Ex-NRL player Robati set to face trial on rape charges
Former Brisbane Broncos second-rower Teui 'TC' Robati will face a trial in July after an alleged assault of a woman in a Brisbane bar in December 2022.
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Australian cricket loses two of its star umpires
Veteran umpires Bruce Oxenford and Paul Wilson say the time is right to step down from their roles at Cricket Australia following their lengthy careers.
Nawaqanitawase in doubt for Waratahs’ Super Round clash
Sydney Roosters-bound X-factor winger Mark Nawaqanitawase is a doubtful starter for the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Super Round clash with the champion Crusaders.
‘Scapegoat’ Powell-Pepper suspended for four AFL games
Port Adelaide forward Sam Powell-Pepper has received a four-game AFL suspension for a high bump on Adelaide defender Mark Keane.
Stosur’s big call for Brisbane Billie Jean King Cup tie
Sam Stosur faces a telling selection call as Australia's new Billie Jean King Cup captain prepares for an April qualification tie against Mexico in Brisbane.
Mikaele makes every post a winner in new Cowboys home
After fleeting stints at Wests Tigers, Gold Coast and in the Super League, North Queensland's new enforcer Thomas Mikaele hopes he has found his forever home.
Australia look to rebound in rare trans-Tasman Test
Steve Smith will continue as Australia opener in the first Test in Wellington, with Pat Cummins also confirming the same XI from the West Indies series.
Keary planned on finishing up before signing new deal
Luke Keary has confirmed his new one-year extension at the Sydney Roosters, after initially thinking 2024 would be his final season in the NRL.
Micheluzzi eyeing another Order of Merit title
David Micheluzzi is well placed to become the first man in 33 years to win back-to-back Australasian PGA Tour Order of Merit crowns.
Wolfpack-like club best hope for NRL in America: coach
The man who coached Toronto Wolfpack to Super League promotion believes more trans-Atlantic teams are rugby league's best hope of cracking the American market.
Brisbane Lions let go of AFL grand final baggage
Brisbane co-captain Harris Andrews believes the Lions have been able to celebrate their 2023 season rather than dwell completely on the grand final loss.
Arthur pep talk gives Cartwright an Eels reality check
Bryce Cartwright has started the year on fire after an excellent 2023 and credits a personal challenge from coach Brad Arthur for lighting a fire in his belly.
Injured Kerr still helps stand-in skipper Catley
Matildas stand-in captain Steph Catley is still leaning on injured skipper Sam Kerr as she leads Australia to the verge of Olympic qualification.
How ‘healed’ Broncos can rebound from 2023 GF nightmare
Brisbane players of 2015 were haunted for years by their golden point grand final loss but current players say that won't be the case for the class of 2023.
Penrith’s Mitch Kenny to cop ban over social media post
Penrith will be without first-choice hooker Mitch Kenny for the first game of the 2024 season after he received a ban for a controversial social media post.
Daicos, De Goey fire in Magpies’ AFL practice match
Collingwood shrugged off some first-quarter rust to overcome Richmond by 30 points in their final practice match before starting their premiership defence.
McStay hopes to return from knee injury this AFL season
While Collingwood forward Daniel McStay makes solid progress after his knee reconstruction, St Kilda star Jack Sinclair is unsure about his calf injury.
Man arrested after woman shot in leg getting into car
A man has been arrested a week after a woman was shot in the leg as she was getting into a car north of Brisbane.
‘Monster’ Leapai’s exciting problem ahead of pro debut
Teenage boxing sensation Alex Leapai has made such a statement ahead of his professional debut that his corner are struggling to find him a sparring partner.
Chooks axe Crichton, Souths blood 28yo rookie in Vegas
Angus Crichton has been dropped by the Sydney Roosters after a summer plagued by speculation over his long-term future at the club.
Rebels out to rebound after horror Super round-one loss
Melbourne aren't blaming their off-field struggles for a heavy opening loss to the Brumbies and are determined to bounce back against the Force in Super Round.
Hold off NRLW expansion until 2026, says NSW coach
NSW State of Origin coach Kylie Hilder has called for the NRL to wait until 2026 to expand the women's competition to 12 teams, one year later than expected.
Suns’ Swallow yearning for unknown AFL finals feeling
David Swallow enters a 14th season with Gold Coast chasing a maiden finals appearance, optimistic their talented list and a new coach can "get the place going".
Farnworth limps off at training as Dolphins hold breath
The Dolphins have been rocked again with England centre Herbie Farnworth limping out of training with a knee injury, days after losing Tom Gilbert for the year.
Matildas determined not to let Olympics chance slip
The Matildas finished fourth at both the Tokyo Olympics and home Women's World Cup and are determined to ensure their Paris campaign ends with a medal.
Top Cat Guthrie to miss eight weeks due to injury
Influential Geelong midfielder Cam Guthrie will be sidelined least eight weeks because of a thigh injury.
Smith at ease with T20 World Cup fate as Tests loom
Steve Smith's future as a T20 batter for Australia seems over, but he is embracing his role as a Test opener ahead of the first five-day game with New Zealand.
No Bangladesh for Jonassen but selectors keep door open
Jess Jonassen has been omitted from Australia's 15-player squad to tour Bangladesh, where Tayla Vlaeminck could play her first international match since 2022.
Smith up for Wagner battle, at ease with World Cup fate
Steve Smith's future as a T20 opener for Australia seems over, but he is embracing his role as a Test opener ahead of the first five-day game with New Zealand.
Tigers captain Nankervis no certainty for AFL opener
Captain Toby Nankervis is no certainty to play in Richmond's AFL season opener but would be rapt if that opens the door for Sam Naismith's Tigers debut.
Mam wants more key Broncos to re-sign with Walters next
Brisbane's Ezra Mam says keeping the band of Broncos together is a priority and in the wake of Adam Reynolds' re-signing, a new deal for Billy Walters is next.