Nationals leader David Littleproud is stepping down, saying he's "buggered" and it would be wrong to stay on.

Sydney coach Dean Cox won't be relying on another miracle quarter from his Swans to snag a win and is demanding a more consistent performance against two-time defending champions Brisbane.

Mitch Moses believes some Parramatta players got ahead of themselves amid pre-season hype before being dealt their round one reality check by Melbourne.

Australian spinner Adam Zampa was unselfish in deciding to sit out the one-day final against Tasmania to give a youngster a shot, NSW skipper Kurtis Patterson says.

A group of four teachers have been accused of assaulting young students at a school in the Queanbeyan area after multi-agency investigation lasting four months.

Controversial radio host Kyle Sandilands has issued his first public statement since being suspended due to an on-air relationship breakdown with his co-host.

Two men accused of igniting homemade bombs at a chaotic anti-Islam protest ‌outside the New York City mayor's mansion say they were inspired by Islamic State.

Linda Reynolds and the federal government have been sent to mediation, as she continues suing over Brittany Higgins' compensation payout.

The victims of Monday evening's horrific crash on the Kings Highway at Monga, 80km east of Queanbeyan, were residents of the ACT and Queanbeyan, police have confirmed.