The Warriors youngster touted to be the next Benji
Leka Halasima could become the first Warrior in history to win Dally M Rookie of the Year, but that might just be the beginning for the talented forward.
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All the way: Broncos win over ‘Axe’ with new resolve
Brisbane great Trevor Gillmeister insists the side's recent win over Melbourne showcased the defensive mindset that can win the title.
New A-Leagues fixture moves on from Western United woes
The A-Leagues fixture for the upcoming 2025/26 men's and women's seasons has been revealed after embattled Western United were placed in hibernation.
Hardie joins list of injured Aussie quicks
Aaron Hardie has become the latest fast bowler to be ruled out of the Australia A tour of India, after suffering a shoulder injury in state training.
The ‘complex’ captaincy call that Bombers must make
One Essendon great can't see Zach Merrett continuing as captain after his meeting with Hawthorn, while the Bombers concede they face a difficult situation.
‘Won’t go there’: Picklum on chasing Gilmore’s record
With the stakes and swell continually rising, surfer Molly Picklum can't help but laugh when she entertains the idea of matching Steph Gilmore's title haul.
‘Lean into it’: wounded Lion’s semi-final inspiration
Jarrod Berry is confident his strapped-up shoulder can withstand a torrid time when Queensland rivals Gold Coast come for Brisbane in a historic AFL semi-final.
‘Win-win’: Wallabies and Roosters great hails code swap
A former teenage Wallaby turned dual Sydney Roosters premiership winner is hailing the cross-code transitions of Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and Mark Nawaqanitawase.
Broncos guardian: How Staggs became keeper of flame
Once a wild child, Brisbane's Kotoni Staggs has transformed his life and become the caretaker of a jersey he wants to win a title in to honour past greats.
Tunas and chooks: Katoa ready to stop two-metre flyer
Cronulla flyer Sione Katoa once spent 150 minutes battling a two-metre tuna on the water, now he's ready to combat a two-metre Rooster in the air in NRL finals.
Bulldogs roll the dice with shock bench switch
Coach Cameron Ciraldo says the decision to drop Reed Mahoney and recall Toby Sexton is a tough call but is best for the Bulldogs in their Melbourne final.
Text leak claims top Liberal as ‘women problem’ returns
A Liberal heavyweight has quit after his WhatsApp messages about women were leaked ahead of leaders and party faithful gathering for a key meeting.
Bombs away as Storm ready for Bulldogs aerial threat
Coach Craig Bellamy has his team ready for an aerial assault in their NRL final, again bringing out a machine named after big-kicking Bulldog Matt Burton.
Postecoglou confirmed as Forest’s new manager
After Nottingham Forest's sacking of Nuno Espirito Santo, Australia's Ange Postecoglou has been confirmed as the club's new manager.
Star ruckman cites injury woes for quitting Essendon
Ruckman Sam Draper has officially walked out on Essendon, with the 26-year-old tipped to join Brisbane next season.
Critics be damned: Konstas makes key tweak before Ashes
Sam Konstas heads to India oblivious to outside noise and criticism as he ditches social media and confirms his determination to play his way with no regrets.
Sleep-deprived Hynes’ relief as ‘common sense’ prevails
Cronulla star Nicho Hynes has spoken of his difficult 24 hours before the NRL dramatically rescinded a ban that would have ruled him out of finals week one.
Wallabies playmaker gets concussion test green light
Wallabies No.10 Tom Lynagh has passed further concussion testing but is still being monitored for an injury issue before the second clash with Argentina.
Giants pair eye exit door after finals heartbreak
GWS pair Leek Aleer and Jacob Wehr are set to depart the club following the Giants' tough elimination final loss to Hawthorn.
Popovic expects more ‘confident and positive’ Socceroos
Tony Popovic wasn't satisfied with the Socceroos' 1-0 win over New Zealand but has reason to expect a better performance in their second match.
Bulldog reveals six-week mould infestation battle
Canterbury's Max King has lifted the lid on how a mould infestation at home affected his physical state as the prop looks to lead the Bulldogs' finals charge.
Pressure is a privilege: Walsh targets Broncos legacy
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has opened up on the mindset that is driving his career-best form on the field and when no-one else is watching.
‘Thank God’: Hawks forward winning confidence battle
One of the heroes of Hawthorn's elimination final win over GWS has spoken candidly of his struggles with self-confidence.
Initial AFL rejection still driving Hawks gun
Jai Newcombe was overlooked by every AFL club before Hawthorn took a punt on him in the mid-season draft, and the move is paying serious dividends.
NRL open to another Sunday shift in finals schedule
The NRL have moved a week-two semi-final to a Sunday for the first time since 2007, and a day-time preliminary final in week three remains a possibility.
Broncos forward joins Manly on four-year deal
Brisbane warrior Kobe Hetherington has signed with Manly from next year until the end of 2029 and his manager has revealed why.
Dolphins star to miss Pacific Cup with knee injury
Dolphins try-scoring machine Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow will miss the Pacific Championships with Samoa after scans revealed a serious MCL injury.
Hawks face finals shake-up with key forward ruled out
Mitch Lewis kicked four goals in the VFL and could be recalled for Hawthorn's semi-final against Adelaide after Calsher Dear was ruled out.
Gould, Ciraldo ink huge Dogs deals, eye Crichton boost
Canterbury are closing in on a new deal for captain Stephen Crichton after extending the contracts of Cameron Ciraldo and Phil Gould until 2031.
Mitchell braces for tough call if Hawks reach decider
Calsher Dear is out of Hawthorn's semi-final against Adelaide with a hamstring injury but the key forward could yet return to play a role in the AFL finals.
AFL coaches unconvinced on merits of last disposal rule
AFL football performance boss Greg Swann is set to recommend a 'last disposal' rule to the AFL Commission but coaches aren't sure the change is necessary.