Bennett throws support behind Perth Bears NRL bid
It seems just a matter of time before Perth is granted a licence to become the NRL's 18th franchise, and Wayne Bennett is confident it will be a success.
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Ex-Sydney Kings import star Martin joins Adelaide 36ers
Former Memphis Grizzlies forward Jarell Martin is joining the Adelaide 36ers as Scott Ninnis aims to guide his side up the NBL ladder this season
Titans unsung hero Sami back in 2020 Origin form
Gold Coast centre Phil Sami has been in career-best form to put the Titans in finals contention ahead of the home clash with derby opponents Brisbane.
Tony Gustavsson era over as Matildas hunt for new coach
Football Australia is searching for a new Matildas coach after Tony Gustavsson's reign was brought to an end after Australia's group-stage exit at the Olympics.
Cam Smith legacy drives Mozer quest to be Broncos lifer
Brisbane hooker Blake Mozer, a Cameron Smith fan, is tall for a rake like his idol and also wants to be a one-club man like the former Melbourne Storm skipper.
Koroibete back in Wallabies fold for Rugby Championship
Star winger and two-time John Eales Medallist Marika Koroibete has been recalled to the Wallabies squad for two Rugby Championship Tests against South Africa.
Flanagan believes Holmes can return to best at Saints
Shane Flanagan will play Valentine Holmes at left centre if the Cowboy signs for St George Illawarra, while adamant Tyrell Sloan is his long-term No.1.
Clarkson hopes to defend racism allegations in court
AFL premiership coach Alastair Clarkson hopes he is called to appear in Federal Court after documents were lodged as part of the ongoing Hawthorn racism saga.
Leniu rides nerves on road to being Roosters starter
Spencer Leniu admits to feeling daunted as he continues to fill Jared Waerea-Hargreaves' shoes as the Sydney Roosters' front-row enforcer.
Brian To’o staying put at reigning champions Penrith
Penrith winger Brian To'o has declared he will stay at the three-time defending premiers, after meeting with club bosses and his management.
Cripps hopeful Eagles rebuild pain won’t last too long
West Coast veteran Jamie Cripps is embracing his role as a leader at the club and he hopes the rebuilding team won't take too long to return to finals action.
Host of Aussie track and field stars chasing Oly medals
The Australian track and field team at the Paris Olympic is arguably deeper than any since the 1956 Melbourne Games.
Matildas knocked out of the Olympics after US loss
The Matildas' Olympic dream is over, knocked out of the tournament after a 2-1 loss to the United States in their final group game in Marseille.
Fox etched into history with sixth Olympic medal
Jessica Fox has claimed her second gold of the Paris Games with victory in the C1 and has now won more individual Olympic medals than any other Australian.
Parker questions Games’ ‘dangerous’ boxing gender call
Australian boxing captain Caitlin Parker doesn't agree with the decision to allow two fighters to compete in Paris after they failed gender eligibility tests.
Australia’s Smith claims shooting bronze at Olympics
Australian trap shooter Penny Smith has won her first Olympic medal, taking trap bronze after scraping into the final.
Martin dethroned but Aussies hail Diehm’s BMX bronze
Logan Martin has crashed out in the Olympic BMX freestyle final as Natalya Diehm took a surprise bronze in the equivalent women's event in Paris.
China’s swim gold medallist is drug-free, says Chalmers
Australian swimmer Kyle Chalmers won an Olympic 100m freestyle silver medal behind a Chinese rival who he believes is drug-free.
AFL accept Carlton’s handling of McKay head knock
The AFL say they are comfortable with the way Carlton have managed Harry McKay since he copped a knock to the head against North Melbourne almost two weeks ago.
Dolphins’ Farnworth embraces Manu showdown in wild west
The Dolphins have lost six of their past eight matches and need a dominant display from centre Herbie Farnworth against the Sydney Roosters in Perth.
Panthers to meet with To’o as rumours shock teammates
Penrith are set to meet with Brian To'o in coming days, with teammates finding it hard to believe the NSW State of Origin flyer is unsettled at the NRL club.
Geelong great Harry Taylor to help Eagles’ coach search
West Coast are ready to develop a shortlist of coaching contenders to replace Adam Simpson, and Geelong great Harry Taylor will help them make the final choice.
Munster says Storm’s Hughes deserving of Dally M hype
Returning Melbourne Storm star Cameron Munster says Jahrome Hughes would be a deserving winner of the Dally M Medal.
Fans sign up, show up in record 2024 AFL campaign
The AFL is enjoying one of its tightest seasons in history, and the fans have voted with their feet by rocking up to games in record numbers.
Wests Tigers trio missing bus ‘honest mistake’: Benji
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has revealed his stance on whether he'll keep selecting star forward Stefano Utoikamanu ahead of his offseason departure.
Staggs defends Reynolds, hits out at Broncos ‘haters’
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs says current captain Adam Reynolds is the right man to lead the club despite claims by Gorden Tallis that he should be sacked..
Australian triathlon shows signs of life with Hauser
Great Britain's Alex Yee and Cassandre Beaugrand of France won the gold medals as the Olympic triathlon events went ahead following months of drama.
Magpies back CEO Craig Kelly amid allegations in court
Collingwood president Jeff Browne has "totally and absolutely" backed club chief executive Craig Kelly amid serious allegations that have been filed in court.
Penrith pounce for Talagi after young gun rejects Eels
Penrith are the frontrunners to sign young gun Blaize Talagi, after the rising Parramatta star told the Eels he would be moving on at the end of the season.
Ellis retires after 251 games and ‘amazing’ AFL journey
Dual Richmond premiership player and Gold Coast Suns utility Brandon Ellis has retired, effective immediately.
NSW Waratahs pick up another Wallabies star from Rebels
Forward enforcer Rob Leota is the latest Wallabies star to join the NSW Waratahs from the now-defunct Melbourne Rebels.