jeremy Rockliff prepares to call an early election.
Milestone Papalii double lifts Raiders over Souths
Josh Papalii and Ethan Strange scored two tries apiece as the Raiders moved to the top of the ladder with a 36-12 win over South Sydney in miserable conditions.
Penrith have last laugh at Luai as Tigers slam referees
Penrith have defeated Wests Tigers in Jarome Luai's first game against the club where he won four NRL premierships at five-eighth.
‘Miracle’ PM gets top gong in the name of the King
A controversial ex-prime minister, an Oscar winner and several academics are receiving one of Australia's top merits on the King's Birthday Honours List.
‘Black and white’ bump as Blues hold off Bombers’ surge
Carlton's second-half woes threatened to doom them again, but they steadied in the last quarter for a pulsating eight-point win over arch-rivals Essendon.
Epic Alcaraz comeback seals amazing French Open triumph
Carlos Alcaraz has saved three match points to beat Jannik Sinner in five epic sets and successfully defend his French Open crown in one of the great finals.
Sarah Snook picks up Tony Award for Dorian Gray
Sarah Snook has taken home a Tony Award for leading actress in a Broadway play for her work in The Picture of Dorian Gray, where she plays all 26 roles.
Selection shock: Gordon fancied for Wallabies captaincy
Inspirational NSW Waratahs skipper Jake Gordon appears on track for a major Wallabies promotion ahead of the showpiece British and Irish Lions series.
Utoikamanu in as Cleary warns NSW halves set to explode
While Queensland are undergoing monumental changes in their halves, Nathan Cleary believes his combination with Mitch Moses will only grow better for NSW.
‘Really? Wow’ – Blues’ surprise at Cherry-Evans axing
Former NSW coach Ricky Stuart took a subtle dig at Queensland selectors over the decision to axe skipper Daly Cherry-Evans.
Sorensen’s tackle could be season-defining: Panthers
Penrith teammates are taking inspiration from a crucial effort play by Scott Soernsen as they battle to revive their title defence.
Dogs show they see Galvin as half after joyous arrival
Lachlan Galvin's much-publicised Canterbury arrival has ended with him scoring a try while playing halfback for the last 23 minutes of a win over Parramatta.
Gawn, May clash as Magpies win King’s Birthday thriller
Melbourne defender Steven May and captain Max Gawn have vented emotions at each other after Collingwood won a King's Birthday classic by one point.
No more ‘opening-itis’: Next man up for Aust at Lord’s
Usman Khawaja is almost certain to have a fifth opening partner since David Warner retired in January 2024 when Australia face South Africa in the WTC final.
Eels star facing ban after knocking over NRL referee
Parramatta are set to be without one of their biggest names for the round-16 clash with Gold Coast, after a charge for contrary conduct on a referee.
Swim star says DQ blunder will add to mental toughness
A golden girl of Australian swimming says her mental toughness will be boosted by being disqualified, then reinstated, at a race at trials for the world titles.
PM commits to ‘lasting change’ in second-term agenda
In his first major speech since Labor's election triumph, Anthony Albanese says he will build on his first term to deliver reforms across the nation.
‘Options considered’: state’s snap election call on ice
A state has been left in political limbo, with a Liberal minority premier's request for an early election being considered by the governor.
Marines, raids and protest further polarise US politics
The looming deployment of Marines into Los Angeles and intensified raids on suspected undocumented migrants have further polarised America's political parties.
Israel deports Greta Thunberg after seizing Gaza boat
Greta Thunberg has been deported from Israel after the world famous activist sailed on a boat carrying supplies bound for war-torn Gaza.
Edict fires two NRL greats into frame for Kangaroos job
The NRL has revealed its policy for hiring the next Kangaroos coach, which will prevent several of the game's biggest names from applying for the position.
Coach gives Reds the Kiss of life after sorry Super bow
The despondent Queensland Reds are licking their wounds after crashing out of the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals for a fourth straight season.
‘Special’ Hughes performance headlines Cowboys thumping
Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes has outshone North Queensland No.7 Tom Dearden, scoring two tries as the hosts notched a dominant win in Melbourne.
Comeback Crows’ late surge sinks Brisbane in thriller
Adelaide have kicked five goals to none in the last quarter to down the Brisbane Lions by five points at Adelaide Oval.
Tottenham sack Europa League winner Postecoglou
Tottenham have dismissed Australian head coach Ange Postecoglou after two seasons in charge of the EPL club and despite victory in the Europa League final.