Former official wants Qld integrity probe
A former Queensland record keeper has called for an inquiry into state government integrity, saying "everyone knows" there are cultural and structural problems.
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Virus sub-variant ‘not cause for concern’
Australia's deputy chief medical officer Michael Kidd says experts worldwide are monitoring a new Omicron sub-variant but it is not yet causing concern.
Qld govt plan unclear on boarding schools
Queensland boarding schools want more information about how COVID-19 cases and contacts will be managed as they wait for rapid antigen tests to arrive.
Misery craves company in tourism revival
Hidden away on the south coast of WA, Misery Beach has beaten out iconic coastal swimming spots to be crowned Australia's best beach.
Qld murder accused freed after new info
Police have dropped charges against a man arrested over the deaths of a couple whose bodies were found after a house fire south of Brisbane.
Robinson shown the door at ALM Wanderers
Carl Robinson has been sacked as coach of the Western Sydney Wanderers after the club's dismal start to the 2021-22 A-League Men season.
Qld records 13 deaths, details school plan
Queensland has recorded 13 virus-related deaths and 8580 new cases as details are released about its back to school plan just over a week before classes return.
Another deadly day as NSW provides support
The death toll stemming from the Omicron variant continues to grow, as NSW provided a new $1 billion business support package.
How Barty avoided major Open threat
Newly-crowned Australian Open champion Ash Barty has revealed the lengths she went to in order to avoid the disaster of catching COVID-19 during the tournament.
Jubilant Barty recalls hitting rock bottom
Ash Barty candidly admits she could never have won the Australian Open if she hadn't taken time out from tennis after hitting rock bottom in late 2014.
Food relief for flooded South Australia
The Australian Defence Force will deliver food relief to flood-affected parts of South Australia as rain continues to fall across the state.
Phoenix don’t want ALW participation award
Classy Wellington midfielder Grace Jale says her side are sick of making up the numbers and want to finish their inaugural A-League Women season with a bang.
Murder charges over ‘complex’ Qld deaths
A 28-year-old Ipswich man has been charged with murder and arson over the deaths of two people whose bodies were found after a house fire south of Brisbane.
Housing shortage hurts regional Australia
High rents and housing shortages in regional Australia are making it difficult for some people to return home, while also forcing out essential workers.
Anxiety high ahead of return to school
Parents and students approaching the return to school as COVID-19 case numbers soar are feeling increased anxiety about what the year will bring.
PM issues Kanye West vaccination warning
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says US rap star Kanye West will need to be fully vaccinated if he wants to go ahead with his Australian stadium tour.
Defiant Wanderers coach not giving in
Under-fire Western Sydney coach Carl Robinson has insisted he won't be giving in to his critics despite the Wanderers slumping to a 3-0 ALM loss to Brisbane.
Creek, Adnam key in Phoenix NBL victory
Behind stellar performances by Mitch Creek and Kyle Adnam, South East Melbourne have powered to their fourth straight win in the NBL.
Roar heap more pressure on Robinson in ALM
A comprehensive 3-0 win for Brisbane Roar has heaped more pressure on Western Sydney coach Carl Robinson as the Wanderers slip to second-last on the ALM ladder.
Hawks start NBL road trip on winning note
Illawarra have started their three-game NBL road trip with a 94-75 win over Cairns following stellar games from Tyler Harvey and Justinian Jessup.
City snatch injury-time ALW win over Roar
A stoppage-time header by Hannah Wilkinson has secured Melbourne City a come-from-behind 2-1 ALW triumph over Brisbane Roar at Moreton Daily Stadium.
Socceroos rookie King secures Danish move
Newly-capped Socceroos defender Joel King has capped a big week, confirming a move to Danish Superliga club Odense BK just days after his national team debut.
Lions hold off Geelong in AFLW thriller
Geelong have pushed the Brisbane Lions all the way in an AFLW thriller, with the Cats falling just two points short of upsetting the reigning premiers.
James Whelan completes Festival win in SA
James Whelan has overcome a one-minute penalty imposed after his stage one win to claim the overall victory in the Festival of Cycling event in South Australia.
Qld must offer small business support: LNP
The Queensland Opposition says the state government must provide support for COVID-hit small businesses.
Sack Qld housing minister: Opposition
The Queensland Opposition has called for the housing minister to be sacked, saying she misled parliament over a former state official's departure.
Man charged after Queensland shooting
Police have charged a man with a string of offences after an alleged shooting in Brisbane's north that left a man in a critical condition.
New virus death toll high within 24 hours
Australia has again recorded its highest daily death toll of the pandemic, with 97 fatalities so far.
Newcastle Jets itching for ALM action
The Newcastle Jets are itching to return to action on Sunday against Adelaide United after a six-week gap between A-League Men games.
Wright lauds unmissable Barty brilliance
Surfing world champion Tyler Wright says the only thing better than Ash Barty's on and off-court excellence is the fact that everyone gets to see and enjoy it.
Wild weather clean-up begins in Victoria
Thousands of Victorians are without power and many have sought assistance from the state's emergency service, after storms caused heavy rain and flooding.