Spelling Bee breaks records after NAPLAN truth bomb
As experts call for a return to more explicit teaching in the wake of the nation’s NAPLAN results, teachers lead the charge with record students numbers in the PM’s Spelling Bee.
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Dodgy drug dealer unravelled by his own dishonesty
A Sunshine Coast tiler has been outed as a dishonest drug dealer after police found a customer complaint about a meth deal on his lost phone.
Albanese launches fourth PM’s Spelling Bee
The fourth annual Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee opens Monday as the PM rallies Australian kids to take part, as technology changes the world.
Man in court over alleged break in during homeowner’s funeral
A man who was allegedly part of a duo that stole jewellery and cash from the property of a dead grandmother during her funeral has fronted court.
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Macarthur RL: Early sin-bin escape adds to frenetic finish
There were gripping contests and a host of stunning individual performances in the Macarthur Rugby League, but not everything followed the script. Eight talking points from Round 10.
‘Nerves and a tear’: Proud family gather for Tallyn Da Silva’s NRL debut
Following a whirlwind charge along the Wests Tigers pathways program, East Campbelltown junior Tallyn Da Silva is set to make his NRL debut. For proud father John and over 100 family members, it’ll be an occasion to savour.
Frontrunners, strugglers, surprise packets: Macarthur mid-year review
It’s the midpoint of the season and we’ve spoken to the coaches at each club for our Macarthur Rugby League mid-season review. Have your say on who will be premiers in our poll.
Macarthur RL: Skipper’s stunning double play swings result
In a weekend of Macarthur Rugby League that featured several stunning comebacks, there was a host of magic individual plays. Eight talking points from Round Nine and 30+ photo gallery.
‘Poor sportsmanship’: Thirlmere takes major aim at ‘sulking’ Lions
Thirlmere has come out all guns blazing after two of its players were suspended following last weekend’s match in Mittagong for incidents that were not reported by the referee. HERE’S WHY.
Macarthur RL: Monster hit highlights round eight talking points
See vision of how a South West Goannas playmaker rocked an opponent with arguably the hit of the Macarthur season. Eight talking points and 30+ photo gallery from the weekend.
Former A-League star’s $40k stolen jewellery stash
The unfortunate downfall of a former A-League star who lit up soccer pitches in Australia and New Zealand hit a new low when he appeared in a Coffs Coast court this week.
Ex-NRL star outed for foul-mouth spray as league gets tough on abuse
Curtis Scott’s season in the Macarthur Rugby League took another twist after being sent off for the second time. Here’s the suspension he’s looking at as the league comes down hard on abuse.
Meet 33 Macarthur Rugby League stars who snuck under the radar
With the Macarthur Rugby League season nearing its midpoint, we add to our list of players to keep an eye on in the run towards the finals. Meet the 33 stars who snuck under the radar.
Macarthur RL: Former NRL star’s season in the balance after send off
Once again, a Macarthur Rugby League derby has stolen the headlines as a star player’s season goes on the line at the judiciary. Here are the key talking points from round seven.
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