Fake paramedic convicted as warning to others
A man who falsely passed himself off as a paramedic at several motocross events, including two where children were injured, has been convicted but not jailed.
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Sutherland ton lifts Australia to ODI win over India
Annabel Sutherland has smacked 110 off 95 balls and Ashleigh Gardner snared a five-wicket haul as Australia crushed India at the WACA Ground.
Swans draftee Bowman handed Franklin’s famous number
Sydney will have a new No.23, taking Lance Franklin's number off the shelf after a year to hand it to young South Australian forward Ned Bowman.
Pre-Christmas Test gives Gabba life and spice of old
Australia and India are set to be greeted with a traditional Gabba wicket for the third Test, crucial given the hosts are a different side there pre-Christmas.
PNG to get their Broncos moment in big time 40 years on
Brisbane Broncos founding director Barry Maranta highlights similarities between a PNG NRL side and the 1988 Broncos in terms of player opportunities.
Harris set to stay with Demons after trade falls over
Hawthorn and Melbourne couldn't reach an AFLW trade agreement on Tayla Harris, who is instead set to remain with the Demons.
Magpies unveil Charlie Gardiner as new football boss
Collingwood have named long-time Sydney administrator Charlie Gardiner as their new football boss, continuing a massive off-field rebuild.
Fermor targets Maroons as Titans’ double trouble return
Gold Coast forwards Beau Fermor and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui hope to play full seasons together for the first time in two years which will also boost Queensland.
‘Impressive’ Georgia Voll wins another Aussie call-up
Georgia Voll has impressed selectors and teammates with her first two matches for Australia and will join the squad to tour New Zealand later this month.
Australia on track for WTC final with South Africa
A clash with South Africa is Australia's most likely opponent for next year's World Test Championship final at Lord's.
Hawks mull over Harris trade as Demons offer extension
The busiest club in the penultimate day of the AFLW trade period, Hawthorn are still mulling over a trade for Melbourne premiership forward Tayla Harris.
Billings backs contract shake-up for BBL success
Missing out on the Brisbane Heat's BBL title win, English star Sam Billings is confident the league's new long-term contract options will help the league grow.
Woolf puts ‘fear of God’ into Dolphins prop Josh Kerr
Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf knows how to press prop Josh Kerr's buttons and he wouldn't have it any other way as he targets a contract extension.
Socceroos aim to feel right at home for WC qualifier
With their hopes of direct World Cup qualification hanging in the balance, the Socceroos are eager to enjoy home comforts when they host Indonesia in Sydney.
Husband pleads guilty over crash that killed Olympian
Champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty to a new charge over the crash the led to death of his wife, Melissa Hoskins.
Carney gives Broncos players pep-talk on NRL pitfalls
Broncos prop Payne Haas says players have benefited from listening to Todd Carney speak about making good choices as he relishes his time under Michael Maguire.
Rugby Australia targets Bledisloe glory in bold plan
While Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt could make a contract call this week, Rugby Australia has revealed an ambitious plan to return the code to its glory days.
Aussie swimmer Pallister’s message to godmother Fraser
Lani Pallister says godmother Dawn Fraser's setback was 'stressful and frightening' news to digest ahead of the 2024 world short course championships.
Wallaroos to play seven Tests to prepare for World Cup
After claiming their first ever silverware in 2024, the Wallaroos will look to build on their success heading into the Women's Rugby World Cup next year.
NRL convert among Australia’s latest NFL hopefuls
Newcastle development player and former North Queensland winger Laitia Moceidreke will join Wallaby Jordan Petaia in an international NFL talent camp.
Alex de Minaur, Matt Ebden share Newcombe Medal
Alex de Minaur has claimed his third Newcombe Medal, sharing Australian tennis's top individual honour with veteran doubles star Matt Ebden.
Dockers star recruit Bolton keeps lid on flag hype
Fremantle are hoping prized recruit Shai Bolton can lead them to a much coveted first premiership, but the former Richmond star isn't buying into the hype.
All Blacks prop eligible for Wallabies after Reds deal
Chiefs veteran Aidan Ross has signed a two-year Super Rugby deal with Queensland, with the Australia-born prop eligible for the Wallabies.
No one can replace Daniher: Lions recruit Day
There's a Joe Daniher-sized hole in the Brisbane Lions line-up, but recruit Sam Day isn't out to be a carbon copy of the star AFL premiership forward.
Soldo in seamless return to Port after trade request
Port Adelaide forward Mitch Georgiades says there's no grudges held against ruckman Ivan Soldo who has returned to club since asking for a trade to Victoria.
Rafter refuses to write off Kyrgios’s Aussie Open hopes
Former world No.1 Pat Rafter says he has no idea what to expect from Nick Kyrgios ahead of the mercurial talent's Australian Open comeback next month.
May claims he’s still in dark on Roosters exit call
Terrell May has accused the Sydney Roosters of timing his exit so he could not move to a top team, with the Wests Tigers recruit frustrated at his old club.
PNG to turn pipeline NRL dream into bona fide reality
Papua New Guinea NRL officials will be able to begin plans for a club name and colours once NRL expansion is confirmed, along with a location for their village.
No panic in India camp despite Test loss: Sharma
India's captain Rohit Sharma says he's not overly worried by a heavy loss to Australia in the second Test in Adelaide.
Boland could be unlucky again despite Adelaide spell
Paceman Scott Boland's return to the Australian Test team is set to be short lived, with Josh Hazlewood expected to be fit for the third Test against India.
Phoenix upset Roar, Western pile pain on Sydney in ALW
Wellington have upset Brisbane in the A-League Women, while Western United piled more pain on Sydney FC and Adelaide beat Newcastle.