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Wallabies 'unrecognisable' from third Lions Test
The Wallabies are 'unrecognisable' from the third Lions Test after slumping to their third straight loss against Ireland.

After playing in Rwanda and Kazakhstan, Bernard Tomic returned to Sydney. He lasted 35 minutes
The former Australian No.1 won the Sydney event in his pomp, but his return to the Harbour City on Tuesday was a short one.

Foster relives iconic commentary tears
Craig Foster relives his iconic commentary tears when Australia beat Uruguay in 2005 to qualify for the World Cup.

Eli Katoa ruled out of 2026 season by Melbourne doctor, specialists
Eli Katoa is back home in Melbourne, but the Storm’s doctor and neuro specialists have made the decision to sit him out of the 2026 season.

This former Test player could coach Australia. He has quit his state to join the franchise circuit
Adam Voges, a frontrunner to replace Andrew McDonald as Australian head coach when his contract expires in 2027, has quit his job as Western Australia’s head coach to take up new roles on the Twenty20 franchise circuit.

Australia set to unleash star all-rounder Green, Wood scares England batters in fiery pre-Ashes spell
The visitors’ chances received a major fillip from the sight of their speedster charging in at training, while Cameron Green declared himself right to go for Australia.

Crews battle large warehouse fire in Port Whangarei
Multiple fire engines have responded to a large warehouse building fire.

12 people injured in three vehicle crash at intersection
The incident occurred at the intersection of Yarrow Street and Isabella Street in Invercargill just after 8pm on Tuesday, according to police.

ALS breakthrough could be worth billions for global health systems
An effective ALS treatment could create up to USD $143 billion in value over ten years, easing healthcare burdens in seven major economies including the US and UK.

'Uh oh': Giannis leaves with injury
Giannis Antetokounmpo goes straight to the locker room after a groin injury.

Bombers sweating on Martin scans after pre-season training mishap
The fear is that the graft in Nic Martin’s reconstructed knee has either been aggravated or faltered. The club won’t be certain until scans are assessed by his surgeon next week.

Trainer hopes to get more shine out of Twinkling Star
Matt Vella has already done the job asked of him with lightly raced mare Twinkling Star, so he’s raised the bar as he looks for a breakthrough city win today.

Katoa ruled out of 2026 season
The Melbourne Storm announce that Eli Katoa has been ruled out of the 2026 season.

Popovic weighs in on world-class rival
Tony Popovic admits the chance to face Colombia and Luis Diaz will be a great test for his Socceroos side leading into the World Cup.

Why Hewitt is coming out of retirement
Lleyton Hewitt steps out of retirement to return to the courts alongside his son, Cruz, at the NSW Open.

‘Shades of Adam Gilchrist’: The wicketkeeper who could be England’s secret Ashes weapon
They’ve barely rated a mention in the Ashes build-up, but wicketkeepers Alex Carey and Jamie Smith loom as key figures in determining how this series unfolds.

Philips unveils Ambilight TVs for hotels with gaming & AirPlay
Philips launches Ambilight-enabled MediaSuite TVs for hotels, featuring Google Cast, Apple AirPlay, and cloud gaming to enhance guest entertainment globally.