AFL issues lifetime bans in ongoing racism battle
Nine AFL supporters have been banned for life under a new zero-tolerance approach to racist behaviour at the football and on social media.
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Reynolds: Broncos’ best player Walsh ready for Origin
Brisbane skipper Adam Reynolds has helped Reece Walsh find his best NRL form and it has meant reining in his desire to be involved in everything.
Fagan hails ‘tougher’ Lions after crushing Carlton
The Brisbane Lions are a "tougher" team than they have been in the past, coach Chris Fagan says.
Carlton’s Newman offered AFL ban for elbow on Neale
Carlton defender Nic Newman has been offered a one-game suspension after appearing to elbow Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale during the Blues' 26-point loss.
Hunt affirms commitment to Dragons, open to hooker role
St George Illawarra's Ben Hunt is open to remaining at hooker if the switch plays the Dragons into form and has affirmed his commitment to the struggling club.
Warriors unfazed by Tigers’ interest in Shaun Johnson
The Wests Tigers have Kiwi veteran Shaun Johnson in their recruiting sights but Warriors coach Andrew Webster is not feeling threatened by their interest.
AOC seeks funding to boost prospects at home Games
The Australian Olympic Committee is calling for more funding for their member sports as they look to nurture athletes for the Queensland Games in 2032.
Foran gets green light for Titans as Meninga pays visit
Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook says the players have been boosted by a visit from Mal Meninga ahead of their Magic Round clash with Parramatta.
Victorious Cats hoping Dangerfield injury ‘minor’
Geelong superstar Patrick Dangerfield has suffered an injury to his left hamstring in the Cats' workmanlike 26-point AFL win against Adelaide at GMHBA Stadium.
Prestia breathes life into Tigers’ AFL season
Richmond midfielder Dion Prestia has kicked three crucial goals in a 46-point win over West Coast, who lost promising youngster Jai Culley to a knee injury.
Penrith ease pressure with hard-fought Magic Round win
Penrith's two-game NRL losing streak has come to an end, with fullback Dylan Edwards inspiring his side to a 18-6 win over the Warriors at Magic Round.
Culley knee injury compounds West Coast’s woes
Young midfielder Jai Culley has been added to West Coast's long injury list after hurting his right knee during the 46-point loss to Richmond at the MCG.
Fijiana Drua claim back-to-back Super W titles
Fijiana Drua are Super W champions once more after a 38-30 win over the Queensland Reds in Townsville.
Firebirds mow down Magpies in Super Netball battle
Collingwood have suffered their fourth successive Super Netball defeat as the injury-hit Queensland Firebirds took control after halftime to win 73-67.
Dolphins thrash Sharks to give Bennett magic 900th
Dolphins debutant Valynce Te Whare has scored a double in a stunning 36-16 win over Cronulla to give Wayne Bennett a perfect milestone match.
Demons hang on after mighty Suns AFL scare
Gold Coast have matched Melbourne's all-star midfield but fallen just short of a mighty AFL upset, pipped in an intense five-point AFL loss.
Anderson clinic steels Suns after tight Demons loss
Noah Anderson excelled in Gold Coast's gut-wrenching loss to Melbourne that Suns coach Stuart Dew is confident will have longer-term benefits.
South Sydney outclass Melbourne to assert NRL dominance
South Sydney have cruised to a 28-12 victory over Melbourne in what was billed as the marquee match of this year's Magic Round.
Waratahs leapfrog Reds with Super derby win
The NSW Waratahs secured back-to-back victories for the first time this season with a 32-24 win over rivals Queensland in Townsville.
Le Fondre helps Sydney sink Wanderers in ALM finals
Sydney FC will face Melbourne City next week after they snatched a 2-1 win over the Western Sydney Wanderers in the A-League Men finals.
Wanderers’ Ninkovic embroiled in heated post-game spat
Milos Ninkovic had to be dragged away from the Sydney FC dressing rooms after confronting former manager Steve Corica.
Nathan Cleary shrugs off dust-up with Warriors
Nathan Cleary is holding no ill-will towards Demitric Sifakula after the Warriors rookie was sin-binned for striking him in Penrith's defeat of the Warriors.
Red-hot Le Fondre adamant Sydney can claim City scalp
Adam Le Fondre says Sydney FC should not be fearful of Melbourne City as the sides prepare to face off in a two-legged A-League Men semi-final.
Dolphins hero Val a 100m flyer who had All Blacks dream
Flying centre Valynce Te Whare still doesn't know all the rules of rugby league but the schoolboy sprinter is learning fast and impressed on his Dolphins debut.
Rabbitohs recall left me speechless: Liam Knight
Liam Knight was lost for words on his return to first grade with the Rabbitohs and says his fairytale NRL return owes much to former housemate Jai Arrow.
Demons to provide Rowell’s Suns a litmus midfield test
Gold Coast enter their clash with Melbourne without a number of key men but a confident Matt Rowell is relishing the prospect of quieting the Demons' midfield.
Brigginshaw’s plan to include NRLW in Magic Round
Brisbane's Ali Brigginshaw has urged the NRL to consider weaving the women's game into Magic Round, floating the possibility of a pre-season nines tournament.
Griffin still thinking long-term despite board pressure
St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin says his selections show he is still planning for the club's long-term, despite questions over his own future.
Why Sydney celebration was fair game for Nieuwenhof
Western Sydney midfielder Calem Nieuwenhof is keen to extend the Wanderers' finals journey and end Sydney FC's in the process.
Reds value underdog tag ahead of Super W Grand Final
The Queensland Reds back their physicality in springing an upset over reigning Super W champions Fijiana Drua in Saturday's grand final.
Bennett debuts ‘Val Smith’ for Dolphins after renaming
Wayne Bennett reckons debutant Valynce Te Whare, known by fans as 'Val Meninga', has one similarity to Mal Meninga and that's the size of his shorts.