Joondalup Councillor Quits Over Military Record Scrutiny
Joondalup councillor steps down after strip club beer photo triggers investigation into his military service claims. Read the full story of the political fallout.
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Broncos Rebrand Divides Fans and Politicians
Brisbane Broncos' controversial rebrand faces fan backlash over removed 'Broncos' text from logo and navy away strip. Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers praises the changes. Read more.
SA Coach's 'Grovel' Remark Sparks Racial Controversy
South Africa's Test coach Shukri Conrad faces backlash after using racially charged term 'grovel' against India. Proteas dominate Day 4 in Guwahati. Read the full story.
Hanson's Burqa Stunt in Senate Sparks Censure
Pauline Hanson's repeat of her 2017 burqa stunt in the Senate has led to suspension and widespread condemnation, revealing deeper issues in Australian politics. Read the full analysis.
Pauline Hanson Condemned for Controversial Burqa Remarks
Pauline Hanson faces bipartisan condemnation after controversial comments about the burqa during Senate debate. Political leaders unite in criticism of her remarks.
AFLW voting controversy: Riddell snubbed after record game
North Melbourne's Ash Riddell broke AFLW disposal record with 45 touches but received zero votes in shocking oversight. Room reaction spoke volumes about controversial umpiring decision.
2026 AFL Predictions: West Coast Eagles & Fremantle Teams
Way-too-early 2026 AFL team predictions for West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers. See which players could feature in Round One line-ups.
Khawaja's golf game sparks criticism after poor Test performance
Under-fire cricketer Usman Khawaja has stirred controversy by playing golf before the Perth Test, then mocking critics on social media after scoring just 2 runs. Will he be dropped for the second Test?
Hanson's Burqa Stunt Condemned in Senate
Pauline Hanson sparks outrage with repeated burqa stunt in Australian Senate. Political leaders condemn the controversial demonstration as racist and divisive.
Wildcats Coach Rillie Protests Non-Call in Melbourne Defeat
Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie erupts over critical non-decision that cost his team late in nail-biting 85-83 loss to Melbourne United. Read the explosive details.
$50M Strand Tower Seeks 10-Storey Approval in Townsville
Controversial $50 million Strand apartment development in Townsville seeks approval to increase height to 10 storeys, facing community opposition over scale and character concerns.
Fred Rodriguez's AFL Draft Motivation at West Coast Eagles
West Coast Eagles recruit Fred Rodriguez reveals how being overlooked in the AFL draft drives his determination to succeed. Discover his inspiring journey.
LNP questioned over paid ad defending woman puncher
Queensland LNP under fire for using taxpayer funds on Facebook ad defending man convicted of assaulting woman. Political controversy erupts over messaging priorities.
Jesmond shopping centre reindeer display sparks outcry
A Christmas promotion featuring live reindeer at Jesmond Central shopping centre has sparked animal cruelty allegations and community backlash, prompting the centre to cancel future appearances.
West Coast Eagles Face Major AFL Draft Decisions
West Coast Eagles hold the first two selections in the AFL Draft, positioning them to dramatically shape their team rebuild. Follow live updates and analysis.
Mason Cox signs 2-year deal with Fremantle Dockers
American ruckman Mason Cox scores surprise 2-year contract with Fremantle after Collingwood delisting. The 211cm veteran brings premiership experience to bolster Dockers' tall options.
Daicos: AFL Origin will be 'full noise' clash
Collingwood star Nick Daicos says Victorian players are eager for the AFL State of Origin revival, promising a fierce 'full noise' clash against WA at Optus Stadium on Feb 14.
India's cricket humiliation on engineered pitch backfires
India's calculated gamble backfires spectacularly as South Africa claims stunning 30-run Test victory on controversial Eden Gardens pitch. Cricket world reacts to the batting collapse.
Controversial OnlyFans star cleared for Australian return
Controversial OnlyFans creator Bonnie Blue announces visa approval for Australian Schoolies events, sparking parental concerns about her plans with recent graduates.
South Fremantle's Fred Rodriguez AFL Draft Prospect
South Fremantle draft prospect Fred Rodriguez earns high praise for coachability and consistency ahead of AFL Draft. Learn why clubs are interested in this emerging talent.
Teen in court for 'Blue Blob' statue vandalism in Mount Gambier
A 19-year-old faces charges for gluing googly eyes on Mount Gambier's controversial $136,000 statue. She's now crowdfunding legal costs as community debate over the artwork continues.
AFL Origin Returns with Perth Showdown in February
AFL Origin makes triumphant return after 13 years with Patrick Cripps and Shai Bolton confirmed for Perth clash. Don't miss the state rivalry revival!
Avery Thomas: From Tragedy to AFL Draft Prospect
Tasmanian AFL young gun Avery Thomas has overcome personal tragedy and setback to become the state's number one draft prospect. Discover his inspiring journey to the national combine.
Rio Tinto mothballs $4.5bn Serbian lithium project
Rio Tinto shelves controversial $4.5 billion Jadar lithium mine in Serbia following public protests and permitting delays. Read about the cost-cutting move.
WA Football First: Two Games, Two Cities, Same Day
Historic AFL fixture for 2026 sees Fremantle and West Coast playing in different cities on the same day. WA football makes groundbreaking scheduling move.
Geelong's Tough 2026 AFL Fixture Revealed
Geelong faces an uphill battle for the 2026 premiership with a challenging fixture. Can the Cats overcome their difficult draw? Analysis inside.
AFL 2026 fixture: Hawks get 8 primetime games
The AFL's 2026 fixture sees Hawthorn lead with eight Thursday/Friday night games while reigning premiers Brisbane receive only three. Full schedule analysis inside.
Torquay councillor's WA move fails pub test
Surf Coast councillor Kate Gazzard faces criticism after moving to Western Australia while representing Torquay ward. Locals question her ability to serve effectively from across the country.
AFL Defends Stand-Down Process in Bruhn Case
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon defends league's handling of Tanner Bruhn's sexual assault case as charges are dropped. No-fault stand-down policy ruled out. Full details.
Ex-AFL advocate's horrific injuries after road rage attack
Former AFL Tribunal advocate Iain Findlay suffers shocking injuries in Melbourne road rage attack. Details of the assault and ongoing recovery revealed.
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