The Latest Breaking News from Darren England

World Cup return bonus for reinvented allrounder

Nicola Carey knocked back a central contract to instead prioritise regular cricket at a lower level that she says ironically has powered her national return.

AAP · Jun 3

One Nation's Barnaby Joyce fires up anti-abortion rally

One Nation firebrand Barnaby Joyce has capitalised on his party's rise in the polls by appearing at a pro-life rally urging a vote against the major parties.

AAP · Jun 2

'Why I keep turning up': Maroons recall drives Dolphin

Dolphins forward Tom Gilbert has not played for Queensland for three years, but a key tweak in his game and the example of teammate Thomas Flegler provide hope.

AAP · Jun 2

Last-ditch push to save park slated for Olympic arena

A government and demonstrators remain at loggerheads over a central park that's earmarked to serve as the main Olympics stadium.

AAP · May 30

Lightning strike down Giants in Super Netball blowout

Donnell Wallam racked up 45 goals to steer Sunshine Coast Lightning to a comprehensive 20-goal victory over the winless Giants.

AAP · May 30

Traditional Owners saddened by Games site eviction

First Nations Elders have condemned what they say was the heavy-handed police removal of protesters at a Brisbane park slated as a 2032 Olympic venue.

AAP · May 30

Reds hold off Drua but Paisami cut down by knee injury

The Queensland Reds have missed out on fourth spot despite piling on seven tries to four in a 45-24 bonus-point win over Fijian Drua at Suncorp Stadium.

AAP · May 29

Lions veteran Zorko hit for six, Swans rest Grundy

Brisbane will have to battle out of their recent form slide without star veteran Dayne Zorko after scans more injury damage.

AAP · May 28

'Beats defenders easily': Reds teen licensed to run

Queensland teenager Treyvon Pritchard will be able to showcase his skills at fullback against the Drua as the Reds ready for the Super Rugby Pacific finals.

AAP · May 28

Notorious pedophile fights 'excessive' life sentence

A bid to slash an "excessive" life sentence has been launched by one of Australia's worst pedophiles who was jailed for 307 child sexual offences.

AAP · May 28