Cairns U23 Basketball Carnival: Top Performers Revealed
Cairns' basketball future shines as the U23 Northern League Carnival concludes. See the standout players and relive the action in our 40-photo gallery.
Cairns' basketball future shines as the U23 Northern League Carnival concludes. See the standout players and relive the action in our 40-photo gallery.
Townsville Blackhawks, Northern Pride, and Mackay Cutters U19s sides faced off in a pre-season trial. Get the full results and standout player performances from the clash.
Relive the action from the Goldfield Ashes in Charters Towers! Our mega gallery of 170 photos captures the community spirit, fierce competition, and family fun of this iconic cricket event. See all the highlights now!
The massive Charters Towers Goldfield Ashes cricket carnival is underway, featuring 200 teams and a $30,000 prize pool. Discover the action in North Queensland.
NBL Next Stars boss Liam Santamaria says top prospects will continue choosing Australia over US college, despite new NCAA payment rules. Discover why the pathway remains competitive.
Parramatta Eels icon and commentator Peter Sterling has come full circle, signing as ambassador for the Newcastle Rugby League's Northern Hawks. The local boy is back to inspire the next generation.
A teenage girl sustained serious spinal injuries at a mental health-focused rugby league carnival in Corrimal, requiring an emergency airlift to Westmead Children's Hospital. Read the full details.
The Maritime Union alleges Carnival Cruise Lines pays some staff a tenth of the minimum wage for 300-hour months. The company denies claims, citing international standards. Read the full investigation.
Hundreds of young athletes competed at the annual Lake Illawarra Athletics summer carnival, now renamed to honour life member Howard McGarry. See results and highlights.
Perth Lynx coach Ryan Petrik breaks club's games coached record with his unique, entertaining philosophy. Discover how his high-octane style led to two grand finals.
Two Lake Macquarie PCYC basketballers, Jared Hickson and Jarvis Watson, are set for a life-changing trip to the USA as part of a groundbreaking all-Indigenous squad. Read their inspiring story.
Police in Katherine, NT, have arrested three primary school-aged boys over a series of burglaries and property damage. Investigations continue for four other suspects.
A 62-year-old man faces charges after allegedly approaching a 13-year-old boy in a Northern Beaches public toilet. Police detail the arrest and upcoming court date.
A man's body was seen floating in Darwin Harbour near the Larrakeyah Naval Base. Police and rescue teams are searching. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Manchester United's James Overy and QPR's Jaylan Pearman are among the 23 players selected for Australia's U23 squad for the AFC U23 Asian Cup in Qatar. Read the full squad list and tournament details.
Great Northern Super Crisp has been named Australia's best-selling beer for an unprecedented fifth straight year, highlighting a major shift towards mid-strength brews. Discover the full top five list and what it says about changing Aussie tastes.
Townsville residents are facing crippling insurance hikes despite a federal reinsurance pool, with some premiums doubling. Experts warn the scheme isn't working as intended. Read the full investigation.
A 44-year-old woman has died in the Tennant Creek Watch House, prompting a major police investigation into another death in custody in the Northern Territory.
A man has been arrested following the alleged stabbing death of a 35-year-old in Laramba on Boxing Day. Police investigations continue as Major Crime detectives join the case.
Police urge motorcyclists to ride within their limits after a devastating spike in fatalities on northern NSW roads. The road toll rises as double demerits remain in force.
A 35-year-old man has died after an alleged stabbing in the remote community of Laramba, 205km west of Alice Springs. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward.
Parts of Queensland face a major flood threat as a multi-day rain event is set to worsen from Friday. The Bureau of Meteorology warns of possible protracted flooding across northern regions.
Following a violent weekend in Alice Springs, calls intensify for PM Anthony Albanese to implement urgent measures. The community demands action on youth crime and bail laws.
The NBL is building a massive 32.4m replay screen for HoopsFest at RAC Arena, creating Australia's biggest basketball fan experience. Get your tickets now!
A look back at Mandurah's unforgettable 2025: saying goodbye to King Carnival, welcoming champion athletes, and navigating community change. Read the year's biggest stories.
Perth Lynx coach Ryan Petrik is one victory away from becoming the club's most successful coach. As he chases the wins record, his ultimate goal remains a WNBL championship for Perth. Read more.
Beetaloo Energy's Carpentaria-5H well achieves a peak flow of 11.2 terajoules daily, marking a major step towards first gas sales in 2026. Discover the strategy behind the basin's strong performance.
A 70-year-old former Tasmanian school employee faces charges of persistent sexual abuse of a child. The alleged crimes occurred between 2018 and 2020. Support is available.
A new $25 million shopping centre in Alkimos gets the green light, featuring a supermarket, childcare, medical centre, and 301 car parks. The project is a major boost for the growing northern suburb.
Perth Wildcats centre Jo Lual-Acuil reflects on his journey from soccer to basketball ahead of his 150th NBL game. Discover his story and impact on the team.