Jobless ex-NRL star avoids conviction for AVO breach
Former NSW State of Origin player James Roberts has been told to prove an AVO breach was out of character as he avoids a conviction.
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Rockliff urges caution over Ashcroft for in-sync Lions
Tom Rockliff has seen the trust and belief return to his former side as the Brisbane Lions ponder how to reintroduce fit-again young star Will Ashcroft.
Demons coach Goodwin defends May after staging fine
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has lashed critics of star Demons defender Steven May, who is "embarrassed" after being fined for staging.
Dolphin warming to sunny Redcliffe after lukewarm start
Dolphins centre Jake Averillo says the sunny Queensland weather has helped him adapt to his new home after a difficult start to his first season at Redcliffe.
Fifita backed by Tino to regain his Maroons jersey
David Fifita had a blinder for Gold Coast against the Warriors, and injured Queensland prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is backing him to return to the Maroons side.
Maroons plan Hammer and Lightning raid on NSW
Queensland are preparing to unleash fullback Reece Walsh and centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow on NSW in a State of Origin one-two punch for the ages.
De Minaur’s Wimbledon setback as Aussie qualifiers win
Three Australians have advanced to the second round of Wimbledon qualifying, as top dog Alex de Minaur suffered a rankings setback days out from the grand slam.
Maroons will Axe MCG hoodoo to repeat 1995: Gillmeister
Queensland great Trevor Gillmeister captained the Maroons to their only Origin win at the MCG in 1995 and says Daly Cherry-Evans will break the 29-year-hoodoo.
Edwards’ debut puts Penrith’s dynasty among the greats
Penrith's 2021 premiership-winning squad has joined the likes of Brisbane in the early 2000s and St George Illawarra of 2011 to have 13 State of Origin players.
Australia out of T20 World Cup after ‘dream’ Afghan win
Afghanistan have secured a historic Twenty20 World Cup semi-final berth, knocking Australia out of the tournament after an epic win over Bangladesh.
Meninga backs Tedesco but keeps close eye on Origin
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga will watch State of Origin closely, as NSW look to recreate history from 1994 at the MCG when they levelled the series.
Ken Hinkley backed to power on through the boos
Port Adelaide's mid-season slide has placed the heat on coach Ken Hinkley, with even the club's own fans booing him.
Galvin pleads for Utoikamanu to stay with him at Tigers
Lachlan Galvin is using Wests Tigers' 48-24 flogging of Canberra to convince fans he wants to stay at the club, and now wants Stefano Utoikamanu to follow suit.
‘I’ve been lacking’: Broncos’ Piakura vows to lift game
Brisbane second-rower Brendan Piakura was in the Queensland camp for Origin I but his form since has been down and he intends to fire against the Warriors.
Moses demanding best from Blues says NSW playmaker Luai
Jarome Luai says Mitchell Moses has been calling the shots in the NSW State of Origin team, taking control as the Blues try to level the series at the MCG.
Humbled Beale chuffed to be back in the Wallabies mix
Veteran utility Kurtley Beale says the carrot of 100 Test caps and the chance to play the British and Irish Lions helped keep him going during the dark times.
Hunt wants to Cook up a new deal at Dragons
St George Illawarra captain Ben Hunt is edging closer to inking a contract extension and says the signing of Damien Cook has him excited about the future.
‘Latrell not in our heads’: Hunt responds to Joey barb
Queensland hooker Ben Hunt has hit back at Andrew Johns' claims that NSW centre Latrell Mitchell has them rattled ahead of the MCG State of Origin showdown.
Legacy on the line as Latrell braces for Origin return
Latrell Mitchell returns to the NSW side at the MCG on Wednesday with the Blues down in the series and his great State of Origin legacy on the line.
Integrity body wants overhaul of AFL illicit drug code
Australia's anti-doping body has cleared the AFL of bombshell allegations, while calling for an overhaul of the league's controversial illicit drugs policy.
Little trace of Fittler’s bold Blues era start at MCG
The last time State of Origin visited Melbourne, Brad Fittler ushered in a new era of Blues with 11 NSW debutants. Very few will return for another MCG bout.
Conditions won’t dampen NSW spirits in women’s decider
NSW struggled to adapt to wet conditions in the second women's State of Origin match and more rain is forecast on the night of the decider.
Maroons prop Cotter the ‘Little Big Man’ of Origin
Queensland's Reuben Cotter is one of the smallest props the Maroons have fielded but his giant heart and motor has him ready to take on behemoth Payne Haas.
Double gold for Aussie skateboarders ahead of Paris
Keegan Palmer and Arisa Trew have stamped themselves as the skateboarders to beat at the Paris Olympics, both winning the final qualification event in Budapest.
Ex-Gold Coast high school student wins PGA Championship
South Korean Amy Yang, who finished high school on the Gold Coast, has won her maiden major at the Women's PGA Championship in Washington.
Thompson set for Wimbledon despite Queen’s injury scare
Jordan Thompson will be fit for Wimbledon after suffering an injury scare at Queen's, while seven Australian men start qualifying bids for the grass-court slam.
Scheffler outlasts Kim, green intruders for sixth title
World No.1 Scottie Scheffler has outlasted climate-change protesters and birthday buddy Tom Kim to clinch the Travelers Championship in a playoff.
Welch’s words boost Titans skipper Tino in ACL rehab
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui insists he will be back to his best after knee surgery, crediting advice from Christian Welch for his recovery.
A-League captain axed over bet-fixing scandal
Ulises Davila will no longer play for Macarthur FC after facing court accused of coaxing players into earning yellow cards in A-League matches.
Suns still unsure about King as Magpies await
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick is hopeful star forward Ben King will be passed fit to return for the Suns' clash with Collingwood at Carrara.
Dockers back their midfield unit for Sydney litmus test
Fremantle's AFL premiership credentials will receive a major test on Saturday when they take on flag favourites Sydney at the SCG.