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New dawn under King after Demons' dark hour

New dawn under King after Demons' dark hour

Max Gawn's optimism entering the Steven King era at Melbourne is fuelled, in part, by the club's unexpected rise to the 2021 premiership under his predecessor.

Blues receive good news for injured star after Origin

Blues receive good news for injured star after Origin

Blues receive good news for injured star after Origin

Blues receive good news for injured star after Origin

Star defender Jacob Weitering was among several players injured in State of Origin, but Carlton are confident the vice-captain won't miss out on game time.

'Tinderbox': conditions combine to ignite fire risk

'Tinderbox': conditions combine to ignite fire risk

'Tinderbox': conditions combine to ignite fire risk

'Tinderbox': conditions combine to ignite fire risk

Dry heat, storms and gusty winds are ramping up the fire danger across large swathes of the country as authorities warn there is plenty of fuel left to burn.

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Big-spending Saints name former rookies co-captains

Big-spending Saints name former rookies co-captains

St Kilda made off-season waves with their aggressive recruiting but have turned to former rookies Callum Wilkie and Jack Sinclair as co-captains.

Unshackled Hawks deliver title blow to United

Unshackled Hawks deliver title blow to United

Defending champions Illawarra, already guaranteed to miss the post-season, have made Melbourne's task to win an NBL title mightily tougher.

'Wildcard' One Nation eyes seats as surge hits state

'Wildcard' One Nation eyes seats as surge hits state

Support is surging for One Nation in arguably Australia's most progressive state as the party prepares to field candidates at the upcoming election.

Phoenix shooters light up in big win over JackJumpers

Phoenix shooters light up in big win over JackJumpers

South East Melbourne had seven scorers in double figures and were on fire from three-point range in a powerful offensive performance against Tasmania.

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Socceroo makes World Cup audition in Victory-Roar draw

Socceroo makes World Cup audition in Victory-Roar draw

Socceroo makes World Cup audition in Victory-Roar draw

Socceroo makes World Cup audition in Victory-Roar draw

Brisbane Roar have salvaged a 1-1 draw with Melbourne Victory thanks to Socceroos striker Nicholas D'Agostino scoring the equaliser.

Fresh injury sidelines United star ahead of NBL finals

Fresh injury sidelines United star ahead of NBL finals

Fresh injury sidelines United star ahead of NBL finals

Fresh injury sidelines United star ahead of NBL finals

Shea Ili has managed just 10 NBL appearances this season amid a series of injury setbacks, and he has been sidelined again in the lead-up to the finals.

Daniel Andrews responds to 'bike boy' defamation case

Daniel Andrews responds to 'bike boy' defamation case

Daniel Andrews responds to 'bike boy' defamation case

Daniel Andrews responds to 'bike boy' defamation case

A former premier has denied he defamed a cyclist who was involved in a collision with his car more than a decade ago.

Baby steps: elephant trio to boost zoo's majestic herd

Baby steps: elephant trio to boost zoo's majestic herd

Baby steps: elephant trio to boost zoo's majestic herd

Baby steps: elephant trio to boost zoo's majestic herd

Families are set to be treated to three big surprises at Werribee Zoo but will need to wait a while for the anticipated arrivals.

'Depraved' man jailed for soliciting child abuse photos

'Depraved' man jailed for soliciting child abuse photos

'Depraved' man jailed for soliciting child abuse photos

'Depraved' man jailed for soliciting child abuse photos

A man still does not understand the gravity of his crimes after being caught soliciting child abuse material from vulnerable girls overseas, a judge has said.

Israeli president sought deeper ties but found division

Israeli president sought deeper ties but found division

Israeli president sought deeper ties but found division

Israeli president sought deeper ties but found division

Israel’s president has concluded his four-day visit to Australia, although there's mixed reactions over whether it strengthened ties between the two nations.

Union hired convicted killer as health and safety rep

Union hired convicted killer as health and safety rep

Union hired convicted killer as health and safety rep

Union hired convicted killer as health and safety rep

An inquiry into a union has begun to resemble an episode of a notorious crime drama as it heard details of corruption, violence and intimidation.

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Anthony the latest hot Olympic favourite to stumble

If Jakara Anthony wants advice on how to deal with her Milan Olympics disaster, she need go no further than fellow Australians Shane Kelly and Cate Campbell.

'A shame': security fears hamper visit by Israeli head

Members of Australia's Jewish community have been left feeling "very uncomfortable" after Israel's president cancelled a key visit amid security concerns.

Bellamy 'hopeful' as Lomax saga rolls on

Storm coach Craig Bellamy is unsure whether he'll have Zac Lomax at his disposal this season, but is hopeful the star back's playing future can be sorted out.

Diamonds find 'identity' ahead of gold medal defence

After wrapping up Commonwealth Games preparations with another huge win over Jamaica, coach Stacey Marinkovich believes the Diamonds have found their identity.

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'Get after it': hot start predicted for AFL Origin

While one of Victoria's top defenders acknowledges players will be on managed minutes, he expects a willing start to the AFL State of Origin clash.

Police given special powers ahead of president's visit

Special powers under terrorism legislation have been granted to Victorian police ahead of Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit as protests loom.

French rape accused fled state after alleged attack

A French national allegedly groped an intoxicated woman in a nightclub before dragging her to a nearby laneway and raping her.

'Game of Monopoly': wiggle room on high-rise maps

Plans to build apartment complexes with up to 20 floors have been compared to a simplistic board game as housing advocates hail the "promising vision".

Iraq issues strange mug shots of Aussie crime kingpin

Images of a deported underworld boss in custody in Iraq have been published by Australian Federal Police, but one appears to be digitally altered.

Glittering prize: Watson eyes gold medals over records

Liz Watson will become the sixth Australian - and first midcourter - to play 100 Tests, and the Diamonds captain has more success on her mind.

Surgery setback for star Demon forces new-look midfield

With Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines, recruit Jack Steele is set to slot into new coach Steven King's midfield.

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