Police powers aim to avoid repeat of violent protests Influences involved in a notorious protest at a defence conference could travel to Western Australia to target this year's edition, officials warn. AAP · Jun 18
Nawaqanitawase reflects on bittersweet Origin debut Code-hopping star Mark Nawaqanitawase has reflected on starring on his State of Origin debut in a thumping NSW defeat to Queensland at the MCG. AAP · Jun 18
Vodafone back online after network outage causes chaos A major telco insists customers still had access to emergency services despite its network going down for a large part of the day. AAP · Jun 18
NSW centre dodges ban, Origin future still uncertain NSW centre Kotoni Staggs can accept a fine for the tackle that landed him in the sin bin during the second half of State of Origin II. AAP · Jun 17
Rising star's AFL link helping spur Super finals glory The Melbourne Mavericks' Jessie Grenvold will play her first Super Netball finals game on Sunday as she looks to build on her side's historic season. AAP · Jun 17
Labor dismisses doomed no-confidence vote in premier A state opposition has been accused of wasting parliament's time with a doomed debate and vote of no confidence in Premier Jacinta Allan. AAP · Jun 17
'No fear': Smith gives Maroons half ultimate accolade Former Queensland captain Cameron Smith says Maroons half Sam Walker is playing with the composure of a 20-game veteran and made his critics eat their words. AAP · Jun 17
'Dad wanted me to do this': Tino fires for Maroons Tino Fa'asuamaleaui's late father Fereti told him to "play hard" for Queensland and he did exactly that, while receiving inspirational support from teammates. AAP · Jun 17
'Be remembered for all-time': Blues urged to rise up Coach Laurie Daley says the Blues must approach the game-three decider in Brisbane as a challenge after they missed wrapping up State of Origin in Melbourne. AAP · Jun 17
Pressure to ramp up on Daley as Blues blunder For the second-straight year under Laurie Daley, NSW have thrown away a series-opening win to be left relying on a decider to lift the shield. AAP · Jun 17
New Maroons heroes shine like true believers Queensland unearthed three 24-year-old stars who responded to a dire situation with confidence, brilliance and desire to secure yet another Maroons miracle. AAP · Jun 17
'Vigilance wanting': ex-Star boss hit with $700k fine The corporate watchdog has failed to get a $1.3 million penalty imposed on Star's former chief for failing to inform the board of risky overseas punters. AAP · Jun 17
Qantas to announce launch of ultra-long-haul flights Qantas is poised to announce the first destinations for the world's longest non-stop flights under its "Project Sunrise" plan that's expected to launch in 2027. AAP · Jun 17
Aussie sprint king outlines lofty ambitions Queensland's Lachie Kennedy has his sights on achieving Commonwealth Games glory and a slice of Australian sprinting history before the year is out. AAP · Jun 15
AAP · Jun 15 'Absolute rubbish': work-from-home laws draw fresh flak Laws enshrining the legal right to work from home have arrived in the Victorian parliament, angering sections of the state's business community.
AAP · Jun 15 I can still play every Test, Lyon tells Aussie bosses As Nathan Lyon sees it, if NSW can recover to win State of Origin I, he can shake off a "traumatic" hamstring injury and become a must-pick Test player again.
AAP · Jun 15 Deputy swears off move to oust premier as Labor slides A poll shows a state Labor government remains on the nose with voters but is unlikely to trigger an immediate challenge to Premier Jacinta Allan's leadership.
AAP · Jun 15 Rested Dockers in right headspace for Cats blockbuster Caleb Serong is set to bolster Fremantle's on-ball brigade as the AFL ladder leaders return from their mid-season bye in a huge clash with Geelong in Perth.
AAP · Jun 14 'I got that wrong': Hogan struggles on AFL return GWS key forward Jesse Hogan had a tough day out in his AFL return, but coach Adam Kingsley backed him to be better for the run.
AAP · Jun 14 'Deliberate decision': Lyon backs Socceroos game clash St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has bought into the debate about the fixturing of their game against GWS, which went up against the Socceroos' World Cup opener.
AAP · Jun 14 Six-shooter Ryan shines again as Saints claim vital win Liam Ryan kicked a career-best six goals and Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera also starred as St Kilda beat GWS by eight points on Sunday at Marvel Stadium.
AAP · Jun 13 What Richard did next: making sense of Archibald win Archibald prize-winning artist Richard Lewer is taking up a residency at the Abbotsford Convent, a much-loved arts space that recently lost government funding.
AAP · Jun 13 Mavericks edge Firebirds as Nelson reaches milestone Shimona Nelson became only the second player to notch 5000 Super Netball goals, as her Melbourne Mavericks battled hard for a win over the Queensland Firebirds.
AAP · Jun 12 Fuel prices destined to jump despite record supplies The expected end to the 32-cent-a-litre fuel tax cut will see fuel prices tick back up despite hopes for a looming resolution to the conflict in Iran.
AAP · Jun 12 GMO labelling claims are past their use-by date Claims that the numbers printed on fruit and vegetable stickers identify whether the produce is genetically modified are based on outdated information.