Dragons recruit’s NRL exile set to continue
Dean Young will keep St George Illawarra recruit Daniel Atkinson out of his starting side for at least another week after being impressed by his replacement.
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Breakaway Arnhem Land council shocks NT Indigenous body
Yolngu leaders have launched the breakaway Dilak Land Council at Garma, stunning the Northern Land Council and reshaping the land rights fight in Arnhem Land.
Son of a riding gun among three Aussies boxing for gold
Australia will have a trio of up-and-coming boxers fighting for Commonwealth Games gold, with teenager Jacob Cassar leading the charge in Glasgow.
‘Bittersweet’ medal for history-making Fijian boxer
Jasmine Daunakamakama shed tears of pride after becoming the first Fijian woman to win a Commonwealth Games medal in boxing.
Treacy the key as Dockers finally beat Bulldogs flood
Fremantle forward Josh Treacy has kicked three goals as the Dockers locked in a top-two berth and two home finals with a fighting victory over the Bulldogs.
Dogs turn attention to Roosters after Storm victory
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo is already focussed on next Friday's blockbuster clash with the on fire Roosters after fighting hard to overcome brave Storm.
Dragons coach praises rookie ref on big call in loss
On return from injury, Dolphins halfback Isaiya Katoa was in the middle of a big moment that helped seal victory over St George Illawarra in Wollongong.
‘A mountain’: Titans vow to make Tino milestone count
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will play his 100th match for the Gold Coast and coach Josh Hannay wants to make it a win over the Warriors to honour the star prop.
Young gun thriving as Hawks fly on and off the field
Connor Macdonald loves that Hawthorn have become a destination club and is shining in a new role that has helped the Hawks reach third on the ladder.
Lomax still in Wallabies World Cup selection frame
Despite being set to leave rugby, code-hopper Zac Lomax will be kept firmly in the mix as the Wallabies walk the road to the 2027 World Cup.
Blore arrival signals major upheaval in Broncos pack
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has defended the club's recruitment strategy as he prepares to back 22-year-old prop Va'a Semu against Newcastle.
Axed Manly coach Seibold scooped up by PNG Chiefs
Anthony Seibold has unveiled his next rugby league coaching move, signing with the PNG Chiefs ahead of their inaugural season.
UK rapper found not guilty of raping Australian fan
A British rapper and media personality accused of raping a fan after an Australian show has been acquitted of some charges.
Mafia and escort bosses named in notorious cold case
Two key people are alleged to have lied in police investigations as conclusions are drawn in one of Australia's most notorious cold cases.
Trial for mum, daughter over alleged Islamic State time
Two women accused of travelling to Syria to join Islamic State have formally pleaded not guilty and will face a Supreme Court trial.
Conservative Liberal lobbyist labels co-founder ‘dodgy’
A member of a conservative Liberal faction has told a corruption probe he believes he got the idea to create a fake invoice from his "dodgy" co-founder.
US, Iran trade barrages as quick resolution hopes dim
The US and Iran have resumed hostilities, with fears the drawn-out war will spread further across the Middle East.
Sprint stars bullish ahead of another date with destiny
Lachie Kennedy and Torrie Lewis both have golden chances to grab another medal at what has been a remarkable Commonwealth Games for Australia's athletics team.
Men win team sprint, women claim team pursuit at Games
The women's team pursuiters and the men's team sprint, featuring Leigh Hoffman, have won gold on day one of the Commonwealth Games track cycling program.
Magpies coach throws support behind Hill as star exits
Collingwood have confirmed Bobby Hill's departure from the club, while defending the premiership star who has been racially abused on social media.
Diamonds delighted with big win in Glasgow semi tune-up
Defending netball champions Australia are through to the Commonwealth Games semi-finals after demolishing Northern Ireland to remain undefeated in Glasgow.
FIFA scraps controversial World Cup investment plan
FIFA has decided to abandon its divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity after receiving pushback from all corners of the soccer world.
Cats claw into top six with topsy-turvy win over Pies
Geelong have held off a fast-finishing Collingwood to claim a 25-point victory at the MCG as the jostling for spots in the AFL's top six heats up.
Bulldogs spearhead out of crunch Freo clash
The Western Bulldogs' attacking stocks have taken a hit ahead of facing Fremantle, while the Dockers have regained a star.
Hope dwindles as Japan quake death toll rises to 25
Time is running out to find survivors of a powerful earthquake that hit southern Japan, as the death toll rises and recovery efforts continue.
Emotional enforcer eager to make final chapter count
Club legend Josh Papali'i is set to leave the Raiders after 15 years and he's spoken about what's motivating him ahead of Canberra's must-win run-in.
‘Love to keep them’: Crows coach on in-demand trio
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he'd love to keep three key defenders at the Crows amid interest from rival clubs.
Storm coach responds to Munster’s PNG ultimatum
Cameron Munster claimed he would remain at Melbourne for 2028 if Craig Bellamy was still at the club, and now the master coach has weighed in.
‘Politicisation’: MP’s lawyer fumes over assault arrest
Arresting a federal politician at his home rather than simply issuing a court summons shows the MP is unfairly being made an example of, his lawyer claims.
Australia assisting man facing death penalty in Syria
Lawyers for a Gold Coast man facing a possible death penalty in Syria are seeking to ensure his rights are protected as federal authorities provide assistance.
‘Mission accomplished’: tears flow as Aussie wins gold
Battling doubt and heartbreak, Australian weightlifter Eileen Cikamatana has blitzed her rivals and set a Commonwealth Games record in Glasgow to win gold.