Bikie violence will get worse: expert
(AAP) - Bikie gang violence is set to deteriorate into a "very ugly turf war" that could put the public in danger, an expert in bikie behaviour says.
Bennett calls for body to overrule clubs
Master coach Wayne Bennett has called for an independent body to govern the punishment of NRL players for off-field indiscretions, saying the time had come for the power to be taken out of the hand
Springborg regrets not fighting tougher
Queensland Liberal National Party (LNP) leader Lawrence Springborg regrets not fighting "fire with fire" during the state election campaign.
Fels says executive salaries have soared
The head of an inquiry into executive salaries says pay levels have risen sharply in recent years, but they look set to fall.
Aussies fall at Super 14 hurdle
If the Super 14 is a sprint, the Australian sides fell at the sixth hurdle, the NSW Waratahs, Brumbies and Western Force all losing ground as the competition neared its halfway point.
Almost impossible to avoid recession: PM
In his strongest language yet, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has admitted it is "virtually impossible" for the Australian economy to avoid recession.
Jones the hero as Warriors beat Manly
Warriors prodigal son Stacey Jones turned back the clock and Manly's NRL title defence as he engineered a thrilling 26-24 win over the premiers at Brookvale Oval on Sunday.
Bligh to inject new blood into cabinet
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh says she has taken a message from the swing against Labor in the state election, and will address her government's failings, starting with the health system.
Whincup jump-starts V8 title defence
Defending V8 Supercar champion Jamie Whincup overcame what he called "a taxi driver's start" to get his title defence meter running at the season-opening Clipsal 500.
Protesters force Newcastle port closure
Hundreds of environmental protesters have staged a peaceful blockade of Newcastle Port, preventing ships from entering the harbour.
