Bostock's debut hat-trick lifts Australia past New Zealand
The Kangaroos won their World Cup opener 24-22, with Jack Bostock scoring the decisive try in the 75th minute at Allianz Stadium.
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NT plans law requiring maternity services at Darwin Private Hospital
Calvary Health Care is expected to take over by the end of 2026, while an obstetrician warns rebuilding the maternity ward would take at least two years.
Port Adelaide's Cripps criticises Bulldogs over Butters celebrations
Port's list manager says his team helped shape Zak Butters' move, with the Power receiving four first-round picks through a five-club trade.
Delisted Essendon midfielder Elijah Tsatas draws interest from AFL clubs
The 21-year-old was the No.5 pick in the 2022 draft and made 22 appearances during four years with the Bombers.
West Coast confirm interest in Bobby Hill after Collingwood exit
The 2023 Norm Smith medallist wants another AFL opportunity. Fremantle have ruled him out, while St Kilda say they have not discussed him.
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Caulfield Cup to honour 1959 winner Trevor Dyer
The jockey rode Regal Wench to victory at odds of 25-1 and has kept the equipment he used in the race.
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Bellinger River RSL to host family retreat for younger veterans
The Bellinger Valley camping and fishing gathering will commemorate 25 years since Australian troops were first deployed to Afghanistan.
NT plans law requiring maternity services at Darwin Private Hospital
Calvary Health Care is expected to take over by the end of 2026, while an obstetrician warns rebuilding the maternity ward would take at least two years.
Broome evaluation finds crime fell as Kimberley youth hubs mark milestone
Broome and Fitzroy Crossing have marked two years of youth night services, while Kununurra plans a permanent facility.
Victoria signs off on 219-turbine Warracknabeal energy project
Federal approval is still required for the proposed wind farm, which WestWind Energy says could power 1.2 million homes.
Senate removes private health rebate bill from agenda
Health Minister Mark Butler plans to reintroduce the unchanged legislation, which would reduce rebates for Australians aged 65 and over.
Import guarantees follow preliminary dumping finding on Chinese windows and doors
Importers face financial guarantees of up to 73.3% while the industry minister considers whether duties should apply.
Australian employment falls by 39,300 as jobless rate stays at 4.7%
Participation slipped to 66.8% in September, while a revision lifted August's unemployment rate from 4.6% to 4.7%.
Anthony De Ceglie resigns as Perth Bears chief executive
Gareth Holmes will become interim CEO as the club prepares for its first pre-season and entry into the NRL.
Seven retains Tour Down Under rights in multi-year deal
The agreement covers full live coverage of both races, with the 2027 men’s and women’s events overlapping from 22 to 24 January.
Nolans rare earths project marks construction milestone in NT
Arafura's A$1.8 billion project near Alice Springs is due to have its mine and processing plant built over three years, the company's chief executive says.
Firmus float withdrawal raises questions over Tasmanian projects
Opponents of three northern Tasmanian data centre proposals welcomed the withdrawal, while Firmus said it remained able to pursue its plans.
Firmus plans to allocate about half of IPO to existing investors
The Australian data centre operator has set an A$11 share price and is due to begin trading on the ASX on 23 October.
ASD shifts cyber security framework from maturity scores to evidence
The Essential Eight replacement prioritises identity services and internet-facing devices, but a deadline for mandatory adoption has not been set.
Pope's AI adviser warns Australia over copyright reform risks
Father Paolo Benanti says allowing AI training without permission could leave Australian creators' work generating profits and tax revenue overseas.
NSW transport trials sensors to detect dangerous activity
Transport for NSW says the trial has detected 350 rail corridor crossings at Kingswood and some 500 instances of dangerous pedestrian activity on the Hume Highway.
Tasmania plans community fund contributions from AI data centres
Contribution amounts and enforcement arrangements remain undecided, but Premier Jeremy Rockliff says the requirement will cover projects already approved.
Kogan deploys Salesforce AI agent for customer support
The retailer says its agent can handle 10 types of support requests, including order tracking, voucher redemption and identity verification.
Kiss puts onus on Nawaqanitawase to prove himself for World Cup
The winger is returning to union in Japan, while his agent has raised Italy and Fiji as possible international options.
Cosgrove defends suspension arrangement ahead of A-League opener
The Auckland FC striker served his two-match ban through reserves fixtures, making him available to face Melbourne City.
Kelleher to make Australia debut in World Cup opener against Samoa
The 26-year-old will join Roosters teammate Tarryn Aiken in the halves after coach Jess Skinner left Ali Brigginshaw out of the squad.
Port Adelaide's Cripps criticises Bulldogs over Butters celebrations
Port's list manager says his team helped shape Zak Butters' move, with the Power receiving four first-round picks through a five-club trade.
Fiona O'Byrne wins Lester portrait prize for Luci, now
The Melbourne artist receives A$50,000, while Perth honours student Yasamin Khadembashi wins the A$10,000 emerging artist award.