Greens call for more oversight of MPs (AAP)
The Greens want a new body established to advise MPs on their work expenses and investigate claims of improper use of entitlements.

New animal cruelty oversight for NSW abattoirs (ABC)
The New South Wales Government has announced new oversight of the state's abattoirs, after an investigation uncovered animal cruelty at a meat processor on Sydney's north-western outskirts.

NSW teachers strike to go ahead (AAP)
The NSW Teachers Federation says their planned stop work meeting will go ahead on Friday.

Casino cleared over Vaikunta investigation (AAP)
An inquiry has found The Star casino investigated sexual harassment claims against its former boss "properly and thoroughly".

Cheap cigarettes just a trap: Plibersek (ABC)
Federal Health Minister Tanya Plibersek has slammed a decision by British American Tobacco Australia (BATA) to start selling cut-price cigarettes.

Workplace bullying still 'real problem' (ABC)
The ACT Greens say a survey has revealed widespread bullying allegations in the public and private sector, and under-reporting by victims.

Blues make two changes (NZ Newswire)
The Blues have made two changes to their starting side to face the Crusaders, with rookie loose forward Steven Luatua one of the additions.

Tigers seeking revenge over Warriors (NZ Newswire)
Coach Tim Sheens says the Wests Tigers have a lot to play for in Friday night's NRL clash with the Warriors.

Blues name team to face Crusaders (Fuseworks)
Wider Training Group lock / loose forward Steven Luatua will make his run-on debut for the Blues when they face the Crusaders in Christchurch on Saturday night (kick-off 7.35pm).

Cat Menzel says no to Adelaide (Sportal)
Injured Geelong forward Daniel Menzel has put pen to paper on a new deal to stay with the Cats, ending speculation he would be traded back home to South Australia...

Super Bowl winners N.Y Giants get 'Big Blue' rings (Reuters)
NEW YORK, May 16 (Reuters) - Players and coaches with the New York Giants football team gathered at Tiffany & Co.'s flagship store in New York City on Wednesday evening to receive newly designed rings commemorating their Super Bowl victory earlier this year.

Shillington back training with Qld Origin (AAP)
Dave Shillington has trained with the Queensland State of Origin rugby league team after sitting out Wednesday's session while battling a virus.