Famous sporting moment bugged humble Landy
Former Governor of Victoria, legendary runner and famed insect collector John Landy, who died in February, has been remembered at a State Memorial Service.
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Jets look to nullify Kuol’s threat in ALM
Newcastle believe they have what it takes to stop Central Coast wonderkid Garang Kuol in Wednesday's F3 Derby.
Proteas eye de Bruyn for Boxing Day Test
South Africa skipper Dean Elgar says Theunis de Bruyn is in contention for a recall ahead of the second Test as the visitors seek a batting boost.
Bombers apologise to former CEO Thorburn
Essendon have apologised to former NAB boss Andrew Thorburn after he lasted just one day as Bombers chief executive due to his church role.
‘Bazball’ Ashes challenge excites Aussies
Australia say they won't be spooked by England's 'Bazball' in next year's Ashes and need to stay true to their own style of play.
A-Leagues clubs await Victory sanctions
A-Leagues clubs are awaiting the outcome of Football Australia's sanctions on Melbourne Victory, including how their own crowds could be affected.
ACL tear confirmed for Roar’s Hecher
Brisbane Roar forward Mariel Hecher's A-League Women season is over with confirmation she tore her anterior cruciate ligament against Western Sydney Wanderers.
Victory ALM pitch invaders given life bans
Football Australia has slapped two A-League pitch invaders with life bans, including the man alleged to have hit Melbourne City's Tom Glover with a bucket.
Lyon king of quest to be best: Vettori
Ahead of the Boxing Day Test, Daniel Vettori has explained why Nathan Lyon is dangerous wherever he plays and what sets him apart as a master of his craft.
Gabba Test pitch rated as ‘below average’
The Gabba pitch has been rated as "below average" following the first Test between Australia and South Africa ending in just two days.
Wildcats make it four NBL wins in a row
Perth Wildcats defeated Cairns Taipans for the tenth time in a row to remain in the thick of the NBL playoff race.
FA flag more bans, Victory await sanctions
The number of pitch-invading Melbourne Victory fans given life bans by Football Australia is set to hit double figures, as the club braces for heavy sanctions.
Gardner and Harris put India to sword
Australia have won the fifth T20 international against India by 54 runs thanks to a thumping 129-run fifth-wicket partnership by Ash Gardner and Grace Harris.
Warner’s batting ‘irreplaceable’: Bailey
David Warner is fighting to save his Test career, but the Australian hierarchy believe the out-of-form veteran's opening style is irreplaceable.
Barty backs Tomljanovic for AO title tilt
The nation's new women's No.1 Ajla Tomljanovic is in the form of her life and can challenge for Australian Open glory, reigning champion Ash Barty says.
Rafter backing United Cup in Brisbane
Pat Rafter says the coming United Cup in Brisbane is a step in the right direction for tennis and tips world No.1 Iga Swiatek to be a huge drawcard.
Young Dragons must lift their game: Woods
Veteran NRL forward Aaron Woods says St George Illawarra young guns such as Tyrell Sloan and Jayden Sullivan must show consistency next season.
Rabada explains Proteas batting flops
South Africa paceman Kagiso Rabada has called for patience with his team's batters after the Proteas' cheap dismissals in the two-day first Test in Brisbane.
Rafter a keen observer as Kyrgios returns
Tennis great Pat Rafter will be as keen an observer as every other fan when Nick Kyrgios breaks a three-year exile to represent Australia at the United Cup.
Sangha, Burns set to miss rest of BBL
Batters Jason Sangha and Joe Burns are both set to miss the rest of the BBL after suffering long-term injuries in the first week of the tournament.
Venus Williams nabs Aussie Open wildcard
Seven-time grand slam champion Venus Williams will make her 22nd Australian Open appearance after being awarded a wildcard into the Melbourne Park tournament.
FA sanctions loom after ALM pitch invasion
Football Australia is promising strong sanctions on Melbourne Victory fans whose pitch invasion caused injuries and the abandonment of the ALM Melbourne derby.
Gabba Test pitch comes under scrutiny
Australia's first Test against South Africa lasted just two days, with the Gabba pitch set to come under scrutiny from the International Cricket Council.
Warne to be honoured at Boxing Day Test
Shane Warne will be honoured with a series of tributes at the MCG when Australia take on South Africa in the Boxing Day Test.
Dylan Brown re-signs with NRL’s Eels
Parramatta have taken an important step towards breaking their premiership drought by signing young five-eighth Dylan Brown to a contract extension.
Victory prepare show cause notice response
Football Australia have slapped Melbourne Victory with a show cause notice over their fans' pitch invasion, with points deductions and crowd bans looming.
Phoenix lose import Zhou Qi in NBL blow
South East Melbourne are hopeful Zhou Qi will return to the NBL this season despite the towering import heading home to China for family reasons.
Argentina win World Cup after wonder final
Lionel Messi's Argentina have won the World Cup in a penalty shootout after an amazing final with France ended in a 3-3 draw after extra-time in Qatar.
Australia left with fast-bowling dilemma
Australian selectors could be faced with choosing between Scott Boland and Josh Hazlewood for the Boxing Day Test as the NSW quick looks to prove his fitness.
Di Maria in Argentina World Cup final team
Angel Di Maria will be in Argentina's starting XI for the World Cup final as Lionel Messi breaks the all-time record for most games played in the tournament.
Chalmers shines in world record relay swim
Freestyle star Kyle Chalmers has starred as Australia and the United States broke the 4x100m medley relay world short course record in a dead heat.