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

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

'No offence' determination after Lib assault allegation

'No offence' determination after Lib assault allegation

'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.

Young queer men living in fear amid homophobic attacks

Young queer men living in fear amid homophobic attacks

Young queer men living in fear amid homophobic attacks

Young queer men living in fear amid homophobic attacks

People bashing young gay and bisexual men are being led by algorithms and use dating apps to co-ordinate their attacks, an inquiry has been told.

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Ex-umpire committed to stand trial on Brownlow fraud

Ex-umpire committed to stand trial on Brownlow fraud

A former AFL umpire and two others have been committed to stand trial over an alleged Brownlow Medal betting fraud after failing to get their charges dropped.

'Punches you in the face': Solomon focused on coaching

'Punches you in the face': Solomon focused on coaching

As speculation continues about who will coach Essendon beyond this season, Dean Solomon says he is focused on improving the team now.

Bread company fined $3.4m over workplace manslaughter

Bread company fined $3.4m over workplace manslaughter

A garlic bread manufacturer has received a multimillion dollar fine in only the second prosecution of workplace manslaughter in Victoria.

Fraser not getting carried away by early Blues success

Fraser not getting carried away by early Blues success

Interim Carlton coach Josh Fraser continues to maintain he is not ready to be the Blues' full-time leader, despite having a perfect record since taking over.

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'Long way to go': Pies captain could miss rest of 2026

'Long way to go': Pies captain could miss rest of 2026

'Long way to go': Pies captain could miss rest of 2026

'Long way to go': Pies captain could miss rest of 2026

Darcy Moore has returned to running at Collingwood training, but the Magpies captain is no certainty to play again this season due to persistent injuries.

Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Former Carlton coach Michael Voss has opened up on his future in football and the chances of Josh Fraser winning the Blues coaching job on a full-time basis.

'Entirely at your mercy': Uber driver jailed for rape

'Entirely at your mercy': Uber driver jailed for rape

'Entirely at your mercy': Uber driver jailed for rape

'Entirely at your mercy': Uber driver jailed for rape

An Uber driver has been jailed for seven years and six months for raping a young female passenger, realising "a common fear" held by women, a judge says.

Hold the beers: Vixens need to bring down Fever first

Hold the beers: Vixens need to bring down Fever first

Hold the beers: Vixens need to bring down Fever first

Hold the beers: Vixens need to bring down Fever first

Vixens captain Kate Moloney believes her team can end their form slump in the preliminary final against the Fever and earn a chance to defend their title.

'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

In a revealing confession, Essendon star Zach Merrett has detailed some "dark moments" due to the ongoing speculation about his future in the AFL.

Murderer who stabbed terrified wife jailed for 26 years

Murderer who stabbed terrified wife jailed for 26 years

Murderer who stabbed terrified wife jailed for 26 years

Murderer who stabbed terrified wife jailed for 26 years

A man who broke into his wife's home and murdered her while their children were at school will spend at least two decades behind bars.

Hawthorn coach shuts down Tasmania, Carlton speculation

Hawthorn coach shuts down Tasmania, Carlton speculation

Hawthorn coach shuts down Tasmania, Carlton speculation

Hawthorn coach shuts down Tasmania, Carlton speculation

Sam Mitchell has hosed down speculation of a shock move to Tasmania or Carlton, saying he's happy as Hawthorn coach amid early contract talks.

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Howzat! Daryl Braithwaite announces shock retirement

Stars of the Australian music industry have voiced their support for singer Daryl Braithwaite, who has announced he will step back from performing live

Kangas, Demons players dominate Australia's AFLW squad

North Melbourne and Melbourne players dominate Australia's 25-strong squad for the inaugural international clash against Ireland.

Substantial prison demand for 'callous' slave keeper

A "callous" and selfish man who kept a vulnerable woman as a slave should be handed a substantial prison term for dehumanising her, prosecutors have argued.

In-season tournament would 'compromise' AFL: Roos ace

North Melbourne defender Charlie Comben has shot down a suggestion for an in-season AFL tournament, believing players "wouldn't try as hard".

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Questions raised over $1.5 billion logging transition

An investigation into a $1.5 billion package to support an end to native logging has sparked debate about funding transparency and regulatory loopholes.

AFL outlines radical fixture models to club bosses

Tasmania's entry into the AFL from 2028 has the AFL considering a number of potential changes to how the season runs - including a group stage.

Saints count injury, tribunal cost after horror Sunday

Two St Kilda stars are out of action after Sunday's AFL loss to the Western Bulldogs, while a dropped teammate was referred directly to the VFL tribunal.

Victims of Christian Brothers to share in final assets

Victims of child sexual abuse may be left in the lurch after an organisation representing the Christian Brothers revealed it can no longer continue.

No special treatment for NBL star recruit Ingles

Melbourne United star recruit Joe Ingles is looking forward to more court time in his return to the NBL, but says he isn't calling the shots at the club.

Alleged 'ISIS bride' wishes for peaceful life if bailed

An "ISIS bride", charged with slavery offences, has indicated her willingness to accept any bail restrictions so she can return to her family in the community.

Australia's Eddie aims to go even faster in Glasgow

Eddie Nketia produced some eye-opening 100m sprint times recently. He wants more on debut in a strong Australian Commonwealth Games athletics team.

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