MPs to skip Paris as Brisbane Olympic venue row rages
Queensland will not send any ministers to the 2024 Olympics after backing a controversial infrastructure plan for the Brisbane Games 2032.
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Cowboys to shed ‘too nice’ tag against Broncos: Payten
North Queensland coach Todd Payten wants his undefeated side to take a more ruthless approach to defence in one key area against Brisbane.
MCG to host its first women’s Test in 76 years in Ashes
Cricket Australia has made the move to big stadiums for women's fixtures, with the MCG to host a Test and the SCG a Twenty20 international during the Ashes.
Cricket Australia wants Perth as the new Test fortress
Perth's Optus Stadium has been awarded the first Test against India, and Cricket Australia says it can be the same fortress for the men's team as the Gabba.
Wright cops four-match AFL ban, King rubbed out for one
Essendon forward Peter Wright has received a four-match ban at the AFL Tribunal, while St Kilda spearhead Max King failed to overturn his one-game suspension.
MP details allegations of secret AFL drug tests
Allegations from a whistleblowing doctor of secret illicit drug tests to allow AFL players to avoid detection have been outlined by federal MP Andrew Wilkie.
Broncos pack must fire up in Haas’s absence: Petero
Brisbane legend Petero Civoniceva has challenged the forward pack to adapt to life without Payne Haas against the Cowboys as he backs the club's mix of props.
Cowboy Drinkwater no longer a gunslinger: Coach Payten
North Queensland fullback Scott Drinkwater has developed into a complete player and coach Todd Payten says it is due to his selfless dedication to the craft.
Doedee in ‘heartbreaking’ injury before Lions’ rematch
Days out from his Brisbane Lions debut, Tom Doedee's AFL comeback from a torn cruciate ligament has been halted after he suffered a similar injury in training.
Wildcard Harrison eliminates defending Bells champion
Local teenager Ellie Harrison has confirmed her role as the Bells Beach giant-killer, eliminating defending Rip Curl Pro champion Tyler Wright.
‘Could have been me’: Hastings axing focuses Gamble
Newcastle's Tyson Gamble has quit social media and taken a long hard look at himself after the brutal early season axing of his halves partner Jackson Hastings.
Erasing Arizona: Wilson ‘ready for war’ in US return
Queensland boxer Liam Wilson will be prepared for anything when he faces Mexican Oscar Valdez on his return to the scene of his world-title heartbreak.
Scott labels Geelong’s Hawkins ‘generational’ forward
Geelong forward Tom Hawkins is clearly one of the best forwards of his generation, Cats coach Chris Scott says.
Broncos’ Piakura out of Cowboys clash, Oates recalled
Brisbane's Brendan Piakura will miss four weeks as Jaiyden Hunt makes his club debut and veteran Corey Oates comes on to the bench against North Queensland.
NSW government denies Tigers’ Leichhardt funding plea
NSW Premier Chris Minns has denied Wests Tigers' request to fund upgrades to Leichhardt Oval, casting further doubt on the stadium's future as an NRL venue.
Ban-magnet Sivo vows to fine-tune tackle technique
After seven disciplinary charges in little more than a year, Parramatta enforcer Maika Sivo is working hard to avoid another visit to the judiciary.
Time hasn’t caught up with senior Magpies: coach
Collingwood veterans Scott Pendlebury and Steele Sidebottom have had slow starts to the AFL season, but coach Craig McRae has backed them to hit their straps.
Howdy Doedee: ‘Competitive unit’ poised for Lions debut
Self-described competitive unit Tom Doedee is available to make his first AFL appearance for his new club Brisbane in the grand final rematch with Collingwood.
Blessing in disguise: Panthers relaxed on Cleary injury
The hamstring problem set to keep Nathan Cleary out of action for up to a month may not be entirely bad news for the Penrith star, coach Ivan Cleary insists.
Goorjian’s ‘Father Time’ warning for Ingles, Mills
A straight-faced Brian Goorjian insists Patty Mills isn't an automatic Olympic selection but that his NBA move to Miami had given him a crucial boost.
Mitch Moses out for up to two months with foot injury
Parramatta have been left reeling after Mitch Moses was diagnosed with a foot injury that will require surgery.
Rotation on cards as Socceroos seek next World Cup step
With injuries and suspensions testing Australia's depth, coach Graham Arnold says almost half the side could be different when they take on Lebanon on Tuesday.
Penrith rocked by Nathan Cleary hamstring injury
Talismanic Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary may not play for a month after being sidelined with hamstring trouble.
‘Our season’s not over’: Lions mull reset options
The Brisbane Lions are contemplating a new-look back six to face Collingwood, as both of last year's grand finalists look to solve a winless start to 2024.
Saints to challenge King ban at AFL Tribunal
St Kilda spearhead Max King will join Essendon forward Peter Wright at the AFL Tribunal after challenging his one-match ban for rough conduct.
No grudge over Dogs captaincy call: ex-skipper Mahoney
Canterbury hooker and former co-captain Reed Mahoney insists Cameron Ciraldo was right to bring in a replacement as Bulldogs skipper.
Bittersweet sadness: Slater eyes Bells Beach farewell
In what could be his last Rip Curl Pro, surfing legend Kelly Slater has beaten John John Florence to make an ideal start to the WSL event at Bells Beach.
Brayshaw, Dockers gunning for fast start against Crows
Slow starts have been a problem for Fremantle, who will be out to rectify the issue when they chase a third straight AFL win in the home clash with Adelaide.
Goodwin steals the show as Socceroos thump Lebanon 5-0
Australia have moved a step closer to qualifying for a sixth-straight FIFA World Cup after easing past Lebanon in Canberra, with winger Craig Goodwin the star.
Bubbling Bulldogs wary of cornered Rabbitohs
South Sydney's Easter rivals Canterbury are keen to keep the pressure on the beleaguered Rabbitohs, who lie bottom of the ladder after three straight losses.
Fringe paceman Gannon savours WA’s Shield three-peat
Reliable paceman Cameron Gannon was 12th man for the first two of Western Australia's recent Sheffield Shield crowns, but he played a key role in the third one.