Ipswich is our heartland: Jones talks up NRL expansion
ARL commissioner Kate Jones says the NRL is determined to expand to 20 teams as Brisbane Firehawks and Brisbane Jets powerbrokers promote southeast Queensland.
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Finucane, Niukore, Okunbor accept NRL hip-drop bans
Cronulla captain Dale Finucane, Warriors second-rower Marata Niukore and Canterbury winger Jayden Okunbor have all pleaded guilty to hip-drop tackles.
Rugby cash won’t tempt NRL’s Cameron Murray
Souths captain Cam Murray has doubled down on his stance on a code switch, saying no amount of money will entice him away from the Rabbitohs in the short-term.
Bird rebounds after personal challenge set by Griffin
St George Illawarra lock Jack Bird says Anthony Griffin was right to challenge him after a slow start to the season following knee surgery.
Upbeat Dangerfield backs Cats to rally from 0-3 hole
New Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield says lack of confidence is affecting the AFL reigning premiers as they try to rally from their winless start.
Broncos flyer Arthars re-signs until 2026
Brisbane have rewarded versatile outside back Jesse Arthars with a new Broncos deal after his strong start to the season on the wing.
Richmond can return to flag-winning ways: McIntosh
Richmond have had a mixed start to the AFL season but dual premiership player Kamdyn McIntosh is confident they can be flag contenders.
Panthers re-sign NRL premiership prop Moses Leota
New Zealand international prop forward Moses Leota has re-signed with Penrith in a major boost for the reigning premiers.
Hinkley’s future as Port coach untenable: Tredrea
Port Adelaide great Warren Tredrea says Ken Hinkley's position as the club's head coach beyond this season has become untenable.
Owen Wright forced to wait for Bells Beach swansong
Owen Wright's Bells Beach farewell is on hold for at least a day, with the the Rip Curl Pro having a lay day because of the conditions.
Ugle-Hagan’s racism reaction ‘iconic’: Beveridge
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's channelling of Nicky Winmar's anti-racism stance capped an "iconic night" for the Western Bulldogs forward, coach Luke Beveridge says.
No setbacks in Papenhuyzen’s push for NRL return
Ryan Papenhuyzen says his long wait to return to the NRL is through caution rather than setbacks as he continues rehab after surgery on a shattered kneecap.
Star forward duo can’t win flag: Brisbane legend Brown
Key forward duo Eric Hipwood and Joe Daniher have not shown enough to convince Brisbane Lions champion Jonathan Brown they can challenge for the premiership.
Business as usual at Masters despite golf’s big divide
Former champion Dustin Johnson has insisted it's business as usual for the LIV Golf group after enjoying a practice round with PGA Tour players at Augusta.
Re-signed Lynagh kicking Australian rugby into gear
Tom Lynagh has extended his contract with the Queensland Reds and says tactical kicking, one of his strengths, is something Australia must get right.
LIV Golf leader Cameron Smith embraced at Masters
Australian star Cameron Smith has been buoyed by a welcome by former PGA Tour peers ahead of the Masters despite his defection to LIV Golf.
Victory stronger as ALM derby resumes 110 days later
Melbourne Victory believe they are a better team now as they prepare to resume the abandoned A-League Men derby match with Melbourne City on Wednesday.
Cowboys and Tigers reveal maiden NRLW signings
Emma Manzelmann will go down in the history books as the first-ever NRLW player for North Queensland, while Kezie Apps' move to Wests Tigers has been confirmed.
Blues aim to buck their poor form with new AFLW coach
Carlton VFL assistant coach Mathew Buck will take over the Blues' AFLW side, following their 14th-place finish last season and the axing of Daniel Harford.
New call-ups Schoupp, Flook look to learn Wallabies way
Brumbies prop Blake Schoupp and Queensland centre Josh Flook are among the new Wallabies call-ups looking forward to taking their first steps under Eddie Jones.
Tedesco inspires Titans gun Fermor in ACL recovery
Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor says "it sucks" to have suffered two ACL ruptures by the age of 24 but his determination to return to his best has not wavered.
Happiness fuels Johnson’s fire at the Warriors
Shaun Johnson has endured a tough second coming at the Warriors, but after his heroics against Cronulla the much-maligned NRL playmaker finally feels happy.
Time for Hockeyroos aspirants to step up: Powell
The Hockeyroos' road to the Paris 2024 Olympics continues with a FIH Pro League tournament in NZ, an international series against India and the Oceania Cup.
Wright feeling blessed ahead of Bells Beach swansong
Australian surfing star Owen Wright will compete for the last time at Bells Beach and says he feels lucky, despite his well-publicised head health issues.
Raiders sign NRLW premiership-winning half Temara
Canberra have snared Jillaroos half Zahara Temara from the Sydney Roosters for their inaugural NRLW season, as well as young forward Monalisa Soliola.
Jack Ginnivan back in unbeaten Magpies’ selection mix
Jack Ginnivan kicked two goals on return from suspension in the VFL, putting his hand up for an AFL recall as Collingwood prepare to take on Brisbane.
Latrell ready to respond after Demetriou tongue-lashing
South Sydney star Latrell Mitchell says Jason Demetriou's spray has got him ready to rip in against Canterbury on Good Friday.
Lazarus gives Broncos’ new offload king Haas big tick
Brisbane great Glenn Lazarus, a childhood hero of Payne Haas, says the in-form prop is leading the Broncos towards a title by adding a key string to his bow.
Australian GP admits security lapses after fan invasion
Australian Grand Prix officials have admitted to safety and security failures after fans invaded the track at Albert Park during the race.
Big Bash gets massive boost in bid to lure best talent
The Big Bash League's salary cap will increase to $3 million as part of cricket's new pay deal, while women's salaries will also sky rocket under the agreement.
Judge asks indecisive Jarryd Hayne jury to persevere
With jurors in Jarryd Hayne's sexual assault trial unable to reach a unanimous verdict after 17 hours, a judge has urged perseverance in the deliberations.