Austin powers Roar’s ALM finals ambition
Brisbane were short on goals and lacking voice in finishing 11th last ALM season, something they hope recruit Charlie Austin can help with.
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Bremner’s World Cup pride a juggling act
Sam Bremner is set to make her comeback for Australia at the Rugby League World Cup, having given birth twice since her last Test for the women's side.
Tomljanovic to lead Australia at BJK Cup
After a pair of grand slam quarter-final appearances this year, world No.34 Ajla Tomljanovic will lead Australia's Billie Jean King Cup finals team in Glasgow.
Ex-NRL player Scott guilty of DV assault
Former NRL player Curtis Scott has been found guilty of domestic violence offences against his ex-girlfriend, long jumper Tay-Leiha Clark.
Qld premier backs cops as DV inquiry ends
The Queensland premier admits the police force has "deep-seated" cultural issues with misogyny, sexism and racism, but those exist throughout society.
Nani set for ALM debut in Victory’s opener
Former Manchester United and Portugal star Nani has been given the green light to start in Melbourne Victory's A-League Men season opener against Sydney FC.
Wallaroos facing sea of black at Eden Park
The mighty Black Ferns and a world record 40,000 screaming fans await the Wallaroos in their World Cup opener against New Zealand on Saturday.
Scoreboard not our focus: AFLW Swans
Sydney may have kicked off their first AFLW season with six successive defeats, but co-captain Lauren Szigeti insists the scoreboard is not the team's priority.
Wallaroos craving grand World Cup stage
The Wallaroos will begin their women's rugby World Cup campaign against hosts New Zealand at a packed Eden Park, but it's England who'll start title favourites.
Players see Hannay as ready for NRL job
Valentine Holmes claims Josh Hannay is ready for a full-time head coaching job in the NRL after working with him at North Queensland and State of Origin level.
Smith embraces his T20 licence to thrill
Steve Smith says he feels no pressure ahead of the second T20 clash with West Indies and has outlined the approach he will adopt to his batting in Brisbane.
Baynes a “scary” challenge for NBL Kings
NBA champion Aron Baynes will test Sydney Kings defensive weapons Xavier Cooks and Justin Simon when the reigning NBL champions host the Brisbane Bullets.
Penrith Panthers aren’t arrogant: Cleary
Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary has dismissed claims the Panthers are arrogant in light of their buoyant premiership celebrations.
Leilua stood down, to miss RL World Cup
Luciano Leilua has been stood down under the NRL's no-fault stand-down policy, and will miss the Rugby League World Cup with Samoa as a result.
Tander fastest in Bathurst 1000 practice
Four-time Bathurst champion Garth Tander went fastest on the opening day of practice at Mount Panorama as teams adjust for forecasted wet weather in Bathurst.
NRL star Munster re-signs with Storm
NRL superstar Cameron Munster has ended months of speculation by signing a new deal to remain with the Melbourne Storm until the end of 2027.
Ex-Blue Stocker tells mental health fight
Former Carlton midfielder Liam Stocker has revealed he almost retired aged 20 after leaving the Blues' Queensland hub in 2020 amid a mental health battle.
SVG on the verge of history in Bathurst
Shane van Gisbergen could seal a historic Supercars season at Bathurst with rounds to spare as he sits one win away from the all-time Supercars season haul.
Bulls tame Tigers in Paine’s comeback
Tim Paine fell for six in his first-class cricket return as Queensland dominated Tasmania on day one of their Sheffield Shield clash in Brisbane.
Liveris wary of Gabba budget blowout
The cost of redeveloping Brisbane's Gabba to serve as the 2032 Olympic stadium remains a sticking point, as organisers put their first contract out to tender.
Penrith celebration not the Eels way: Lane
Parramatta players say they were not offended by Penrith's NRL premiership celebrations, but say they would have acted differently.
Lions urge Daniher to lift defensive game
Brisbane have urged star forward Joe Daniher to lift the defensive side of his game to help the Lions become genuine AFL premiership contenders.
Henry still hopeful of Geelong AFL switch
Collingwood forward Ollie Henry's manager has rejected suggestions of bad blood with the Magpies but remains hopeful his client will move to Geelong.
Kangaroos not fussed by Pacific nation League defectors: Cherry-Evans
Australia's players claim they remain in the best position to defend their World Cup crown despite a State of Origin-calibre 17 opting to play elsewhere.
Munster admits joining Bennett’s Dolphins would be a “nice challenge”
Cameron Munster planned to have his NRL future sorted before the Rugby League World Cup, but that now won't happen with the star five-eighth still undecided.
Opportunity beckons for Australian sport
Australian Sports Commission CEO Kieren Perkins says a 10-year window of major events is a chance to set the nation up for long-term success.
Sport must reflect Aust society: Perkins
Australian Sports Commission chief executive Kieren Perkins says he will have failed if the country's Olympic team is not more diverse at the 2032 Games.
Success key as Brisbane seeks Games brand
Performance on the field of play will be the measure of Olympic success, Kieren Perkins says, as Brisbane 2032 begins its search for a Games brand.
Women’s players unsure of pay for RLWC
Australia's women are yet to learn what they will be paid to play in the Rugby League World Cup, despite entering their final weeks of preparation for the tour.
City’s Jamieson set for 300th ALM game
Melbourne City captain Scott Jamieson is the A-League Men's chief antagonist but hopes he'll be remembered as a good person as he hits the 300-game mark.
Rookie Daniels sharp in first NBA look
Australian Dyson Daniels scored 15 points and added five rebounds, three steals and two blocks in his first outing for New Orleans in the NBA pre-season.