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21/04 Marshall confused by crucial calls against his side

Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall concedes the past week has been a “big” experience for the club, but he’s refusing to use it as an excuse for their second-half fade out as the Eels blitzed them with three quick tries to get their season back on track.

18/04 Anthony Albanese is joined by fiancée Jodie Haydon and his dog Toto

Anthony Albanese has enjoyed a day out with his dog Toto on Good Friday as a new poll makes a shock revelation.

18/04 Tedesco and Edwards in battle to be Blues No.1

James Tedesco’s doubters expected him to “fall off a cliff” once he turned 30, but the Roosters skipper insists he’s at the peak of his powers as he prepares to take on incumbent Blues fullback Dylan Edwards on Saturday night in a potential Origin audition.

17/04 Social media leak that blew up Lachlan Galvin drama

Lachlan Galvin’s bitter public feud with the Wests Tigers has taken another twist.

14/04 Maroons confirm squad for Origin opener

Queensland has confirmed its squad for game one of the women’s State of Origin series, with veteran playmaker Ali Brigginshaw set to captain the side again which has six players in the mix to make their Maroons debut.

12/04 Storm’s ridiculous record goes on the line

It’s one of the most dominant head-to-head records in professional rugby league history, but Storm coach Craig Bellamy insists his side’s 16-game winning streak over the Warriors hasn’t been mentioned ahead of the sold-out clash at AAMI Park.

12/04 The architect behind Canterbury’s rapid rise

There are plenty of similarities between what the Bulldogs are doing now and how the Panthers started their incredible run of four premierships, but the one man linking it all is head coach Cameron Ciraldo who deserves all the credit for shaping two of the best defensive systems we’ve seen in the modern era.

11/04 ‘Don’t give up’: Bennett’s message to Perth fans

South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett has told Perth footy fans to not give up hopes of having their own team in the future despite fears the NRL is set to scrap plans of bringing the Bears into the competition in 2027.

08/04 NRL takeover of Super League depends on keeping French sides

Any potential deal for the NRL to take control of Super League depends on the continued presence of French clubs in the British game

08/04 NRL teams: Roosters shake-up as Rabbitohs make big Latrell Mitchell change

Master coach Wayne Bennett has turned to Latrell Mitchell to cover his injury crisis in the halves for South Sydney, while it’s a different story at the Roosters where veteran playmaker Chad Townsend has been axed after five rounds.

08/04 ‘I’m not afraid to make change’: Laurie Daley subtly drops major NSW team clue

Returning Blues coach Laurie Daley has all but confirmed Nathan Cleary will be the NSW No.7 if he remains fit, with Mitchell Moses a chance of partnering him in the halves based on how well he played in last year’s series.

04/04 Bennett’s stunning claim after famous Souths win

Wayne Bennett has coached more than 1000 games of professional rugby league including premierships and famous State of Origin victories, but he rates Friday night’s gutsy comeback against the Roosters as one of the best he’s ever been involved in after his side somehow fought back despite losing three stars to injury.

03/04 Fresh twist in Allianz Stadium tug of war

Roosters coach Trent Robinson says there are a number of teams who play out of Allianz Stadium, but stressed that doesn’t make the famed Sydney venue their home.

02/04 Payne Haas breaks silence as calls grow to ban Kangaroos defectors from Origin

Kangaroos prop Payne Haas has broken his silence after reports that he’s considering defecting to Samoa amid calls he should be banned from playing State of Origin.

01/04 Mixed news for injured Panthers stars

The Panthers have received a massive boost as they look to get their season back on track with champion halfback Nathan Cleary cleared to return.

31/03 Clubs on notice after NRL admits major errors

NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo concedes the officials missed four clear occasions when they should have sent players to the sin bin in round four, with head office putting all 17 clubs on notice this week that direct and forceful contact to the head will not be tolerated.

28/03 The man the Dogs must sign after DCE call

Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo has full faith in Toby Sexton and the young halves coming through at the club after it was revealed that Canterbury wouldn’t be going after Daly Cherry-Evans for 2026 and beyond.

27/03 Defiant Cleary issues warning to NRL rivals

The Panthers have endured their worst start to a season since 2016, but coach Ivan Cleary has warned his rivals “you haven’t seen the real us yet” after they slumped to another shock loss to Souths.

27/03 Roosters make telling call on DCE contract pursuit

Roosters coach Trent Robinson says the club hasn’t ruled out a play for Daly Cherry-Evans for 2026 and beyond, with teams to start ramping up their interest in the champion playmaker as it becomes clearer what he wants to do next year.

18/03 NRL teams: Relief for Manly, Eels swing axe, Burton replacement named, guns nearing return

Sea Eagles fans can breathe easy after superstar duo Tom Trbojevic and Daly Cherry-Evans were both named to take on the Raiders despite being forced off in New Zealand with injuries.

17/03 Freakish tackle poster moment for Bulldogs

Bulldogs prop Max King has seen a lot of famous moments on posters at the club’s training facilities in Belmore, and he’s about to get his own picture on the wall after an incredible try-saving tackle that his coach wants to “celebrate in our four walls”.

16/03 Fresh blow for Eels as horror season gets worse

Parramatta’s horror start to the year is about to get even worse with superstar halfback Mitchell Moses revealing the stress reaction in his left foot will keep him sidelined for longer than first expected.

16/03 Surprise contender to replace injured half

Stephen Crichton has emerged as a genuine option at five-eighth for the Bulldogs on Sunday with the club expecting playmaker Matt Burton and barnstorming back-rower Viliame Kikau to miss 4-5 weeks with knee injuries.

14/03 Critics embarrassed as Roosters shock the world

James Tedesco has won premierships, State of Origin series and a World Cup, but he says Friday night’s stunning upset win over the Panthers is the “proudest” he’s felt at the Roosters after a week of negative headline suggesting they were in for a hellish 2025.

14/03 Leading Aussie law firm vows to seek revenge against foreign hackers

A major Australian law firm has revealed hackers broke into its computer network and took troves of potentially sensitive data. 

10/03 How Cyclone Alfred blew away Anthony Albanese's election plans

The Prime Minister had been widely tipped to call an election either on Sunday or today for April 12, as electoral laws dictate a minimum 33-day campaign.

09/03 Master coach set to make season-defining call

Master coach Wayne Bennett has made some massive coaching calls throughout his glittering career, and he’s about to make another with all eyes on South Sydney’s team list on Tuesday to see whether high-profile recruit Lewis Dodd is able to force his way into the No.7 jersey.

08/03 Brutal injury could lead to Dragons domino effect

Dragons coach Shane Flanagan says he’ll leave it with the club to decide whether to ramp up their bid to sign veteran prop David Klemmer, with St George Illawarra in desperate need of quality middles after a young star suffered a potentially season-ending knee injury against the Bulldogs on Saturday night.

07/03 Brutal injury news for luckless star

South Sydney’s gritty win over the Dolphins has been soured by yet another collarbone injury to winger Tyrone Munro who left CommBank Stadium with his right arm in a sling.

06/03 Inside the Broncos’ wild 24 hours

The Broncos produced one of the most emphatic 80-minute performances you’ll ever see in round one to trounce the Roosters, with Michael Maguire’s side then forced to head across Sydney to begin a hectic return trip home to be with their loved ones before Tropical Cyclone Alfred makes landfall.

06/03 Injury carnage for Roosters ahead of Panthers clash

The Roosters’ depth is set to be tested over the coming weeks with coach Trent Robinson revealing Nat Butcher has spent time in hospital and won’t be available for their next game, while Victor Radley’s immediate playing future is also up in the air after he suffered another concussion on Thursday night.

06/03 Roosters embarrassed as star suffers ugly injury

There were grave concerns for the Roosters in 2025 before a ball was even kicked, and the naysayers will only get louder with Victor Radley set to be sidelined following a nasty collision with James Tedesco in the first half as the hosts suffered a humiliating loss against the red-hot Broncos.

05/03 Surfing great Mick Fanning injured in Cyclone Alfred waves

Mick Fanning couldn’t pass up the chance to ride some of the powerful waves being generated by Cyclone Alfred.

04/03 NRL Round 1 teams: Eels lose Mitch Moses, guns named for club debuts, comebacks

Parramatta have been dealt a major blow with skipper Mitch Moses ruled out of their season opener against the Storm and rookie coach Jason Ryles forced to turn to Ronald Volkman who missed the entire 2024 campaign.

04/03 Millions of anxious residents brace for carnage as cyclone hits coast

Millions of residents are being warned to prepare for days without power and minimal access to supplies as Cyclone Alfred wreaks havoc across large stretches of the Australian east coast.

03/03 Millions raid markets for supplies as cyclone thunders towards coast

Millions of residents in two states are stocking up on tinned food and toilet paper as the wildest cyclone in living memory bears down on them.

02/03 Rugby League in Las Vegas: Australian Jillaroos v England Lionesses – live

Minute by minute: After Canberra walloped New Zealand by 30-8 in the NRL opener, Australia now meet England in the women’s international at Allegiant Stadium. Join our writers for updates

02/03 Viva Las Vegas: will ‘biggest game in British rugby league’ widen reach?

Wigan and Warrington meet as part of a four-game extravaganza in Sin City and are hoping for same impact the NRL experienced last year

21/02 Injury sours Tigers pre-season win as new recruit steals the show

The Wests Tigers’ 30-18 win over the Eels has been soured with reports veteran centre Brent Naden suffered a dislocated kneecap on a night a couple of the club’s key signings stole the show.

21/02 Penrith’s fill-ins produce epic pre-season upset over Manly

This was supposed to be the biggest mismatch of the weekend, but the Panthers proved yet again that they boast an unrivalled talent factory as their NSW Cup players stood tall while the NRL stars were in Las Vegas.

21/02 Tigers lose key outside back to injury

The Wests Tigers’ 30-18 win over the Eels has been soured with reports veteran centre Brent Naden suffered a dislocated kneecap on a night a couple of the club’s key signings stole the show.

21/02 Penrith’s kids produce stunning upset

This was supposed to be the biggest mismatch of the weekend, but the Panthers proved yet again that they boast an unrivalled talent factory as their NSW Cup players stood tall while the NRL stars were in Las Vegas.

18/02 Latrell makes long awaited Souths return

Latrell Mitchell is back for the Bunnies for the first time since last July after he was named in a strong squad for Saturday’s annual Charity Shield clash against a Dragons side that will unleash a couple of former Souths stars.

17/02 Why pressure won’t faze key Roosters signing

Veteran playmaker Chad Townsend knew that he was the third string half when he was signed by the Roosters last year, and while a lot has changed since then, he’s ready to step up and lead an attack that has its doubters following the departure of so many stars.

17/02 Roosters rookie locked in for round one debut

The Roosters didn’t show off much in attack during Sunday’s loss to the Dragons, but the game did provide coach Trent Robinson with enough information to confirm an exciting rookie will debut in round 1.

17/02 Benji’s tough love has changed everything at the Tigers

Wests Tigers co-captain Api Koroisau has lifted the lid on his side’s pre-season where “everything has changed” this year thanks to a tougher approach from Benji Marshall, who hasn’t been afraid to “crack the whip” when necessary.

17/02 Thompson breaks silence on Bulldogs move

Leo Thompson has broken his silence on his much-publicised move to the Bulldogs, with the Maori All Stars forward glad that everything has been put to bed before the season while he’s vowed “to go out with a bang” in his final year with the Knights.

15/02 Bunker drama in epic All Stars finish

The Indigenous All Stars have pulled off a dramatic 20-18 win in the women’s game thanks to a controversial late penalty goal following an attempted charge down gone wrong in the dying minutes.

14/02 ‘Love to’: All Stars coach’s big plans

Interim Jillaroos coach Jess Skinner has paid tribute to her predecessor Brad Donald but has made it clear that she wants the full-time role going forward as she prepares to lead the women’s Indigenous side in Saturday’s All Stars clash.

14/02 Storm respond to shock signing rumour

The Melbourne Storm has moved swiftly to refute a report linking Sharks forward Tom Hazelton with a move to the club as early as this season as a possible replacement for Christian Welch, who was forced to retire effective immediately.

13/02 Buy of the year debate might be over already

Sharks fans can rest easy despite Nicho Hynes having ice on his right groin as Addin Fonua-Blake showed why he’s been touted as one of the greatest signings in club history and the man capable of taking them from a finals side to a genuine premiership threat.

11/02 ‘We’ll be brothers forever but business is business’: Sam Burgess on family, infamy and fears for Luke Littler

The Warrington head coach tells Donald McRae about high expectations, learning from pain and a Super League opener against Huddersfield and his younger brother Thomas

10/02 Why Tedesco won’t close door on rep return

James Tedesco says he hasn’t closed the door on a potential rep return after he lost both his Kangaroos and Blues jerseys last year despite statistically having the best season of his glittering club career.

10/02 The man who should captain the Warriors

There was a time when Mitch Barnett concedes his on-field and off-field behaviour “didn’t suit” captaining an NRL side, but the representative forward is now one of the leading candidates and keen to lead the Warriors in 2025.

10/02 Injured duo pushing hard for season opener

Cameron Murray says he has “a few more boxes” that he has to tick before he’s cleared to play in round 1, but all signs are positive that the Souths skipper will be there for the Dolphins showdown where he could be joined by a luckless teammate.

07/02 Ponga makes stunning All Stars return

Kalyn Ponga will represent the Maori All Stars for the first time since 2020 just months after the superstar fullback made himself unavailable for the Kangaroos so he could focus on winning a comp with Newcastle.

05/02 NRL news Bears fans want to hear

NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo says he’s “pretty optimistic” that the next NRL franchise will be based in Western Australia, with the Bears remaining a strong chance of being linked with the club.

04/02 Bulldogs sign exciting young forward

The Bulldogs have bolstered their forward stocks for 2025 after the club confirmed it had poached Zyon Maiu’u from the Warriors effective immediately on a two-year deal.

31/01 Mitch Moses faces massive first task as Eels skipper

Mitchell Moses would love halves partner Dylan Brown to stay at the club, but the Eels skipper won’t pressure the five-eighth after he went through similar contract pressure a couple of years ago before he decided to stay.

29/01 Latrell cleared but Souths star sent for scans

The Rabbitohs are sweating on scan results after the club confirmed that the luckless Campbell Graham suffered a hand injury at training this week, but there is better news with Latrell Mitchell cleared by the NRL to play in their season opener.

28/01 Favourite emerges for Tigers starting spot

The Wests Tigers may have lost a couple of experienced back-rowers, but Alex Seyfarth says he’s ready to fill the void on the right edge as part of a new-look forward pack that has talent everywhere you look.

27/01 Sivo to miss Super League season

Maika Sivo’s move to England has suffered a devastating setback with the destructive winger ruled out for the season after scans confirmed he suffered an ACL injury that requires surgery.

27/01 Former NRL star sweats on scan results

Former Eels winger Maika Sivo is sweating on scan results after he was helped off the field with a potentially serious knee injury during Leeds’ win over Wigan.

26/01 No second year slump for rookie sensation

Lachlan Galvin produced a rookie season that has all Wests Tigers fans excited for 2025, and the young five-eighth has declared his strong work ethic and new combination with Jarome Luai means he won’t fall victim to the dreaded sophomore slump.

19/01 Broncos legend Sam Thaiday delivers blunt warning

Brisbane Broncos legend Sam Thaiday has delivered a blunt warning as he prepares to step outside of his comfort zone.

09/01 Broncos hard man keen for starting spot

Kobe Hetherington has made it clear he wants to earn a starting spot at the Broncos this year after new coach Michael Maguire fought hard to keep him at the club when rivals thought they were a chance of signing him.

09/01 Fitness freak smashes club record

The Wests Tigers have put fitness first this pre-season, with talented rookie Lachlan Galvin shattering a club record as the wooden spooners look to be more competitive in the final 20 minutes of matches compared with what they produced last season.

08/01 ‘My way’: How Luai can save the Tigers

Jarome Luai has often spoken about being Batman. He now gets the chance to be the hero the Wests Tigers deserve and the one that they need right now.

23/12 Sevens star signs deal with NRL club

The Dragons have continued their strong recruitment drive with sevens star Nathan Lawson agreeing to switch codes just weeks after he claimed the Shawn Mackay Award as Australia’s best male player.

13/12 Raiders flyer puts pen to paper on multi-year deal

The Canberra Raiders have locked up boom winger and fullback option Xavier Savage with a multi-year contract extension.

11/12 Kangaroos star ends Aussie Golden Boot drought

Isaah Yeo is the first Australian man to win the Golden Boot since 2017, with the Kangaroos skipper capping an incredible year that saw him win another premiership with Penrith, an Origin series with the Blues and the Pacific Championships title.

06/12 Origin star set for new home in 2026

Representative dummy-half Reece Robson will leave the Cowboys at the end of the 2025 season and is expected to join the Roosters on a four-year deal.

06/12 Munster’s warning to NSW over Bellamy move

The Blues will be hoping that Craig Bellamy can provide crucial intel on his Storm players in his role as NSW adviser for next year’s State of Origin series, but Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster says it’s one thing to plan for someone and another thing trying to stop them as his Maroons look to win back the shield.

15/11 Super League linked prop provides clarity on future with NRL admission made

The Australian prop has provided an update on his future.

27/10 Australia enact revenge on New Zealand as Angus Crichton makes huge blunder in 22-10 victory

It comes as some have poked fun at returning Kangaroo Angus Crichton after he appeared to drop the ball as he looked to place it down for a try during the match.

27/10 Victor Radley: ‘I love coming to England. Every year gets better’

Victor Radley tells Aaron Bower about his World Cup heartache, the challenge of Samoa and loving life in South Yorkshire

25/10 Why Kangaroos top will be on sale at shops across Australia except one

Images of Cauchi stalking Sydney shoppers while wearing the Australian rugby league team's jumper have become symbolic of his rampage in April and were published around the world.

08/10 NRL 2024: Luke Brooks and Lachlan Galvin to team up in PM’s XIII side

Luke Brooks only met Lachlan Galvin properly for the first time last Wednesday, but he can’t wait to play alongside the gifted Wests Tigers rookie for the Prime Minister’s XIII against Papua New Guinea this weekend.

07/10 NRL legend Billy Slater’s insane career shift

Billy Slater is set to turn the clock back 25 years when he takes up a job as a horse-riding interviewer.

06/10 Panthers seal historic fourth straight NRL title with victory over Storm

Penrith beat Melbourne 14-6 in grand final as Liam Martin wins the Clive Churchill medal for player of the match

24/09 Addo-Carr’s NRL future becomes clearer

Bulldogs star Josh Addo-Carr is reportedly set to be handed a “three to four week suspension” after he tested positive for cocaine in a road side drug test amid a “game of chess” surrounding his NRL future.

24/09 Roosters unfazed by horror Storm record

The Roosters’ shocking recent record against the Storm has dominated the narrative leading into Friday’s preliminary final, but veteran five-eighth Luke Keary has declared “we’re ready for them” as they prepare for a trip to AAMI Park.

23/09 Secret behind Radley’s improbable return

Roosters enforcer Victor Radley thought for sure that his season was over when he slumped to the Allianz Stadium turf in agony against the Raiders, but some sage advice from a few former teammates has him primed for the preliminary final after he made a shock return in last week’s win over Manly.

22/09 12 Tufts University lacrosse players diagnosed with life-threatening injury after 45-minute workout

Twelve players from the Tufts University men’s lacrosse team have all been diagnosed with the same potentially life-threatening muscle condition after participating in a 45-minute workout last week.

21/09 $300M stadium project thrown into turmoil over Aboriginal land claim

An Aboriginal land claim over one of Sydney's most iconic sports stadiums is still unresolved after more than a decade, throwing in doubt an earmarked $300M redevelopment.

20/09 Sydney Trains delays this weekend - but fares will be free

The New South Wales government is making all train travel free this weekend to soften the blow of disruptions caused by strikes.

18/09 ‘Disrespectful’: Eels plot emerges over captain’s future

Parramatta has been accused of “disrespectful” treatment of captain Clinton Gutherson.

18/09 Trbojevic set to miss end-of-season Tests

Tom Trbojevic is unlikely to feature in the end-of-season Pacific Championships with the Sea Eagles star expected to require surgery to repair the shoulder that kept him out of round 27 and troubled him at times during last week’s epic win over Canterbury.

18/09 Aussie tennis champion Thanasi Kokkinakis splits from model girlfriend Hannah Dal Sasso

Aussie tennis star Thanasi Kokkinakis has split from his model girlfriend Hannah Dal Sasso after she refused to be called a “WAG”.

18/09 Novak Djokovic and wife Jelena butt heads over parenting dilemma

Novak Djokovic may be the greatest tennis player of all time but that does not make him immune to arguments over his strict parenting techniques.

17/09 Hynes’ frank admission over finals criticism

Under fire Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes says questions over his ability to stand up in big games will follow him around for the rest of his career as the former Dally M Medal winner looks to lead Cronulla to a drought-breaking finals win on Friday night.

16/09 Wayne sprays Souths stars in Day 1 tirade

Incoming coach Wayne Bennett has reportedly handed the Rabbitohs a ruthless reality check, taking aim at the playing squad’s attitude, fitness and work ethic in his first return to the club.

16/09 ‘It’s an OK pass’: NRL weighs in on controversial call

NRL head of football Graham Annesley concedes the broadcast view of Sydney Roosters star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii’s controversial no try against Penrith in Friday night’s qualifying final loss came from a ball that was “not clearly a forward pass”.

07/09 Brutal weekend gets worse for the Tigers

The Cowboys have survived a crazy second half comeback to hold on for a thrilling 24-22 win over the Wests Tigers who slumped to their 14th NRLW loss in a row to continue a difficult weekend for the club.

06/09 Souths declare 2025 will be much better

South Sydney interim coach Ben Hornby is confident his side can bounce back in a big way in 2025 following a disastrous year on and off the field that saw them finish second last after they lost seven-straight games to round out the season.

05/09 Wanderers land ex-Champions League, World Cup winner Juan Mata in A-League coup

The Western Sydney Wanderers have landed one of the biggest coups in the history of the A-League with former Chelsea and Manchester United star Juan Mata agreeing to a one-year deal.

05/09 ‘Nightmare’: Dark cloud of Jannik Sinner drama spoils US Open feat

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has charged into his first US Open semi-final, dropping just his second set of the tournament in a four-set win over 2021 champion and two-time runner-up Daniil Medvedev.

05/09 Why Spoon Bowl can be the making of the Tigers

Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall wishes his side wasn’t involved in the first Spoon Bowl battle in nine years, but the Hall of Famer says the experience can be good for his young squad as they look to avoid collecting a third wooden spoon on the trot.

03/09 Bremner launches important new campaign

Jillaroos legend Sam Bremner does nothing in moderation when it comes to being one of the fittest players in the NRLW, but she has a strong message to footy fans ahead of the finals, warning them not to drink too much if they want to enjoy the best time of the year.

25/08 Queensland heatwave: Mercury to soar in the Sunshine State

One state is set to be smashed by an intense heatwave with the mercury climbing as high as 14C above average.

24/08 League Immortal's partner reveals how she beat eating disorder

The long-term partner of rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns has revealed how she turned to drugs to beat a debilitating eating disorder and become a better parent.

15/08 Latrell Mitchell handed breach notice by NRL over photograph featuring white substance

Rabbitohs star Latrell Mitchell will have five business days to respond to a breach notice from the NRL following the integrity unit's investigation into a photograph of him which circulated on social media this week.

13/08 Kieran Foran will become the 53rd man to play 300 NRL games and also, the most unlikely

Of the many NRL players to join the 300 club, nobody's journey to the milestone is as improbable as Kieran Foran's who will reach the mark in Gold Coast's match against St George Illawarra this weekend. 

12/08 'Someone doesn't bite themselves': Ex-teammate's damning assessment on Kyle Flanagan allegations ahead of judiciary hearing

Kyle Flanagan's old teammate believes "you have a choice not to bite someone" as the Dragons star gets set to front the judiciary to defend himself amid claims he bit Bulldogs skipper Stephen Crichton.

31/07 Panthers to pounce as young gun Blaize Talagi tells Parramatta Eels he's out

Jason Ryles has suffered his first major setback as Parramatta's incoming NRL coach, with Blaize Talagi telling the club he's leaving after this season, with Penrith frontrunners to secure his services.

29/07 Unique contract clause allows wantaway Tigers prop to explore open market

Stefano Utoikamanu has told Wests Tigers he will not sign a new five-year deal and will instead quit the NRL club at the end of this season.  

23/07 Tensions flare within Labor over Albo's overseas cash splurge

Mr Albanese's Cabinet is expected to sign off on the cash splash next month - but not all Labor MPs are happy about it, Daily Mail Australia can reveal.

20/07 How can Albo justify this staggering overseas splurge?

Timing is almost everything in politics, and right now our economy is on the brink, growth rates are anaemic and interest rates may be about to rise.

17/07 NSW keep Queensland try-less in Game 3 classic to win State of Origin series

The Blues reclaimed the State of Origin shield after a thrilling 14-4 victory on Maroons soil at Suncorp Stadium

17/07 Queensland Maroons v NSW Blues: State of Origin 2024 Game 3 – live

Minute-by-minute report: The 2024 series comes down to a decider at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. Join Jonathan Howcroft for updates

17/07 Dad-of-two is killed in horror freak accident at home

Johnathan O'Neill, 49, was tinkering with his vehicle on the driveway of his home in Lambton in Newcastle in the NSW Hunter region when the car came off its ramps and crushed him.

10/07 How this Victorian product became the most underrated player in the NRL

In the hyper-focused world of the modern NRL, it's hard for any player to be truly underrated. Still, Fonua Pole, the sterling young forward the Wests Tigers found at the edge of the rugby league universe, is finding a way to do it. 

05/07 Penrith Panthers release controversial centre Taylan May

Centre Taylan May has parted company with Penrith, bringing to a close a bitter backroom feud between the NRL club and the troubled player.

02/07 NRL’s Las Vegas venture to expand with Australia and England women’s Test

Jillaroos and England women set to clash alongside NRL double-header with Super League clubs also expected to join 2025 schedule

26/06 Dominant NSW blitz Queensland to set up State of Origin series decider

NSW bounced back from defeat in the 2024 State of Origin opener with a blistering performance in Game 2 at the MCG

26/06 State of Origin 2024 Game 2 live: NSW Blues v Qld Maroons – latest updates

Minute by minute: Can the Maroons secure a series victory or will the Blues stage a comeback at the MCG? Find out with Megan Maurice

13/06 What next for Jarryd Hayne? Fallen footy star's new life outside jail

He once commanded a million-dollar salary and hundreds of thousands in sponsorship deals at the height of his glittering footy career.

12/06 Fourth sexual assault trial for Jarryd Hayne 'not in interest of justice', appeal judge says

Jarryd Hayne walked out of prison yesterday after his sexual assault convictions were quashed on appeal. The Director of Public Prosecutions will decide whether he will be tried for a fourth time.

08/06 Two men charged over road rage incident involving a knife

The incident occurred in Lakemba in Sydney 's south west earlier this year. Around 5.15pm on Friday 5 April a 25-year-old man was driving a black LDV along Yerrick Road, Lakemba, when a Toyota Corolla reversed from a driveway, cutting him off.

04/06 Hugh Jackman shows off his shredded arms in new post - and makes a subtle nod to his beloved NRL team

Hugh Jackman has showed off his shredded arms in a new post.

31/05 Australia's richest people reveal money lessons they teach their kids

Some of the wealthiest people in Australia have revealed the financial advice they give their kids.

28/05 ‘Know your circle’: Spencer Leniu breaks silence on racism ban ahead of Origin debut

Prop is ready for any backlash in his first State of Origin game for NSW Blues after an eight-match suspension for racially abusing Ezra Mam

27/05 Mystery over Albo's missing red carpet love-in with Qantas boss

Mr Albanese's 2023 diary was quietly released to former independent senator Rex Patrick under Freedom of Information laws.

24/05 ‘Quitting is the devil’s fruit!’: why anime is firing up sports stars

Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke, NFL stars and Olympic athletes are finding inspiration in the characters’ resilience

14/05 Fifita re-signs with Titans after Roosters pull contract offer

David Fifita has sensationally announced he has signed with the Gold Coast Titans, a week after he told them he would leave the club at the end of the season.

14/05 'Just stupidity': Jack Wighton tired of continued racism after alleged abuse of Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker

A frustrated Jack Wighton is tired of talking about racism after Rabbitohs teammates Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker again allegedly copped abuse during an NRL game.

07/05 ‘Final nail in the coffin’: Man U savaged as worst-ever finish looms

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has vowed to “keep fighting” despite calls for his head as his side stares down the barrel of a worst-ever Premier League finish after a 4-0 thumping by Crystal Palace.

07/05 World’s sexiest athlete Alica Schmidt qualifies for Paris Olympics

Alica Schmidt is packing her bags for Paris.

06/05 ‘Wheels off’: Ange Postecoglous honeymoon is finished

The good feeling around Ange Postecoglou’s arrival in the Premier League has well and truly been washed away with Tottenham limping towards the finish line in dire fashion.

06/05 ‘Move forward’: Power couple break hearts with Instagram post

Tennis power couple Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa have announced that they have broken up.

05/05 Will Ferrell buys ‘large’ share of Leeds United, follows Ryan Reynolds lead

Elf movie star Will Ferrell has bought a “large” stake in Leeds United FC after falling in love with English football.

05/05 Aussie 4x100m relay record breakers put world on notice

Watch out world, the Australian women’s 4x100m relay team means business.

03/05 Ryan Reynolds’ brutal Wrexham FC move during Las Vegas trip

Wrexham FC players were soaking up the Las Vegas vibes after achieving their latest promotion when the brutal news was handed out.

03/05 Ex-cop in Jack de Belin sexual assault trial charged with perjury

A former NSW Police officer has been charged with perjury over evidence he gave during NRL star Jack de Belin's sexual assault court proceedings.

03/05 Ryan Reynolds comes clean on ‘absolute idiocy’ of $3.8m Wrexham purchase

Ryan Reynolds has revealed the “irresponsible endeavour” that he and Rob McElhenney made during their takeover process of Wrexham.

02/05 Stephen Maguire’s ‘disgusting’ act rocks World Snooker Championships

Scotland’s Stephen Maguire admitted he ate a fly during his quarter-final loss to David Gilbert at the World Snooker Championship.

01/05 Mariners’ stunning rise continues with A-League side on track for treble after premiership win

Central Coast Mariners claimed its third Premier’s Plate and remains on track to earn a historic treble since becoming a foundation club of the A-League in 2005.

30/04 Taylor Swift’s boyfriend Travis Kelce makes history in monster deal

Three-time Super Bowl champion tight end Travis Kelce has become the highest paid tight end in NFL history, signing a monster two-year $US34.25 million ($A52.5m) extension with the Kansas City Chiefs.

30/04 ‘That ain’t it’: Rafael Nadal’s classy act dragged into storm

Rafael Nadal is the sort of person who would give you the shirt off his back.

29/04 Australian Arsenal fan goes viral after Tottenham EPL ticket fail

The English Premier League famously features some of the fiercest rivalries and most loyal fanbases in all of sport.

29/04 Roosters star makes amends after nasty moment

Roosters recruit Dom Young says he “wanted to prove a point” in his first game back for the club after he was sent off and missed two matches for an ugly high shot on Blake Taaffe that knocked out the Bulldogs fullback.

28/04 Cody Simpson’s candid admission over Emma McKeon

Cody Simpson has addressed partner Emma McKeon’s uncertain future after the Olympics hero’s recent confession the Paris 2024 Olympics will be her final Games.

27/04 ‘Inexplicably horrendous’: De Minaur hit by drama in Nadal loss

Not bad for the world No. 512 player.

26/04 Smashed windows and bloody hearts: The last flight of the Western Suburbs Magpies

Western Suburbs played 91 seasons in the top flight but none of them were as tough as their last one in 1999 when they conceded the most points of any side ever as the last Magpies fought for their rugby league lives. 

26/04 Rafael Nadal says the unthinkable about Alex de Minaur at Barcelona Open

Rafael Nadal has all but accepted he will be playing his final match at the Madrid Open when he walks out to face Alex de Minaur.

25/04 Premier League gun’s girlfriend deletes all photos over disgusting bullying

Declan Rice’s girlfriend Lauren Fryer has deleted all of her Instagram pictures after bullying from vicious online trolls.

25/04 ‘One last time’: Rafael Nadal’s heartbreaking career update

Rafael Nadal has provided a rather bleak update on his future as he said he will only play at the upcoming French Open if he feels “capable enough to compete well”.

24/04 Terry Hill: Australian rugby league mourns death of cult hero aged 52

NSW Origin and Kangaroos star, who was as much a star off the field as on it, reportedly dies from heart attack

24/04 ‘This is peak Britishness’: Onlookers stunned by man’s marathon wine heroics

A London Marathon runner has gone viral after stopping at the end of every mile to drink a glass of wine.

24/04 Police raid English Premier League club over disturbing allegations

Police swooped on a football stadium in the arrests of two Premier League stars over an alleged rape over the weekend.

23/04 $4m lawsuit rocks NRL club after alleged ‘unlawful corporal punishment’ at training

A young rugby league star has accused his former club, the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, of “unlawful corporal punishment” in a bombshell $4m lawsuit.

22/04 Swimmer Shayna Jack‘s lawyer slams China doping situation

Shayna Jack’s lawyer is outraged by the decision to allow 23 Chinese swimmers to compete at the Tokyo Olympics despite positive tests for doping.

22/04 Knights firebrand learns fate over bizarre tunnel altercation

Knights firebrand Jack Hetherington and Reed Mahoney have both been charged for their altercation in the Accor Stadium tunnel on Sunday afternoon, with the Newcastle forward set to serve a one-match ban if he takes the early guilty plea.

22/04 League legend’s scathing attack on the Eels

League legend Mark Geyer has torn strips off the struggling Eels, accusing them of putting the white flag up in their second-half capitulation against the Dolphins while also suggesting the team needs a “complete overhaul”.

22/04 Beijing half marathon winners Runners stripped over ‘embarrassing’ footage

The top three in Beijing’s half marathon have been stripped of their medals, organisers said, following an investigation into the finish that saw China’s He Jie controversially win.

20/04 Cody Simpson facing Olympic battle amid Emma McKeon news

Cody Simpson’s Olympic dream is hanging by a thread.

19/04 Swimming great Emma McKeon makes call on Olympic future

Swimming superstar Emma McKeon, who is chasing history at this year’s Paris Olympics, has made a call on her future in the pool.

19/04 NAS breaks his silence on endless rumours

Storm giant Nelson Asofa-Solomona has opened up on a turbulent few weeks when he was dropped to reserve grade, with rumours swirling that he could be released from the final three years of his contract.

19/04 Star Roosters duo charged for acts of foul play

The Roosters have dodged a double blow with skipper James Tedesco and veteran enforcer Jared Waerea-Hargreaves avoiding bans for incidents out of Thursday night’s loss to the Storm.

18/04 Steph Rice wiped from swimming history, Aussie shatters another record

A red-hot Kaylee McKeown swam the fourth fastest women’s 400m medley in history Thursday but said she did not plan to race it at the Paris Olympics.

18/04 Irate Robinson fed up with missed calls

Roosters coach Trent Robinson has taken aim at the Bunker for two crucial decisions he says went against his side that led directly to Storm tries in their 18-12 win at Allianz Stadium.

18/04 Live: Undermanned Roosters renew rivalry with rejuvenated Storm

The Roosters will be without halfback Sam Walker for the second week in a row as they lock horns with their old rivals from Melbourne. Follow live. 

17/04 Alex de Minaur makes tennis history against Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal suffered his first defeat on his return to tennis after injury as he fell 7-5 6-1 against Alex de Minaur on Wednesday in the Barcelona Open second round.

17/04 Kaylee McKeown shatters 14-year 200m medley record

Aussie Olympic powerhouse Kaylee McKeown has just sent a warning shot ahead of Paris, shattering a record that had stood since 2009 at the Australian championships.

17/04 Aussie coach quits Olympics over scandal

Boxing Australia’s national coach has withdrawn from the Paris Olympics after admitting to bullying and sexual misconduct towards female fighters.

16/04 Roosters confirm bombshell Joey Manu move

The Roosters are on the hunt for some firepower out wide after superstar centre Joseph Manu confirmed he would leave the NRL at the end of the year to join Japanese rugby club Toyota Verblitz.

16/04 Lomax officially signs with rival club

The Eels have confirmed one of rugby league’s worst-kept secrets, with the club announcing Dragons star Zac Lomax will join the blue and golds in 2025 on a four-year deal.

15/04 Investigation launched over ‘embarrassing’ finish to Beijing half marathon

Beijing half marathon organisers have announced they are investigating after footage shared widely online appeared to show three African runners deliberately allowing China’s He Jie to win.

15/04 NRL drop truth bomb following ugly war of words between coaches

The NRL has conceded aggrieved Gold Coast coach Des Hasler had a right to be upset and his side should have been awarded a set restart which would have then turned into a penalty and a shot from in front late in their heartbreaking one-point defeat to the Canberra Raiders on Sunday.

15/04 Panthers provide update on Cleary injury

Panthers players were tight-lipped as to whether superstar halfback Nathan Cleary would return from a hamstring injury this week as the defending premiers look to avenge last year’s loss to the Wests Tigers who “ambushed” them in Bathurst.

15/04 Athletes fume over skimpy detail on Nike’s Olympics uniform

Nike is under fire after Team USA’s track and field uniforms for the 2024 Paris Games were revealed this week — and the skimpy, hip-baring getup for female competitors has some Olympians wondering if they’ll be flashing their genitals to the world this July.

14/04 Ryan Reynolds breaks down in tears over Wrexham fan photo

Ryan Reynolds was in tears after Wrexham achieved promotion to League One on Sunday morning.

13/04 Teenager Sebastian Sultana becomes Australia’s fastest man, beats Rohan Browning

NSW teenager Sebastian Sultana has been crowned Australia’s fastest man after taking out the 100m final at the Australian track and field championships in Adelaide on Saturday.

13/04 Tearful shoppers tell how they fled Sydney knifeman who killed six

Six people were killed and others including a mother and her nine-month-old baby were critically injured in the attack at Bondi Junction Westfield mall at around 3.30pm local time.

12/04 Horrific OJ Simpson, Donald Trump blunder goes viral in America

The Los Angeles Times has been mocked for an excruciating error in its OJ Simpson obituary after suggesting that former President Donald Trump had served the accused murderer’s prison sentence.

12/04 Sam Kerr’s legal battle delayed again over evidence hold up

Sam Kerr’s legal battle has once again been put on ice after the prosecution was granted an extension in lodging documents outlining their case against the star.

11/04 James Magnussen swim doping plan ridiculed by world sport

Olympic silver medallist James Magnussen has quickly become the poster boy for the proposed Enhanced Games doping competition and it’s not doing much for his reputation.

11/04 Mal Meninga opens up on links with Souths coaching job

Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga says he hasn’t been offered anything official by South Sydney, but is interested in taking over for the rest of the season if he’s approached to coach the NRL side.

11/04 ‘That interests me’: Mal’s thoughts on Souths job

Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga says he hasn’t been offered anything official by South Sydney but he’s “interested” in taking over for the rest of the season if he’s approached to coach the side.

11/04 Bellamy responds to Souths, Schuster rumours

Storm coach Craig Bellamy says he hasn’t heard from anyone at South Sydney about him possibly replacing Jason Demetriou in 2025, with a report this week suggesting the veteran Melbourne boss is getting close to extending his current contract into a 23rd season.

11/04 Bennett coy on coaching future rumours

Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has warned people “don’t try and predict the future” as rumours continue to swirl that he is in the box seat to replace Jason Demetriou at South Sydney next year.

10/04 Transgender players now banned from international netball

Netball’s governing body has released a new policy banning transgender players from international competition.

10/04 Matildas vs Mexico live updates of international friendly

Welcome to news.com.au’s live coverage of the Matildas vs Mexico.

08/04 Latrell issued concerning act notice

South Sydney star Latrell Mitchell was issued a concerning act notice for a lifting tackle against the Warriors last weekend among as series of incidents labelled “stupid acts” by his coach but avoided a charge from the match review committee because he “didn’t follow through”.

08/04 NRL mourns loss of Balmain legend Keith Barnes

Balmain legend Keith Barnes has been remembered as “one of the greatest fullbacks the game has seen” after he passed away aged 89.

07/04 English football mascot axed over lewd acts to female fans

QPR mascot Jude the Cat has been neutered — for flirting with female fans on match days, it is claimed

07/04 Maguire urged to hand Blues rookie his debut

Andrew Webster says the next step in Wayde Egan’s career is a State of Origin debut this year, with the Warriors coach warning Queensland that the Blues could unleash a double dose of former Penrith hookers to destroy them around the ruck.

06/04 ‘Dragging me down’: Ange fumes at journalist’s question

Ange Postecoglou is confident Tottenham will enter the post-season transfer window without being restricted in their spending like some of their Premier League rivals.

06/04 The crazy link to Xerri’s emotional NRL return

There were plenty of crazy things to happen at Accor Stadium on Friday night, but perhaps the wildest was seeing two centres return from lengthy drug bans nearly five years to the day since Bronson Xerri made his NRL debut against Michael Jennings.

05/04 Sports quiz of the week: fighters, movers, shakers, scorers and losers

Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, cricket, basketball, golf, boxing, ice hockey and the NFL?

05/04 Nick Kyrgios, tennis pros ridicule viral tennis tweet

A top-ranked pickleball player has sparked a cavalcade of ridicule over a viral tweet comparing his sport to professional tennis.

04/04 Australia ‘mayhem’ blamed for Novak Djokovic coaching divorce

Novak Djokovic’s former coach Goran Ivanisevic has partially blamed the “mayhem” in Australia for his professional relationship with the world No. 1 ending late last month.

04/04 US loses it as eight NHL players ejected after two seconds over all-in brawl ‘madness’

Comedian Rodney Dangerfield had the joke: “I went to a fight and a hockey game broke out”.

04/04 Inside Manly’s bizarre kicking duel tactic

Sea Eagles star Reuben Garrick has lifted the lid on his side’s infamous kicking duel with the Panthers last year, with quirky tactics on the cards for Saturday’s clash with the premiers as they look to unsettle the best team of the modern era.

04/04 Eels vow to change attacking mindset

Dylan Brown says he’s enjoying the challenge of filling in at halfback while Mitch Moses is out injured, but the Eels star concedes he needs to work on a few things following Parramatta’s disappointing loss to the Wests Tigers on Easter Monday.

04/04 Robinson’s fears over potential kick-off change

Trent Robinson has warned the NRL to not make any knee-jerk reactions about kick-offs in the wake of the NFL changing its rules, with the Roosters coach fearing the sport could be “unrecognisable” if it gets rid of its unique “statement plays”.

03/04 Walters puts faith in son of a gun as Broncos wait for the all-clear on star Walsh

Broncos coach Kevin Walters says there is no exact timeline on Reece Walsh's return, as Tristan Sailor takes the number one jersey for their clash with the Storm.

03/04 NRL stars to work with the NSW government on a program to address youth crime in Moree, but an expert has concerns

Chris Minns, flanked by NSW police officers and NRL stars, has launched a new project designed to address youth crime in Moree. Exactly how many young people it will support is another question.

02/04 Brooks’ warning after rookie’s hot start

Luke Brooks knows exactly how it feels to be likened to the game’s greatest halfback based on just one good performance, which is why the former Wests Tigers No.7 is thrilled that no one is comparing teen sensation Lachie Galvin to any of rugby league’s premier five-eighths.

01/04 Rookie sensation cops hip-drop charge

Lachlan Galvin’s stunning second-half performance has been soured with the Wests Tigers rookie facing up to a three-match ban for a hip-drop tackle during his side’s epic 17-16 win over Parramatta on Easter Monday.

01/04 ‘Very scary’: Matildas trio rocked after teammate collapses on field

A trio of Matildas stars have been rocked after Arsenal teammate Frida Maanum collapsed in shocking scenes during the women’s League Cup final.

01/04 Three doesn’t go into two at the Roosters

Sam Walker has heard all the murmurs that he performs better with Sandon Smith than he does with Luke Keary, but the youngster had defended his experienced halves partner who he says makes him feel more confident on the field.

01/04 NRL stars slam lack of consistency for obstruction

Roosters halfback Sam Walker has called on the NRL to sort out the obstruction rule once and for all, declaring “there’s not a great deal of consistency” after teammate Joseph Manu was incorrectly denied a try in the 22-16 loss to Penrith.

31/03 Devastating Tszyu dagger dashes Aussie’s re-match hopes

Tim Tszyu has been given the cruel news he will not get a re-match with Sebastian Fundora.

31/03 ‘You lost sir’: Boxing king’s brutal reality check for Tszyu amid career nightmare

Tim Tszyu’s career is at a crossroads after he was handed his first professional loss against Sebastian Fundora in his Las Vegas debut.

31/03 ‘Maybe they had blood in their eyes’: Chaotic Tim Tszyu scorecard baffles boxing

There are few things certain in this world other than death, taxes and boxing scorecards that leave fans scratching their heads.

31/03 Disbelief over stoppage farce as Tim Tszyu loses ‘goriest fight of all-time’

The old saying “you don’t play boxing” has never been truer after Tim Tszyu lost his first professional fight, losing his world title to Sebastian Fundora.

30/03 Rugby winger’s clip blows US away, signs with Kansas City Chiefs

Former Welsh rugby union star Louis Rees-Zammit has raised more than a few eyebrows after he signed a deal with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.

29/03 ‘Must be accountable’: Johnson calls for Kerr to be stripped

Mitchell Johnson has called for Sam Kerr to be removed as the captain of the Matildas.

29/03 Inside knowledge could help Dragons bounce back

Shane Flanagan and Anthony Seibold will put their friendship to the side for Saturday’s crucial game in Wollongong, with the Dragons coach desperate for his side to recapture the defensive resolve they showed in round 1.

29/03 Eels star’s incredible act of toughness

Parramatta players have paid tribute to injured halfback Mitchell Moses’ toughness after he played 25 minutes with a broken foot, while they’ve also backed young gun Blaize Talagi to handle the move to five-eighth for the next two months.

29/03 Paige Spiranac slams golfer over $2m prize money whinge

Add Paige Spiranac’s name to the list of golf enthusiasts perplexed by PGA Tour winner Chris DiMarco’s seven-figure gripe.

28/03 Ryan Reynolds’s football fairytale now a $17m mess

Wrexham now owe nearly $17 million (£9 million) to Hollywood owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds after losing £5 million in the year of their promotion to the English Football League, the Welsh club announced on Friday morning (AEDT).

28/03 Cops fight to get their jobs back after refusing to get Covid jabs

Father-of-five Justin Poore, 39, was fired from the NSW Police force in 2021 after refusing an order from then commissioner, Mick Fuller, for all officers to get the jab.

28/03 Women’s team with five trans players dominates women’s football tournament

A Sydney women’s soccer team which features five transgender players has sparked controversy after dominating the North West Sydney League pre-season Beryl Ackroyd Cup.

27/03 Novak Djokovic announces sad break up after long relationship

Novak Djokovic and Goran Ivanisevic are breaking up, the tennis world number one announced on Wednesday night.

27/03 England’s Jude Bellingham goes viral for heartwarming ‘absolute class’ act

England star Jude Bellingham shared a touching moment with a youngster ahead of the Three Lions’ friendly against Belgium.

27/03 Munster's return from 'frustrating' injury gets a little closer as Storm superstar completes training

When the Melbourne Storm return to the field after a bye week, they will be bolstered by the return of halfback Jahrome Hughes and potentially the biggest star in their stable.

26/03 Andy Murray reveals serious injury, Wimbledon swan song in doubt

Andy Murray has confirmed he will be out for an “extended period” after rupturing two ankle ligaments during his loss at the Miami Open.

25/03 Olympian Shane Rose on his horror days since a shocking fall

Three-time Olympic equestrian medallist Shane Rose has spoken about the dark days that followed a shocking recent riding accident.

25/03 Teammates quit, legend slams transgender darts victor

A trans darts player has taken out a women’s competition days after winning a men’s event and it has not gone down well in some circles.

23/03 Sharks star sweating on scans for an ankle injury

Sharks prop Toby Rudolf left Leichhardt Oval in a moon boot and on crutches, with the fan favourite fearing he’s suffered a syndesmosis injury as the club counts the cost of a surprising loss to the Wests Tigers.

21/03 Fans lose it at Aussie detail in Premier League star’s viral video

English Premier League star Tyrone Mings has gone viral after posting an update in his recovery from a horror ACL injury.

21/03 Roosters star goes from master to apprentice

Joseph Manu has spent the past couple of years mentoring Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on what it takes to thrive in the NRL, but the roles have been reversed with the student now dishing out lessons before the pair head to rugby union in 2025.

21/03 Friend’s incredible tribute to JWH

Jake Friend spent a decade rooming with Jared Waerea-Hargreaves when the Roosters played away from home, which means he didn’t have to spend years tackling the warhorse who he says is the “best modern age front-rower” and will bring up 300 NRL appearances against the Rabbitohs on Friday night.

21/03 ‘I won’t explain’: Demetriou’s frosty response to brutal axing

Jason Demetriou is usually one of the most open coaches in the NRL, but the South Sydney boss was cagier than ever on Thursday morning as declared everything was “rock solid” at the Rabbitohs despite the club enduring a hellish week off the field.

20/03 Kim Kardashian planning lavish $400k trip to the Euros

Kim Kardashian is planning a dream trip to the Euros – and it could be bad news for England boss Gareth Southgate.

20/03 Karl Stefanovic, Cate Campbell tear Brisbane Olympics plan to shreds

What an absolute shambles.

19/03 Aryna Sabalenka is mourning the sudden loss of her partner

World No. 2 tennis player Aryna Sabalenka, the reigning Australian Open champion, is mourning the loss of her boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov.

19/03 ‘Let’s move on’: Latrell breaks silence, stresses there was no ‘malice’ in radio interview

Souths superstar Latrell Mitchell has declared that his expletive-laden radio interview last Thursday contained “no intent” or “no malice”, and stated everyone should “move on”.

18/03 ‘Got a list’: Candice Warner keeping track of ‘horrible’ trolls after ‘pile-on’

Candice and David Warner never forget.

18/03 Intimacy ban lifted for athletes ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics

The intimacy ban for Olympic athletes has been lifted for the Paris Games with organisers making 300,000 free condoms available in the village.

17/03 Storm face huge call on star halves

Memories of last year’s unsuccessful night at the judiciary have the Melbourne Storm weighing up whether it’s worth fighting Jahrome Hughes’ ban for making contact with referee Chris Butler, even though the consensus is the halfback did nothing wrong.

17/03 ‘Still male’: Truth bomb for trans athletes

Caitlyn Jenner, widely considered the world’s most well known transgender woman, has given her take on the debate over trans people and professional sport.

15/03 ‘Bee invasion’ stops Indian Wells in its tracks amid chaotic scenes

A “bee invasion” has rocked Stadium Court at Indian Wells on Thursday, sending defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev diving for cover and making a hero of local bee expert Lance Davis.

14/03 ‘Why would you even say that?’: Presenter accused of cheating on live TV

Kate Abdo was all class on Thursday morning as she addressed an awkward comment from Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher on live television.

13/03 Kevin Walters blows up amid constant Ezra Mam questions

Broncos coach Kevin Walters lost patience with reporters who peppered him with questions about Spencer Leniu’s eight-match ban for calling Brisbane star Ezra Mam “a monkey” during their game in Las Vegas.

13/03 ‘He is a criminal’: Player defaulted after kicking umpires chair in ‘ugly’ tennis tantrum

Argentinian tennis player Renzo Olivo lost his round of 32 match at the Santiago Challenger event after blowing up during the second set.

13/03 Napoli president shoves cameraman in ugly incident

Napoli football president Aurelio De Laurentiis is set to cop a heavy sanction over an ugly incident ahead of his team’s Champions League encounter on Wednesday.

13/03 Premiership star signs lucrative new deal

The Panthers have received a boost ahead of Friday’s western Sydney derby with local junior Izack Tago signing a new deal that will keep him at the club until the end of the 2028 season.

12/03 Novak Djokovic suffers meltdown during upset Indian Wells defeat

Novak Djokovic has suffered a complete meltdown during one of the worst defeats of his long career.

12/03 NRL week 2 teams: Benji Marshall drops bombshell, Wayne swings axe

The Benji Marshall era at the Wests Tigers has begun with a bombshell selection in the halves with teen sensation Lachlan Galvin set to start at five-eighth against Canberra, with experienced recruit Aidan Sezer named on the bench.

11/03 ‘Game has failed’: Johnathan Thurston slams Spencer Leniu ban and excuse

Johnathan Thurston has slammed the NRL judiciary’s decision to ban Roosters prop Spencer Leniu for eight matches for racially abusing Brisbane’s Ezra Mam, with the Indigenous superstar declaring “the game has failed” to send a strong enough message.

11/03 Thurston whacks NRL for soft Leniu ban

Johnathan Thurston has slammed the NRL judiciary’s decision to ban Roosters prop Spencer Leniu for eight matches for racially abusing Brisbane’s Ezra Mam, with the Indigenous superstar declaring “the game has failed” to send a strong enough message.

11/03 Diving leap secures triathlon victory in photo finish

Australian triathlete Caleb Noble has taken out the Mooloolaba Triathlon after a wild finish to the race in Queensland.

11/03 NRL responds to fresh Dally M farce

NRL head of football Graham Annesley has defended the league’s decision to keep the identity of Dally M voters anonymous after some of the round one decisions were widely ridiculed.

10/03 Ange Postecoglou is back: Aussie’s team hits 73-year first

Tottenham landed a crucial blow in the fight to finish in the Premier League’s top four with a 4-0 demolition of Aston Villa on Monday morning.

09/03 Why this photo from an ordinary Aussie nightclub has gone viral

An ordinary snap of a 'small town girl' enjoying a night out at a club in far north Queensland has Aussies across the country claiming the teen should be a model.

09/03 Kyle Chalmers’ coach stood down ahead of Paris Olympics

Aussie 100m freestyle king Kyle Chalmers has been rocked after his coach was ruled out of attending this year’s Paris Olympics following an investigation by South Australian authorities.

08/03 Man's costly mistake in clearing wetlands

The man from Townsville in Queensland's north was unauthorised to clear cleared 19,000sqm of protected wetland in Bowling Green Bay National Park.