Text leak claims top Liberal as ‘women problem’ returns
A Liberal heavyweight has quit after his WhatsApp messages about women were leaked ahead of leaders and party faithful gathering for a key meeting.
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Bulldogs roll the dice with shock bench switch
Coach Cameron Ciraldo says the decision to drop Reed Mahoney and recall Toby Sexton is a tough call but is best for the Bulldogs in their Melbourne final.
Tunas and chooks: Katoa ready to stop two-metre flyer
Cronulla flyer Sione Katoa once spent 150 minutes battling a two-metre tuna on the water, now he's ready to combat a two-metre Rooster in the air in NRL finals.
Broncos guardian: How Staggs became keeper of flame
Once a wild child, Brisbane's Kotoni Staggs has transformed his life and become the caretaker of a jersey he wants to win a title in to honour past greats.
‘Win-win’: Wallabies and Roosters great hails code swap
A former teenage Wallaby turned dual Sydney Roosters premiership winner is hailing the cross-code transitions of Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and Mark Nawaqanitawase.
‘Lean into it’: wounded Lion’s semi-final inspiration
Jarrod Berry is confident his strapped-up shoulder can withstand a torrid time when Queensland rivals Gold Coast come for Brisbane in a historic AFL semi-final.
‘Won’t go there’: Picklum on chasing Gilmore’s record
With the stakes and swell continually rising, surfer Molly Picklum can't help but laugh when she entertains the idea of matching Steph Gilmore's title haul.
The ‘complex’ captaincy call that Bombers must make
One Essendon great can't see Zach Merrett continuing as captain after his meeting with Hawthorn, while the Bombers concede they face a difficult situation.
Hardie joins list of injured Aussie quicks
Aaron Hardie has become the latest fast bowler to be ruled out of the Australia A tour of India, after suffering a shoulder injury in state training.
New A-Leagues fixture moves on from Western United woes
The A-Leagues fixture for the upcoming 2025/26 men's and women's seasons has been revealed after embattled Western United were placed in hibernation.
All the way: Broncos win over ‘Axe’ with new resolve
Brisbane great Trevor Gillmeister insists the side's recent win over Melbourne showcased the defensive mindset that can win the title.
The Warriors youngster touted to be the next Benji
Leka Halasima could become the first Warrior in history to win Dally M Rookie of the Year, but that might just be the beginning for the talented forward.
Hewitt to appeal two-week tennis ban for alleged ‘push’
Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt can lead Australia's tie with Belgium despite tennis chiefs handing him a ban and a $30,000 fine for "offensive conduct".
‘Back to their rightful place’: Ange’s Forest pledge
Nottingham Forest fans have been made a promise by Ange Postecoglou that he'll give his all to help them bring back their glory days.
Dockers, Eagles brace for ‘the biggest’ AFLW derby yet
Fremantle are in a world of pain following three consecutive defeats, but they will still start as slight favourites when they host arch-rivals West Coast.
Wallaroos looking to follow Matildas’ World Cup lead
The Wallaroos are hunting their first World Cup semi-final berth since 2010, hoping to follow the lead of the Matildas' final-four appearance two years ago.
De Minaur turns to Wallabies in Davis Cup quest
Determined to guide Australia to a fourth consecutive Davis Cup finals appearance, world No.8 Alex de Minaur is finding inspiration from an unlikely source.
Wallabies skipper embraces Demon spirit for Test battle
Harry Wilson is a big fan of Alex de Minaur, the Wallabies skipper drawing parallels with how the Aussie tennis star fights to find a way to win.
Cats forward won’t be part of any Curnow trade
Emerging Geelong forward Shannon Neale will be staying at the club, told by Cats football boss Andrew Mackie he is not up for trade.
Bears ready to rumble as Meninga secures key men
Perth Bears have made key appointments in recruitment and pathways ahead of their 2027 NRL entry, with highly regarded Dane Campbell and Ian Millward signed.
Dockers retain Erasmus but two others want out
Emerging midfield star Neil Erasmus has turned down interest from cross-town rivals West Coast to extend his stay at Fremantle until the end of 2028.
Photographer ‘rattled’ by verbal tirade from Cats star
Geelong star Bailey Smith has left a female photographer "rattled" after swearing and demanding she delete images of him taken at an open training session.
Hunger games: Hunt for Holy Grail burns in Bronco Ben
Brisbane half Ben Hunt returned to his old club to challenge for a title and after a seven-year absence from September footy his dream still remains alive.
Storm signing feels big shift south has been vindicated
Stefano Utoikamanu is set to finally realise his goal of playing in an NRL final, with the hard-running prop leading the Storm forward pack against Canterbury.
‘Open arms’: Hawks prepare for feisty airport reception
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is confident the Hawks will cope with the reception they will face both on and off the field in Adelaide.
Ange-ball faces exacting test at Nottingham Forest
Pundits say Ange Postecoglou's long-held football philosophy will be tested on return to the Premier League as Nottingham Forest's manager.
‘Eggs not Fish’ shape as Penrith coach’s big concern
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has laughed off concerns about the hostile reception awaiting the Panthers in Auckland.
‘Haters’: Dogs star clips critics over Galvin form
Stephen Crichton has launched a passionate defence of Lachlan Galvin as the playmaker gets set to lead Canterbury's attack into the finals.
Back to work: Suns’ rise no ‘fairytale’
Sam Collins is thrilled with what he saw against Fremantle but insists the Suns' progression to an AFL semi-final isn't the fairytale it's being made out to be.
Walkers return to coaching with NRL dream back in play
Ben and Shane Walker will return to coaching again in 2026 with the Western Clydesdales in the Queensland Cup, with their NRL dream still alive.
‘We won’t trade Zach Merrett’: Bombers stand firm
Essendon coach Brad Scott says he won't be stripping Zach Merrett of the captaincy despite the star midfielder exploring a move away from the club.