Wanderers plot to bring Sky Blues back to earth in ALW
Charging towards their first A-League Women finals berth in four years, Western Sydney are setting the stage for an upset win when they host rivals Sydney FC.
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Hold off NRLW expansion until 2026, says NSW coach
NSW State of Origin coach Kylie Hilder has called for the NRL to wait until 2026 to expand the women's competition to 12 teams, one year later than expected.
Rebels out to rebound after horror Super round-one loss
Melbourne aren't blaming their off-field struggles for a heavy opening loss to the Brumbies and are determined to bounce back against the Force in Super Round.
Chooks axe Crichton, Souths blood 28yo rookie in Vegas
Angus Crichton has been dropped by the Sydney Roosters after a summer plagued by speculation over his long-term future at the club.
‘Monster’ Leapai’s exciting problem ahead of pro debut
Teenage boxing sensation Alex Leapai has made such a statement ahead of his professional debut that his corner are struggling to find him a sparring partner.
Man arrested after woman shot in leg getting into car
A man has been arrested a week after a woman was shot in the leg as she was getting into a car north of Brisbane.
McStay hopes to return from knee injury this AFL season
While Collingwood forward Daniel McStay makes solid progress after his knee reconstruction, St Kilda star Jack Sinclair is unsure about his calf injury.
Daicos, De Goey fire in Magpies’ AFL practice match
Collingwood shrugged off some first-quarter rust to overcome Richmond by 30 points in their final practice match before starting their premiership defence.
Penrith’s Mitch Kenny to cop ban over social media post
Penrith will be without first-choice hooker Mitch Kenny for the first game of the 2024 season after he received a ban for a controversial social media post.
How ‘healed’ Broncos can rebound from 2023 GF nightmare
Brisbane players of 2015 were haunted for years by their golden point grand final loss but current players say that won't be the case for the class of 2023.
Injured Kerr still helps stand-in skipper Catley
Matildas stand-in captain Steph Catley is still leaning on injured skipper Sam Kerr as she leads Australia to the verge of Olympic qualification.
Arthur pep talk gives Cartwright an Eels reality check
Bryce Cartwright has started the year on fire after an excellent 2023 and credits a personal challenge from coach Brad Arthur for lighting a fire in his belly.
Brisbane Lions let go of AFL grand final baggage
Brisbane co-captain Harris Andrews believes the Lions have been able to celebrate their 2023 season rather than dwell completely on the grand final loss.
Wolfpack-like club best hope for NRL in America: coach
The man who coached Toronto Wolfpack to Super League promotion believes more trans-Atlantic teams are rugby league's best hope of cracking the American market.
Smith up for Wagner battle, at ease with World Cup fate
Steve Smith's future as a T20 opener for Australia seems over, but he is embracing his role as a Test opener ahead of the first five-day game with New Zealand.
No Bangladesh for Jonassen but selectors keep door open
Jess Jonassen has been omitted from Australia's 15-player squad to tour Bangladesh, where Tayla Vlaeminck could play her first international match since 2022.
Smith at ease with T20 World Cup fate as Tests loom
Steve Smith's future as a T20 batter for Australia seems over, but he is embracing his role as a Test opener ahead of the first five-day game with New Zealand.
Top Cat Guthrie to miss eight weeks due to injury
Influential Geelong midfielder Cam Guthrie will be sidelined least eight weeks because of a thigh injury.
Matildas determined not to let Olympics chance slip
The Matildas finished fourth at both the Tokyo Olympics and home Women's World Cup and are determined to ensure their Paris campaign ends with a medal.
Farnworth limps off at training as Dolphins hold breath
The Dolphins have been rocked again with England centre Herbie Farnworth limping out of training with a knee injury, days after losing Tom Gilbert for the year.
Suns’ Swallow yearning for unknown AFL finals feeling
David Swallow enters a 14th season with Gold Coast chasing a maiden finals appearance, optimistic their talented list and a new coach can "get the place going".
Boomers import Jordin Canada named WNBL’s best
American guard Jordin Canada has won the Suzy Batkovic Medal as the WNBL's most valuable player amid a standout debut season with the Melbourne Boomers.
Broncos win NRL pre-season challenge
Brisbane's club depth came to the fore in their NRL pre-season challenge triumph where rising stars and more seasoned fringe first graders shone..
Snapshot of round 18 of the A-League Men
A snapshot of round 18 of the A-League Men, where Wellington stayed outright top while Adelaide's slide continued.
Cartwright stars against old club as Eels beat Titans
Parramatta's key players were on song in a 26-16 trial win over Gold Coast as forward Bryce Cartwright made a statement against his former club.
Saya’s silver lining in BMX Olympic dress rehearsal
Saya Sakakibara will leave Brisbane's BMX World Cup leg with two second-placings and a firm understanding of what's required to better that at the Paris Games.
Australian Thompson breaks through for first ATP title
Jordan Thompson has earned an extraordinary double in Mexico, finally earning his maiden ATP Tour title against Casper Ruud, before also winning the doubles
‘Huge’ win for Slingsby’s Australia in Sydney SailGP
Tom Slingsby's Australia have shaken off a disappointing last event to claim their first overall victory of the SailGP season on Sydney Harbour.
Parramatta’s Sivo facing three-game NRL ban
Maika Sivo is facing a three-game ban after his latest disciplinary mishap, and is set to miss the start of the NRL season for Parramatta.
Moses targets fast NRL start to season for Eels
Parramatta took too long to find their mojo in 2023 and missed the NRL finals, but star No.7 Mitchell Moses insists things will be different this year.
Parker broken-arm blow for Swans on eve of AFL season
Sydney's midfield veteran Luke Parker has had surgery on a broken arm in a considerable blow for the Swans just days before the AFL season gets under way.