Lyon to boost Sixers for BBL finals
Nathan Lyon is set to return to BBL action, while Moises Henriques is begging Steve O'Keefe to reconsider his retirement call.
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Returning Marsh stars in Scorchers success
A swift half-century for the returning Mitch Marsh has powered BBL minor premiers to a six-wicket win over lowly Brisbane Heat in Melbourne
Heat set Scorchers 156 for victory in BBL
BBL minor premiers Perth Scorchers have been set 156 to beat Brisbane after Heat batter Max Bryant scored a career-best 81 in their score of 7-155.
Aus, NZ flights to assess Tonga damage
Power is being restored in Tonga, two days after the mammoth Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcanic eruption which caused a tsunami across the Pacific.
Blast could imperil Tonga’s food supplies
Tonga could face food and water shortages after this weekend's underwater volcano blast, Australian scientists say.
City discover ACL group stage opponents
A-League Men's champions Melbourne City will face opposition from South Korea, Thailand and the Philippines in their first Asian Champions League campaign.
Lone Qld region remains free of COVID-19
The outback region of Boulia is now Queensland's only local government area yet to record a COVID-19 case after Pormpuraaw in Cape York reported its first.
Tonga awaits further volcanic eruption
An estimated 80,000 people have been impacted by a volcanic eruption in Tonga, as aid providers await advice on COVID-19 and other hurdles.
SA abattoir defends handling of virus
The operators of an abattoir in SA's southeast have defended their handling of a coronavirus outbreak that spread from the local community to the facility.
Nix coach would share COVID recovery data
Wellington Phoenix coach Ufuk Talay says he'd have no issue sharing data on his player's fitness and recovery post-COVID infection with other ALM clubs.
Debate rages over Omicron peak evidence
Health authorities in several states say the peak of the Omicron wave of COVID-19 is nearing, as numbers plateau across the country.
Sami extends Titans NRL deal until 2024
Two-time Queensland State of Origin winger Phillip Sami has taken himself off the NRL's open market, signing a new two-year deal at Gold Coast.
Flood-hit Qld may take years to recover
Gympie mayor Glen Hartwig says it will take years for his flood hit southeast Queensland region to recover from a "once in a lifetime" disaster.
Qld youth jail plan ditched after backlash
The Queensland government has decided against a plan to turn a Sunshine Coast police watch house into a remand facility for youth offenders.
Sturridge to feature in Glory’s ALM return
Perth coach Richard Garcia says star import Daniel Sturridge will feature when the Glory end a 42-day wait between ALM fixtures against Brisbane.
High Asian Cup hopes for Matildas’ Raso
As she heads into her third Asian Women's Cup, in-form Matildas winger Hayley Raso is ready to take on a senior role in Australia's quest to win the tournament.
Knights spine a picture of inexperience
Jayden Brailey's achilles injury has left Newcastle with the second least experienced spine of any team to start the 2022 NRL season.
Head hails Carey’s selfless Ashes series
Alex Carey's place in the XI was questioned this summer but Travis Head believes Australia should take confidence from the keeper's 'exceptional' Ashes series.
Reasons for economic optimism: treasurer
Deloitte Access Economics analyst Chris Richardson is upbeat on Australia's outlook despite the challenges posted by the Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Unvaccinated Qld cops, teachers face sack
Police staff and teachers in Queensland face losing their job for failing to get a COVID-19 jab as the state government defends its vaccine mandates.
Officials optimistic as Omicron peak nears
Health authorities in several states say the peak of the Omicron wave of COVID-19 is nearing, as numbers plateau across the country.
Boosters urged in Qld after seven deaths
Queensland has posted a record seven COVID-19 deaths and 15,122 new cases, as the number of patients in hospital reaches more than 700.
Lion Hipwood eyeing May return from ACL
The start of the new AFL season is a bridge too far but Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says forward Eric Hipwood is tracking for a May return from his ACL injury.
Flights disrupted following Tonga tsunami
International flights have been diverted to Australia in the wake of the volcanic eruption and tsunami in Tonga.
Booster message in Queensland virus deaths
Queensland's recent deaths from COVID-19 have rammed home the importance of getting booster shots, the state's chief health officer says.
Most believe rapid tests should be free
A new survey by the Australian Institute has found 72 per cent of Australians believe rapid antigen tests should be free to everyone.
Masters debut on Min Woo Lee’s mind
Young Australian golf star Min Woo Lee will leave for the United States, via Europe, happy with his early form ahead of his Masters debut in April.
Aust flight to assess Tonga tsunami damage
Australia is sending a flight over Tonga to assess damage after the Pacific nation was hit by an underwater volcano eruption and the ensuing tsunami waves.
Maxi classic catch a “complete stuff up”
Glenn Maxwell took a catch for the ages in the Stars' big win against the Heat, but he wasn't as thrilled with his pouch as everyone else was.
Head named player of series, Hobart match
Travis Head has been named player of the series in Hobart after dismantling England's attack in a coming-of-age Ashes summer.
Melbourne Stars stay alive for BBL finals
The Melbourne Stars have curbed the Brisbane Heat's batters before dominating their bowlers in a comprehensive BBL victory.