How Maguire saved banished Bronco’s NRL career
Michael Maguire's tough love approach has worked wonders for Brisbane hooker Cory Paix, who has revived his Broncos career to start in Sunday's grand final.
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Storm big four can’t find killer instinct to land title
Melbourne's big four were unable to stand up and halt a Brisbane comeback as the Storm's wait for a premiership continues.
Who is this clown? How Konstas won Langer over
Sam Konstas is being urged to embrace his attacking identity as the rising star attempts to win a spot at the top of the order for this summer's Ashes series.
‘When we win’: GF moment looms for Utoikamanu
Stefano Utoikamanu will become the first player of the NRL era to go from three straight wooden spoons to a premiership with a grand-final victory.
Broncos defence just like it was for 2006 glory: Ryan
Brisbane's scramble defence and fitness ahead of the grand final reminds club legend Peter Ryan of 2006, when he was defence coach for the last premiership win.
Hughes’ shock reveal about Storm before grand final
Jahrome Hughes admits to once being sick of watching Melbourne win, but now the Kiwi can help lead them to another premiership in the NRL grand final.
Reece Walsh a Broncos hero with Clive Churchill Medal
Reece Walsh has written his name into the history books next to several Brisbane legends with an award-winning performance on grand final day.
Bassett claims surprise slalom medal as Fox falls short
Australia's Kaylen Bassett has claimed the men's C1 bronze at the slalom world championships, while Noemie Fox has fallen short of a podium finish.
Storm grant Harry special licence ahead of grand final
Hunting their first NRL title in four years, Melbourne feel better prepared than in their 2024 campaign with captain Harry Grant told to be more single-minded.
Why Katoa’s No.1 fan can’t watch Storm’s grand final
Damaging Melbourne forward Eliesa Katoa has enjoyed a career-best year but revealed his biggest supporter won't attend the NRL grand final.
Exhibition celebrates power of Indigenous healing
A museum dedicated to the history of medicine has re-opened with an exhibition acknowledging 65,000 years of Indigenous knowledge and healing.
Piastri rages over ‘unfair’ Norris to mar McLaren title
Oscar Piastri has raged about teammate Lando Norris not playing fair at the Singapore GP, marring McLaren's big day as they took the constructors crown.
Demon exodus: star mid told to explore trade options
Clayton Oliver is the latest big name set to leave Melbourne, but new coach Steven King is upbeat Christian Petracca will remain at the AFL club.
Sliding door: Broncos bash brothers nearly joined Storm
Melbourne were once interested in signing Pat Carrigan and Payne Haas, but the Brisbane duo are glad they stayed ahead of the NRL grand final.
Magpies star makes trade call as Lions land Draper
Collingwood premiership forward Brody Mihocek will join Melbourne as an unrestricted free agent after turning down offers to stay at the Magpies.
Time for rest as Wallabies brace for crunch Spring tour
The Wallabies have slumped to a record 11th consecutive loss to the All Blacks, but they are already turning their attention to a make-or-break Spring tour.
Free of football: How Walsh prepped for epic finals run
Reece Walsh's 2025 grand final will go down as one of the finest in history, and the Brisbane star has revealed how an early-season injury set him up for it.
Broncos’ mentor Maguire on cusp of NRL coaching royalty
Michael Maguire will become just the sixth man to coach premiership wins at multiple clubs if his Broncos overcome Melbourne in the NRL grand final.
Let’s make him proud: Wallabies to do it for Slipper
The Wallabies have lost their past 10 matches against New Zealand, and slumping to an 11th loss would be simply unthinkable in James Slipper's Test farewell.
Broncos give Reynolds chance to bury grand-final demons
Brisbane will entrust Adam Reynolds with goalkicking duties against Melbourne, four years after he drained a conversion wide in a narrow grand-final defeat.
Caputo double fires Young Socceroos to World Cup win
The Young Socceroos are a chance of advancing to the U20 World Cup round of 16 after Melbourne City star Max Caputo scored a brace in their victory over Cuba.
‘You could tackle him’: Bellamy’s ice-cold Storm barb
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has pulled no punches when quizzed on his side's ability to handle the threat of Brisbane star Reece Walsh.
Broncos respond to Storm star’s ‘stuck up’ barb
Brisbane ace Pat Carrigan has addressed comments from Stefano Utoikamanu after the Melbourne prop claimed the Broncos were 'stuck up'.
Stacked NRLW sides set scene for Origin-style decider
Brisbane and the Sydney Roosters are laden with Origin stars, and there's an expectation the NRLW grand final will bring a similar level of intensity.
Konstas among Ashes hopes to fail on day one of Shield
Sam Konstas only made four and Kurtis Patterson was dismissed for eight as NSW made a bad start to their Sheffield Shield match against WA.
Foran preparing for Kiwis Test swansong in Pac Champs
Kieran Foran has been told to keep fresh in case he is called upon by New Zealand in the Pacific Championships, one month after retiring from the NRL.
Spotlight on Dees as AFL trade frenzy kicks off
The annual AFL trade period starts on Monday, with a trio of Melbourne premiership stars under the spotlight as a host of big moves take shape.
Wallabies coach weighs up pros and cons of rebel comp
A new rebel rugby competition could be launched as early as next year, but Rugby Australia are set to blacklist any Wallabies players who participate.
Australia retain trophy as second NZ T20I washed out
Australia's second Twenty20 International against New Zealand has been washed out with less than three overs bowled in Tauranga.
Smooth as: Silk and Weatherald shine as Tigers rally
Jake Weatherald and Jordan Silk have rescued Tasmania after three early wickets on day one of their Sheffield Shield match against Queensland.
Conti inspires Tigers to end AFLW drought in shock win
Richmond's dismal losing streak is over, with midfielder Monique Conti playing a starring role in a shock win over competition heavyweights Adelaide.