Struggling Eagles confirm plea for AFL draft help
West Coast will formally request draft assistance from the AFL as they finish in the bottom three on the ladder for a fourth consecutive season.
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Bellamy hopes Hughes signature nets more deals at Storm
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy wants Jahrome Hughes' new contract to be the first of several key deals, desperate to keep his all-star spine intact.
Wallaby goes from long-shot ‘Leo’ to Lions series hero
Justin Harrison became part of Wallabies folklore for his daring move during the third Test against the Lions in 2001, securing a famous series victory.
‘Not that type of guy’: Luai makes Tigers contract call
Wests Tigers star Jarome Luai has addressed his contract situation at Wests Tigers, giving the strongest indication yet on whether he will see out five years.
Wallaroos’ mixed injury news ahead of last pre-Cup Test
The Wallaroos have received some welcome news amid more injuries ahead of their final Test on home soil before England's World Cup.
Magpie coach’s date with destiny comes out of the Blue
Collingwood's bid to lure one of Carlton's most famous surnames has ramped up, with coach Craig McRae meeting with Blues defender Jack Silvagni.
Big-hitting Owen receives another Aussie call-up
Hobart Hurricanes hero Mitch Owen has been rewarded for a superb T20 debut by being called into Australia's ODI squad to face South Africa.
‘Big test’: Minjee Lee leads strong Aussie Open assault
Major winners Minjee Lee, Grace Kim and Hannah Green will spearhead a nine-strong Australian challenge at the Women's British Open at Royal Porthcawl in Wales.
Jillaroos hooker bounces back into club football
Newcastle hooker Olivia Higgins has had an up-and-down NRLW season so far but is finding her feet again.
Hunt wants to run towards cloud nine in Broncos 200th
Brisbane hooker Ben Hunt will play his 200th game for the club but admits he must start making more of a contribution in his new role.
Tonga-Samoa given Suncorp Stadium for Pacific cracker
All roads will lead to Suncorp Stadium in October when powerhouse nations Tonga and Samoa are scheduled to clash in the Pacific Championships.
Brimson expects another Titans position change in 2026
Gold Coast fullback AJ Brimson has opened up about his future and the pact players made to make coach Des Hasler's 500th game memorable
Injured Matildas ‘X-factor’ set for Asian Cup return
Matildas star Mary Fowler is on track to make her comeback from a knee reconstruction in time for the 2026 Women's Asian Cup alongside captain Sam Kerr.
Swim ace O’Callaghan’s golden touch continues at worlds
Australia's Mollie O'Callaghan has won the women's 200m freestyle world title while a newcomer on the Dolphins team claimed an unexpected bronze in Singapore.
Silent Wighton banned in latest Bunnies blow
Jack Wighton took an unusual route in his bid to overturn a shoulder-charge ban, but was still found guilty and suspended for four games by the NRL judiciary.
Key Hawk set to return as Lions suffer injury setbacks
Hawthorn expect a key forward to return from injury but reigning premiers Brisbane are dealing with fresh worries.
Done deal: Knights veteran handed one-year extension
Newcastle fan favourite Dane Gagai has been rewarded with a new deal for 2026 after another season where he has given his absolute best for the jersey.
Wishart Storms in for No.7 jersey, Cobbo recalled
Melbourne will offset the loss of Jahrome Hughes with the return of two big names, while the Warriors have suffered multiple injury blows in their top-four bid.
‘Enjoying it while I can’: Froling gets NBL second life
Harry Froling is approaching life differently after defying doctors' forecasts he'd never play again because of a severe brain bleed and fractured skull.
‘More time’: Why Lynagh craves more Wallabies starts
Rookie flyhalf Tom Lynagh has outlined why he hopes Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt sticks with him for Saturday's final Test against the British and Irish Lions.
Witts chuffed but still thirsty after high AFL praise
Gold Coast's veteran ruckman Jarrod Witts hasn't over-complicated his method while watching his emerging midfield grow in stature alongside him.
Amidst boos Mam targets six of the best for Broncos
Brisbane playmaker Ezra Mam has opened up on how he's handling being booed by spectators as he aims to change the way he's viewed by fans over time.
Townsend closes curtain on premiership-winning career
Chad Townsend has announced he will retire at the end of 2025, ending a career that included more than 250 NRL games and a premiership at Cronulla.
Trbojevic to stay at centre with knee all clear
Tom Trbojevic has revealed where he expects to play out the year for Manly, while also declaring his knee fine for the crucial clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Rogue AFL fixture looms as finals-deciding clash
The AFL will soon confirm the scheduling of the postponed Gold Coast-Essendon opening-round fixture, which could have huge finals implications.
Lions forced to ‘face the music’ before Magpies clash
Ahead of an MCG battle with Collingwood, Lachie Neale found some closure in watching a replay of the Lions' poor outing against Gold Coast.
Dolphins’ founding roster hit jackpot with Lemuelu
Dolphins forward Connelly Lemuelu was among a criticised player list when the club started, but now he is one of the game's most damaging forwards.
Youth proving key for rampant Raiders in NRL title bid
The ladder leading Canberra Raiders enjoy a two-point gap over second place despite being the youngest team in the NRL.
A great straight eight as Aussies sweep up T20 record
Australia have written themselves into the T20I record books after completing an eight-match sweep of their dual-format tour of the West Indies.
Storm lock down star playmaker with long-term deal
Jahrome Hughes believes his best football is ahead of him after signing a new four-year deal with Melbourne, urging his star teammates to follow his lead.
Revamped surf league to launch on Australian shores
World Surf League is to update its format for 2026, the 50th anniversary season of pro surfing, with more women, an enhanced finale - and an Australian start.