O’Brien departs Knights after wretched 2025 season
Newcastle have made a call on coach Adam O'Brien after an underwhelming NRL season, parting ways with their coach after six years.
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‘Toughest decision’ – De Koning informs Carlton of call
Tom De Koning, the most talked-about free agent in the AFL, has described telling Carlton he is leaving as the "toughest decision" of his life.
Why Penrith believe they can defy NRL history
Penrith have rested 16 regular NRL starters and all but said goodbye to a top-four finish. But this is why they reckon their premiership race is firmly alive.
‘Take the burden’: ex-AFL player reveals he is bisexual
Mitch Brown, the first AFL player to publicly identify as bisexual, has spoken about the fear of having his sexuality discovered while he was playing.
Why Hannay can lead Titans to the promised land
Gold Coast's new director of football Scott Sattler explains why incoming coach Josh Hannay is the right man to transform the Titans into a success story.
Dockers coach backs game style for AFL finals
Fremantle expect their contested game will hold them in good stead in September as they gear up for their first AFL finals campaign in three years.
Aussies have the Wright stuff to win surf world titles
Owen Wright made World Surf League history with two perfect heats to win at Cloudbreak, and thinks Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson can also leave their mark.
Fit-again Cat Martin eyes rare finals run
After playing just two finals in 11 AFL seasons, former prodigy Jack Martin has his sights set on a September run with his new club Geelong.
Could a pre-finals bye round halt the NRL’s rest-athon?
Amid concerns over the number of NRL stars being rested in crucial late-season games, the idea of a pre-finals bye week has been floated.
Tino issues warning, gives Titans hope on his future
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui says the appointment of Josh Hannay as new Gold Coast coach could keep him at the Titans while calling for more accountability at the club.
‘Haven’t played enough’: Manly star ready for pay cut
Manly star Tom Trbojevic insists he has a good relationship with coach Anthony Seibold, and is ready to take a pay cut to stay at the NRL club.
Take nothing for granted: hurt of 2023 GF fuels Broncos
Memories of the 2023 grand final heartbreak linger for Brisbane as they eye another run at the NRL title.
PNG CEO leaves for Penrith before key appointments made
The NRL's Papua New Guinea franchise is already on the lookout for a new CEO, after Andrew Hill opted to leave the club and join the Panthers Group.
‘Take the burden’: ex-AFL player reveals he is bisexual
Mitch Brown, the first AFL player to publicly identify as bisexual, has spoken about the fear of having his sexuality discovered while he was playing.
Dolphins target ‘Magnificent Seven’ for finals push
The Dolphins finals hopes are still alive as they target joining a rare group of NRL clubs that had a 0-4 start to the season before reaching the play-offs.
Ex-Wallaby Petaia in French rugby move after NFL exit
Former Wallabies star Jordan Petaia has confirmed his next move just weeks after his NFL life with the Los Angeles Chargers was cut short.
Suns thrash Bombers to lock in historic finals berth
Gold Coast have notched their biggest-ever AFL win, thumping Essendon to secure the club's first finals campaign since their 2011 admission.
Wounded Bombers brace after ‘unprecedented’ season
Essendon coach Brad Scott has flagged bulk list changes after the Bombers' season ended with more injuries and a historic Gold Coast loss.
‘Always improvement’: coach reflects on Brown comments
Former West Coast player Mitch Brown is being lauded for revealing his bisexuality in what is being described as a landmark moment for the AFL.
Dangerous terrain hampers search for accused cop killer
Accused police killer Dezi Freeman has been urged to surrender as inclement weather hinders the search for the fugitive in difficult bushland terrain.
Freo coach happy to Reid rave reviews about young star
Fremantle young gun Murphy Reid has enjoyed a stunning debut season but faces stiff competition for the AFL Rising Star award from Dan Curtin and Levi Ashcroft.
Diamond bound: Olyslagers leaps to glory in Zurich
Nicola Olyslagers has won the Diamond League high jump title with a record-breaking display that's sent a message to all her world championship rivals.
‘Extraordinary sell’: Meninga to give Tino a Bear hug
Mal Meninga confirms he will go all-in to sign Tino Fa'asuamaleaui for 2027 as the Gold Coast captain insists he is no hurry to commit to the Titans.
Walkers keep NRL coach dream alive despite Titans’ call
The dream is still alive for Ben and Shane Walker to coach in the NRL despite Josh Hannay being appointed to take over at the Gold Coast in 2026.
High-flying Storm expecting bounce back from Bulldogs
Craig Bellamy says the Storm are bracing for a lift in physicality from the Bulldogs on Friday night after a public lashing from their coach Cameron Ciraldo.
Contract negotiations have broken down: Oscar Allen
West Coast appear all but certain to lose Oscar Allen to Brisbane, but coach Andrew McQualter has declared that Liam Ryan will be staying.
Lions great lifts lid on Zorko’s sliding doors moment
Lions star Dayne Zorko will join Marcus Ashcroft as one of just five men to play 300 games for the merged club, and arguably has him to thank for it.
Port Adelaide coach misses his last training session
Ken Hinkley is ill and has missed his last training session as Port coach, but there's no danger he will miss his farewell game.
AFL has ‘work to do’ after homophobic slur saga
AFL boss Andrew Dillon says education is key to creating a safer environment after Crow Izak Rankine became the latest player banned over a homophobic slur.
Bulldogs decide against risking injury-prone midfielder
Western Bulldogs star Adam Treloar has been left out for the club's must-win clash with Fremantle, despite coming off a prolific VFL performance.
It’s Toole-time for the Wallabies as history beckons
Brumbies flyer Corey Toole will make his Test debut as the Wallabies aim to make history in Cape Town, where Fraser McReight will captain the side.