Bombers poised to make AFL free agency splash
The AFL's free agency period opens on Friday and Essendon are set to be big players as Brad Scott eyes a reunion with two of his former North Melbourne charges.
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Knee pain no worry for Cleary in grand final heroics
Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary says he was not going to let pain from his injured left knee derail the greatest-ever NRL grand final comeback.
De Belin named for PNG’s end-of-year Tests
Jack de Belin has decided to play for Papua New Guinea in the end-of-season Pacific Championships, a year after shutting the door on representing the nation.
Nathan Cleary can’t see Ivan coaching NSW Origin
Nathan Cleary feels it would be unrealistic for his father Ivan to juggle the Penrith and NSW State of Origin head coaching jobs.
Co-drivers hit mountain for Bathurst 1000 practice
Erebus have claimed the opening two practice sessions of the Bathurst 1000 after co-driver David Russell backed up Will Brown's early speed at Mount Panorama.
Cam Davis set for Australian Open and PGA Championship
Coming off a career-best PGA Tour in the US, Aussie golf star Cam Davis is on the hunt for his second Stonehaven Cup at the Australian Open in November.
Australia explore 2034 World Cup bid despite Asian blow
Australia will still look at hosting the men's 2034 soccer World Cup despite Asia's football confederation flagging support for Saudi Arabia's bid.
Luongo called up to end four-year Socceroos absence
Massimo Luongo's stellar form with Ipswich Town has earned him a first Socceroos call-up in four years for friendlies against England and New Zealand.
India loses mystery as Australia launch World Cup pitch
Australia's players believe a wealth of white-ball experience in India allows them to feel at home as they pursue a sixth crown at the one-day World Cup.
Bevan French up for Super League Man of Steel honour
Wigan's Bevan French is in line to become the ninth Australian to win British rugby league's premier individual award, the Man of Steel.
World Cup winners dominate Diamonds squad
All but two of Australia's Netball World Cup winners have been named in the Diamonds squad for the Constellation Cup series against New Zealand.
Gordon, Frost out as Wallabies’ World Cup woes worsen
Carter Gordon's World Cup is over because of a knee injury, as is his Wallabies' teammate Nick Frost's tournament after he suffered a knock against Portugal.
Dogs forward Naughton signs huge AFL deal until 2032
Western Bulldogs forward Aaron Naughton has penned the longest current contract in the AFL, extending his stay at the Whitten Oval until the end of 2032.
Edwards cleans up Qld to put NSW on top in Shield
Young allrounder Jack Edwards has claimed his maiden five-wicket haul in the Sheffield Shield to leave Queensland 7-159 after day one against NSW.
Cleary ruled out of Kangaroos Tests, Hynes called in
Nicho Hynes is a chance to make his Australian Test debut after Panthers star Nathan Cleary was ruled out of the Pacific Championships with a knee injury.
Kostecki’s focus on Bathurst, not Supercars title race
Brodie Kostecki is in position to claim a history-making Supercars championship but first he wants to tick off the "bucket list" at the Bathurst 1000.
Football greats, Olympic champions to join Hall Of Fame
The new Sport Australia Hall Of Fame inductees feature Johnathan Thurston, Tim Cahill, Lydia Lassila and Kurt Fearnley ahead of the annual function on Oct 16.
Papenhuyzen to head to USA, eyes round-one NRL return
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is planning for a another visit to renowned USA reconditioning expert Bill Knowles, as he eyes a round-one comeback in 2024.
Tszyu bent on Mendoza win to ‘earn’ his world title
With a chance to join his father as a unified world champion, Tim Tszyu is also looking for a triumph over Brian Mendoza to seal his WBO world title.
‘360’ Matthews expects Aussies to adapt in T20 decider
In-form West Indies captain Hayley Matthews is confident she can adapt and continue to flourish as her side seek a historic series win against Australia.
Demetriou extends Souths deal, to lead defence as well
Signing a new deal to the end of 2026, South Sydney head coach Jason Demetriou will also head up the NRL's team defence following a staffing shake up.
Crows defender Doedee wants AFL move to Brisbane
Out-of-contract defender Tom Doedee wants to exercise his AFL free agency options to leave Adelaide for Brisbane.
Swans captaincy in doubt after Mills’ Mad Monday mishap
Sydney captain Callum Mills is 'gutted' to have injured his shoulder in a Mad Monday accident.
Man dead, woman critical after Darwin shooting
NT Police say it's too early to determine whether an incident in which a man died and a woman was critically injured was domestic violence related.
India are looking to home in on Cricket World Cup win
India will hope to make the most of home conditions as they look to prevent a freewheeling England side from claiming back-to-back Cricket World Cups.
Garside leads Aussie boxers on Olympics hunt
Harry Garside will get his chance to secure an Olympics return as one of 13 Australian boxers competing at next month's Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands.
Test rest never a consideration for Tedesco
James Tedesco says he couldn't sit out the Kangaroos' Test matches because of how many star fullbacks are in contention for his jersey.
Frozen-out Demons lean on each other as trades loom
Melbourne midfielder James Harmes says he and ruckman Brodie Grundy, who are both likely to seek AFL trades, grew close as they dealt with being frozen out.
Boak’s 350 milestone looms as he signs new Port deal
Port Adelaide games record holder Travis Boak will play on next season at Alberton, ending speculation about his future with a one-year deal.
Suaalii concussion causes selection headache for Samoa
The Sydney Roosters have ruled Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii out of the Pacific Championships due to concussion, with the rugby-bound star missing from Samoa's squad.
Mates jostle as Aussie sets sights on US Masters return
Australian golfer and world No.57 Lucas Herbert is eyeing a slight bump in his ranking to help him secure a return to the Masters at Augusta next year.