Robinson backs concussion protocol despite bunker error
Trent Robinson has stood by the NRL's concussion protocols, despite the bunker's independent doctor misdiagnosing Sam Walker mid-game in round three.
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Other stadiums ‘well ahead’ of Gabba: Cricket Australia
Cricket Australia is pitching for a long-term solution to Brisbane's stadium limbo as the Gabba prepares for the end of its useful life by 2030.
Cunningham ‘fantastic’, Adams likely to miss for Swans
Sydney Swans coach John Longmire says Harry Cunningham is in great spirits, despite being concussed in a controversial bump last weekend.
‘Defend the island’, Tasmania gun for maiden NBL title
The Tasmania JackJumpers can clinch their first NBL title with victory in game four of the Championship Series against Melbourne United in Hobart.
Slipper to become Australia’s most-capped Super player
Veteran prop James Slipper is set to equal fellow former Wallabies captain Stephen Moore as Australia's most-capped Super Rugby player.
‘It’d be sad’ to farewell Leichhardt: Tigers’ Papali’i
Isaiah Papali'i would be sad to farewell Leichhardt Oval but Wests Tigers players appear resigned they will have little say in the club's future at the ground.
Titmus on track as Paris swim uniform revealed
Defending Olympic freestyle champion Ariarne Titmus is pleased with her progress as Australia's aquatic uniform was revealed ahead of this year's Paris Games.
Taylan holds hope of May-Day despite Penrith deal
Re-signed Penrith centre Taylan May is still holding hope of one day playing alongside his brothers even though it may have to be in the Super League.
Selection squeeze a winner for Bulldogs: Weightman
Jack Macrae hasn't cracked the Western Bulldogs midfield yet this season and forward Cody Weightman says the selection squeeze is a good thing.
Struggling South Sydney wield the axe but back Hawkins
Two more players have paid the price for South Sydney's slow start to the season, but Dean Hawkins will stay at halfback for the clash against Canterbury.
Harley Reid’s fend-offs already wowing AFL fans
West Coast appear set for another season at the bottom of the table, but the hot start of No.1 pick Harley Reid has been a big positive.
Campbell back, Titans address ’embarrassing’ NRL start
Jayden Campbell's return is some good news for Gold Coast after an "embarrassing" and "unacceptable" start to the NRL season under new coach Des Hasler.
Carlton to regain star defender Weitering from injury
Star Carlton defender Jacob Weitering will make a welcome return from a calf injury for the Blues' Good Friday clash with North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium.
Dolphins’ Hammer set for Titans after time in the Sun
Dolphins No.1 Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow was in the Gold Coast Suns' AFL academy as a youth and almost signed with them, but now he's set to destroy the Titans.
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.
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.