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Drunk driver jailed for killing ex-partner while on AVO

Drunk driver jailed for killing ex-partner while on AVO

The sister of a woman killed in a drink driving crash at the hands of her abusive former partner has faced him in court, saying her family was shattered.

NRL grand final to honour retired Souths star

NRL grand final to honour retired Souths star

NRL grand final to honour retired Souths star

NRL grand final to honour retired Souths star

The NRL grand final will feature an emotional pre-game tribute to Jai Arrow, accompanied by a performance of Liverpool FC's anthem "You’ll Never Walk Alone".

Ponga tears showed Newcastle's ultimate transformation

Ponga tears showed Newcastle's ultimate transformation

Ponga tears showed Newcastle's ultimate transformation

Ponga tears showed Newcastle's ultimate transformation

Kalyn Ponga's commitment to Newcastle can never be questioned again, with the fullback on the verge of fulfilling the prophecy of being a long-awaited saviour.

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Water record-breaking start to short-course swim titles

Water record-breaking start to short-course swim titles

Australia's top swimmers have kicked off the national short-course championships in style, with records tumbling on the first night of finals in Sydney.

Crossland banned four games for Cleary tackle

Crossland banned four games for Cleary tackle

Newcastle's Phoenix Crossland will miss the NRL grand final and most of the World Cup after receiving a four-match ban for his hip-drop tackle on Nathan Cleary.

Why Roosters star answered England call for RLWC

Why Roosters star answered England call for RLWC

While brother Ethan holds out hope for a Kangaroos debut, Sydney Roosters star Jasmin Strange will link up with England for the Rugby League World Cup.

Roosters make Watson call amid concussion cloud

Roosters make Watson call amid concussion cloud

Connor Watson's availability for the NRL grand final hinges on the Sydney Roosters utility attaining a medical sign-off after a concussion in their prelim win.

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Pledge to 'wreck' mayor aired at corruption hearing

Pledge to 'wreck' mayor aired at corruption hearing

Pledge to 'wreck' mayor aired at corruption hearing

Pledge to 'wreck' mayor aired at corruption hearing

A former councillor and rogue developer's lawyer admitted he planned to bring down a mayor, as a corruption inquiry probing Liberal Party figures concludes.

Suburban data centre dumped after inquiry spotlight

Suburban data centre dumped after inquiry spotlight

Suburban data centre dumped after inquiry spotlight

Suburban data centre dumped after inquiry spotlight

Plans for a data centre slated for one semi-suburban area have been dumped in a win for community groups opposing construction near residential zones.

Why grand final run might not net Knights coach Dally M

Why grand final run might not net Knights coach Dally M

Why grand final run might not net Knights coach Dally M

Why grand final run might not net Knights coach Dally M

Justin Holbrook has achieved a stunning feat in his first year as Newcastle coach but the Knights' grand final berth won't count towards Dally M points.

How rollercoaster Roosters ride was making of Crichton

How rollercoaster Roosters ride was making of Crichton

How rollercoaster Roosters ride was making of Crichton

How rollercoaster Roosters ride was making of Crichton

Angus Crichton was made to fight for his future at the Sydney Roosters more than once during his eight-year stint. Another premiership now awaits as the reward.

Jury to visit house where cop's ex, new partner killed

Jury to visit house where cop's ex, new partner killed

Jury to visit house where cop's ex, new partner killed

Jury to visit house where cop's ex, new partner killed

The 15 jurors in the double murder trial of former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon will be taken for a viewing of the house where the two men were killed.

Why Knights loved sight of McEwen goading Penrith alpha

Why Knights loved sight of McEwen goading Penrith alpha

Why Knights loved sight of McEwen goading Penrith alpha

Why Knights loved sight of McEwen goading Penrith alpha

Jermaine McEwen earned the admiration of his Newcastle teammates for hunting down Penrith tough man Moses Leota.

'No mercy': Aussie swim star fires warning for new era

'No mercy': Aussie swim star fires warning for new era

'No mercy': Aussie swim star fires warning for new era

'No mercy': Aussie swim star fires warning for new era

Vowing to have no mercy in the pool, Flynn Southam is relishing the spotlight as Kyle Chalmers' heir ahead of the Australian short course championships.

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Nothing but respect: Cleary defends embattled Knight

Nathan Cleary has taken the extraordinary step of defending Phoenix Crossland on social media over the hip-drop tackle that ruined the Penrith star's season.

Cleary may win Dally M from hospital bed after surgery

Nathan Cleary has had emergency surgery on his horror ankle injury, which could deny him the ability to accept the NRL's biggest individual award in person.

NRL tease 11-minute act with GF entertainment back on

The NRL's move away from pre-match entertainment for the grand final has been short-lived, with Peter V'landys plugging a mystery 11-minute act.

Water detail insight into accused killer cop's fixation

Focusing on the significance of a cup of water on a bedside table is a sign of Beau Lamarre-Condon's obsession with his slain ex, a jury has heard.

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Fairytale finish set up for Smith against Roosters

One year on from being squeezed out of the Sydney Roosters by Daly Cherry-Evans' arrival, Sandon Smith can now win a premiership against his old club.

Unlikely winner from Knight's ban for Cleary tackle

Harrison Graham is set to be the big beneficiary from the grand final suspension that awaits Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland.

'Good spirits': Roosters players back Watson for GF

The grand final-bound Sydney Roosters are expected to launch a bid to free Connor Watson from concussion protocols, with teammates attesting to his recovery.

Prison bed numbers boosted after huge crime clampdown

A premier is betting on a jail bed boom to handle more people held on remand, as police turn to high-visibility operations to take weapons off the streets.

BBL fallout: former NSW premier quits as CA chair

Former NSW premier Mike Baird has resigned as Cricket Australia chairman as the Big Bash League privatisation saga continues.

Roosters utility's long road to NRLW decider, World Cup

Fiji international Taina Naividi has endured two ACL tears and the death of her father en route to what she hopes will be an elusive NRLW premiership.

Kings run riot as Hawks' miserable start continues

Sydney produced some second-quarter magic to claim their second victory of the season while leaving the struggling Hawks winless to start their campaign.

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