Why Solomon Islands PM had to apologise to Albanese Anthony Albanese has met with his Pacific counterpart for the third time in almost as many months on the sidelines of the UN. AAP · Sep 21
Mother of all derbies lights fire in Broncos powerhouse Brisbane prop Shannon Mato will play her former club Gold Coast in the preliminary final as a new mum determined to do her son Charnze-Pati proud. AAP · Sep 21
'He's a rat': why Gallen's back to fight big Nelson At 45, NRL great-turned-boxer Paul Gallen is returning to the ring after answering an SOS call from promoters to fight the 'Big Nasty' Nelson Asofa-Solomona. AAP · Sep 21
Widened search, gangland probes after boy shot in face Detectives are looking for witnesses nearly a day after boy, 11, was shot inside a unit, probing possible organised crime links among those present. AAP · Sep 21
Falling veteran suicide rates remain far above average The effectiveness of support for veterans leaving the defence force will come under further scrutiny, as suicide rates remain higher than for other Aussies. AAP · Sep 21
Apples and oranges: watchdog's comparison site warning Savvy consumers might be getting less than they bargained for from price comparison websites, as the corporate watchdog sniffs out dodgy operators. AAP · Sep 21
Councils fear data centres 'coming at us' on prime land Local councils have called for state and federal governments to crack down on data centre developments, as potential residential land is snapped up. AAP · Sep 21
Bid to cut sex assault trial trauma with 'ground rules' Victims taking the stand in trials against attackers will no longer have to repeat degrading and sordid details due to a state's courtroom reforms. AAP · Sep 21
Australia urges slowdown of AI race in global statement Australia has joined more than 20 other countries in urging for greater protections against artificial intelligence as the technology rapidly expands. AAP · Sep 21
Hospital 'difficulties' in Hillcrest tragedy aftermath A senior health executive has told an inquest into the deaths of six children in a jumping castle accident about problems communicating information to parents. AAP · Sep 21
Dockers might still have Wharfie Time at final - Dillon Fremantle's 'Wharfie Time' crowd and player motivator might still be permitted at their AFL grand final clash with Brisbane, AFL boss Andrew Dillon says. AAP · Sep 21
'Eat your greens': how Dolphins won over King Kuli Kulikefu Finefeuiaki has transformed his career on and off the field and it started with coach Kristian Woolf urging him to polish off the salad on his plate. AAP · Sep 21
Brisbane star Neale still banned for AFL grand final Brisbane gun Lachie Neale's AFL grand final ban still stands after a dramatic night at the tribunal. AAP · Sep 21
Baby bonus not on the cards to halt fertility freefall Deaths will outnumber births in Australia by 2066, leaving fewer young workers to sustain an ageing population as women face choosing between career and family. AAP · Sep 21
AAP · Sep 21 'It sucks': Daicos on next goals after Brownlow win Superstar midfielder Nick Daicos insists Collingwood can soon challenge again for the AFL premiership following this year's slide to 10th.
AAP · Sep 21 Gallop takes surprise positional switch in stride Versatile Lion Ty Gallop is preparing for his second AFL grand final, playing a completely different position, in just his 27th game.
AAP · Sep 21 Knights wrecking ball has Nathan Cleary in his sights Francis Manuleleua is keen to test Nathan Cleary's dodgy foot as Newcastle aim to gun down Penrith in the NRL preliminary final.
AAP · Sep 21 Presenter 'fearful, scared' of killer cop, sister says The tearful family of a man killed by his jealous ex has told of how their loved one feared for his safety but was completely smitten with his new partner.
AAP · Sep 21 'Worse, more intense': PM's climate warning to leaders Anthony Albanese has urged leaders to take more action on climate change - saying community resilience to natural disasters can only go so far.
AAP · Sep 21 Brazil friendlies a 'reality check' for new Socceroos With seven potential debutants in the squad, veteran Milos Degenek is backing the new Socceroos generation to prove their mettle against Brazil.
AAP · Sep 21 Banned Swan falls well short in Brownlow Medal vote The AFL avoided the unwanted scenario of one of Sydney's suspended stars winning the Brownlow Medal with Isaac Heeney finishing outside the count's top five.
AAP · Sep 21 No Nicking this one: Daicos claims first Brownlow Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos has won his first Brownlow Medal with a record 47 votes.
AAP · Sep 21 'Confusing call' mars Johnson magic as Tasmania win Tasmania have shrugged off a slow start to win their opening game of the NBL season over South East Melbourne after a late call benefited them.
AAP · Sep 21 Glitz and red carpet glamour on AFL's night of nights The red carpet has been rolled out ahead of the 2026 Brownlow Medal presentation with AFL stars and their partners turning out in style.
AAP · Sep 21 No decision made on banned five's future, say Swans Sydney boss Matthew Pavlich says the club hasn't decided if its five exiled players will return after reports of the suspended group's expected reintegration.