Winless Hawks could use ‘wake-up call’: Dunstall
Hawthorn face a torrid week on the training track ahead of a clash with North Melbourne that features the AFL's two remaining winless teams.
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AFL chair backs ‘strong stance’ on Finlayson, Clarkson
The AFL sent a "very strong signal" in its response to homophobic comments made by Jeremy Finlayson and Alastair Clarkson, the league's chairman insists.
Pies building AFL flag case ahead of Power test: Daicos
Nick Daicos believes Collingwood have steadied the ship in their AFL premiership defence but knows they face a huge test against Port Adelaide in round six.
Lawrie concedes Flanagan could easily have axed him
St George Illawarra prop Blake Lawrie has made a scathing assessment of his own form, admitting he would have had no qualms if dropped by Shane Flanagan.
Vaulter Marschall avoids serious injury
Australian pole vault star Kurtis Marschall has avoided serious injury in a fall at the national championships..
Stuart, Hasler trade barbs in NRL ‘cheating’ saga
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart and Gold Coast boss Des Hasler have had a heated disagreement over the refereeing in the Raiders' golden point win on Sunday night.
Souths’ spiral continues while Raider teens make magic
A look at round six in the NRL, where South Sydney slumped to another defeat and the Brisbane Broncos asserted their local dominance.
Tigers of old return to frustrate Marshall
The Wests Tigers have returned to their old ways in the 24-12 loss to St George Illawarra, in what Benji Marshall described as their worst performance of 2024.
Crows’ Crouch faces one-game ban for front-on conduct
Adelaide have had an unhappy post-script to their upset AFL win over Carlton, with Matt Crouch facing a one-game ban for forceful front-on contact.
New-look Lightning thump Swifts in Super Netball
Sunshine Coast Lightning's Cara Koenen and Steph Fretwell have combined with prized recruits Liz Watson and Courtney Bruce in a 16-goal win over the NSW Swifts.
Lomax stars on wing again as Dragons ease past Tigers
Zac Lomax may not like his shift to the wing at St George Illawarra, but it paid dividends again as he helped the Dragons beat Wests Tigers 24-12.
Geelong, GWS remain undefeated after round five in AFL
A snapshot of the action from round five in the AFL as Geelong recorded a 5-0 start to their season for the first time since 2017.
City smash Perth 8-0 to stay firmly in ALM finals race
Melbourne City are within one point of the A-League Men top six after smashing cellar dwellars Perth Glory 8-0 at AAMI Park.
Hollingsworth among four Olympic rookies for Paris
Claudia Hollingsworth and Chris Mitrevski are among four Olympic first-timers to gain early berths in the Australian squad.
Geelong to regain Dangerfield, Hawkins for Gabba trip
Star forward Jeremy Cameron has kicked six goals in undefeated Geelong's 75-point thumping of struggling North Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium.
Never a penalty: Johns speaks up as Aloiai faces ban
Support has come from an unexpected quarter for Josh Aloiai as he contemplates a ban to go with the late penalty that cost Manly victory against the Warriors.
Emma Raducanu leads Britain into BJK Cup finals
Britain have clinched a surprise place alongside Australia in the Billie Jean King Cup finals, Emma Raducanu leading their charge against fancied France.
May commits to Roosters as long-term front row firms
Front-rower Terrell May has agreed a two-year deal that will keep him at the Sydney Roosters until 2026.
Scheffler rides luck to grab Masters third-round lead
World No.1 Scottie Scheffler is within grasp of a second green jacket in three years after claiming a one-stroke lead entering the final round of the Masters.
Davis rides roller-coaster to stay in Masters mix
Australian golf stars Cam Davis and Cameron Smith remain in Masters contention, but will need to stage a final-round comeback at Augusta National.
Gutted Mitchell flags training changes after Suns slump
Coach Sam Mitchell was a shattered man after Hawthorn's 53-point loss to Gold Coast left him with an 0-5 record and a growing list of issues to address.
Sivo in limbo as Eels’ new edge impresses Arthur
Maika Sivo looks set for more time in reserve grade after Parramatta's new-look left edge impressed Brad Arthur in the win over North Queensland.
Spirited Souths effort buys Demetriou more time
Jason Demetriou has been spared the immediate axe at South Sydney, as five-eighth Cody Walker insists the players are still fighting for the embattled coach.
Lancaster hat-trick helps Rebels roll Highlanders
Super Rugby Pacific dark horses Melbourne have won a third straight match, downing the Highlanders with the help of a hat-trick from winger Darby Lancaster.
Fresh-faced Suns power rout of winless Hawks
Gold Coast's rookies and midfield have impressed as the Suns suffocated Hawthorn in a 53-point AFL thumping in Carrara.
Sydney book ALM finals spot with late winner over WSW
Jaiden Kucharski has helped Sydney FC cement an A-League Men finals spot with a late goal in the 2-1 derby win over the Wanderers.
Demetriou expects to hang on as coach after Souths loss
Embattled coach Jason Demetriou expects to lead South Sydney in their next game against Melbourne, despite the a 34-22 loss to Cronulla adding more pressure.
Thunderbirds are go: Adelaide squeak to winning start
Adelaide's Jamaican trio have stood tall as the reigning champions survived a one-goal heart-stopper against the Queensland Firebirds.
Crows rally to beat Blues for first win of the season
Adelaide have kicked the last three goals to beat Carlton by two points for their first win of 2024, in a pulsating clash that featured 15 lead changes.
Pressure off Eels but Dylan Brown faces nervous wait
Parramatta have scored a much-needed win over North Queensland but Dylan Brown faces a nervous wait after going on report for a high tackle.
Rebels upset Fijian Drua to break Super W drought
With the club's future uncertain, Melbourne have bagged their second ever Super W win with a rousing 34-21 victory over two-time champions Fijian Drua.