‘Under the radar’: Star’s new role helps Spirit to soar
Bendigo's Olivia Pollerd believes the WNBL is underestimating her team, while Adelaide's Dallas Loughridge says her new coach has reignited their group.
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Chastened Hawks prevail as restocked Bullets fire
Brisbane's reinforcements fired but JaVale McGee, who had 30 points and 10 rebounds, ensured the Illawarra Hawks notched a much-needed home NBL win
Mooney magic continues as Perth reach WBBL decider
Perth will face Hobart in the WBBL title match, after Beth Mooney led the Scorchers to an 11-run win over the Sydney Sixers.
Social media ban slugged with second legal challenge
A High Court challenge filed against Australia's social media ban by a leading platform has been dismissed by a government minister as a "complete crock".
Reality TV star jailed over fatal chopper crash probe
Matt Wright tried to take advantage of a badly injured and vulnerable pilot, a court has been told, as the Outback Wrangler star was sentenced to a jail term.
No McVeigh, no worries as Cairns stun Hawks in boilover
Cairns have overcome the absence of superstar Jack McVeigh to post a shock 17-point win over Illawarra on enemy territory.
Piastri only third as Verstappen takes pole in finale
Aussie Oscar Piastri's hopes of the world F1 crown have slumped after title rivals Max Verstappen and Lando Norris finished ahead in Abu Dhabi GP qualifying.
Bushfire battles all but won as summer dials up threat
Families are picking up the pieces following devastating early-season bushfires, with leaders warning Australians to "expect the unexpected".
Socceroos set for wild west North American adventure
The Socceroos' North American west coast adventure at the World Cup has been confirmed, with matches in Vancouver, Seattle and Santa Clara in California.
Nightclub fire in India kills 25 in tourist hotspot
At least 23 people, including several tourists, have died after a fire broke out in a nightclub in the popular Indian beach resort state of Goa.
Great Dane denies Smith in epic Australian Open duel
Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen has dashed Cameron Smith's Australian Open dream in a thrilling climax at Royal Melbourne.
Australia thrash England at Gabba for 2-0 Ashes lead
Michael Neser starred on day four as Australia won the second Ashes Test at the Gabba to take a formidable 2-0 series lead over England.
Konstas shines again as NSW crush Queensland in Shield
There were more runs for Sam Konstas as NSW made light work of an undermanned Queensland to claim a 342-run Shield win.
I have no memory: Bryce Cotton blown away by crazy win
Adelaide have overcome a 21-point, third-quarter deficit to post a famous one-point win over the Wildcats in Bryce Cotton's emotional return to Perth.
Melbourne City, Brisbane Roar climb up ALW ladder
Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar have recorded Sunday victories in the A League Women's competition while Sydney FC and Western Sydney drew.
Aussie connections help Rasmus land Open golf crown
Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen is the toast of Europe after winning the Australian Open but he had local help from his Australian caddy and a tour pro.
Bragging rights secured as Spirit see off Flyers
The Bendigo Spirit have overcome a scare from the Southside Melbourne Flyers to win a sixth successive match, but their coach isn't getting ahead of himself.
Roar striker’s last-gasp ALM match-winner sinks Reds
Brisbane Roar are second on the A-League Men's ladder after Chris Long scored a spectacular last-gasp goal against Adelaide United.
Norris pays tribute to Piastri after F1 world title win
Lando Norris, world F1 champion after Max Verstappen won the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, has saluted teammate Oscar Piastri for helping push him to the title.
‘Breaks my heart’: mum’s anguish as teen inquest ends
The mother of a teen who fatally self-harmed in custody says she understands why her son took his life after a coroner delivered his inquest findings.
Departing Richardson urges NRL to protect Tigers fans
Shane Richardson has resigned as Wests Tigers CEO, while backing Benji Marshall as coach and saying he only wanted to work for an independent board.
Swastika sword seized as men charged over Nazi symbols
Three men will face court charged with the public display of Nazi symbols and possessing extremist material after a federal police investigation.
‘Some hurt in this’: Joyce jumps ship to One Nation
Barnaby Joyce says he's looking forward to joining forces with a "fellow traveller" in Pauline Hanson after confirming he will serve under her in One Nation.
Fighting erupts along disputed Thailand Cambodia border
Casualties have been reported in renewed fighting along the disputed border between Thailand and Cambodia with each accusing the other of breaching a ceasefire.
Season low as Bulls slide to seventh-straight NBA loss
Josh Giddey led Chicago's scoring but they were never in the hunt against an under-strength Golden State, falling to a seventh-straight NBA loss.
Wannabe impresses at Port in bid for AFL lifeline
Port Adelaide forward Jack Lukosius says a player out of the AFL system for a year is impressing in a bid to win a list spot.
Larkey to take over from Simpkin as Kangaroos captain
Nick Larkey, North Melbourne's co-vice captain this season, is about to be confirmed as their new captain after a vote among players.
Tonga’s medical staff face bans over Katoa head knocks
Three of Tonga's medical staff face possible two-year bans and another a formal warning under NRL breach notices concerning head knocks to Eliesa Katoa.
How Newcombe medallist de Minaur can go to next level
There's one thing John Newcombe believes four-time Newcombe medallist Alex de Minaur can improve to become one of the best few players in world tennis.
Disunity as Aboriginal people hear ‘powerful’ apology
Indigenous leaders have hailed a state's formal apology for past injustices while lamenting persistent ploys to make the population a "political football".
Thailand and Cambodia fighting spreads along border
Cambodia's Hun Sen has vowed to defend territory against Thailand as renewed fighting along the countries' border tests a fragile ceasefire.