Old rivalry flares up as Bombers fight for AFLW finals
Essendon are within touching distance of an AFLW finals spot but old enemy Carlton are determined to end their season with an upset win.
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Pert quits Demons, Joel Smith to learn fate
Melbourne CEO Gary Pert has quit in the latest off-field development at the embattled AFL club, while player Joel Smith is facing a ban of up to four years.
Diamonds pipeline stifled by Super Netball star imports
Having won the last Test but lost the Constellation Cup to New Zealand, Diamonds coach Stacey Marinkovich says Super imports affect young Australian talent.
Roosters tell May he’s free to leave in shock move
The Sydney Roosters have made the surprise move to tell prop Terrell May he can leave the club, in the latest big move on the NRL transfer market.
Sydney FC’s Douglas Costa cleared of serious injury
Sydney FC's star recruit Douglas Costa could be back within a week after missing the Sky Blues' last ALM clash with a hamstring issue.
Papenhuyzen looms as next big chip after Gutherson exit
Parramatta's decision to release Clint Gutherson from his contract will prompt change at the Eels and throw Ryan Papenhuyzen's future in the spotlight.
Big Aussie double in Paris as Demon homes in on Finals
Alex de Minaur is a win away from joining the top-eight in the race to make the ATP Finals while Alexei Popyrin downed Daniil Medvedev in the Paris Masters.
Heat spinner Parsons leads historic win over Renegades
Brisbane legspinner Grace Parsons captured 3-22 in just her second WBBL match to inspire a 28-run win over Melbourne Renegades.
Valetini joins the greats with second John Eales Medal
Dynamic back-rower Rob Valetini has become only the third player to win successive John Eales Medals as the Wallabies' player of the year.
Geelong thrashed in WNBL debut by Townsville
Geelong United have endured a rude awakening in their WNBL debut, suffering a landslide 26-point loss to Townsville Fire in the season opener.
McSweeney urges batters to give selectors headaches
Australia A captain Nathan McSweeney believes his teammates can give selectors headaches in the highly anticipated Test opener bat-off in Mackay.
Bunnies’ Murray faces surgery that could impact 2025
South Sydney skipper Cameron Murray could face surgery on a wrist issue that has rubbed him out of the rest of the Kangaroos' Pacific Championships campaign.
Smith fired by ‘painful’ lesson ahead of Queensland PGA
Cameron Smith's stunning failure at Royal Queensland last year is a key reason why he is playing in the Queensland PGA after he learnt a key lesson.
Huni’s ‘fresh start’ as Wallace inches to title shot
Justis Huni will play second fiddle to popular Brisbane-based Irish world title hope Conor Wallace when the pair box in the Queensland capital in December.
De Minaur, Thompson make dream starts at Paris Masters
Alex de Minaur's hopes of a place at next month's ATP finals have risen sharply after an impressive start in Paris and a big slip-up by rival Andrey Rublev.
Dolphins eye Hunt as Dragons rip up captain’s contract
St George Illawarra have terminated the contract of captain and star halfback Ben Hunt, with the Dolphins emerging as early front-runners for his services.
Bodey to return for Hawks, Hore a chance for Demons
Hawthorn are set to receive a massive boost with All-Australian forward Greta Bodey cleared to return from injury, while Melbourne's Kate Hore is facing a test.
Adam Scott lunch has Campbell hungry to defend Qld PGA
Newly turned pro Phoenix Campbell, the defending Queensland PGA champion, will have his work cut out with big-name star Cameron Smith in the field this year.
Koloamatangi out of Tonga’s Pacific Champs Test with NZ
Keaon Koloamatangi won't play in Tonga's must-win Pacific Championships Test with New Zealand.
Cummins eyes elusive win against ‘under pressure’ India
Australia will draw confidence from New Zealand's shock series win in India as captain Pat Cummins seeks to tick off the 'one big thing' he has yet to achieve.
Fagan insists ‘humble’ Lions have more success in them
Brisbane premiership coach Chris Fagan believes the Lions have more success in them after they broke through for their first AFL flag in 21 years.
Nothing could stop me from joining rugby, says Suaalii
Code-hopping star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii believes he is ready to wear the Wallabies jumper, and says nothing was going to stop him from joining rugby union.
AFLW clears Sheerin of serious umpire contact charge
Richmond star Eilish Sheerin has been found not guilty of intentional umpire contact after being referred to the AFLW Tribunal.
Wicketkeeper Wade to coach after Australian retirement
Matthew Wade has confirmed his international retirement, with the versatile wicketkeeper moving straight into a coaching role with Australia.
Christchurch team could be as big as Warriors: Isaako
Local products Jamayne Isaako and Jordan Riki have been encouraged by the growth of rugby league in Christchurch.
Decision still to be made on Cup favourite Via Sistina
Trainer Chris Waller says connections are weighing up if Melbourne Cup favourite Via Sistina will race, but international Jan Brueghel has been ruled out.
Geelong aim high with WNBL title up for grabs
The WNBL title race is wide open after an off-season of change, with newcomers Geelong United among those eyeing the championship.
Turbo puts aside disappointment in brother’s axing
Tom Trbojevic has excelled on return to the Kangaroos but hasn't been able to share his success with brother Jake, axed from the squad for the Pacific Cup.
Cooney-Cross dream goal helps Matildas to beat Germany
The Matildas have earned a remarkable 2-1 friendly win over Germany in Duisburg with maiden international goals from Kyra Cooney-Cross and Clare Hunt.
Olympian who assaulted, threatened ex-wife avoids jail
Olympic rowing silver medal winner Simon Burgess has been given a suspended jail sentence for assaulting his ex-wife and breaching a domestic violence order.
Wise Wallabies making no promises for grand slam tour
The 10th-ranked Wallabies are wisely opting against making any bold promises ahead of only the third grand slam tour of the UK since 1984.