Lion Eric Hipwood signs on until 2029
Brisbane Lions forward Eric Hipwood has signed a six-year contract extension, and has his sights set on helping his only AFL club to a premiership.
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Archer mentor spots Labuschagne concern
The man who mentored Jofra Archer as a teen in Barbados claims the England quick would've taken note of Alzarri Joseph's bouncer barrage at Marnus Labuschagne.
Djokovic locks in Adelaide tennis return
Nine-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic will play the Adelaide International before a return to Melbourne a year after his controversial deportation.
Smith happy to captain in Cummins’ absence
Steve Smith is happy to only be a one-off captain for Australia after Pat Cummins failed to beat a quad injury in time to play in the Adelaide Test.
Fleming rekindles career for royal rumble
Paul Fleming had retired from boxing but is now just three wins from a world title, the Indigenous talent captivating with his moves in and out of the ring.
Shiels hungry for more AFL at Kangaroos
A pitch from former Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson to combine recruiting and playing at North Melbourne convinced Liam Shiels to backflip on retirement plans.
Adam Simpson reaches out to Clarkson
The results of an independent investigation will determine whether new North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson will remain at the helm for next season.
Dolphins target Niu ahead of NRL debut
The Dolphins are in the market to add more strike power to their backline, with coach Wayne Bennett confirming talks are ongoing with Broncos fullback Tesi Niu.
Brimson’s motivation as Titans eye rise
AJ Brimson, who will dedicate the NRL season to a fallen mate, has analysed the Titans' poor recent form and identified some fixes with new recruit Kieran Foran
World Cup wonder Goodwin happy at Adelaide
Socceroos winger Craig Goodwin enjoyed a stellar World Cup but plans to stay at A-League Men club Adelaide United rather than chase another overseas move.
Bennett explains why he signed Nicholls
Veteran prop Mark Nicholls was signed by Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett to set the bar high from day one about what the new NRL club stands for.
Warner drops bid to lift leadership ban
Australian cricketer David Warner has dropped his bid to have his captaincy ban lifted, hitting out at the process an independent review panel chose to follow.
Goodwin keen on Roar return in ALM
After starring at the World Cup for the Socceroos, Adelaide United skipper Craig Goodwin is keen to feature against the Brisbane Roar on his ALM return.
Warner agent claims players told to tamper
David Warner's manager has claimed Australian players were given clearance to tamper with the ball by unnamed officials some 16 months before the 2018 scandal.
Stosur, Hewitt to captain ‘hyped up’ Cup
Sam Stosur will be a playing co-captain for Australia in the maiden United Cup mixed tennis event that will debut in three cities across the country next month.
Giro winner Hindley to ride Adelaide Tour
Australian cycling star Jai Hindley and Great Britain's Chris Froome have committed to the January 14-22 Tour Down Under in Adelaide.
Pink-ball cricket Tests at critical point
Pink-ball Tests were meant to be part of the future of Test cricket, but it has been more than four years since one was held outside of Australia or India.
Nyika’s off-beat sanctuary for title shot
David Nyika could have set up base anywhere in the world, but has chosen Noel Thornberry's backyard gym in Gatton, Queensland for his boxing world title push.
Siosifa Talakai extends Sharks contract
Cronulla have handed Siosifa Talakai a new three-year deal to keep him at Sharks until the end of 2026.
ALM clubs bid to build on WC success
Clubs hope the return of Australia's national team players can be a springboard for re-energising the A-League Men as the competition resumes.
Bronco Mam bulks up for No.6 battle
Brisbane teenager Ezra Mam has competition for the starting five-eighth jersey next year and has packed on the kilos in a bid to add to his defensive clout.
Storm Academy designed to boost locals
Melbourne have launched a Storm Academy, with a dozen youngsters training alongside their NRL crop with the goal of boosting the number of homegrown players.
Mavs rave as Green stars in Phoenix rout
Australian Josh Green's breakout NBA season has continued, shooting six-from-seven to finish with 16 points in Dallas's 19-point defeat of Phoenix.
Cricket risks LIV Golf moment: Maxwell
Injured Australian white-ball star Glenn Maxwell has pleaded for authorities to look after local players or risk an overseas exodus to cashed-up T20 leagues.
Young gun Walker extends Roosters stay
Talented playmaker Sam Walker has signed a new deal with the Sydney Roosters, extending his time with the club until 2025.
Swepson hopes BBL form sparks India trip
Legspinner Mitch Swepson has his heart set on touring India with Australia next year - after he shines for the Brisbane Heat in the upcoming BBL.
MCG-like wicket to suit Boland in Adelaide
Nathan Lyon says the MCG wicket Scott Boland has had success on is similar to the one likely to be used in Adelaide for the Test against West Indies.
Handscomb still hopeful of India Test call
A Test call-up for Australia's tour of India next year remains front-of-mind for Peter Handscomb after he signed a new BBL deal with the Melbourne Renegades.
Cycling young gun Plapp targetting Paris
Geelong's Citroen Bay Classic criterium series will start a big year of racing for Australian cyclist Luke Plapp as he builds towards the Paris Olympics.
Saints’ King to miss start of AFL season
Ross Lyon will start his first season back at St Kilda without key forward Max King, who requires a left shoulder reconstruction following a mishap at training.
Lions additions drive AFL grand final aim
Chris Fagan admits Brisbane's off-season AFL recruitment could not have gone any better and has welcomed the renewed pressure of expectation for 2023.