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Lions 'heartbeat' back as Giants sweat on skipper

Lions 'heartbeat' back as Giants sweat on skipper

Brisbane's Brandon Starcevich and Melbourne's Jack Viney are both set to return to AFL action after extended stints on the sidelines because of concussion.

'He's dead bro', GP murder accused says after stabbing

'He's dead bro', GP murder accused says after stabbing

'He's dead bro', GP murder accused says after stabbing

'He's dead bro', GP murder accused says after stabbing

A teenager who allegedly stabbed a doctor to death outside his home discussed plans to flee the country and warned others against snitching, a court has heard.

Victims at risk as cops waver on warning about abusers

Victims at risk as cops waver on warning about abusers

Victims at risk as cops waver on warning about abusers

Victims at risk as cops waver on warning about abusers

A family violence advocate says notifying victims when their attackers are released could significantly enhance their safety and save lives.

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Mobile data could lead police to deadly arson attackers

Mobile data could lead police to deadly arson attackers

Phones have been seized as detectives say mobile data could provide answers to an arson attack that killed an innocent house-sitter.

Ex-premier slams MP's debt bid to ensure pre-selection

Ex-premier slams MP's debt bid to ensure pre-selection

A proposal that could have averted bankruptcy for a former Liberal leader has been referred to an anti-corruption body, as a party stalwart hits out at an MP.

Mushroom cook's triple denial as trial grilling ends

Mushroom cook's triple denial as trial grilling ends

Accused killer mushroom cook Erin Patterson has ended her marathon stint in the witness box with an emotional turn after denying repeated accusations of lying.

Stricter IVF regulation on cards as clinic boss quits

Stricter IVF regulation on cards as clinic boss quits

The head of a leading fertility clinic that bungled two separate embryo transfers has quit as the fallout from the mix-up intensifies.

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Collingwood star makes big call on AFL future

Collingwood star makes big call on AFL future

Collingwood star makes big call on AFL future

Collingwood star makes big call on AFL future

One of the biggest names on the free agency market, Collingwood vice-captain Brayden Maynard has made a decision on his long-term future.

AFL poaches Sydney Swans administrator for key role

AFL poaches Sydney Swans administrator for key role

AFL poaches Sydney Swans administrator for key role

AFL poaches Sydney Swans administrator for key role

Sydney administrator Tom Harley looms as the AFL's next boss after being appointed as chief executive Andrew Dillon's second-in-command.

Cook denies 'wild goose chase' over mushroom origins

Cook denies 'wild goose chase' over mushroom origins

Cook denies 'wild goose chase' over mushroom origins

Cook denies 'wild goose chase' over mushroom origins

Accused triple murderer Erin Patterson denies lying and sending authorities on a "wild goose chase" about the mushrooms she used in a toxic meal.

Coach flags Western Bulldogs return for Ugle-Hagan

Coach flags Western Bulldogs return for Ugle-Hagan

Coach flags Western Bulldogs return for Ugle-Hagan

Coach flags Western Bulldogs return for Ugle-Hagan

Troubled star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has met with Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge and is edging closer to returning to training with the AFL club.

Offer denied for ex-Liberal leader to avert bankruptcy

Offer denied for ex-Liberal leader to avert bankruptcy

Offer denied for ex-Liberal leader to avert bankruptcy

Offer denied for ex-Liberal leader to avert bankruptcy

Liberal MP Moira Deeming offered to press pause on former state party leader John Pesutto's legal debt to her in exchange for a preselection guarantee.

Darcy given green light for Dogs' clash with Saints

Darcy given green light for Dogs' clash with Saints

Darcy given green light for Dogs' clash with Saints

Darcy given green light for Dogs' clash with Saints

Rising superstar Sam Darcy's return from a knee injury will give the Western Bulldogs a huge boost in attack for their AFL clash with St Kilda.

'Squeeze the lemon' - Hawks out to consolidate

'Squeeze the lemon' - Hawks out to consolidate

'Squeeze the lemon' - Hawks out to consolidate

'Squeeze the lemon' - Hawks out to consolidate

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says it's important to focus on what works and build on that as they face another big test against Adelaide.

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Hospital in hot water over 'cooking the books' claims

Claims a hospital emergency department falsified data to hit ambulance ramping targets will be probed as a minister insists benchmarks aren't tied to funding.

'Quite happily' - inductee played hard off the field

South Adelaide ruckman Peter Darley gave an all-time acceptance speech as he was inducted into the Australian Football Hall Of Fame.

AFLW marquee stars inducted to hall of fame

Daisy Pearce and Erin Phillips are the first AFLW players to join the Australian Football Hall Of Fame as South Australian great Ken Farmer was made a legend.

Coaches' coffers boosted after months of soft cap angst

The AFL has announced several financial measures to boost club soft caps and provide more support for senior coaches and their staff.

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Mushroom cook denies faking poison symptoms from lunch

Erin Patterson has been accused of faking illness to appear unwell because she knew she had not eaten deadly mushrooms and realised it would look suspicious.

Bulldogs seek stability with call on Beveridge's future

The Western Bulldogs have re-signed coach Luke Beveridge, backing in their 2016 premiership mentor to take them forward.

Bombers make call on gun midfielder's bump ban

Essendon have accepted Sam Durham's suspension for a high bump and will be without him for some crunch fixtures.

Girl 'frustrated' with care after murder charge dropped

A girl, who had a murder charge withdrawn, wants more freedom to go outside and to go to the gym, expressing frustration with the lack of progress in her case.

Star Demon duo still talking through on-field argument

Melbourne captain Max Gawn and star defender Steven May are still talking through their post-match altercation after the Demons' loss to Collingwood.

High-flying Magpies won't shift AFL finals focus

Collingwood coach Craig McRae insists an enviable 11-2 record won't tempt the AFL ladder leaders to reassess their ambitions at the mid-season bye.

One down, one up as McRae lauds Daicos double-act

Collingwood coach Craig McRae conceded Nick Daicos was well handled but was thrilled for Josh Daicos, who was best afield in a one-point win over Melbourne.

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