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Despite ongoing ‘cuts’, the public service isn’t really smaller
By the official count, the public service has not shrunk. But as Glenn McConnell explains, that number only tells part of the story.

Liam Lawson in points at Belgian Grand Prix after well-timed pass on team-mate
The Kiwi Racing Bulls driver finished inside the top 10 for the third time this season, while his team-mate had a problem and came home last.

Perfectly-timed pass on team-mate gives Lawson points finish in Belgium
The Kiwi Racing Bulls driver finished inside the top 10 for the third time this season, while his team-mate came home last.

'Lions need whitewash to be lauded for decades' - Dawson column
The British and Irish Lions will want to 3-0 series whitewash to be lauded as one of the most successful touring party for decades, writes Matt Dawson.

Trump back on the golf course for day two of Scottish visit
The US president is playing a round at Turnberry before meeting the EU Commission president for trade talks.

‘Come on England!’ – Watch stars’ messages of support to Lionesses ahead of final
Watch stars from sport, stage, screen and radio send their messages of support to England, as the Lionesses look to beat Spain and secure back-to-back European Championships

Tories would ban strikes by NHS doctors, says Badenoch
Thousands of resident doctors are currently on strike after a dispute with the government over pay.

Big collision knocks out Sharks lock
Brooke Anderson hits the turf immediately in an awful head clash.

Demon lands in strife with chase-down tackle
Melbourne's Jake Bowey lays an ugly tackle on St Kilda's Jack Higgins.

Rugby Australia to seek answers from World Rugby over MCG call
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh has backed Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt over his spray at the referee’s decision to not penalise foul play in the final minute of the second Lions Test.

Mick On Monday: Te Rapa tumble leaves ace apprentice sidelined
A shocking fall at Te Rapa could leave an apprentice jockey needing multiple surgeries.

Live: England v Spain - UEFA Women’s Euros final
Follow live coverage of the blockbuster final of the Women’s Euros between England and Spain in Basel.

Formula 1 result: Liam Lawson takes eighth-place at Belgian Grand Prix, comprehensively beats Racing Bulls teammate
The Kiwi drove home for his third points finish of 2025.

Root drops Jadeja to deny Archer two wickets in two balls
Jofra Archer almost follows up the wicket of Shubman Gill with the dismissal of Ravindra Jadeja but an agonising drop from Joe Root leaves India on 222-4 at they try to save the Test and the series on day five of the fourth Test at Old Trafford.

Teen suffers 'life-changing' injuries at steam fair
An 18-year-old woman was taken to hospital after the incident at Netley Marsh Steam and Craft Show.

Starmer to raise Gaza situation in Trump meeting
Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump are expected to meet in Scotland for talks on Monday.

Astronomer's 'clever' PR move embracing CEO scandal - featuring Gwyneth Paltrow
The company at the heart of the Coldplay 'kiss cam' scandal has released a video featuring the ex-wife of Chris Martin.

'We need a real solution': Gazans welcome aid plan but fear it will not end crisis
Israel says aid convoys will be allowed into Gaza, after weeks of mounting pressure and warnings of starvation.

NRL Highlights: Bulldogs v Sea Eagles - Round 21
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs take on the Manly Sea Eagles in Round 21 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at Allianz Stadium, Sydney.

Stuart puts onus on players
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart praises his players for their commitment to the game.