Changes incoming as Wallabies heed history lessons
Injuries in key positions and the return of fresh stars mean a very different Wallabies will look to notch rare back-to-back wins against Argentina in Mendoza.
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What Roos want from next coach after sacking Clarkson
North Melbourne didn't feel Alastair Clarkson could keep up with the modern game and, after brutally sacking their coach, want his successor to show they can.
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James O’Connor rejoins Force with Wallabies on his mind
Veteran flyhalf James O'Connor says his one-year playing deal with the Western Force will possibly be his final hurrah, and he wants to go out with a bang.
Sevens added to Bledisloe rugby buffet in Aussie first
For the first time Australia's rugby sevens teams will share a ticket with the Wallaroos and Wallabies to create a four-course Bledisloe Cup feast in Sydney.
Roosters rest nine players including new halves duo
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Bates to join AFLW-100 club as Hawks come home
Hawthorn will celebrate two milestones in Sunday's AFLW match against Adelaide at their new HQ as captain Emily Bates joins a select club.
In-your-face Sixers plot fresh NBL title bid
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Yeo reveals World Cup stance, contract timeline
Isaah Yeo is nearing a return to full fitness for Penrith, and hopes to lock in a new deal and play in the World Cup.
All-Australian mind coaches fuelling finals-bound Blue
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Opera House, marathon bomb targets for teen terrorist
A teen has testified about being exposed to extremist material on TikTok before planning a mass-casualty terrorist attack reminiscent of the 2013 Boston bombing
Swans claim AFLW an ‘even comp’ despite North dominance
Defending AFLW premiers North Melbourne are still undefeated, but Sydney coach Colin O'Riordan believes the ladder might not capture the whole picture.
Wallabies wary of Pumas’ history repeating
The Wallabies are aware of Argentina's bounce-back ability on home soil as Australia chase a fifth-straight Test win for the first time since 2021.
Raiders star admits lure in Chiefs signing blitz
Canberra star Hudson Young says he will either be at the Raiders or PNG in 2028, with the challenge of joining the Chiefs and their big-name signings a lure.
Richmond poach fitness boss to rectify injury crisis
Richmond have wooed a rival AFL club's fitness boss as the Tigers attempt to get on top of a three-year injury crisis at the club.
Cleary reveals contract stance after brother’s NRL bow
His contract talks will dominate the the NRL news cycle, but Nathan Cleary has expressed a desire to play with younger brother Jett at Penrith.
Finals return for Geelong star looking ‘positive’
Geelong are seriously considering bringing back star Max Holmes from an ankle injury for the Cats' elimination final clash with red-hot Carlton.
Ditching Shark Park final would be typical NRL: skipper
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Lions ignore Swans’ plight, expect their best
Harris Andrews and the Brisbane Lions insist there is no complacency, only more wariness, as the under-fire Swans prepare to host their AFL qualifying final.
Time zones, turnarounds cause finals headaches for NRL
The NRL could be forced into a finals first in week one, while plans to play matches on Friday and Sunday in weeks two and three also have hurdles.
‘Wasn’t space’ for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad
Marnus Labuschagne's hopes of featuring in Australia's one-day World Cup defence in 2027 have dipped after he was dropped for this month's tour of South Africa.
‘He wants great’: why Rafter is in de Minaur’s corner
Former world No.1 and two-time US Open champion Pat Rafter wants countryman Alex de Minaur to block out the hype and stay cool in his New York title quest.
Cleary on brink of greatness with Brad Fittler Medal
Nathan Cleary has added another individual gong to what is already proving a massive season, after being voted NSW's best in State of Origin.
Mitchell lauds Pendlebury’s seismic AFL move to Suns
Scott Pendlebury's switch to Gold Coast mirrors how Hawthorn great Sam Mitchell ended his playing career and transitioned into coaching at West Coast.
Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost
Experts hope a fresh development in the battle against motor neurone disease will become a national priority, as a state helps researchers develop better care.
‘Be effective, win games’: new Reds chief wants results
Vern Cotter, a title winner in France and with Auckland's Blues, has seen enough to think he can elevate the Queensland Reds after his unprecedented move.
Roosters lean on Cherry-Evans to end premiership wait
Daly Cherry-Evans was brought to the Sydney Roosters to end their wait for an NRL premiership. But can he do it without Sam Walker?
Lions legend’s query on Freo flag hopes
The Brisbane Lions are proven performers at the MCG but there are still doubts over minor premier Fremantle's ability to stand up on the game's biggest stage.
Broncos want Haas back after Rabbitohs stint
Brisbane have not given up hope of Payne Haas one day returning to the Broncos, as CEO Dave Donaghy also weighed into coach Michael Maguire's future.
Aussies ready to handle hostile crowds in South Africa
Hostile crowds likely await Australia on their first Test tour of South Africa since 2018, but Josh Hazlewood says there is a reason why it won't worry players.
Gesture, nod, record: a case for marathon on 2032 menu
Michael Roeger broke his own marathon world record and then declared his ambition to get the race back on the schedule at the 2032 Brisbane Games.