Coach Cleary admits Panthers’ desire can be questioned
Coach Ivan Cleary has admitted questions can be asked over whether Penrith have the will to push for another NRL premiership, after back-to-back losses.
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Bulldog Jones escapes AFL ban, but Blue cops one week
Western Bulldogs defender Liam Jones can escape with a $2500 fine for his dangerous tackle, but Carlton forward Matthew Owies has copped a one-match ban.
Marshall shock omission from AFL’s All-Australian squad
Max Gawn is a chance to land his seventh All-Australian blazer after being named in the extended squad, but Saints ruckman Rowan Marshall was a shock omission.
Popyrin leads promising Australian US Open challenge
Alexei Popyrin is keeping his eye on the ball after leading four Australians into the second round of the US Open on day one at Flushing Meadows.
UN issues rallying cry on climate for Pacific
The UN secretary-general has used the Pacific Islands Forum to call for developed nations to quit fossil fuels and fund developing countries to adapt.
Petracca trade ‘unrealistic’ for Magpies: McRae
Collingwood aren't a "realistic" destination for Melbourne star Christian Petracca, according to coach Craig McRae, while John Noble wants to join Gold Coast.
Tens of thousands rally at CFMEU protests across nation
Thousands of CFMEU members across Australia have walked off job sites in unprotected industrial action to protest the union's administrative takeover.
AFL season over for injured Port defender Kane Farrell
Kane Farrell will miss Port Adelaide's AFL finals campaign with the influential defender ruled out for the season with a severe hamstring injury.
Warnings student cap could hurt economy and research
Plans to cap international student numbers will "apply a handbrake" to one of the nation's biggest exports, the peak university body warns.
Waerea-Hargreaves knows he let Roosters down: Tedesco
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has taken an early guilty plea for his latest high tackle, all but guaranteeing he will play for the Sydney Roosters at least once more.
I’ve made poor decisions, admits Latrell Mitchell
NRL superstar Latrell Mitchell has released his first comments about the white-powder scandal that landed him before the South Sydney board.
Storm rest 11 on run to finals, name three debutants
NRL minor premiers Melbourne have rested a host of stars for their penultimate game of the regular season.
Tribunal rules Carlton forward Owies out of AFL final
After six hours of AFL Tribunal hearings, Carlton's Matthew Owies and Melbourne's Kysaiah Pickett have both been unable to overturn bans for dangerous tackles.
St Helens sign North Queensland winger Kyle Feldt
English Super League outfit St Helens have announced the signing of North Queensland winger Kyle Feldt for 2025.
Israeli assault in the West Bank kills at least nine
Palestinian officials say Israel is carrying out raids across the occupied West Bank.
De Minaur shines as wizards of Oz weave US Open magic
World No.10 Alex de Minaur has returned from a hip injury to join nine other Australians in the US Open second round in New York.
‘It was tough’: Kings’ Galloway opens up on NBA axing
Jaylin Galloway has opened up about his whirlwind foray into the NBA with the Milwaukee Bucks, and subsequent return to the Sydney Kings.
Tigers confirm Bolton, Rioli and Baker want to leave
Liam Baker is the latest player set to leave Richmond, while Hawthorn are on track to lure West Coast defender Tom Barrass.
Pacific backs Australia’s regional police initiative
Anthony Albanese has wasted no time getting to work at the Pacific Islands Forum in Tonga, announcing support for his Pacific Policing Initiative.
‘Closure’ for victims as serial rapist swim coach named
Former champion swimming coach Richard "Dick" Caine raped and sexually assaulted young athletes over several years, leaving lasting scars on his many victims.
Dockers star Young tried to play on with a broken leg
Fremantle midfielder Hayden Young says he didn't realise he had broken his leg during Sunday's 20-point loss to Port Adelaide.
Steve Smith, David Warner lead BBL’s all-star cast
Steve Smith has re-signed with the Sydney Sixers as David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne and Alex Carey also pledge allegiance to BBL franchises.
Former PM’s daughter becomes youngest-ever Thai leader
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the daughter of divisive former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, has won the backing of parliament to become Thailand's youngest prime minister.
Cherry-Evans’ smarts shine through for Manly in big wet
Daly Cherry-Evans has shown every bit of his 324 games of NRL experience to lead Manly to a 24-10 win over the Warriors, edging his side closer to the finals.
Young bags hat-trick as Roosters belt Eels in the wet
The Sydney Roosters have continued their charge to the NRL finals by thrashing Parramatta at a rain-soaked Allianz Stadium.
Slow-starting Swans end Essendon’s finals dreams
Essendon's finals dreams are over after being overrun by ladder-leaders Sydney, with the Swans booting 12 goals to four in the second half.
Liberals’ council nomination extension plea rejected
The NSW electoral commissioner has rejected the state Liberals' request for more time after the party failed to nominate candidates for a string of local seats.
Manly receive good news on Garrick, wait on Talau scan
Manly's Reuben Garrick has avoided a ban for a hip-drop tackle, while fellow Sea Eagles centre Tommy Talau is awaiting results of scans on his pectoral muscle.
Controversial Allianz Stadium pitch under investigation
An investigation has been launched into the condition of the Allianz Stadium pitch which failed to drain properly during Friday night's NRL match.
Red flag heaps pressure on Supercars leader Brown
Broc Feeney has claimed pole at Symmons Plains but Triple Eight teammate Will Brown is under threat atop the Supercars ladder after coming 15th in qualifying.
Legendary racehorse Black Caviar dies
Australian horseracing is in mourning following the death of 15-time Group One winner and unbeaten mare Black Caviar.