AFL footy boss defends controversial Cats non-goal AFL football operations boss Greg Swann said the right process was followed when Ollie Dempsey's spectacular shot at goal was controversially ruled a behind. AAP · Sep 16
Aussie men and women ranking as more equal than ever Australia has broken into the top 10 gender-equal nations for the first time, but is slipping on some measures, a global report has found. AAP · Sep 16
Shooting accused 'demanded stranger help' flee police A woman allegedly lured a cashed-up man to a hotel room and stood by as he was shot in the leg before a 1000-kilometre run from police, a judge has heard. AAP · Sep 16
'No better time': Khawaja backs Renshaw for Test runs Usman Khawaja, who re-signed with the Brisbane Heat, says Australian batter Matt Renshaw is in perfect position to make a success of his Test cricket return. AAP · Sep 16
Taliban diplomacy necessary, but with strong conditions Australia should engage conditionally with the Taliban to ensure support for suffering Afghan citizens is prioritised while avoiding full legitimisation. AAP · Sep 16
Landlord denies cold case murder of tenant over rent A landlord is on trial, accused of murdering a man who was last seen leaving his regional home more than two decades ago. AAP · Sep 16
'Not about religion': Liberals told to condemn sect Leaders of the secretive Exclusive Brethren church will be compelled to speak at a federal inquiry, after it was reported they harassed MPs and voters. AAP · Sep 16
'I haven't plateaued': Demon ready for Davis Cup Alex de Minaur, still licking his wounds after an early US Open exit, is relishing a Davis Cup return to Brisbane where Australia host Poland. AAP · Sep 16
Payout for dead-named transgender health employee A transgender health worker has been awarded compensation after being forced to reveal his obviously female birth names in a recruitment process. AAP · Sep 16
Electric check-out: Coles opens greener grocery store It is not just the bags that are green: a Melbourne supermarket will use renewable energy and customised technology to reduce its environmental footprint. AAP · Sep 16
Residents urged to be vigilant as bushfire still burns People are assessing damage to their properties after a bushfire threatened homes on the rural outskirts of Darwin, with reports of buildings being lost. AAP · Sep 16
Hawks' 'pawn' out to checkmate Lions in AFL final Harry Morrison loves chess especially when he's a couple of steps ahead of the game and hopes Hawthorn can do the same in Saturday's AFL preliminary final. AAP · Sep 16
Hero rats tasked with detecting contaminated soil African giant pouched rats could be used to detect soil that has been contaminated with petroleum, posing health risks to communities. AAP · Sep 16
Sliding doors moment delivered Marzhew back to Holbrook Justin Holbrook handed Greg Marzhew a debut at Gold Coast back in 2021, but he is now feeling the benefit of releasing the winger to Newcastle 18 months later. AAP · Sep 16
AAP · Sep 16 Tight fit for forward-thinking Swans in Dockers duel Sydney are weighing up rolling the dice on tinkering with their attack for a preliminary final against Fremantle, with Joel Amartey back in the frame.
AAP · Sep 16 Cleary injury could lead to more World Cup tugs-of-war Mitch Moses is one of several NRL stars named in multiple nations' World Cup squads, with Nathan Cleary's injury to potentially impact Lebanon's campaign.
AAP · Sep 16 Appeal after young mum's body found in sand dunes Police have appealed for information after a young woman's body was found at a popular beach just days after she was last spotted at a hair salon.
AAP · Sep 16 'Complete bastard': premier wants more jail for killer The man behind a brutal DV murder should spend more time behind bars, a state premier says, after the 31-year-old received a discounted sentence.
AAP · Sep 16 JackJumpers coach sets timeline for departure Scott Roth says he hopes to guide the Tasmania JackJumpers through a transitional period before paving the way for their next NBL coach.
AAP · Sep 16 Nepal floods a climate 'wake-up call' for Australia Australia's humanitarian funding to the Nepal-Tibet floods is a "drop in the ocean," climate groups have warned in an open letter to the prime minister.
AAP · Sep 16 Special bond: Beale and O'Connor to take on Brumbies James O'Connor has been named to make his first appearance for the Western Force since 2011 when they take on the Brumbies in Perth on Sunday.
AAP · Sep 16 Wallaroos prop endorses rising star before Frrench Test Eva Karpani believes barnstorming prop Faliki Pohiva has a big future ahead of her in the Wallaroos fold.
AAP · Sep 16 Steals of the century: how Freo's misfits became gems Fremantle have mashed together a Bombers discard and a series of speculative picks to create one of the most feared attacks in the competition.
AAP · Sep 16 Aussie plumbing products giant to be acquired for $3.9b Plumbing and heating solutions company Reliance Worldwide has agreed to be bought out by private equity giant Brookfield, giving its investors a windfall.
AAP · Sep 16 Former Warriors NRL star in surprise Reds rugby cameo Former Warriors NRL winger David Fusitua, after two impressive seasons in Brisbane club rugby, will make a surprise Queensland Reds pre-season cameo in Roma.