Is Valkanis the man to get Brisbane roaring again?
Incoming Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis boasts an immense international resume he says has instilled the grit needed to resuscitate the sleeping giants.
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Papenhuyzen says Bellamy still punchy over NRL loss
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen says his team have learnt lessons after reacting to some Canberra niggle, which contributed to their late Magic Round loss.
Waratahs coach wields axe for must-win Reds battle
Coach Dan McKellar has made six changes to the NSW Waratahs' starting side for their must-win Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Queensland Reds.
AFL still pondering sanctions for Rioli over threats
Willie Rioli has been interviewed by the AFL after two more reports emerged about the Port Adelaide forward allegedly threatening rival players.
Matildas great raring for another home Asian Cup
Nineteen years on from the last time Australia hosted a Women's Asian Cup, former Matilda Sarah Walsh can't wait to see how big the 2026 version can be.
New wound for Dolphins as rake JMK set to miss weeks
Dolphins hooker Jeremy Marshall-King's reinjured leg gash is worse than first thought, but his replacement Kurt Donoghoe has the full faith of his coach.
‘I won’t walk out on Titans’: Tino’s solemn promise
Titans captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, ahead of his 100th match, says he will stick out his 10-year deal, as Moeaki Fotuaika talks Origin hopes.
Hayne finally set to make return after hamstring issues
Jarryd Hayne is set to play his first rugby league game since September 2018, after being named to play for Wentworthville in the third-tier Ron Massey Cup.
Sprint ace Ewan stuns cycling with retirement
Australian cycling star Caleb Ewan has retired from the sport, effective immediately, only a few months after joining INEOS Grenadiers.
Preston’s lawyer hits out as Dogs star banned for four
A dejected Jacob Preston has copped a four-game ban after being found guilty of a crusher tackle, while his lawyer accused the NRL of being rife with diving.
Bombers to regain midfielder Caldwell for Swans clash
Jye Caldwell will return for Essendon against Sydney, who could welcome Taylor Adams back to their midfield.
Reynolds insists extension won’t break up Broncos gang
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds takes on his old club South Sydney with no regrets or grudges and determined to play on in 2026 at the Broncos.
Raiders pave way for Horsburgh to face the Bulldogs
Corey Horsbugh could loom as a key inclusion for Canberra in their top-of-the-table clash with Canterbury, despite suffering a head knock at Magic Round.
Young told he can talk to rivals as Roosters exit looms
The Sydney Roosters have told star English winger Dom Young he can talk to rivals, with Newcastle the most likely landing spot for the 23-year-old.
Schmidt says veteran O’Connor brings value to Wallabies
Wallabies mentor Joe Schmidt has traded tips with Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge and also talked up the prospects of James O'Connor.
Raiders set to keep hooker Starling on new deal
Canberra are on the verge of re-signing hooker Tom Starling, who will reject interest from elsewhere to stay at the Raiders until the end of 2027.
Fifita to miss after playing with pain-killing jabs
Gold Coast forward David Fifita will see a specialist on an ongoing ankle complaint and not feature this weekend after requiring needles to stoically battle on.
Unretired Andrew Moloney back in world title frame
Andrew Moloney has been offered a path to a second world title, less than a year after the Australian, stewing over a controversial loss, quit boxing in a rage.
Spluttering Waratahs urged to ride with Ferrari Suaalii
Winger Andrew Kellaway admits the NSW Waratahs need to do more to support electrifying fullback Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii to stay in Super Rugby Pacific contention.
Why Sharks centre Iro wants to be known by new name
Cronulla centre KL Iro has lifted the lid on his decision to change his name after previously being known as Kayal.
Huni, the boxer, fit and free for historic title charge
After a tumultuous five-year career, Justis Huni is positioned to become just the third Australian to fight for the undisputed heavyweight world boxing title.
All smiles as Elvis earns late PGA Championship entry
Rising star Elvis Smylie has boosted Australia's US PGA Championship tilt to seven after earning a late special exemption to golf's second major of 2025.
Equestrian star set to take over Brisbane 2032 reins
A former Filipino equestrian star is set to take over the reins of the Brisbane Games after being unveiled as the 2032 Olympics co-ordination commission chair.
Big-name Magpies out of Fremantle clash
Collingwood premiership quartet Jordan De Goey, Brayden Maynard, Brody Mihocek and Scott Pendlebury won't face Fremantle off a five-day break.
Broncos’ Mam to make return in Q Cup for Souths-Logan
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has decided not to play Ezra Mam against South Sydney, the five-eighth to make his rugby league return for Souths-Logan instead.
Bulldogs’ Dale keen to move on from Rioli saga
The Western Bulldogs have refused to weigh in to the Willie Rioli drama after the Port Adelaide forward sent a threatening message about defender Bailey Dale.
Bennett curse rubbished as Dolphins face Sydney bogey
Dolphins prop Felise Kaufusi is set to return from injury against Parramatta as the side aim to fix their dire Sydney record and put to bed a coaching curse.
Zadkovich gone as Roar turn sights to Valkanis
Brisbane Roar have parted ways with Ruben Zadkovich and are expected to appoint Michael Valkanis as their new head coach.
‘Firecracker’ Gilbert endorsed for Maroons return
Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert is tipped to complete a remarkable injury comeback and return to the State of Origin arena for the first time in two years..
‘No regrets’: Storm prop ready for former club, roomie
Melbourne prop Stefano Utoikamanu will take on his former club Wests Tigers aiming to make up for discipline lapses that cost his team against Canberra.
Swans weigh up AFL tribunal challenge for Melican ban
Sydney might take Lewis Melican's striking charge to the tribunal after he was offered a three-game ban for the incident involving GWS opponent Toby Bedford.