Could a pre-finals bye round halt the NRL’s rest-athon?
Amid concerns over the number of NRL stars being rested in crucial late-season games, the idea of a pre-finals bye week has been floated.
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Fit-again Cat Martin eyes rare finals run
After playing just two finals in 11 AFL seasons, former prodigy Jack Martin has his sights set on a September run with his new club Geelong.
Aussies have the Wright stuff to win surf world titles
Owen Wright made World Surf League history with two perfect heats to win at Cloudbreak, and thinks Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson can also leave their mark.
Dockers coach backs game style for AFL finals
Fremantle expect their contested game will hold them in good stead in September as they gear up for their first AFL finals campaign in three years.
Why Hannay can lead Titans to the promised land
Gold Coast's new director of football Scott Sattler explains why incoming coach Josh Hannay is the right man to transform the Titans into a success story.
Why Penrith believe they can defy NRL history
Penrith have rested 16 regular NRL starters and all but said goodbye to a top-four finish. But this is why they reckon their premiership race is firmly alive.
‘Toughest decision’ – De Koning informs Carlton of call
Tom De Koning, the most talked-about free agent in the AFL, has described telling Carlton he is leaving as the "toughest decision" of his life.
O’Brien departs Knights after wretched 2025 season
Newcastle have made a call on coach Adam O'Brien after an underwhelming NRL season, parting ways with their coach after six years.
‘I can cause trouble’: Popyrin fires warning to Sinner
After taking out Novak Djokovic last year, Alexei Popyrin says his latest US Open challenge holds no fears ahead of a second-round date with Jannik Sinner.
De Minaur leads way as Aussie aces serve up success
Big guns Alex de Minaur and Alexei Popyrin and teen sensation Maya Joint have led another successful day for the Australians at the US Open in New York.
Argentina call up Roger among 32 to tackle Wallabies
Nicolas Roger, at No.10, and prop Ignacio Calles have been called up to a 32-strong Pumas squad for their two Rugby Championship clashes with the Wallabies.
Skelton returning to France in blow for Wallabies
Australia have suffered a massive blow in the Rugby Championship with in-form lock Will Skelton leaving the Wallabies to return to French club La Rochelle.
Hidden logic in Penrith’s call to rest 16 NRL regulars
Penrith are playing the long game with their premiership defence, all but forgoing an unlikely top-four spot by resting their frontline stars.
No dirty dog: Canterbury address Crichton charge
Canterbury have moved to defend Stephen Crichton's character after the Bulldogs captain was retrospectively sanctioned by the NRL.
Banned star features in All-Australian squad
The All-Australian squad has some notable names missing, while a recent controversy means a star will be in the spotlight when the final team is named.
Dolphins rake set for 150th, Farnworth just misses cut
Hooker Jeremy Marshall-King plays his 150th NRL match as the Dolphins welcome back Kodi Nikorima from illness, but Herbie Farnworth (hamstring) is still absent.
Young star rejects rivals, signs fresh deal with Eagles
In-demand midfielder Harley Reid has rejected overtures from Victorian clubs and signed a two-year contract extension to remain at West Coast.
Brailey to lead Sharks into finals as extension looms
A month after contract negotiations between Blayke Brailey and Cronulla hit a snag, the Sharks hooker is closing in on signing an extension.
Indigenous Round a crucial part of AFLW: players
Indigenous Round should just be the first step in supporting more Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to reach the AFLW, says Kirby Bentley.
‘I’ve had chats’: Tuivasa-Sheck reveals R360 interest
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has opened up on playing in the R360 rugby union competition in 2027 as he targets winning an NRL title with the Warriors first.
Magpies confirm injury blow as Hawks hail good news
While Hawthorn's finals campaign has received a timely boost, Collingwood have confirmed the season could be over for one of their most important players.
Two injured stars out of Australian team for worlds
Injuries have ruled two Australian stars out of the world athletics championships in Tokyo.
Third time lucky: Suns open up as history beckons
Suns captain Noah Anderson has revealed how his team is handling the pressure of a must-win game to cement a maiden AFL finals berth.
‘Wake-up call’: the cohorts driving record drownings
Australia's drowning deaths have hit a sobering new high, with two at-risk groups accounting for an alarming number of incidents.
Walkers keep NRL coach dream alive despite Titans’ call
The dream is still alive for Ben and Shane Walker to coach in the NRL despite Josh Hannay being appointed to take over at the Gold Coast in 2026.
Raiders reveal new-look wing combo after Savage blow
Canberra's changes on the wing are set to continue, with a star flyer to miss the club's NRL title push.
‘Bottle of wine’: drinks on Hon after breakout Open win
Three Australians have enjoyed first-round victories on day two of the US Open in New York, including one big upset winner.
Sattler set to take Titans back to future for success
New Gold Coast director of football Scott Sattler has a massive job to help transform the club but his past success suggests the future is bright.
Redmayne sets Spirit on course for Hundred knockouts
Australia's Georgia Redmayne and fellow opener Kira Chathli put on a stand of 106 to ensure the Spirit crushed London rivals Invincibles.
Port Adelaide forward quits as new coach swings axe
Forward Willie Rioli has quit the AFL as Port Adelaide's new coach Josh Carr delisted five players at Alberton.
Dockers gun learns match review fate before finals
Fremantle midfield star Caleb Serong has learned his fate from the match review officer regarding his collision with young Western Bulldog Jordan Croft.