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Kings rally in 'destiny' game to run down Taipans

Kings rally in 'destiny' game to run down Taipans

Kendric Davis took over as Sydney came from 24 points behind to beat Cairns by 14 and notch a seventh-straight NBL win.

Charity founder denies dozens of sexual assault charges

Charity founder denies dozens of sexual assault charges

Charity founder denies dozens of sexual assault charges

Charity founder denies dozens of sexual assault charges

A well-known charity founder has strenuously denied sexual assault allegations after he was charged with more than 50 offences.

Surf gods smile as Day retires with sixth Iron title

Surf gods smile as Day retires with sixth Iron title

Surf gods smile as Day retires with sixth Iron title

Surf gods smile as Day retires with sixth Iron title

The retiring Ali Day survived two tense elimination races then shot clear in the final to win a sixth Iron Series title in a fairytale finish on his home beach.

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Birthday girl Froling stars as Fire beat Capitals

Birthday girl Froling stars as Fire beat Capitals

Townsville Fire have celebrated Alicia Froling's 30th birthday with a dominant 16-point victory over Canberra, giving them an excellent chance to finish top.

Test contender's reality check as Tahs pump sloppy Reds

Test contender's reality check as Tahs pump sloppy Reds

World Cup Wallaby Carter Gordon showed glimpses of form in the No.10 for the Reds in his rugby return but was on the wrong end of a Waratahs trial game defeat.

Charity founder charged with sexual assault, rape

Charity founder charged with sexual assault, rape

A well-known charity founder has fronted court after being charged with more than 50 offences, including rape.

For Oz music, this is the best of times - and the worst

For Oz music, this is the best of times - and the worst

While Australian artists are rushing the Grammys, local musicians are fighting to be heard at home.

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McVeigh's 40 points lift Taipans to OT win in thriller

McVeigh's 40 points lift Taipans to OT win in thriller

McVeigh's 40 points lift Taipans to OT win in thriller

McVeigh's 40 points lift Taipans to OT win in thriller

Jack McVeigh torched his former team as he led the Cairns Taipans to an overtime NBL win at home over the Tasmania JackJumpers.

Injury fears for Matilda as Roar draw with Mariners

Injury fears for Matilda as Roar draw with Mariners

Injury fears for Matilda as Roar draw with Mariners

Injury fears for Matilda as Roar draw with Mariners

Matildas speedster Sharn Freier was injured as Brisbane Roar drew 2-2 with Central Coast in a dramatic A-League Women clash.

Bullets guard banned over role in NBL basket-brawl

Bullets guard banned over role in NBL basket-brawl

Bullets guard banned over role in NBL basket-brawl

Bullets guard banned over role in NBL basket-brawl

Brisbane Bullets and Adelaide 36ers players, plus two assistant coaches, have been hit with an array of charges by the NBL over an ugly in-game brawl.

'Don't pigeonhole him': Woolf open to Cobbo slot

'Don't pigeonhole him': Woolf open to Cobbo slot

'Don't pigeonhole him': Woolf open to Cobbo slot

'Don't pigeonhole him': Woolf open to Cobbo slot

Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf is keeping an open mind about where he plays new recruit Selwyn Cobbo, who has shone in pre-season with his fitness and attitude..

Murder accused to stand trial over bikie 'execution'

Murder accused to stand trial over bikie 'execution'

Murder accused to stand trial over bikie 'execution'

Murder accused to stand trial over bikie 'execution'

A group of men used encrypted phones, tracking devices and high-powered firearms to hunt down and kill a man who had quit their bikie gang, prosecutors claim.

'A little nervous': flood-hit area braces for more rain

'A little nervous': flood-hit area braces for more rain

'A little nervous': flood-hit area braces for more rain

'A little nervous': flood-hit area braces for more rain

A flood-hit region is bracing for more rain as a tropical low lingers but forecasters say it is a "very low" chance of developing into a tropical cyclone.

Size doesn't matter for Titans' new-look middles: Moe

Size doesn't matter for Titans' new-look middles: Moe

Size doesn't matter for Titans' new-look middles: Moe

Size doesn't matter for Titans' new-look middles: Moe

Gold Coast prop Moeaki Fotuaika is on a mission to make up for a below-par season in 2025 and insists the mobile but smaller pack can shine in the NRL.

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Heartbroken parents to fly in for teen's island tribute

The family of a Canadian backpacker found dead near a pack of dingoes will arrive in Australia for a traditional Indigenous smoking ceremony at the site.

Two men accused of kidnapping woman in extortion plot

A woman was kidnapped by two men in an extortion plot before a "significant" amount of drugs were discovered in a major operation, police say.

Flame flickers as Day chases six-and-out ironman finish

The retiring Ali Day will hunt a sixth Iron Series title when the tour concludes at Miami on the Gold Coast.

Lions star Neale flying despite off-field issues

A public marriage breakdown has not halted Lachie Neale's pre-season preparation, with Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan praising the dual Brownlow medallist.

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Police probed love triangle in murder case, court told

A man was found dead in his garage and the man accused of killing him allegedly both had a relationship with the same woman, a magistrate has heard.

Busted Stone reveals brave Dolphin act amid Plath shock

Ray Stone had needles to get through 11 games with two damaged shoulders in 2025 but off-season surgery either side of his wedding has him braced for more pain.

Wallaroos lock in Anzac clash as part of 10-Test year

The Wallaroos and Black Ferns will play on Anzac Day for the first time, with the Sunshine Coast fixture part of Australia's 10-Test 2026 campaign.

'In the 13': Anderson lays down Broncos gauntlet

Grant Anderson says he left Melbourne to improve his NRL game at Brisbane and has already found his groove as he sets his sights on a coveted backline spot.

Bullets boss fires back at 36ers' 'cheap shot' claims

The Bullets have slammed the commentary of Adelaide coach Mike Wells and player Dejan Vasiljevic following an ugly NBL scuffle that spilled into the crowd.

Chinese investigators to search for man who burnt baby

A new development has emerged in the search for a man who allegedly burnt a baby with hot coffee in a park more than a year ago.

Titans have calm plan amidst storm over Bai and Tino

Gold Coast have a battle on their hands to retain rookie sensation Cooper Bai and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, but the club's brains trust has a plan to win them over.

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