'Ghost ship' inquest to start next week
A relation of two men lost at sea in Queensland's "ghost ship" mystery hopes an inquest will unearth new information.
Smith to quiz Fiji regime about poll
(AAP) - Australian Foreign Minister Stephen Smith has arrived in Fiji, putting the nation's coup leader on notice that he expects an unwavering commitment to fresh elections next year.
Solomon charge referred to AFL tribunal
(AAP) - The AFL Tribunal could end Dean Solomon's season on Tuesday night, after the Fremantle bad boy joined Barry Hall as the secondplayer this year to have a hit deemed too extreme for a set pen
Dramatic reduction in road deaths
(AAP) - There has been a dramatic reduction in Australia's road toll in the first half of 2008, new figures show.
Jongewaard closer to riding in Beijing
(AAP) - Australian mountain bike champion Chris Jongewaard has won another battle in his bid to ride at the Beijing Olympics after Cycling Australia (CA) nominated him for the Games.
Wallabies to target Boks' set pieces
(AAP) - The Wallabies will attempt to expose South Africa's usually dominant lineout in the Tri-Nations match on Saturday when the Springboks will rely on a third string hooker.
I won't be pillaging NRL, says McKenzie
Incoming Stade Francais coach Ewen McKenzie has rejected suggestions of pillaging the NRL following confirmation that Mark Gasnier will join the French rugby union club on a two-year deal.
Smith to quiz Fiji regime about poll
Australian Foreign Minister Stephen Smith has arrived in Fiji, putting the nation's coup leader on notice that he expects an unwavering commitment to fresh elections next year.
Digger's family struggling with loss
Grieving family members of SAS Signaller Sean McCarthy, killed in Afghanistan last week, say they are struggling to come to terms with their sudden loss.
Pope, kangaroo light up Harbour Bridge
Images of the Pope and the Australian outback are being projected on Sydney's famous Harbour Bridge in celebration of World Youth Day (WYD).
