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Liberal MP 'misunderstood' headlock meaning, not sorry

Liberal MP 'misunderstood' headlock meaning, not sorry

A state Liberal MP says she misunderstood the meaning of a headlock when she complained to police that a colleague had assaulted her.

'We're not a charity': Cats coach on absent goalsneak

'We're not a charity': Cats coach on absent goalsneak

'We're not a charity': Cats coach on absent goalsneak

'We're not a charity': Cats coach on absent goalsneak

Geelong coach Chris Scott can't shed any light on the curious case of absent attacker Tyson Stengle but says there's a limit to his club's empathy.

NBL's Melbourne United unveil new coach

NBL's Melbourne United unveil new coach

NBL's Melbourne United unveil new coach

NBL's Melbourne United unveil new coach

Melbourne United have announced their new NBL coach after long-time mentor Dean Vickerman departed in the off-season.

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Big Build corruption claims increase pressure on Labor

Big Build corruption claims increase pressure on Labor

A state premier is facing mounting pressure to call a royal commission into claims of corruption on government projects.

Kangaroos back misfiring spearhead to find form

Kangaroos back misfiring spearhead to find form

After another wayward outing in front of goal, North Melbourne captain Nick Larkey has been backed to soon rediscover his best.

Bombers in 'swamp' as Solomon talks on coaching chances

Bombers in 'swamp' as Solomon talks on coaching chances

Dean Solomon remains undecided if he will go through Essendon's process of choosing a permanent leader after the club selected a panel to pick the next coach.

Vixens eye Super Netball history against Adelaide

Vixens eye Super Netball history against Adelaide

Melbourne Vixens are one win away from making Super Netball history, with coach Di Honey saying her side has what it takes to beat Adelaide in the grand final.

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'Touch and go': Collingwood backman closes on return

'Touch and go': Collingwood backman closes on return

'Touch and go': Collingwood backman closes on return

'Touch and go': Collingwood backman closes on return

Collingwood could welcome back a big name next Saturday for the massive away game against Gold Coast as the AFL finals race heats up.

Weitering suffers setback but Blues juggernaut rolls on

Weitering suffers setback but Blues juggernaut rolls on

Weitering suffers setback but Blues juggernaut rolls on

Weitering suffers setback but Blues juggernaut rolls on

Carlton have soared to six straight wins, with the absence of All-Australian fullback Jacob Weitering barely felt as the Blues surge towards a wildcard berth.

Vixens end losing run to snare Super grand final spot

Vixens end losing run to snare Super grand final spot

Vixens end losing run to snare Super grand final spot

Vixens end losing run to snare Super grand final spot

Melbourne Vixens have ended a four-game losing streak in style, downing West Coast Fever 62-51 to book a Super Netball grand final berth against Adelaide.

Coach plays down niggle as Magpies do a ton of damage

Coach plays down niggle as Magpies do a ton of damage

Coach plays down niggle as Magpies do a ton of damage

Coach plays down niggle as Magpies do a ton of damage

Lachie Schultz kicked four goals and Nick Daicos contributed three as Collingwood capitalised on Richmond's turnovers for a convincing win at the MCG.

Fraser's 'itch' doesn't grow despite Carlton's big win

Fraser's 'itch' doesn't grow despite Carlton's big win

Fraser's 'itch' doesn't grow despite Carlton's big win

Fraser's 'itch' doesn't grow despite Carlton's big win

Jagga Smith has given his Rising Star hopes a boost and Josh Fraser notched another win as coach as Carlton downed West Coast at Marvel Stadium.

Bombers next as North aim to keep building momentum

Bombers next as North aim to keep building momentum

Bombers next as North aim to keep building momentum

Bombers next as North aim to keep building momentum

Last weekend wasn't pretty, but North Melbourne's scrappy win over Richmond means they improved to 7-7 and will start firm favourites against Essendon.

How mates, music and murals helped town make a comeback

How mates, music and murals helped town make a comeback

How mates, music and murals helped town make a comeback

How mates, music and murals helped town make a comeback

A small town has a new pub, a tourism gong and rising house prices four years after a flood, proving the power of community connection in disaster recovery.

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Giants coach admits 'obliteration' as injuries worsen

GWS could lose two more players to season-ending injuries after a third straight loss where Giants coach Adam Kingsley was appalled a midfield "obliteration".

Hawks star, two Giants hurt in night of carnage at MCG

Hawthorn star Nick Watson has produced a stunning three-goal burst, before going off with a hamstring injury in the Hawks' 14-point win over GWS at the MCG.

Police barricade accused ISIS bride as she's bailed

A woman charged with slavery offences after allegedly joining Islamic State has covered her face as she walked from court on bail.

Fans kick on after teen arrested at Socceroos live site

Thousands of fans have packed Melbourne's Federation Square to support the Socceroos, with one person arrested for allegedly setting off a flare in the crowd.

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Tigers taking 'finals mindset' into Collingwood clash

Coming off an ugly loss to North Melbourne, Richmond are being urged to aim high and think like a finals team as they prepare to take on Collingwood.

Ex-Liberal leader's ultimatum after assault accusation

A state Liberal MP has been told to apologise or face a "harder" option after her assault allegation against the party's former leader was not substantiated.

'Detailed process': Bombers go in-house to pick coach

Essendon have announced the five-person panel that will pick their next senior coach, with James Hird having made it clear he wants to have the role again.

Rivalry still burns 15 years on from Manly-Storm brawl

Manly are preparing to host NRL rivals Melbourne at Brookvale Oval, the site of the team's most heated clash some 15 years ago.

Keep the lid on: why Blues ruck isn't thinking finals

A revival under Carlton interim coach Josh Fraser has rekindled hope for a late finals bid, but ruck Marc Pittonet says thinking of September is premature.

Vixens out to end form slump in 'do-or-die' Fever final

On a four-game losing streak, Melbourne Vixens maintain they can regain their best form against West Coast to reach another Super Netball grand final.

'No offence' determination after Lib assault allegation

Police have issued a statement after a Liberal leader called for due process and privacy for two of her MPs after one was accused by the other of assault.

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