Campfire honesty sessions got Blues on track: Cerra
AFL preliminary finalists Carlton are reaping the benefits of the hard conversations had at a mid-season campfire that turned their season around.
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Jones says Wallabies will embrace Wales Cup challenge
Following their Fiji shock, Wallabies coach Eddie Jones is embracing the challenge of a do-or-die match, with their World Cup hopes on the line against Wales.
Payne management has key Lion in race for prelim
Brisbane Lions defender Jack Payne remains in doubt for the AFL preliminary final, ankle trouble restricting him to light duties at open training.
Leniu’s study of Melbourne prop to play out in prelim
Penrith prop Spencer Leniu describes Nelson Asofa-Solomona as Melbourne's "really big scary guy", and one he has been studying since high school.
‘Blew them out of water’: Haas lethal as teen Warrior
Broncos prop Payne Haas was contracted to the Warriors as a teenager and left a lasting mark on former coach Andrew McFadden and seasoned forwards he monstered.
Storm centre Olam enjoying unexpected return for finals
Melbourne centre Justin Olam thought he was no chance of a return to the Storm's line-up come finals time after a brutal axing in July.
Ex-Diamond Pitman quits international netball
Former Diamond Chelsea Pitman, a tournament winner with Australia and England, has retired from international netball to focus on trying to start a family.
Reece Walsh credits daughter Leila for Broncos success
Broncos No.1 Reece Walsh, 21, is a young father and he says his daughter Leila has helped him stay calm and grounded amid a whirlwind of adulation.
NBL star Webster in trouble for rainbow flag tweet
NBL star Corey Webster has apologised for an offensive social media comment concerning the LGBTQI+ community.
Carlton star Curnow ready to step up in Lions prelim
Carlton star Charlie Curnow is keen to deliver in the AFL preliminary final against Brisbane after kicking just two goals across the opening two finals.
Majority of coaches opposed to NRLW expansion in 2024
Most NRLW coaches do not believe the league is ready to go to 12 teams in 2024, fearing the competition is not ready to grow again.
Storm star Hughes hopeful of return for Panthers prelim
Melbourne star Jahrome Hughes has made promising progress as he races the clock to return for the Storm's preliminary final against Penrith.
Referee Klein’s finals fate won’t hinge on Storm errors
NRL football boss Graham Annesley can't make any promises over Ashley Klein's hopes of officiating in the preliminary finals.
McLachlan lauds ‘compelling’ AFL grand final narratives
Outgoing AFL boss Gillon McLachlan believes the stage is perfectly set for next week's grand final, with four remaining teams each offering a different story.
‘No regret’: Former Warrior Walsh paved way for Charnze
Brisbane's Reece Walsh intends to end the season of his former club but his Broncos return worked out for him and Warriors No.1 Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad.
State funeral for Barassi as AFL weighs up renaming cup
Calls are growing for the AFL to rename the premiership cup after football legend Ron Barassi, who will be farewelled at a state funeral.
Cricket star denies ‘stealthing’ woman during sex
A Sydney woman was in complete shock when Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka allegedly removed his condom during sex.
Brisbane hero Voss plots Lions’ Gabba demise as a Blue
Michael Voss returns to his field of glory, the Gabba, plotting the downfall of his old club Brisbane as 'a Carlton person' in Saturday's AFL preliminary final.
Cleary hurts finger but Penrith backs halves to play
Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary are expected to play in Penrith's NRL preliminary final against Melbourne despite injury concerns.
Crichton buoyed on by Ciraldo’s long days at Bulldogs
Stephen Crichton is happy hearing reports Canterbury players believe they are being pushed too hard, insistent it is the only way his future club will improve.
Broncos academy reaps rewards with Walsh and company
The home-grown Broncos brought 14 of their 17-man side through their junior pathways academy system after identifying their talents early and nurturing them.
Warriors can weaponise pressure in NRL prelim: Johnson
The Warriors are carrying the hopes of a nation on their shoulders but Shaun Johnson believes the semi-final win shows they can use that pressure positively.
Kuss seals Vuelta as Aussie Groves grabs points triumph
Sepp Kuss has sealed a memorable and unexpected Vuelta a Espana triumph in Spain while Australian Kaden Groves made history by taking the points green jersey.
Wallabies fall to Fiji in World Cup horror show
The Wallabies have crashed to their first ever Rugby World Cup loss to Fiji, the 22-15 defeat putting Australia in grave danger of missing the quarter-finals.
Snapshot for round three of the AFLW season
A look at round three of the AFLW season as North Melbourne, Melbourne and Adelaide maintained their unbeaten starts and a snake took centre stage in Sydney.
Lions’ eyes on AFLW leaders after Sydney belting
Brisbane have continued their strong AFLW form with a 55-point victory over Sydney but next face a bigger test against ladder leaders North Melbourne.
Indigenous rugby league pioneer Lionel Morgan dies
The first Indigenous player to represent Australia in rugby league, Lionel Morgan, has died aged 85.
Travis Head to miss first half of Aussie World Cup bid
Marnus Labuschagne is set to join the World Cup squad with injured Travis Head's availability in doubt on a day when Australia cracked again in South Africa.
Melbourne Knights to play Roar in Australia Cup semis
Melbourne Knights will host Brisbane Roar in the Australia Cup semi-finals while Melbourne City will welcome Sydney FC.
Stanton stands up again in Suns’ AFLW win over Magpies
Remodelled forward Jamie Stanton kicked three goals and Lucy Single limited Bri Davey's impact as Gold Coast posted a 12-point win over Collingwood.
Broncos’ Arthars regains mojo after Warriors loan year
Brisbane winger Jesse Arthars says a year with the Warriors in 2022 remains "a cherished memory" that also helped him find his best form on his Broncos return.