Sentence for killing two sex workers ‘unjust’: advocate
The life of a migrant sex worker is treated as less valuable than others, advocates say, as a man was jailed for at least nine years for killing two women.
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Talkback king Hadley to retire after decades behind mic
Veteran broadcaster Ray Hadley will give up full-time hosting duties at the end of the year after a long career defined by success but dotted by controversy.
Arrest threat for protesters who block major coal port
Plans by climate protesters to hold a floating blockade of a major coal port have been deemed unlawful by the NSW Supreme Court, but organisers vow to fight on.
‘Impossible to process’: why Raygun has quit breaking
Rachael Gunn, known as Raygun, has called time on her competitive breakdancing career after experiencing intense backlash following the Paris Olympics.
McSweeney, Bancroft out cheaply after Neser injured
Test aspirant Nathan McSweeney fell for 14 while opening for Australia A, keeping the door open for Marcus Harris to be recalled instead.
‘Don’t want them in Australia’: ex-detainee crack down
Australia is pressing ahead with its hardline approach to former immigration detainees, seeking to pay third-party countries to take in members of the cohort.
Cup final biggest game in Tongan history: Fonua-Blake
The historical significance of Tonga's upcoming clash with Australia is not lost on superstar captain Addin Fonua-Blake.
Scientists tip 2024 to be world’s hottest on record
The European climate agency says 2024 will very likely be hottest year on record, driven by the burning of fossil fuels.
Fortress Alberton holds no fears for ‘hardened’ Tigers
Richmond will play an AFLW game in Adelaide for the first time this Sunday when they take on Port Adelaide at Alberton in an elimination final.
Cavs notch best-ever NBA start, Warriors pip Celtics
Cleveland are 9-0 for the first time in their 55-year NBA history, the red-hot Warriors beat champions Boston and Boomer Jack McVeigh debuted for Houston.
Orcas’ bid has NRL coach, immediate title claims in NZ
The Southern Orcas have launched their bid to become the NRL's second New Zealand team, armed with a current NRL coach and $325 million in funding.
Kearney remains sidelined for North ahead of AFLW final
North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney remains out with her serious hamstring injury as the Kangaroos make one change for their AFLW qualifying final.
Scorchers pull off minor miracle, Thunder defeat Heat
Perth Scorchers speedster Ebony Hoskin has bowled a superb final over to lift her side to a thrilling two-run victory over the Melbourne Renegades.
Sydney FC fall short as Sanfrecce snatch 1-0 win
J-League heavyweights Sanfrecce Hiroshima came to Sydney and put a dent in the Sky Blues' AFC Champions League Two campaign.
Richardson to ride in cycling league after defection
Former Australian cyclist Matt Richardson, who has defected to Great Britain, will compete in the track champions league despite a two-year national ban.
Wallabies debutant Suaalii unleashed against England
Superstar cross-code signing Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been selected to make his Wallabies' debut at outside centre against England at Twickenham.
Anguish over paramedic killer’s ‘tragic’ case verdict
The man who brutally stabbed paramedic Steven Tougher to death has been cleared of his murder on mental health grounds, leaving a family searching for answers.
Kangaroos captain Kearney nears AFLW return for finals
North Melbourne's hamstrung captain Emma Kearney and Fremantle's Ash Brazill are among the notable players in the mix to return in week one of the AFL finals.
Tonga’s Katoa is game’s ‘next great halfback’: Meninga
After sealing Tonga's spot in the Pacific Championships final, Mal Meninga says Isaiya Katoa can go on and become a leading NRL halfback.
How coach Woolf thought Taumalolo call was a prank
Tonga officials thought Jason Taumalolo was tipsy when he called to say he wanted to represent the nation in 2017 to save Test rugby league.
Mooney and King lift Perth to WBBL win
A fine half century from Beth Mooney and five wickets to spinner Alana King have helped Perth Scorchers to a 28-run WBBL win over Brisbane Heat at the WACA.
Queen Camilla has chest infection: Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace says Queen Camilla is suffering a chest infection and has been forced to pull out of her engagements.
Donald Trump extends lead in US presidential race
Donald Trump is leading in the US presidential election although the result remains unclear in battleground states that will decide the winner.
Israel PM sacks defence minister, igniting protests
Protesters in Israel blocked highways and lit bonfires on roads after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired Defence Minister Yoav Gallant.
Warner gets closure on Cape Town as Thunder BBL captain
David Warner has admitted he feared his lifetime leadership ban would never be lifted, before finally earning a reprieve and getting closure on sandpaper-gate.
McSweeney to open for Australia A, firms for Test debut
In-form South Australia captain Nathan McSweeney has become the red-hot favourite to make his Test debut after being promoted to open for Australia A.
Minister works to skirt High Court ankle bracelet edict
Strengthened laws are imminent in a bid to keep electronic monitoring and curfew restrictions on former immigration detainees.
AFLW confirms night grand final, end to condensed draw
The AFLW grand final on November 30 will start at 7.45pm, while the league will not have a condensed fixture next season.
Josh Inglis to captain when Test players miss third ODI
Australia's Test players will miss the third one-day international against Pakistan, prompting selectors to promote Josh Inglis to the captaincy.
David Warner says CA ‘squashed’ India A tampering claim
David Warner claims Cricket Australia has questions to answer on the India A ball-tampering saga, accusing authorities of acting fast to "squash" the issue.
Refs made error late in Kiwis’ last-gasp loss to Tonga
New Zealand coach Stacey Jones has been told the on-field referee made an error late in his side's tight loss to Tonga at the Pacific Championships.