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Bennett defends Smith, says police saga is 'trivial'

Bennett defends Smith, says police saga is 'trivial'

Wayne Bennett has claimed Brandon Smith is only being used by police to send a message to the public, after he was hit with drug supply and betting charges.

Disused bowlo in Aboriginal hands after High Court win

Disused bowlo in Aboriginal hands after High Court win

Disused bowlo in Aboriginal hands after High Court win

Disused bowlo in Aboriginal hands after High Court win

An abandoned lawn bowls club will be passed to an Aboriginal land council, with a High Court decision set to ripple across numerous crown land leases.

'Promise to Jack': parents warn about fatal knife crime

'Promise to Jack': parents warn about fatal knife crime

'Promise to Jack': parents warn about fatal knife crime

'Promise to Jack': parents warn about fatal knife crime

Hard truths about dabbling with deadly weapons are being delivered by the parents of slain teen Jack Beasley after an escalation in youth stabbings.

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Thin blue line as police force struggles with vacancies

Thin blue line as police force struggles with vacancies

A wage increase and other initiatives to attract more officers are yet to shift the dial at the nation's biggest police force, where 2470 positions are vacant.

Disobedient Dogs at risk of being bitten by rap sheet

Disobedient Dogs at risk of being bitten by rap sheet

More than 50 NRL players will enter round 27 with their finals series at risk of being blown apart by a bad judiciary record, with Canterbury the most at risk.

Sharks could lobby NRL amid Allianz Stadium debacle

Sharks could lobby NRL amid Allianz Stadium debacle

Allianz Stadium's drainage crisis could force Cronulla to host a final at their third-choice home ground, a prospect that may leave the Sharks lobbying the NRL.

Souths star wants No.6 jersey back in 2026

Souths star wants No.6 jersey back in 2026

Cody Walker is intent on reclaiming South Sydney's starting five-eighth spot from Ashton Ward once he puts a season of injury hell behind him.

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One down: Peters won't apply for Newcastle coach role

One down: Peters won't apply for Newcastle coach role

One down: Peters won't apply for Newcastle coach role

One down: Peters won't apply for Newcastle coach role

Willie Peters' manager says his client will not pursue the Newcastle head-coaching job, despite being asked to apply for the role.

One out, one in: Sydney add Peruvian international

One out, one in: Sydney add Peruvian international

One out, one in: Sydney add Peruvian international

One out, one in: Sydney add Peruvian international

Sydney FC hope Piero Quispe will help unlock their attacking weapons after signing the Peruvian midfielder on a season-long loan.

‘Immature’ superyacht worker avoids jail for kidnapping

‘Immature’ superyacht worker avoids jail for kidnapping

‘Immature’ superyacht worker avoids jail for kidnapping

‘Immature’ superyacht worker avoids jail for kidnapping

A superyacht worker who abducted his ex-girlfriend in an “extremely terrifying” ordeal has been handed a three-year intensive correction order.

Souths back Brandon Smith 'to the end' amid allegations

Souths back Brandon Smith 'to the end' amid allegations

Souths back Brandon Smith 'to the end' amid allegations

Souths back Brandon Smith 'to the end' amid allegations

South Sydney players insist it's business as usual for Brandon Smith despite serious criminal allegations hanging over the forward's head.

'Good to go': Giants set for huge AFL finals boost

'Good to go': Giants set for huge AFL finals boost

'Good to go': Giants set for huge AFL finals boost

'Good to go': Giants set for huge AFL finals boost

GWS coach Adam Kingsley will trust key forward Jesse Hogan to decide whether he can play against Hawthorn, while skipper Toby Greene is more confident.

Cherry-Evans to let future call roll into off-season

Cherry-Evans to let future call roll into off-season

Cherry-Evans to let future call roll into off-season

Cherry-Evans to let future call roll into off-season

Manly veteran Daly Cherry-Evans says he will make a decision in the off-season if there is enough fuel in the tank to play on, insistent no call has been made.

Slain teen’s partner vows to ‘never forgive’ killers

Slain teen’s partner vows to ‘never forgive’ killers

Slain teen’s partner vows to ‘never forgive’ killers

Slain teen’s partner vows to ‘never forgive’ killers

The family of a 19-year-old man murdered by a father and son during a high-speed pursuit say his death has been the harshest life sentence possible.

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'Weirdest injury': Tracey talks about tummy trouble

Connor Tracey knows a thing or two about injuries but the Canterbury fullback was in unchartered waters during his last stint on the sidelines.

'Don't give a rat's': Sharks embrace Penrith's mindset

Ronaldo Mulitalo wants Cronulla to be more like Penrith and not worry about whether they finish the regular season in the NRL's top four.

Friend saw men hanging from plane amid skydive 'chaos'

A young mechanic has become emotional while describing how he saw his friend dangling upside-down from a plane before a fatal skydiving fall.

Tigers hunt for new NRLW coach after Kimmorley exit

Brett Kimmorley has stepped down as coach of the Wests Tigers' NRLW side after a 2025 season where they picked up just one win.

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Rhinestones, feathers and sparkles to launch the Fringe

The Fringe festival features almost 3000 artists including burlesque performer Evana De Lune, who says her raunchy act is empowering.

'Corrupt' dockers accused of hiding drugs in false wall

As night fell over Australia's second busiest port, two dock workers are accused of quietly toiling away on a discarded container, packed with 500kg of cocaine.

Knights star backs Green's footy IQ in coach search

The longest-serving player in Newcastle's current squad says Blake Green's man management and football IQ make him ready to replace Adam O'Brien.

Indigenous language, song celebrated on iconic stage

A desire to revitalise languages from a remote community is bringing Country to one of Australia's most iconic arts venues.

Tribalism and Toyota: Supercars hope for fandom revival

Toyota has unveiled the new Supra model that Supercars hopes can kickstart a fandom renaissance in the shadows of the traditional Holden-Ford rivalry.

Farmers still waiting on flood 'rapid' recovery grants

A state agriculture minister has conceded the government's delivery of financial aid to farmers hit by May's devastating floods has been too slow.

Wallaby to Roo? Nawaqanitawase firms for 34-year first

Mark Nawaqanitawase stands on the cusp of a 34-year first following his eye-catching opening NRL season with the Sydney Roosters.

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