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Former cricketer pleads guilty to underage sexual abuse charges
Aaron William Summers was playing for the Hobart Hurricanes in January 2018 when the underage sexual abuse occurred, a Tasmanian court has heard. Newsilin...
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'Glint in their eyes': How Aussies watched the Socceroos match against Paraguay
Crowds across the nation adorned in green and gold gathered in support of the Socceroos for their third match in the FIFA World Cup. Newsiline summarises...
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Follow live: Socceroos through to the knockouts as Paraguay match ends in goalless draw
The Socceroos will be looking to bounce back from defeat to USA as they aim to lock in a place in the Round of 32. Newsiline summarises this report from S...
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Victorian Liberal party in turmoil as MP denies colleague’s accusations of assault
Police confirm they are investigating as sources close to accused MP say he vehemently denies the allegations and is considering legal action Follow our A...
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Victorian Liberal MP claims assault by party colleague
The Victorian Liberal Party is in chaos after an MP claimed they were assaulted by a member of their own party room. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Walkley Awards judging chair quits after alleged disparaging remark about ABC colleague
Ben Butler allegedly made the comment while he was working in the corporation’s Melbourne newsroom The chair of the Walkleys judging board, former ABC jou...
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The 4,000km question facing the Socceroos ahead of crucial World Cup match
The Socceroos have travelled thousands of kilometres more than Paraguay before they face off. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and...
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Public transport fee relief and car rego cut by $100 in NSW budget targeting cost-of-living pressures
Australia’s most populous state forecast to plunge into worse-than-expected $2.3bn deficit in 2026-27, before rebounding to a $1.1bn surplus following yea...
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'Like a 21-year-old': How 'GOAT' Lionel Messi is rewriting football history at the World Cup
Messi's latest World Cup feat has reignited debate over whether he is football's greatest of all time. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Aust...
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Mitchell suffers another injury setback, Bears name new football boss
NSW Blues hopeful Latrell Mitchell is set to miss South Sydney's last game before teams are picked for the State of Origin decider after suffering a fresh...
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Justified or FIFA PR? Why footballers can't cover their mouths at the World Cup
A controversial World Cup-first unfolded during the Paraguay-Türkiye clash, with some opinions divided. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Aus...
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'It's about all the girls in Afghanistan': Cricketers play for recognition
In a bid for recognition, the Afghanistan women's cricket team will travel to England for the T20 World Cup — an event they cannot play in. Newsiline summ...
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Stokes shines in county cricket as England struggles against NZ
England's slide towards likely defeat to New Zealand in the second Test takes place on the same day absent captain Ben Stokes scores 95 for his county sid...
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New football laws strike as Almirón sent off
Paraguay's Miguel Almirón fell victim to new laws put in place at this World Cup to counter discriminatory behaviour. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Sydney fans gather for 5am World Cup match against the US – video
Thousands of Socceroos fans gathered at Tumbalong Park to watch the much anticipated game against the US, in which Australia lost 2-0. Newsiline summarise...
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Public transport to be cheaper as NSW treasurer says ‘discipline’ key to electoral success
As One Nation highlights cost-of-living pressures, Labor will treat public money ‘with respect … at time of high inflation’, Daniel Mookhey says ahead of...
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Côte d'Ivoire's Elye Wahi cleared to travel to Canada for World Cup match with Germany
Wahi, who was linked to an investigation into suspected sports corruption, has been given travel authorisation. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS...
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The little-known sport unlocking Florence's competitive edge
An introduction to the little-known sport of boccia has given 10-year-old Florence Nickel a new sense of competition and community. Newsiline summarises t...
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What to know about the Socceroos's next World Cup match
The Socceroos will face the USA in their second Group D match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and lin...
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Beleaguered KPMG referred to anti-corruption watchdog amid contract freeze
KPMG is facing a three-month freeze on new federal government contracts amid a worsening scandal over the treatment of a whistleblower, with the Greens no...
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Disgraced former AFL footballer jailed for pool fraud
An ex-footballer has been locked up after a jury found him guilty of defrauding multiple families with his regional pool business. Newsiline summarises th...
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Police investigate spectator brawl during country Victorian football match
Victoria Police is investigating an off-field fight at a local football match in Ararat over the weekend, sparking concerns about "dreadful" behaviour at...
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Former police officer steps aside from country football over sexual assault charges
A female footballer has "stepped aside" from her country Victoria club after sexual assault allegations against her were revealed. Newsiline summarises th...
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Soccer tournament unites refugees through universal language of sport
A soccer tournament in Perth's north helps participants overcome barriers, while inspiring more women to pursue the game, as part of Refugee Week. Newsili...
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Watch: Scotland defeats Haiti to win its first World Cup match in 36 years
A historic moment for Scotland, and heartbreak for a Haitian side that refused to give up. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and li...
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When and how to watch the Socceroos first World Cup match today
The Socceroos will face Türkiye in their first Group D match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and link...
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'Special player and person': NZ cricket legend Williamson retires
New Zealand cricketing legend Kane Williamson announces his retirement from the game immediately after a stunning career. Newsiline summarises this report...
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'A footballer's dream': From humble beginings to the world stage
The Touré brothers snuck into their local football field after hours to play the game they loved, while the Yengi brothers kicked around makeshift balls m...
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Mid-season nightmare as Camden football club loses clubhouse to fire
An 800-member club in Sydney's Macarthur region scrambles to find alternative fields for 30 games a week after losing its clubhouse to fire. Newsiline sum...
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'FIFA is going to kill football': Some Mexican fans feel locked out by 'crazy' World Cup calls
Average salaries in Mexico are lower than those of other 2026 FIFA World Cup host nations, yet some match tickets there cost more. Newsiline summarises th...
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Psychiatrist allowed to practise despite sexually assaulting colleague
The psychiatrist sexually assaulted a colleague in 2022 but a tribunal has "reprimanded" him and allowed him to continue working in medicine. Newsiline su...
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Road trauma victims call for 'overhaul' of Transport Accident Commission
A road accident survivor says the organisation that helped her defy all expectations has become a nightmare to deal with. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Breaking: Gout sixth in Diamond League debut as Olympic champ claims victory
Gout Gout finishes well back in the field in the men's 200 metres at the Oslo Diamond League meet, with Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo first across the l...
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Gary Ablett Jr joins dad in Australian Football Hall of Fame
Six new members are inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame, including Geelong and Gold Coast legend Gary Ablett Jr. Newsiline summarises this...
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Rich countries do better in women’s football but understanding why matters, not just for the Matildas
‘Gender norms explain some of it, but not all of it’ says Tiya Banerjee, an economist at the e61 Institute Get our breaking news email, free app or daily...
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Aussie star calls out $130k prize money disparity at tennis tournament
Priscilla Hon draws attention to the difference between the men's and women's winners' prize money at the Libéma Open in The Netherlands. Newsiline summar...