SYDNEY (AAP) - May 26 - They might not have emerged from State of Origin I as the new Thurston and Lockyer, but NSW's Mitchell Pearce and Jamie Soward are convinced they have something to build on

SYDNEY (AAP) - May 26 - A woman who pleaded guilty to aiding or abetting the suicide of her ailing partner won't serve further jail time, a NSW Supreme Court judge has ruled.

SYDNEY (AAP) - May 26 - The federal government has rejected suggestions asylum seekers it sends to Malaysia under its controversial swap deal could be caned.

SYDNEY (AAP) - 26.05.2011 - On and off screen, Bill Hunter was the quintessential Aussie bloke.

SYDNEY (AAP) - 26.05.2011 - Ninety-seven per cent of cigarette maker British American Tobacco's worldwide donations in 2010 went to the Australian Liberal and National parties, federal parliament h

Baku (Trend) - Iran is always ready for fair and just talks on its nuclear activities based on mutual respect, Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said, IRNA reported.

Queensland have edged closer to a sixth straight State of Origin series win after overcoming New South Wales 16-12 in a thrilling series opener at Suncorp Stadium.

SYDNEY (AAP) - Queensland have held on for a 6-0 halftime lead over a fast-finishing NSW in the State of Origin opener at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night.

SYDNEY (AAP) - The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) says Australia must take advantage of its favourable economic position and pursue its carbon reduction policy.

SYDNEY (AAP) - Samantha Stosur showcased her title credentials by crushing Romanian Simona Halep 6-0 6-2 on Wednesday to move into the third round of the French Open tennis tournament.