'Have to step it up': Sharks out to find another gear Cronulla captain Blayke Brailey has challenged his Sharks to find another level to try to match the Roosters in a boom-or-bust all-Sydney NRL semi-final. AAP · Sep 18
Scott in 'great shape' to win prestigious Euro event Australia's Adam Scott is in a good spot for the weekend at the BMW PGA Championship, lying second at halfway at an event he considers one of golf's biggest. AAP · Sep 18
Young talent peaking at right time for Freo Fremantle star Hayden Young is reaping the benefits of a careful management program as he sets his sets on premiership glory. AAP · Sep 18
Sydney veteran's future still clouded after finals loss Stand-in Swans' captain Dane Rampe's AFL future is unclear, with coach Dean Cox remaining non-committal after a devastating preliminary final loss. AAP · Sep 18
Flag-winning trio key in Dockers' grand final prep Only three players in Justin Longmuir's Fremantle have prior premiership experience, and they will be crucial in the Dockers' grand final preparation. AAP · Sep 18
Aussie investors using AI to trade in a volatile market Australians are still placing their bets on the share market despite an unstable geopolitical environment and many are turning to AI to support their decisions. AAP · Sep 18
Swans should be proud despite finals heartbreak: coach Saying he has learned a "hell of a lot" in his first finals campaign as Sydney coach, Dean Cox has expressed pride in his side amid the club's crisis. AAP · Sep 18
Lions star rediscovers best after backing of Fagan After the toughest season of his glittering career, Brisbane co-captain Hugh McCluggage has returned to form and is eyeing a historic premiership three-peat. AAP · Sep 18
Purcell's positive spin on ban ahead of crunch Cup tie Max Purcell's Davis Cup return, following an 18-month doping ban, has boosted Australian spirits ahead of a crucial tie in Brisbane against Poland. AAP · Sep 18
Worsening fuel crisis prompts Bowen flight to Riyadh Energy Minister Chris Bowen is off to Riyadh for talks on the Mideast crisis after a drone attack on a Saudi Arabian pipeline pushed up global oil prices. AAP · Sep 18
'Desert rangers are deadly': Aussies up for world prize Indigenous desert rangers caring for an area the size of Argentina will compete for a prestigious environmental award and worldwide attention. AAP · Sep 18
Data centres a wartime target, defence AI chief warns Australia's defence force has mapped out contingencies to protect its technology as it concedes data centres could be targeted during times of direct conflict. AAP · Sep 18
Fraser-McGurk's SA fireworks halted by Perth rain South Australia have been forced to settle for a share of the spoils against WA after rain halted their One Day Cup match in Perth. AAP · Sep 18
'We will be immortals': Dockers eye off history Fremantle will feature in just the second grand final of the club's history after coming from behind to defeat Sydney by 12 points at the SCG. AAP · Sep 18
AAP · Sep 18 Young plays down 'fluke' game-turning goal for Dockers Hayden Young says he wasn't confident of nailing his after-the-siren set shot against Sydney but was glad it went in after copping a mouthful from Swans fans.
AAP · Sep 18 Dockers' sizzling surge seals spot in AFL grand final Fremantle will meet either Hawthorn or Brisbane in the AFL grand final as they chase a maiden premiership after coming from behind to beat Sydney.
AAP · Sep 18 'Bloody good effort': Raiders end Tigers' fairytale Canberra have held on to beat Wests Tigers in a low-scoring NRLW semi-final, with Zahara Temara's game management the difference for the Raiders.
AAP · Sep 18 Hawks hang tough to end Kangaroos' record AFLW streak Hawthorn have ended North Melbourne's record 32-game winning streak, upsetting the two-time defending AFLW premiers by seven points in Cairns.
AAP · Sep 18 Court grants embattled developer 12-month extension The extension will allow administrators to finalise construction projects already underway, but is subject to securing additional funding.
AAP · Sep 18 Head back in the game as Aussies cane Zimbabwe A return to form from centurion Travis Head has led the way as Australia overpowered Zimbabwe by 84 runs in Harare to clinch the ODI series victory.
AAP · Sep 18 Corruption agency urged to boost whistleblower supports The National Anti-Corruption Commission needs more support for whistleblowers, a senator warns, while the organisation tries to improve its workflow.
AAP · Sep 18 'A reason I'm still there': Labuschagne on Test spot Marnus Labuschagne says there's a reason he's still in Australia's Test squad, but concedes lean returns have opened him up for criticism.
AAP · Sep 18 Lions star addresses motivation of potential three-peat Just two wins away from a third straight AFL premiership, Brisbane star Hugh McCluggage is adamant the chance to pull off a three-peat has yet to be discussed.
AAP · Sep 18 Double delight as Dolphins land two more big fish The Dolphins have secured another two pieces of their star-studded roster, with Selwyn Cobbo and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki inking contract extensions.
AAP · Sep 18 Corruption claims haunt fatal Defence helicopter crash A senate committee has recommended a review of a Defence investigation into a fatal army helicopter crash amid corruption concerns.