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Funeral home director charged over interfering with human remains named
Former funeral director Fiona Bakulich is the woman charged with misconduct relating to burials at the city's largest cemetery.

Fan ejected after ripping ball from star's glove
A fan at Yankee Stadium was ejected from Game 4 of the World Series after prying a foul ball out of the glove of Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts.

Wrist injury could sideline Cameron Murray for start of 2025 season
The Rabbitohs skipper has suffered a wrist injury that may require surgery in a huge blow for the Kangaroos and South Sydney.

Test Legends call for bravery in Australia's top order selection: Outside the Rope
Australian Cricket Legends Ian Chappell and Mark Taylor back a young phenom to be Australia's opening batsman. Ian Chappell is worried about India's recent struggles and slams England's 'Bazball' after their loss to Pakistan. Tubby talks on the importance of the rotation of the Australian bowlers. Plus, a full preview of Australia's upcoming series against Pakistan & India.

McDonald gets the contract extension Cricket Australia denied Justin Langer
Pat Cummins and Andrew McDonald are set to lead Australia into the national team’s next “mega year” in 2027 after the head coach reached terms with Cricket Australia.

Meet Tom Simpson, the horse physio to the stars
How does a horse tell a physio where they are sore, or how their movement is restricted? Some of the answers come straight from the horse’s mouth – but not all. Meet Tom Simpson, who works with some of Australia’s best horses.

Race-by-race preview and tips for Wyong on Thursday
Everything you need to know to find a winner on the Central Coast.

England prop’s call to ‘bin’ the All Blacks’ haka doesn’t go down well in NZ
While Joe Marler is not involved in this weekend’s match at Twickenham, his comments were bound to increase tension between the two sides.

The council with not a single representative aged under 30
With just one year until the next local government elections, getting more young people elected is a challenge across the country and Tasman is no different.

Why Moreira stands to win $570,000 for six minutes’ work
Joao Moreira could be in for a bumper payday with rides on favourites Ascoli Piceno in the Golden Eagle and Buckeroo in the Melbourne Cup.

Ben Hunt finally released from Dragons. What could this mean for Queensland?
After a drawn-out saga, Ben Hunt’s time at the Dragons is finally over. Could a return home to a Queensland club loom?

Where to now for Ben Hunt and the Dragons?
After 12 months of friction, Ben Hunt and the Dragons have finally severed ties. Here are the options for both parties as they seek a change for 2025.

Jones back to help Melbourne repair relationships
Nathan Jones was a teammate of disgruntled Demons Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca. The club anticipates his appointment will be warmly welcomed by the midfielders.

What’s at stake for potential Test openers in crucial Australia A match against India
Sam Konstas, Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft and Nathan McSweeney could all be batting on Thursday in Mackay as Australia’s Test selection battle heats up.

Private Harry set to light up Wyong meeting on debut
The Nathan Doyle colt isn’t the only debutant attracting attention ahead of the NSW feature meeting.

Iwi kickstarts whanau housing dream with affordable rentals
Central North Island iwi Ngati Rangi is offering housing opportunities to tribal members in the iwi's first housing development.

Changes to customary marine title 'deeply reckless' - law expert
Changes to the Marine and Coastal Area Act - which would make it harder for Maori to make customary claims on coastlines - are before the justice select committee.