Fox, Ockenden ready to perform after opening ceremony
Jessica Fox and Eddie Ockenden will start their Olympic campaigns only hours after carrying the Australian flag at the opening ceremony.
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Australia’s Olympics boss Chesterman gets IOC nod
AOC president Ian Chesterman has been voted onto the IOC at a meeting before the Paris Games opening ceremony.
Ben Te’o returns to Broncos as assistant coach
Brisbane have staged a coup by signing former tough as teak forward Ben Te'o from the Dolphins on a two-year deal as an assistant coach from 2025.
Fox, Ockenden to carry Australian flag at Games opening
Canoeing gold medallist Jessica Fox and hockey great Eddie Ockenden will be the Australian flag bearers at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.
Australia to host 2026 Rugby League World Cup
Australia have been handed hosting rights to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with some matches to also be played in Papua New Guinea.
Olympic boxing snub would be ‘crime against humanity’
Australian boxers Caitlin Parker and Harry Garside have made pleas to ensure the sport isn't tossed from the Olympics as they aim to make history in Paris.
Tigers key forward Lynch wants to return this season
Richmond spearhead Tom Lynch holds out hope of returning from injury to help out the struggling Tigers before season's end.
Five Aussie water polo players infected before Games
Five members of Australia's women's water polo team have tested positive to COVID-19 ahead of their Olympic campaign in Paris.
Fuller signs with Dolphins after knocking back Broncos
Dolphins livewire Trai Fuller has rejected overtures from Brisbane to sign an upgraded and extended contract until the end of 2026.
Suns angry and frustrated at being QClash easybeats
Gold Coast have lost 10 of their past 11 matches against the Brisbane Lions, and they'll start as underdogs in the QClash at People First Stadium.
Matildas up for German litmus test at Olympics
The Matildas know they have a tough opening game of the Olympics against Germany, with Mary Fowler set to be among the key players in the contest.
Games village no longer earmarked for social housing
At least 2000 dwellings to be built for a major Brisbane 2032 Olympic athletes' village will not be offered as temporary social housing prior to the Games.
Best to miss several weeks with hamstring tear
Newcastle have lost strike centre Bradman Best for several weeks after scans confirmed the NSW State of Origin star suffered a grade-two hamstring tear.
Utoikamanu decision put on hold as Tigers head to NZ
Stefano Utoikamanu has held off announcing any decision on his future until after Wests Tigers' clash with the Warriors, as the prop's contract saga drags on.
It’s not true: Demons dismiss talk of Oliver friction
Melbourne assistant Andrew McQualter is adamant there is no friction between star midfielder Clayton Oliver and the AFL club.
Huni’s ‘bad intentions’ for Pilcher in heavyweight bout
Justis Huni will be channelling Mike Tyson when he fights Troy Pilcher in his WBO global heavyweight title defence in Brisbane.
Luai, Cleary gear up for last ride and shot at history
Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary are back together at Penrith NRL training, as they prepare for the last stretch in a combination that dates back to under-16s.
Immortal Meninga hopes to breathe new life into Raiders
The Canberra Raiders are thrilled at the return of club legend Mal Meninga, whom they hope will be an extra drawcard for recruiting and retaining players.
Reynolds ready to be Kikau target and inspire Broncos
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says his early return from a biceps tear is no risk and has no qualms with being a target as he eyes leading a charge to finals.
Essendon review ‘gutting’ loss in ‘gory’ detail
Essendon coach Brad Scott insists he will make the most of an unsought opportunity as the Bombers seek to bounce back from their loss against Adelaide.
Knights put on notice in hunt for NRLW three-peat
Newcastle have set their sights on claiming an NRLW three-peat, but rivals have declared they are ready to hunt the Knights down and deny them another title.
Tszyu world title eliminator off after rival withdraws
Tim Tszyu's scheduled IBF super-welterweight world title eliminator has been cancelled after American Erickson Lubin told officials he was "medically unfit".
Son of axed Eels coach Brad Arthur free to leave
Parramatta are set to grant Matt Arthur, the son of ousted head coach Brad Arthur, a release from the final year of his contract with the NRL club.
Let the Games begin: Aussie rugby to kick off action
Australia's men's rugby sevens team will be among the first Olympic athletes in action when the Games begin, two days before the flame is lit in Paris.
Brisbane ‘political football’ Games addressed in Paris
The man in charge of organising Brisbane's 2032 Games has indicated he'll get the final say on a venue plan and jumped to the defence of the growing city.
Depleted ‘Boks gamble on hooker Marx for Championship
World champions South Africa have named their squad for the Rugby Championship and have gambled on the fitness of Malcolm Marx and Peter-Steph du Toit.
Australian water polo Olympians test positive to COVID
Two Australian women's water polo players have tested positive to COVID-19 ahead of the Olympics.
Australian team briefed on alleged Paris sexual assault
Australian team chef de mission Anna Meares says the report of a tourist being attacked in Paris is horrific.
De Minaur set for Olympic debut after beating injury
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur is set to make an extraordinary return from a hip injury in time to celebrate his Olympic debut in Paris.
Munster a chance to return as Storm firm for top spot
Melbourne's push for the minor premiership has been handed a boost, with Cameron Munster on the verge of a return from his painful groin injury.
NRL open to less games in 20-team competition
The NRL will consider different season structures as part of an expanded 20-team competition, including reducing the number of matches played per club.