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Reserve inspires Hawks to upset NBL win over Wildcats

Reserve inspires Hawks to upset NBL win over Wildcats

Little-known Illawarra reserve Johny Narkle has made a string of huge plays down the stretch to steer the Hawks to a shock seven-point win over the Wildcats.

Alleged terror prepper 'got machete, explosive guides'

Alleged terror prepper 'got machete, explosive guides'

Alleged terror prepper 'got machete, explosive guides'

Alleged terror prepper 'got machete, explosive guides'

A man who allegedly sought information about explosives, obtained a machete and discussed attack methods has faced court accused of planning a terror attack.

Green groups slam 'weak' Aloca environmental conditions

Green groups slam 'weak' Aloca environmental conditions

Green groups slam 'weak' Aloca environmental conditions

Green groups slam 'weak' Aloca environmental conditions

Environmentalists say new environmental protections attached to Alcoa's updated operating permit won't stop the destruction of a unique ecosystem.

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Favourite son leaves Force, NZ commit to Super Rugby

Favourite son leaves Force, NZ commit to Super Rugby

The Western Force's transition to a not-for-profit organisation has claimed a high-profile victim, while NZ Rugby have committed to staying in Super Rugby.

Craig and Davis kings of Kings in NBL win over Wildcats

Craig and Davis kings of Kings in NBL win over Wildcats

Torrey Craig and Kendric Davis have starred as the Sydney Kings moved past Perth into second spot with an eight-point win

Ambitious energy targets blow in for big mining state

Ambitious energy targets blow in for big mining state

The nation's richest state has set a 75 per cent renewable energy target by 2031 as it attempts to ditch coal and drive down energy costs.

Backpacker visa caps bad for business, says premier

Backpacker visa caps bad for business, says premier

Roger Cook has called on Immigration Minister Tony Burke to reconsider changes to working holiday visas which would place a cap on backpacker numbers.

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The greatest: Jillaroos earn high praise after 78-0 win

The greatest: Jillaroos earn high praise after 78-0 win

The greatest: Jillaroos earn high praise after 78-0 win

The greatest: Jillaroos earn high praise after 78-0 win

The Jillaroos have followed up their 40-0 win over Samoa with a 78-0 thumping of England to further cement their status as World Cup favourites.

Pick me: Sam Konstas cracks yet another century

Pick me: Sam Konstas cracks yet another century

Pick me: Sam Konstas cracks yet another century

Pick me: Sam Konstas cracks yet another century

Rising star Sam Konstas has made 149 off 131 balls to lead NSW to a 78-run One-Day Cup victory over Western Australia in Perth.

Jillaroos star injured during World Cup bloodbath

Jillaroos star injured during World Cup bloodbath

Jillaroos star injured during World Cup bloodbath

Jillaroos star injured during World Cup bloodbath

The Jillaroos have locked in a semi-final berth at the Rugby League World Cup, but their 15-try romp against England came at a big cost.

'Enormous' win over France keeps England alive in Cup

'Enormous' win over France keeps England alive in Cup

'Enormous' win over France keeps England alive in Cup

'Enormous' win over France keeps England alive in Cup

Dolphins star Herbie Farnworth and Knights winger Dominic Young have scored hat-tricks to lead England to a 14-tries-to-zero demolition of France at HBF Park.

Luke Travers misses buzzer beater as Wildcats hang on

Luke Travers misses buzzer beater as Wildcats hang on

Luke Travers misses buzzer beater as Wildcats hang on

Luke Travers misses buzzer beater as Wildcats hang on

Melbourne United coach Jacob Chance says he doesn't regret using his challenge a tad too early after the Wildcats pulled off a one-point NBL win.

Aussie grandma returns from Japan on prisoner transfer

Aussie grandma returns from Japan on prisoner transfer

Aussie grandma returns from Japan on prisoner transfer

Aussie grandma returns from Japan on prisoner transfer

Perth grandmother Donna Nelson has reunited with family after returning to Australia from Japan to serve her prison sentence for drug smuggling.

Onwards and Upton-wards from last Aust rout of England

Onwards and Upton-wards from last Aust rout of England

Onwards and Upton-wards from last Aust rout of England

Onwards and Upton-wards from last Aust rout of England

She helped herself to a famous five tries the last time the sides met, but Australia's Tamika Upton isn't expecting the same when the Jillaroos face England.

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The great escape: injured Paris WA's hero against NSW

WA's No.11 Joel Paris has survived for more than 28 overs while nursing a torn hamstring to help guide his side to a thrilling draw against NSW in Perth.

Man accused of MP threats with 'nunchucks' faces court

A lawyer for a man accused of making verbal threats at a state MP's office while armed with nunchucks has expressed concerns for his client's mental health.

Konstas blasts unbeaten Shield ton, puts NSW in control

NSW opener San Konstas has hammered a remarkable century against Western Australia in their Sheffield Shield clash in Perth.

Arrest after threats with 'nunchucks' at MP's office

A man has been arrested after a disturbance at a state MP's office, days after an alleged attack on a federal MP raised concerns about politicians' security.

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NSW continue control of WA in Sheffield Shield

NSW bowlers have continued a dominance over WA created by their batsmen to be in a strong position after day two of their Sheffield Shield game.

'It's creepy': rocker's scathing critique of the West

Activist musician John Butler has taken the stage at a clean energy summit to call out a state government for its climate action policies.

Teenage boy charged after alleged drive-by shooting

A teenager who allegedly shot a hail of bullets from a rifle at a home with people inside in a drive-by shooting is facing eight charges.

Patterson sends Test reminder as NSW cruise against WA

Kurtis Patterson's unbeaten century against WA is sure to catch the attention of Australia's selectors as they ponder how to strengthen the nation's batting.

What happened in Vegas, stays in Vegas for Jillaroos

The Jillaroos will start hot favourites when they take on England in Perth, but they're not expecting to lay down 17 tries like last time.

Aussie pace ace Darcie Brown cut down by back injury

The Adelaide Strikers will be without one of their best pace bowlers for the upcoming WBBL campaign after Darcie Brown was sidelined with a back injury.

Activists in custody after scaling Woodside gas rig

Activists who scaled an offshore drilling platform hundreds of kilometres out to sea have been taken into police custody after spending the night on the rig.

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