Broncos warrior Paix tackling his way to new contract
Brisbane hooker Cory Paix is on the cusp of a new deal after proving to coach Michael Maguire he is a skilful and tough player that can be relied on.
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Sports set up for success by Brisbane 2032 blueprint
Many Australian sports believe they're set up for long-term success after the release of the Queensland government's venue plans for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
Buddy Franklin hopes Hollywood Hawks go all the way
AFL great Lance Franklin isn't surprised by how well former teammate and Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is doing and believes the Hawks' best is as good as anyone.
Reds rugby thriving thanks to mental preparation
A self-declared hot-head, young Reds No.9 Kalani Thomas says his work with the Queensland team psychologist has helped him keep the joy in his rugby.
Rowing Australia concerned with current more than crocs
Rowing Australia is concerned that the 2032 Olympic venue won't comply with World Rowing regatta standards due to the currents in Rockhampton's Fitzroy River.
Penrith hand Toelau first start as NRL halfback
Trent Toelau has emerged as Nathan Cleary's unlikely replacement at Penrith, while Tom Trbojevic and Kotoni Staggs have been named to return for their clubs.
Sheffield Shield skippers put mateship on hold
Marnus Labuschagne and Nathan McSweeney will put their mateship on hold when they lead Queensland and South Australia in the Sheffield Shield final.
Midday AFL start ‘not great’ in heat: Lions star
Brisbane star Lachie Neale admits midday matches in Queensland early in the season should be avoided after having to play in "extreme" heat against West Coast.
Khawaja backed for big Shield final after public spat
Queensland captain Marnus Labuschagne says Usman Khawaja will have extra motivation in the Sheffield Shield final against SA after his spat with officials.
Mavs lose star shooter ahead of Super Netball season
Melbourne Mavericks have suffered another injury blow on the eve of the Super Netball season with star goaler Eleanor Cardwell undergoing more knee surgery.
‘Earned the right’: Petero backs DCE on Maroons call
Petero Civoniceva, Queensland's oldest ever Origin player, says Maroons skipper Daly Cherry-Evans has earned the right to decide if he breaks his own record.
Rabbitohs bunny man sorry over child pushing incident
Charlie Gallico has apologised for pushing a child during an NRL match between South Sydney and Cronulla while dressed as Rabbitohs mascot Reggie Rabbit.
Dolphins to make DCE bid as star prop makes his own
Dolphins club bosses are preparing to make an offer to bring Daly Cherry-Evans home to Redcliffe as prop Daniel Saifiti makes the case for his recruitment.
Jim Stynes’ AFL record looms large for durable Magpie
Collingwood's Jack Crisp avoided a suspension for a dangerous tackle and is now closing on breaking Jim Stynes' long-held record for most consecutive games.
Manly defend handling of DCE as they fight to keep No.7
Manly CEO Tony Mestrov hopes Daly Cherry-Evans will change his mind and accept a two-year deal at Brookvale, adamant there is no bad blood with the captain.
‘My coach loves me’: Gawn defends Dees boss Goodwin
Melbourne captain Max Gawn has no issue with Simon Goodwin after the Demons coach disclosed a personal matter following a defeat to North Melbourne.
NBL MVP says viral moment ‘shouldn’t have happened’
Boomer Matthew Dellavedova handed the NBL championship series MVP to Will Hickey. But, the star-guard has revealed it was an awkward moment for the two.
‘Wow, just wow!’: Teen cycle wonder stuns Aussie Groves
Aussie ace Kaden Groves has been edged in an amazing win for British teen Matthew Brennan at the start of one of cycling's oldest tours, the Volta a Catalunya.
Socceroo Boyle eyes World Cup spot but not as vibes man
Injury meant Martin Boyle missed the 2022 World Cup, which has only fuelled his quest to help Australia to next year's tournament.
Dolphins set to move on Cherry-Evans for NRL homecoming
The Dolphins are poised to make Daly Cherry-Evans an offer to return home to Redcliffe, after Manly's star No.7 announced he was finishing at Brookvale.
New Zealand deny New Caledonia to reach FIFA World Cup
Michael Boxall has scored his first goal for New Zealand when his country needed it the most, helping sending the All Whites to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
AFL asks Eagles to explain Harley Reid gesture
West Coast's former No.1 draft pick Harley Reid could still face a penalty but has escaped a fine - for now - after flashing a middle finger to Brisbane fans.
Cherry-Evans says he will knock back Manly extension
Manly have launched a last-ditch bid to keep Daly Cherry-Evans playing at the NRL club, but the Sea Eagles most-capped player says he will not accept it.
NRL weigh up call on Stuart’s post-match comments
Ricky Stuart could still earn the ire of the NRL over comments he made following Canberra's round-three loss to Manly.
Scans clear Cats’ Tom Stewart of major knee injury
Geelong star Tom Stewart can breathe more easily after scans cleared him of a serious knee injury from his awkward landing against the Bulldogs.
‘No regrets’: Dolphin Herbie wants Broncos response
Dolphins star Herbie Farnworth says he's a better player now than he was at Brisbane but warned his battling side they must lift for the Broncos derby clash.
Souths want to get physical on Penrith’s young halves
Penrith are set to enter only their sixth game since 2020 without Dylan Edwards, Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary and Souths plan to pressure their new-look spine.
Nightclub flirting led to rape, footballer’s trial told
Central Coast Mariners' star striker Angel Torres took a young woman home after meeting in a nightclub and raped her after being told to stop, a jury has heard.
Socceroos look for Burgess to be new defensive rock
Cameron Burgess says he can lead the Socceroos' towards automatic World Cup qualification despite struggling to play regularly with Premier League side Ipswich.
Bombers seek response to ‘totally unacceptable’ effort
Winless Essendon face a huge challenge to turn their form around against Port Adelaide after a "bitterly disappointing" performance in the loss to Adelaide.
Staggs back at Broncos ‘home’ to torment Dolphins
Brisbane strike centre Kotoni Staggs will return from injury against the Dolphins as on-fire prop Payne Haas warns he is just warming into his work.