‘So evil’: woman confronts rapist Tom Silvagni in court
Tom Silvagni, the youngest son of AFL great Stephen, barely reacted as his victim laid out her pain in a statement to the court.
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Queen of WBBL spin back to best for Perth’s title tilt
Alana King has found her best at the right time of the WBBL, and looms as the key performer with the ball for Perth in the final against Hobart.
Mooney magic continues as Perth reach WBBL decider
Perth will face Hobart in the WBBL title match, after Beth Mooney led the Scorchers to an 11-run win over the Sydney Sixers.
Chastened Hawks prevail as restocked Bullets fire
Brisbane's reinforcements fired but JaVale McGee, who had 30 points and 10 rebounds, ensured the Illawarra Hawks notched a much-needed home NBL win
How Gold Coast convinced AFLW superstar to join Suns
After three premierships across 10 seasons with Adelaide, AFLW star Anne Hatchard is ready to help Gold Coast charge up the ladder.
Swimming, but not as you know it: Aussies take on world
Australia's champion Olympic swimmers will take on some of Europe's best in a funky, world-first format in a boutique Brisbane pool.
‘Under the radar’: Star’s new role helps Spirit to soar
Bendigo's Olivia Pollerd believes the WNBL is underestimating her team, while Adelaide's Dallas Loughridge says her new coach has reignited their group.
Son of AFL great identified as a rapist as order lifts
AFL great Stephen Silvagni's son Tom is a convicted rapist, it can be revealed after a suppression order on his identity was lifted.
Don’t write off dangerous England in Ashes yet: Paine
Former Australia Test captain Tim Paine says Adelaide Oval will perfectly suit England's aggressive approach as they seek to fight back in the lopsided series.
Surprise Golden Boot winner named, Dylan Brown denied
Dylan Brown has missed out on rugby league's prestigous Golden Boot award, despite being named man of the match in all three of the Kiwis' Pacific Cup games.
‘A genuine crack’: Gawn makes AFL Origin call to arms
Melbourne captain Max Gawn has wanted a State Of Origin return for several years and says it's now on the players to make it work.
O’Farrell to return alongside sacked Tigers directors
Barry O'Farrell is expected to reclaim his role as Wests Tigers chairman after the club's owners bowed to pressure from the NRL to have the board reinstated.
Terror at 4500 metres as skydiver snared by own chute
A serious aviation disaster was narrowly averted after a freak accident resulted in a skydiver being suspended from the tail of a light aircraft.
Game changer: AOC rolls out $50-million athlete funding
Sporting mums and retiring athletes are key targets of a $50 million Australian Olympic Committee funding package lauded by cycling great Anna Meares.
Back again: Wizard of Oz shoots for darts glory
Australia's most famous darts player Simon Whitlock is ready for yet another crack at the world title, a year after many were predicting he was finished.
The ‘beer deal’ to stop rivals drafting No.1 AFLW pick
The manager of former No.1 AFLW draft pick Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner has warned clubs to let North Melbourne take her following a failed move to the Kangaroos.
Phoenix stuck in ‘mud’ as JackJumpers find form
The Tasmania JackJumpers stopped a fast-starting South East Melbourne to notch a crucial NBL win, just their second of the last nine games.
Mitchell could take centre stage in Souths backline
Latrell Mitchell has trained at centre for South Sydney, in a move that would allow for Jye Gray to wear the No.1 jersey for the Rabbitohs in 2026.
Socceroos veteran sent for surgery in World Cup blow
Socceroos veteran Mathew Leckie has undergone hip surgery and is facing a race against the clock to realise his dream for a fourth World Cup appearance.
Richardson gets chance to press Test case again
Fresh from taking 4-35 against the England Lions, Jhye Richardson has been called in to bowl with Australia's Test attack ahead of the third Ashes Test.
‘They know me, I know them’: Afridi to bring the Heat
Shaheen Afridi, among a crop of Pakistan stars ready to make their mark on the Big Bash League, says Mitchell Starc was a defining figure in his development.
North confident of getting young gun after failed trade
Riding high on a 27-game winning streak and two straight AFLW premierships, North Melbourne have failed to secure young gun Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner.
You never know: retirement not on cards for Volkanovski
Set for a Sydney homecoming against Diego Lopes, Australia's UFC star Alexander Volkanovski has no plans of slowing down in his featherweight title defence.
‘Hope for the best’: Australian gloveman on masterclass
Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey is being lauded around the world, but says his latest masterclass came with no specific training and a basic mantra.
Cummins return sets Aussies up for fresh Ashes record
Pat Cummins has been named in Australia's squad for the first time this Ashes, putting Australia in the box seat to clinch the series.
‘Extensive experience’: Cats land AFLW coaching great
Geelong have pulled off an AFLW coup, luring one of the league's most respected and successful figures as their new coach.
Bears beat out rivals to land first big coup
Penrith prop Liam Henry has become the first player signed with an NRL club for 2026 to join the Perth Bears for their inaugural season in 2027.
Eels make long-term call in No.1 jersey
Parramatta have made Isaiah Iongi the longest-contracted player on their 30-man roster, offering a clear sign that they view him as the club's permanent No.1.
Next gen needed for Australia’s most-gruelling schedule
Australia are about to face their busiest 12 months of Test cricket in history, making the depth of talent beyond the current Ashes squad even more important.
England cop hammer blow with quick ruled out of Ashes
England quick Mark Wood has been ruled out for the rest of the Ashes, making the tourists' task of recovering from 2-0 down even more difficult.
Key AFLW trade period deals to go down to wire
Several major AFLW deals are set to go down to the wire on the final day of trade period, including Sydney's move for Brisbane star Taylor Smith.