Bulldogs aim to regain defensive mojo in run to finals The Bulldogs were the best defensive team during the 2024 home-and-away season, and they'll need to rediscover that form if they are to gatecrash the finals. AAP · Jul 24, 2025
Bontempelli identifies Bulldogs' top-eight deficiency A day after re-signing with the Western Bulldogs for another four years, superstar Marcus Bontempelli knows what they need to bridge the gap to the top teams. AAP · Jul 23, 2025
Walters will speak to Samoa trio about rep futures New Australia coach Kevin Walters will deal with the threat of Samoa fielding three of his stars for the Pacific Championships and beyond when the time's right. AAP · Jul 23, 2025
Under-fire Wallabies dismiss 'ridiculous' criticism World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward's criticism hasn't gone unnoticed with the Wallabies, who must beat the Lions in Melbourne to keep their series alive. AAP · Jul 23, 2025
Walters embraces 'lifetime' chance to coach Australia Kevin Walters is committed as Australia coach for the next 12 months and has put all aspirations to return to the NRL aside as he targets Ashes success. AAP · Jul 22, 2025
Brisbane goes for gold with $70b win from 2032 Olympics The next Olympic Games in Australia is forecast to inject more than $70 billion into the economy over 20 years but an expert has cast doubt over its legacy. AAP · Jul 22, 2025
Suaalii urged to become Wallabies centre of attention Len Ikitau has called on his star Wallabies centre partner to roam far and wide against the Lions. AAP · Jul 22, 2025
If Lions complete Australia rout, clamour for tour of France will grow It may open the Lions to accusations of parochialism, but there is a compelling case for staying in Europe The Guardian - UK · Jul 22, 2025
Still suffering: family grieves murdered grandmother Murdered grandmother Vyleen White's family say they take comfort in how her death brought about tougher bail and prison terms for juveniles. AAP · Jul 22, 2025
Farrell keeps it in the family with Lions captaincy Playing his 20th Lions match, Owen Farrell with lead the tourists against the First Nations and Pasifika XV in Melbourne after getting the nod from his dad. AAP · Jul 21, 2025
Wallabies true believers with Lions series on the line In his second series, James Slipper is in familiar territory with the Wallabies prop telling teammates to take belief from the way they finished the first Test. AAP · Jul 21, 2025
Kangaroos captain endorses next green and gold coach Australia captain Isaah Yeo has backed Kevin Walters' looming appointment as Kangaroos coach, believing someone without club ties is right given the timing. AAP · Jul 21, 2025
'Easy target' Lynagh leans on dad, ready for round two The Wallabies have seen the warrior within Tom Lynagh as they plot a response in Melbourne's must-win second Lions Test. AAP · Jul 20, 2025
How 'stars aligned' for the Wallaby that got away Sione Tuipulotu has carried a chip on his shoulder since leaving Melbourne and can appreciate the symmetry now he has the chance to seal a Lions series there. AAP · Jul 20, 2025
AAP · Jul 19, 2025 Fagan hails Dunkley after Dogs win Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has proclaimed Josh Dunkley as the best defensive midfield player in the AFL after Friday's 10-point win over the Western Bulldogs.
AAP · Jul 19, 2025 Powerbrokers cut as 2032 Olympics committee streamlined Brisbane's Olympic Games organising committee has cut 10 members, including powerbrokers and Olympians, after a 100-day review said it should be streamlined.
AAP · Jul 18, 2025 Heartbreak to hope: Australians urged to donate organs Three families are sharing how organ donation brought hope after their heartbreak and why they want more Australians to register and help save lives.
AAP · Jul 18, 2025 Lions defeat Bulldogs in tough Gabba thriller Brisbane have come out on top of the Western Bulldogs in an AFL arm wrestle, winning 12. 14 (86) to 12. 4 (76) at the Gabba.
AAP · Jul 18, 2025 Boss of troubled DNA lab resigns after being suspended A director has resigned in another setback for a beleaguered DNA lab that had major failings over a number of years exposed by back-to-back inquiries.
AAP · Jul 17, 2025 'If not now, when?': Lynagh ready for Lions hot seat He's played just three Tests and never started, but Tom Lynagh is the man tasked with directing traffic at No.10 to begin the Lions series.
AAP · Jul 16, 2025 Wallabies throw 'psycho' bolter to Lions for debut A debutant Wallaby labelled a "psycho" has been tasked with filling the void left by injured ball-carrier Rob Valetini in the first Lions Test.
AAP · Jul 16, 2025 'You've got me': NRL great busted for drink driving An NRL great has been fined and had his license disqualified for almost a year after being busted driving almost four times over the blood alcohol limit.
AAP · Jul 15, 2025 Son of Wallabies gun eyes Lions family history Wallabies playmaker Tom Lynagh is jostling with his former mentor James O'Connor for a chance to make Australian rugby history and face the touring Lions.
AAP · Jul 15, 2025 Police burnt out juggling jobs in DV-hit state One state's police respond to up to 180,000 domestic and family violence calls every year and need more support, with unions calling for change.
AAP · Jul 15, 2025 'It's not nice': star Titan backs under siege coach Gold Coast coach Des Hasler is in the firing line but back-rower Beau Fermor insists he does not deserve to be sacked.