Demons find straight-sets AFLW finals exit ‘confusing’
Defending premiers Melbourne have been left gutted after they just failed to pull of a comeback semi-final win over Geelong, ending their season.
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Art lovers enticed into the woods with Fairy Tales show
An exhibition based on the timeless idea of fairy tales uses film, art and design to create a fantastical world.
Ruthless Socceroos set sights on beating Palestine
The Socceroos will be aiming to back up their 7-0 thrashing of Bangladesh with a big win over Palestine in another World Cup qualifier to be played in Kuwait.
Australia chasing sound of silence in World Cup final
Australia will be out to quieten the 130,000-plus crowd when they face hosts India in Ahmedabad in pursuit of a sixth World Cup title.
Rugby Australia chair Hamish McLennan ousted
Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan has been sacked following a torrid year, with Daniel Herbert named as his replacement on an interim basis.
Australia’s World Cup triumph the pinnacle: Cummins
Travis Head's superb knock has guided Australia to a sixth World Cup title, an achievement captain Pat Cummins hailed as the pinnacle of international cricket.
Eagles praise Reid’s resilience ahead of AFL draft
Wooden spooners West Coast are all but certain to select prodigious Victorian midfielder Harley Reid with their top pick in the AFL draft.
Young gun Siua Wong re-signs with Roosters
The Sydney Roosters have secured one of their brightest home-grown products on a two-year extension with 20-year-old forward Siua Wong wrapped up until 2026.
McLennan says he was the victim of a rugby power grab
Axed Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan fears his ousting will only lead to more division in a code split over the governing body's centralisation play.
Socceroos ready to welcome back Boyle for Palestine WCQ
Martin Boyle has recovered from a swollen knee and will line up for the Socceroos in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier against Palestine in Kuwait.
World Cup puts Cummins’ team among Australia’s greatest
Australia's World Cup win in India has ensured Pat Cummins' team a place in the conversation about the nation's greatest men's cricket sides.
Cats’ AFLW finals run showcases midfield talent
Geelong star Nina Morrison was at her best in the upset semi-final win over Melbourne and she had plenty of company in their midfield.
FA reveals eight national second division clubs
Eight clubs, including traditional powerhouses South Melbourne and Sydney United 58, will make up the National Second Tier competition from 2025.
Smith’s status as Aussie golf ‘great’ clouded: Pampling
Ahead of the Australian PGA Championship, veteran Rod Pampling says Cameron Smith is set for golfing greatness but that LIV had complicated comparisons.
Barron’s golfing odyssey from despair to European tour
Haydn Barron has his European tour card and is set to challenge for the Australian PGA Championship just three years after his golfing career was on the rocks.
Harley Reid keen to lift West Coast out of AFL doldrums
Highly rated Victorian teenager Harley Reid will move interstate to join West Coast after being selected with the No.1 pick at the AFL national draft.
Moylan signs with Leigh Leopards after Sharks release
Cronulla playmaker Matt Moylan has been released to join Super League club Leigh Leopards on a two-year deal after being headhunted by coach Adrian Lam.
Struggling North keep rebuild going at AFL draft
North Melbourne have picked two young guns in the first four of the AFL draft, and five overall in the first round, in what they hope will boost their rebuild.
AFL’s top draft pick Reid eyes arm-wrestle with Dusty
Young gun Harley Reid was in a jovial mood after months of speculation ended with West Coast selecting him with the No.1 pick at the AFL draft.
New Rugby Australia chairman pledges to listen to fans
New RA chairman Dan Herbert says all stakeholders and fans will be listened to as part of the ailing code's concerted effort to revive rugby in Australia.
Socceroos take nothing for granted against Palestine
Led by defender Harry Souttar, the Socceroos want to keep a high level of concentration as well as a clean sheet in their World Cup qualifier against Palestine.
AFL to ‘wait and see’ on future of Opening Round
The AFL is not ready to commit to Opening Round becoming a permanent part of the fixture list after starting the 2024 season in Queensland and NSW.
Fearless rival Dylan Biggs ready to stand up to Tszyu
Reigning champion Dylan Biggs says he won't be playing second fiddle to Nikita Tszyu in their Australian super-welterweight showdown in Newcastle.
Blues recruit Hollands given AFL ban for drug charge
Carlton recruit Elijah Hollands will not be eligible to be selected for the first two games of the AFL season after being hit with a conduct unbecoming charge.
Hurricanes’ new skipper Ellis keen on shorter BBL
Quick Nathan Ellis will lead the Hobart Hurricanes in the Big Bash League this summer after replacing veteran Matthew Wade as skipper.
Australia scrape home in semi to reach World Cup final
Australia have booked a spot in the Cricket World Cup final against India after surviving a collapse with the bat to claim a three-wicket win over South Africa.
Socceroos thrash Bangladesh 7-0 in first WC qualifier
The Socceroos have made the perfect start to their World Cup qualifying campaign by thrashing Bangladesh 7-0, with Jamie Maclaren scoring a hat-trick.
Wildcats keep rolling with fourth straight NBL win
The Perth Wildcats have put a four-game losing streak fully behind them to now enjoy a four-match winning run with an 88-80 victory over the Cairns Taipans.
Socceroos turn focus to Palestine World Cup qualifier
Fresh off their 7-0 thrashing of Bangladesh in their opening World Cup qualifier, the Socceroos will quickly turn their focus to facing Palestine in Kuwait.
JackJumpers need to rediscover defence: coach Roth
Tasmania JackJumpers have improved in attack this season but need to improve their defence to achieve anything in the NBL, according to coach Scott Roth.
Minjee Lee runs hot at LPGA Tour’s rich season-ender
In-form Australian golf star Minjee Lee has made a flying start to the LPGA Tour's lucrative season-ending CME Group Tour Championship in Florida.