Oliver returns to training with Melbourne teammates
Midfielder Clayton Oliver has rejoined his Melbourne teammates as they prepare for the new season, after taking extended time off to deal with personal issues.
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Wilson locked in for Arizona redemption fight
Queensland boxer Liam Wilson is seeking revenge for his controversial loss to Emanuel Navarrete, returning to Arizona to face another Mexican in Oscar Valdez.
Dogs release Faitala-Mariner for Dragons switch
Raymond Faitala-Mariner has joined St George Illawarra for two seasons after being granted a release by Canterbury.
Rugby star Beale recorded apologising to rape accuser
A secret police recording captured the moment rugby star Kurtley Beale was confronted by a woman alleging he sexually assaulted her in a toilet cubicle.
Socceroos embrace extra rest on Asian Cup QF opponent
The Socceroos will have two days' rest on either South Korea or Saudi Arabia ahead of their Asian Cup quarter-final and plan on taking full advantage.
Blackburn end Wrexham’s FA Cup run with 4-1 home win
Blackburn Rovers have avoided an FA Cup upset, coming from behind to beat fourth-tier Wrexham 4-1 to set up a fifth round meeting with EPL side Newcastle.
Essendon buoyed by Draper return as Goldstein shines
Essendon vice-captain Andrew McGrath says ageing recruit Todd Goldstein has had in instant impact as ruckman Sam Draper eyes a return to full training.
‘It paid off’: Simmons feels vindicated on NBA return
Australian NBA star Ben Simmons has had an immediate impact for Brooklyn on his return from the back injury that sidelined him for close to three months.
Tiley reveals grand plan to keep Open in Melbourne
The boss of Tennis Australia and the Open Craig Tiley has revealed a grand plan to keep the Melbourne major long term amid a growing threat from Saudi Arabia.
Sharks seek to add bite to NRL pack with point to prove
With questions over their ability to match it with the NRL's best, Braden Hamlin-Uele says its time for Cronulla's big men to stand up.
Aussie athletes keen to compete at drug-taking Games
Australians including an Olympic gold medallist are among more than 900 athletes keen to compete at Enhanced Games, a multi-sport event with no drug testing.
Rojas returns to ALM with Roar, Nix sign Costa Rican
Tricky winger Marco Rojas has returned to the A-League Men with Brisbane Roar for the rest of the season while Wellington have signed Costa Rican Youstin Salas.
Mooney leads Australia to T20 win over South Africa
Australia secured a T20 series win against South Africa with a five-wicket victory founded on Beth Mooney overcoming sickness to hit a classy 82.
Forget Charlo, boxing star Tszyu eyes US conquest
Setting his ambitions further than Jermell Charlo's belts, undefeated boxer Tim Tszyu will begin his US conquest with a non-title clash against Keith Thurman.
Labuschagne safe for NZ tour despite lean run: McDonald
Australia coach Andrew McDonald says the top six batters will be given an extended run in Test cricket, including the out-of-form Marnus Labuschagne.
Sinner can be next tennis superstar, says coach Cahill
After becoming the fourth player under his charge to win a grand slam, Jannik Sinner could be the next tennis superstar, says Aussie coach Darren Cahill.
Woman says ‘desperate’ Beale forced her into sexual act
Kurtley Beale's sexual assault trial has been told the "desperate" rugby union star forced a woman to give him oral sex at a Bondi hotel in December 2022.
Tennis boss hails Melbourne major ‘the best Open ever’
Record crowds, glowing player feedback and a thrilling men's climax have tennis chief Craig Tiley declaring the 2024 Australian Open 'the best ever'.
Diamonds gleam to crush England and lift Nations Cup
Australia's Diamonds have won the Netball Nations Cup in England, making the host Roses wilt in the final in a reprise of their World Cup triumph.
Smith repeats Warner’s Hobart feat to make mark at top
A gutted Steve Smith was unable to steer Australia out of a hole to victory but his unbeaten 91 was the ultimate way to show he can fill the David Warner void.
Sinner wins Australian Open as Generation Next arrives
Italian Jannik Sinner has come from two sets down to beat Russian Daniil Medvedev in an epic Australian Open final to claim his maiden grand slam title.
Shamar Joseph’s Windies Test vow after Gabba heroics
Shamar Joseph had West Indies legends crying tears of joy after bowling his side to victory in the Gabba Test and then committing to the longest format.
Socceroos reach Asian Cup quarters, finding feet
The Socceroos are into the Asian Cup quarter-finals after beating Indonesia 4-0 and coach Graham Arnold feels they are finding their feet at the right time.
Hogg sledge lit fuse for Windies Test win: Brathwaite
West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite said former Australian fast bowler Rodney Hogg tagging his side "pathetic and hopeless" drove them to win the Gabba Test.
Aussies crumble at hands of new ‘superstar’ Joseph
Shamar Joseph has taken seven wickets to lead West Indies to an eight-run victory against Australia and snap a 27-year Test cricket losing streak in Australia.
Kiwi Pithie has first WorldTour win at Cadel’s race
New Zealand cyclist Laurence Pithie has won the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Race in a photo finish, securing his first WorldTour victory.
Emotional stability drives Sabalenka’s transformation
Two-time Australian Open champ Aryna Sabalenka says a new-found inner calm has helped turn the one-time temperamental talent into a dominant grand slam force.
Lynagh niggle adds intrigue to Reds’ No.10 question
Tom Lynagh is battling a back niggle but the No.10 says he's learnt to be more competitive as he fights for a spot in Les Kiss's Queensland Reds starting side.
Cotter, Dearden take over as Cowboys NRL captains
Tom Dearden will replace Johnathan Thurston as the Cowboys' youngest NRL captain after the playmaker and Reuben Cotter were named the club's new co-leaders.
South Africa stun Australia for maiden women’s win
South Africa have beaten Australia in women's cricket for the first time, comfortably winning their T20 clash at Manuka Oval by six wickets.
Windies battle back from brink in Gabba Test contest
A wicketless middle session and record West Indies partnership has kept Australian at bay, the visitors 8-266 at stumps after day one of the Gabba Test.