Hawks playing the long game with NBA prospect Johnson
Illawarra Hawks coach Jacob Jackomas is urging patience with wunderkind AJ Johnson, who he says will get the chance to shine at some point this NBL season.
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Sean Keppie released by Sea Eagles, joins Rabbitohs
Ex-Manly prop Sean Keppie has joined South Sydney on a long-term deal as the Rabbitohs plot to recover from their ninth-placed finish.
Qld overcome Neser Shield withdrawal to pressure Tassie
Queensland are well on top of Tasmania on day two of their Sheffield Shield match, despite Michael Neser leaving the match for personal reasons.
Hong Kong’s Iron Man trainer seeks Cox Plate history
Hong Kong raider Romantic Warrior is primed to become the fourth northern hemisphere-trained winner of Australasia's premium weight-for-age race at The Valley.
Holmes deserves to keep Kangaroos spot: Mal Meninga
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has defended his selection of Valentine Holmes, who will make his first appearance of the Pacific Championships against New Zealand.
SVG on song in wet start to Gold Coast Supercars
Three-time Supercars champion Shane van Gisbergen has found his feet early on the Gold Coast by setting the fastest practice time.
Flag-chasing Kangaroos keen for something to Crow about
North Melbourne are determined to make a statement against AFLW powerhouse Adelaide, following defeats to fellow premiership contenders Brisbane and Melbourne.
Kiwi Ferns out to snap seven-year slump against Aussies
The Kiwi Ferns have not defeated the Jillaroos since 2016 and will look to turn the tide in the Pacific Championships.
Dockers could pounce after Suns axe Jeremy Sharp
Gold Coast have decided against offering wingman Jeremy Sharp a new contract, opening the door for Fremantle to sign the 22-year-old.
Healy out of WBBL, racing to tour India after dog bite
The WBBL season is over for Alyssa Healy after she was bitten by her dog, with the Australia star battling to be fit for the end-of-year tour of India.
Smith finds his hands again in warning for New Zealand
Australia's batting star Steve Smith has found his hands again at the crease, sounding an ominous warning to his side's next World Cup opponents New Zealand.
Cheatham breaks foot, NBL’s Breakers set to test market
New Zealand Breakers import Zylan Cheatham will miss up to eight weeks of the NBL season with the foot fracture he suffered in the loss to the Adelaide 36ers.
Teen Dowling continues hot form at Amateur golf titles
Billy Dowling has proved unflappable at Royal Melbourne with the Queensland teenager leading the local charge in the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship.
Harris falls cheaply again as Vics hold Shield lead
Victoria hold a lead of 225 in their Sheffield Shield clash with NSW despite fringe Test opener Marcus Harris falling cheaply for the second time in the match.
Suns defeat Giants, look set for AFLW finals place
Gold Coast have one foot in the AFLW finals after a comfortable 31-point win over Greater Western Sydney to claim their first-ever victory against the Giants.
Brisbane Roar stun Sydney in ALM demolition at Suncorp
Henry Hore has scored twice as the Brisbane Roar beat Sydney 3-0 in a brilliant display of attacking football on a horror night for the visitors.
Heat remain unbeaten, Hurricanes break drought in WBBL
Brisbane Heat made it four wins from four in a 13-run victory over Melbourne Stars after Hobart Hurricanes beat Adelaide Strikers by seven wickets in the WBBL.
Shorthanded Bullets pour pressure on Wildcats in NBL
A shorthanded Brisbane Bullets have come to Perth and handed the Wildcats a fourth straight NBL loss with their 84-79 victory.
Soaring Minjee Lee threatened 59 in renewed Saudi duel
Australian star Minjee Lee has maintained her stellar run of form, even threatening a 59 as she set up another duel with namesake Alison Lee in Saudi Arabia.
The Bullets are all heart – but heat’s on the Wildcats
Even without two key players, the Brisbane Bullets have heaped more pressure on struggling Perth - in the Wildcats' own den.
Corica urges defensive reset after dire Sydney start
Steve Corica says it's not doom and gloom just yet but after Sydney's worst start to a season in 11 years the defensive frailties of the side must be addressed.
Kangaroos can boost rugby league in USA: Mal Meninga
As the NRL attempts to break into the American market, coach Mal Meninga has thrown his support behind playing Test match football in the US.
Kuwait could host Australia-Palestine WC qualifier
Kuwait has emerged as the most likely destination to host the Socceroos' World Cup qualifier against Palestine.
Cricket Australia braces for more pain after $17m loss
Hosting the Twenty20 World Cup has been crucial to Cricket Australia restricting its net loss to $16.9 million in the last financial year.
Dogs sign Curran after immediate Warriors release
Canterbury have lured Josh Curran across the Tasman, with the Warriors second-rower a significant signing as the Bulldogs bid to improve their forward pack.
Dolphins get Farnworth, Averillo pre-season boost
Injuries that prevented Herbie Farnworth playing for England won't delay his pre-season start with the Dolphins, while Jake Averillo will hit training early.
Man fighting for life after being shot by police
A 40-year-old man has been taken to hospital in critical condition after he was shot by police near Brisbane.
‘Make them eat their words’: Papi’s point to prove
Ryan Papenhuyzen is prepared to fight to keep the Melbourne fullback jersey, insisting he has no desire to be moved on from the club.
Matildas play it safe with Kerr for Olympic qualifiers
Hometown hero Sam Kerr will be among the stars in action when the Matildas take on Iran, the Philippines and Taiwan in three Olympic qualifiers in Perth.
Aussies smash Dutch as Maxwell breaks World Cup record
Australia have beaten the Netherlands by a record 309 runs in Delhi after Glenn Maxwell blasted the fastest century in the history of cricket's World Cup.
Diamonds beat South Africa by 19 in first Test
Australia's world champion Diamonds have scored a 62-43 win over South Africa in Cairns in the first match of their three-game series.