Migration fuelling almost half of regional growth Regions could add hundreds of thousands of people should Australia overhaul its system, as research shows the proportion of migrants in population growth. AAP · Sep 8
Cleary sight: Cronk has Dolphins No.7 running to glory The example of Nathan Cleary and the wisdom of legendary halfback Cooper Cronk have given Dolphins playmaker Isaiya Katoa inspiration ahead of the finals. AAP · Sep 8
Old Cowboy gives Cotter biggest win at NRL judiciary A former North Queensland under-20s player has had his greatest moment for the club, acting as Reuben Cotter's lawyer to clear the lock to play in the finals. AAP · Sep 8
Child dead, six more injured following vehicle rollover A vehicle rollover has killed a school-aged child and left six more injured, as investigations into the cause of the single-vehicle crash continue. AAP · Sep 8
Roos ask retired Pies star to help them find a coach North Melbourne have revealed the six-person panel that will decide on the club's next senior coach, and a former Magpies star was a surprise addition. AAP · Sep 8
Frantic calls aired after blaze kills five kids, dad Domestic violence, no smoke alarms and restrictions on the firefighting response will be examined as part of an inquest into six deaths from a house fire. AAP · Sep 8
Alleged 850kg coke smuggler 'told it was tobacco' A young Lithuanian man on trial with four other people for allegedly importing almost a tonne of cocaine says he thought he was trafficking tobacco. AAP · Sep 8
Cops 'piled on' protesters at anti-Herzog rally: court Two protesters who were injured during a confrontation with police at a rally against the visit of Israeli president Isaac Herzog have launched legal action. AAP · Sep 8
AI revolution hinges on data centre 'social licence' Data centre and artificial intelligence leaders have been told Australia risks missing a "fourth industrial revolution" if it cannot allay public concerns. AAP · Sep 8
AFL chairman discusses 'meaningful change' for fixture AFL chairman Craig Drummond has admitted there will be "meaningful change" to the fixture when Tasmania enter the competition in 2028. AAP · Sep 8
World of Warcraft gaming meeting ended in alleged rape A woman's interstate trip to meet face-to-face with online friends took a turn when she was allegedly sexually assaulted by a fellow gamer. AAP · Sep 8
Gang violence fuels calls for action on cigarette tax The federal government is coming under increased pressure to act on links between the tobacco excise and a thriving black market fuelling organised crime. AAP · Sep 8
One Nation state leader admits drug use 'mistakes' One Nation's Victorian leader has denied being a drug addict and insists he still has the support of Pauline Hanson despite his previous substance use. AAP · Sep 8
What Sharks players think about coach's monitor mauling Craig Fitzgibbon went viral when he belted a monitor screen in his box and Cronulla players are feeling their coach's frustration. AAP · Sep 8
AAP · Sep 8 'Elites': Olympic rowing site critics cop premier blast A premier has hit back at critics of the proposed 2032 rowing venue for the Brisbane Olympics, accusing them of not wanting the event held in a regional area.
AAP · Sep 8 Why Socceroos coach has no regrets about shootout calls Coach Tony Popovic claims even with hindsight he would still substitute Maty Ryan on for Australia's penalty shootout defeat to Egypt at the World Cup.
AAP · Sep 8 Home truths that set rising Knights star free Newcastle wrecking-ball Francis Manuleleua was struggling for game time part of the way through 2026 before being told to lose weight and fix his work ethic.
AAP · Sep 8 Money isn't everything: Penrith star's big future hint Penrith star Liam Martin has revealed he could forego more money elsewhere to stay at the Panthers, as he weighs up his future beyond the end of 2027.
AAP · Sep 8 United battling injury concerns ahead of NBL tip-off Star guards Cole Anthony and Shea Ili are among several Melbourne United stars nursing injuries ahead of the NBL season opener against Adelaide.
AAP · Sep 8 'Turned the corner': how Latrell feared season was over South Sydney came close to losing Latrell Mitchell to injury for the season, but now he's firing on all cylinders in time for the NRL finals.
AAP · Sep 8 Western Bulldogs AFL premiership hero calls time Western Bulldogs premiership hero and veteran midfielder Tom Liberatore has announced his AFL retirement.
AAP · Sep 8 Geelong warned: stand in front of Treacy at your peril Josh Treacy had an off day against Hawthorn last week, but Andrew Brayshaw expects the All-Australian forward to go into overdrive against Geelong.
AAP · Sep 8 'Let down Zomi': slain aid worker's mates want justice Friends of an Australian humanitarian worker killed while delivering aid in Gaza are demanding an investigation and the expulsion of the Israeli ambassador.
AAP · Sep 8 'Legacy to carry on': family firm's plane tragedy agony The deaths of a dairy company founder and his daughter in a plane crash have been described as "absolutely heartbreaking" as tributes pour in for the pair.
AAP · Sep 8 Jackie O says ARN misled market over Kyle bust-up Radio giant ARN says it was hamstrung by its former star Jackie "O" Henderson's desire for confidentiality when it told the share market her show was off air.