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Rebuilt Ballymore back in business as home of Wallaroos
The redeveloped Ballymore, set to be the home of the Wallaroos as well as the Queensland Reds' high-performance program, has been officially opened.
Gordon ready if Wallabies debut comes in Pretoria
Playmaker Carter Gordon isn't shying away from the prospect of making his debut when the Wallabies travel to South Africa to start the Rugby Championship.
Rory Lobb ready for heat from former Dockers teammates
Rory Lobb was the focus of Fremantle's attention in their last meeting and the Western Bulldogs tall is ready for another attack from his former teammates.
Penrith’s Leniu could be Fittler’s Origin answer
After two devastating State of Origin losses plagued by bench mismanagement, Penrith's Spencer Leniu looms as a possible saviour for the Blues.
‘Unacceptable’ Walsh will learn lesson: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says the Broncos will help No.1 Reece Walsh improve his behaviour after the fullback was hit with a three-week suspension.
Rowell, Daicos graduate to become AFL’s Yin Yang rivals
Bulldozing Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell and Collingwood ace Nick Daicos have graduated from schoolyard teammates to AFL rivals.
Blues star Curnow thriving despite knee issues
Carlton spearhead Charlie Curnow says he will need to manage knee soreness for the rest of his career but the Coleman medallist is flying despite the pain.
Extended AFL mid-season bye period here to stay
The AFL has dismissed calls to trim the mid-season bye period back to one or two weeks, following an extended four-week stretch this year.
Wallaroos feel they’re chipping away at Black Ferns
Ahead of their Pacific Four Series clash, the Wallaroos feel they're getting closer to breaking the 23-game losing streak against world champions New Zealand.
Pickett back in Tigers side to face Brisbane
Richmond utility Marlion Pickett will return to AFL action against the Brisbane Lions in round 16 after being granted bail by a Perth court earlier this month.
Smith and Head put Australia in full control at Lord’s
Australia have gone to stumps at 5-339 on day one of the second Ashes Test at Lord's, after a blazing 77 from Travis Head and with Steve Smith still in on 85.
Bairstow hailed ‘a hero’ after halting pitch protesters
Australia and England players stopped protesters from wrecking the Lord's wicket in the second Test, with even the British PM hailing Jonny Bairstow's actions.
Suns in for Long haul to AFL finals as Magpies loom
Recruit Ben Long has reflected on a moment in Darwin he thinks could be pivotal in Gold Coast's hunt for a maiden AFL finals campaign.
Tigers easy prey for Lions in Gabba mauling
Brisbane's midfield set the tone and goal-kickers queued up for a piece of the action as the Lions thrashed Richmond by 81 points at the Gabba.
Aussie trio make final round of Wimbledon qualifiers
Aussies Storm Hunter, Olivia Gadecki and Marc Polmans have battled into the final round of qualifying, each just a match away from the Wimbledon main draw.
Dolphins’ Kaufusi ‘won’t cross line’ in Broncos clash
Dolphins hitman Felise Kaufusi, known as 'Phin Diesel', says he will target his aggression against the Broncos and not get himself in hot water with officials.
Reynolds targets Broncos title, contract extension
Having etched his name indelibly into South Sydney's history in 2014, next on Adam Reynolds' bucket list is leading a premiership-winning side at Brisbane.
Cats forward Rohan high on confidence for Swans clash
Gary Rohan's positive response to his shocking collision with Jeremy Cameron has given the Geelong speedster a confidence boost ahead of the clash with Sydney.
Warriors keen to step up again as Souths come to town
Andrew Webster's in-form Warriors will host South Sydney in round 18, looking to consolidate their top-four status against the misfiring Rabbitohs.
Pressure to perform still there: Carlton coach Voss
Even after a morale-boosting victory before the bye, Carlton coach Michael Voss admits the pressure remains firmly on at Ikon Park.
Test favourite Boland signs with Stars in Big Bash
Paceman Scott Boland will spend the next three summers playing for Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League when he is not on Test duty.
Storm’s fit-again Munster ready to tackle Panthers
Following illness, Cameron Munster is a certainty to suit up for the Storm as they look to wrest the NRL ladder lead from Penrith in a Marvel Stadium clash.
Door slightly ajar for Raider Wighton’s Origin return
Canberra star Jack Wighton still won't rule out backtracking on his representative football retirement and returning to the NSW State of Origin setup next year.
Richmond concede star forward Lynch could miss season
Richmond are prepared to keep Tom Lynch sidelined for the remainder of the AFL campaign as the star forward makes a steady return after breaking his right foot.
Hammer’s Dolphins switch, O’Sullivan puts demons to bed
Dolphins halfback Sean O'Sullivan has full confidence in his body ahead of facing Brisbane as Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow moves to centre and Kodi Nikorima to No.1.
AFL not ready to hand West Coast a priority pick
West Coast have won just three of their last 40 games, prompting discussion around whether the fallen power club deserve draft assistance from the AFL.
‘Brutal’ Origin axing won’t hurt star Shark Nicho Hynes
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says halfback Nicho Hynes remains ready to deliver for NSW despite being controversially culled from their Origin II line-up.
Eagles coach Adam Simpson digs in amid fan outrage
West Coast coach Adam Simpson is adamant he's the right man to lead the club's rebuild, despite fans of the AFL's bottom side calling for him to step aside.
Storm’s Munster to face Penrith despite ongoing illness
Melbourne are confident Cameron Munster will be available for their blockbuster clash with Penrith despite the star playmaker still battling illness.
King’s call to arms as Suns experience AFL deja vu
Ben King is relishing the sense of occasion and feels opportunity is knocking on Gold Coast's door ahead of a crucial fortnight of AFL fixtures for the club.