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NRLW superstar Tamika Upton joins Brisbane
Brisbane have signed NRLW superstar Tamika Upton after she was granted a release from her Newcastle Knights contract.
Consistency key for Walsh as Blues seek to end drought
Sam Walsh believes consistency will be crucial to Carlton's AFL premiership hopes in 2025 as they seek to end a flag drought dating back three decades.
Pies, Hawks keen to lure off-contract Dees star Harris
High-profile Melbourne talent Tayla Harris is set to headline the AFLW trade period, with Hawthorn and Collingwood vying for the All-Australian's services.
Skipper McGrath to put stamp on team in Healy’s absence
Tahlia McGrath will relish her first full series in charge of Australia's women's cricket team, keen to put her own stamp on the side with Alyssa Healy out.
Djokovic to launch ‘fair dinkum’ AO crack in Brisbane
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has joined Nick Kyrgios in opting to use the Brisbane International as a tune-up for the Australian Open.
Matildas preparing for different test against Taiwan
The Matildas will expect Taiwan to sit deep and be hard to break down in the first of their two international friendlies.
Plath takes it to max in lock battle with Gilbert
Dolphins player of the year Max Plath is ready to beat second year syndrome and challenge Tom Gilbert for the coveted No.13 jersey.
Renshaw ton fires Bulls to one-day win over Tasmania
Queensland beat Tasmania by 56 runs in the One-Day Cup clash thanks to starring roles by Matthew Renshaw and Mitchell Swepson.
Titans deny release request for gun Pahulu to Bulldogs
Gold Coast refuse to be "bullied" and have denied a release for rookie-of-the-year Josiah Pahulu to join Canterbury.
Foran targets title with ‘new ankle’ after 17th surgery
Gold Coast veteran Kieran Foran has recovered from major ankle surgery and enters his 17th pre-season with no end to his stellar NRL career in sight.
‘Stare it in the face’: Cox’s first big call as coach
Dean Cox has set the tone for his tenure as Sydney's new head coach, beginning pre-season with a meticulous review of their 60-point AFL grand final defeat.
‘Big reaction to one loss’: Carey expecting bounce back
After their first Test drubbing by India, Pat Cummins' Australia squad are regrouping in Adelaide, determined to hit back.
Matildas haven’t planned for the future well: Sermanni
A-League Women stars and fringe Matildas are set to feature more prominently in Australia's two friendlies against Taiwan.
Siddle re-signs with Stars to play BBL into his 40s
Veteran quick Peter Siddle has signed a one-year deal to join Melbourne Stars, who are still hunting for their first Big Bash title.
Petaia chasing NFL dream sparked by Super Bowl memories
Super Bowls, skipping school and former Pittsburgh safety Troy Polamalu helped put rugby star Jordan Petaia on a path to a potential NFL call-up.
Memories evoked as Australia draw Sweden in Davis Cup
Lleyton Hewitt's Australian team will meet old foes Sweden, away, then face Belgium or Chile, in the qualifying rounds for the Davis Cup final 8.
No grudges but Dragons will regret letting me go: Bird
NRL premiership winner Jack Bird is beginning life at Wests Tigers after St George Illawarra allowed him to leave ahead of the 2025 season.
Skipper bullish on Smith addition to Cats’ engine room
Geelong veteran Patrick Dangerfield believes versatile recruit Bailey Smith will have his biggest impact for his new AFL club in a revamped midfield.
Micah keeps heat on Arnold in Matildas goalie battle
A class display by Teagan Micah for the Matildas against Brazil was a warning shot to Mackenzie Arnold that the goalkeeping position is still hotly contested.
Future still in doubt for Bronco duo after Hunt signing
Brisbane want to keep star outside backs Selwyn Cobbo and Kotoni Staggs beyond 2025 but the signing of Ben Hunt has made that a trickier task.
Daley to prioritise form over incumbency for 2025 Blues
Returning NSW State of Origin coach Laurie Daley has indicated he will pick his 2025 side for Game I based on form, not incumbency from the 2024 series win.
Aussies have proven they bounce back quickly: Head
Travis Head has cautioned against confusing a bad week with a bad team, insisting Australia will perform under pressure after their concerning loss to India.
Future still in doubt for Broncos pair
Brisbane want to keep star outside backs Selwyn Cobbo and Kotoni Staggs beyond 2025 but the signing of Ben Hunt has made that a trickier task.
‘Line in the sand’: Green vows GWS will do better
GWS are determined to right their wrongs, with Tom Green saying his team will learn from their AFL finals crash-out and post-season function scandal.
‘Floodgates open’ as Buchanan sets new marathon mark
Andy Buchanan is Australia's new marathon record-holder, while Isobel Batt-Doyle ran the third-fastest time for an Australian woman in Valencia.
Why Lions can defy AFL champion hoodoo and roar again
Dayne Zorko reckons Brisbane's desire to replicate their 2024 success for those who missed out will help them buck a trend that's plagued recent AFL premiers.
Suns sack AFLW coach Joyce, captain Bohanna wants trade
Gold Coast captain Tara Bohanna is expected to return home to Victoria after requesting a trade, just hours after the Suns sacked AFLW coach Cameron Joyce.
Matildas in Catch-22 coach quandary ahead of Asian Cup
Doubt remains over when the next Matildas coach will be appointed as Hayley Raso says adapting to the next mentor's ideas will be key to tournament success.
NSW women’s coach Strange open to mass changes
Sydney Roosters coach John Strange will become the first active NRLW coach to lead a State of Origin team after being appointed to the NSW vacancy.
Beefed-up Kyle Flanagan has clear goal in mind for 2025
Kyle Flanagan has gained 10 kilograms in the off-season, vowing to be a more potent weapon as he prepares to link up with new halves partner Lachlan Ilias.