No rush to decide on further expansion: AFL boss
The AFL is in no hurry to make a decision on further expansion after Tasmania join the competition in 2028, chief executive Andrew Dillon says.
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AFL to push for more Indigenous reps in officialdom
AFL chief Andrew Dillon says he's pushing for more Indigenous representation in official roles amid a slight drop in First Nations players at the elite level.
Mozer on standby for Walters, Broncos chance closer
Brisbane hooker Blake Mozer has been in form for South-Logan and good judges say is ready to shine in the NRL if called up to replace Billy Walters.
Upton issues warning to NSW: ‘My best is yet to come’
Queensland No.1 Tamika Upton, who learned to run again after a back fracture four years ago, had a 2023 for the ages but insists there's plenty more to come.
Cats forwards can deliver without star pair: Stengle
Geelong could be without both key forwards Jeremy Cameron and Tom Hawkins against Gold Coast but Tyson Stengle has backed their attack to deliver.
Titans carnage with Foran one of five injured halves
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler faces having five halves unavailable for Magic Round after Kieran Foran and AJ Brimson were injured against North Queensland.
Storm’s Welch calls for common sense on leg collisions
Melbourne Storm prop Christian Welch says there should be more focus on head-high tackles than a sin-bin for making light contact with a rival player's leg.
God speed: The climb of Broncos’ not-so ancient Mariner
Brisbane's pacey winger Deine Mariner has a tattoo that sums up his faith, flair and flourish after he was recruited on one viewing by a golden-eyed scout.
New Bulls, Heat coach Botha off and running
Former South Africa spinner and captain Johan Botha has signed a three-year contract to coach the Queensland Bulls and Brisbane Heat.
Sky Bruise: heavy sessions prep NSW for Origin opener
Yasmin Clydsdale says NSW's State of Origin build-up has been perfect, despite so few players getting game time over the early part of 2024.
Tide can still turn for battling Roos: North co-captain
Kangaroos co-captain Jy Simpkin concedes 2024 has been a frustrating year personally as well as for the AFL cellar dwellars as a whole.
Reds’ cruel injury blow as top-four hunt intensifies
A broken arm for Harry Wilson has soured the Queensland Reds' gritty and crucial 26-22 win over an injury-hit Melbourne Rebels.
Mariners claim 2-1 ALM finals win over nine-man Sydney
Jack Rodwell and Corey Hollman have been sent off as Sydney FC fell to a 2-1 A-League Men semi-final defeat at home to the Central Coast Mariners.
Eels slump to another loss as Mam stars for Broncos
Parramatta have again felt the absence of Mitch Moses, beaten 30-14 by Brisbane as they slumped to a fifth loss in six games without their star halfback.
Power hold off Cats fightback in AFL thriller
Port Adelaide led by 49 points during the second quarter at GMHBA Stadium but had to hold off fast-finishing Geelong to clinch a nerve-shredding six-point win.
West Coast Fever blitz Firebirds in Super Netball rout
West Coast Fever have maintained their sizzling start to the Super Netball season with a 94-58 thrashing of Queensland Firebirds in Perth.
Cats lose Cameron for Darwin AFL clash with Suns
Jeremy Cameron has delayed concussion and will miss the AFL match against Gold Coast in Darwin, leaving Geelong having to re-think plans to rest Tom Hawkins.
Storm rookie No.1 Sua thrives on Slater’s magic dust
Melbourne young gun Sua Fa'alogo is set for an extended stint at fullback and club legend Billy Slater has been integral to his development.
Blaize of glory: teen Talagi shows his NRL promise
Parramatta teenager Blaize Talagi has shown why there could be interest for him on the open market, after several good moments for Parramatta at fullback.
Hynes injury adds to NSW’s horror weekend
NSW coach Michael Maguire is facing the prospect of starting the State of Origin series without Nathan Cleary, Tom Trbojevic and possibly Nicho Hynes.
Lleyton Hewitt’s son Cruz to make junior Davis Cup bow
Cruz Hewitt, the 15-year-old son of tennis great Lleyton Hewitt, is to make his Junior Davis Cup debut for Australia.
‘Awkward’ background to gymnastics Games showdown
A year after his controversial world championships omission, Heath Thorpe has recovered to vie for Oceania's sole men's all-round spot at the Paris Olympics.
Quest for trophy drives Victory veteran Traore
Left-back Adama Traore is still hunting his first A-League Men silverware and will be crucial to Melbourne Victory's semi-final against Wellington.
Kambosos in ‘best ever’ shape for Lomachenko
George Kambosos aims to walk away with the IBF lightweight belt when he takes on Ukrainian Vasiliy Lomachenko in a blockbuster bout in Perth.
Crows coach wants to stay in ‘sweet spot’ against Lions
Coach Matthew Nicks says the Crows have found their groove ahead of hosting an injury-hit Brisbane at Adelaide Oval.
Cleary’s injury leaves Luai in for game-managing test
Star Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary's latest hamstring injury leaves Jarome Luai in for a test across the coming weeks.
Fifita deal casts doubt over keeping Crichton: Robinson
The Sydney Roosters have pulled off a huge coup in signing David Fifita, but Trent Robinson says the deal has left Angus Crichton's future at the club in doubt.
‘Ticks every box’: Why Perth deserves an NRL team
Peter Cumins, chairman of a Perth consortium for a new NRL side, has explained why the time is ripe for a new franchise in Western Australia.
Titans have cash to splash, Fifita backed to fire
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler expects David Fifita's decision to leave the club next year to have no impact on his form as the Titans prepare to go to market.
Rogers to exit for Madden despite slick Broncos display
Rookie half Josh Rogers had a strong game in the win over Parramatta but coach Kevin Walters says Jock Madden will slot in next week against Manly if fit.
Bradman brings his Best in Knights’ injury-soured win
The Newcastle Knights have held on to defeat a patchy Wests Tigers 20-14 in their final game in Tamworth, with both sides left ruing a heavy injury toll.