Roosters, Sharks post NRLW wins, Dragons pinch thriller
The Sydney Roosters confirmed their status as the NRLW's benchmark team in a 30-8 win over Gold Coast as St George Illawarra and Cronulla also posted victories.
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Spain revolt ‘overshadows’ WWC showdown with England
Spain play in their first Women's World Cup final but a cloud hangs over boss Jorge Vilda as they prepare to face England at Stadium Australia.
Wighton to miss Canberra’s vital clash against Bulldogs
Star five-eighth Jack Wighton will be missing for Canberra as they chase a much-needed win against Canterbury to firm up their NRL finals hopes.
Souths NRL premiership-winner Kyle Turner dies aged 31
South Sydney premiership-winner and Indigenous All Stars representative Kyle Turner has died at the age of 31.
Major boost for women’s sport as broadcast changes loom
The Albanese government will roll out $200 million in funding for women's sport and overhaul broadcast rules in the wake of the Matildas' world cup tilt.
Sam Kerr not done yet with Women’s World Cups
Matildas captain Sam Kerr hopes to attend a fifth Women's World Cup in 2027 but she doesn't know how many of her teammates will go around again.
Matildas to embrace last chance at WWC history
The Matildas are determined to take a bronze medal away from the Women's World Cup and coach Tony Gustavsson won't hand out jerseys based on emotion.
Bennett backs Benji, reflects on final Sheens duel
Wayne Bennett and Tim Sheens have had "wonderful" times coaching against each other since the 1980s and they prepare to do it one final time.
Wounded Lions star Neale finds form in Magpies showdown
Worn down by illness and injury, Brisbane star Lachie Neale found his best form to help the Lions to a crucial 24-point victory over ladder-leaders Collingwood.
Collingwood attempt to fix defensive woes before finals
After being blown away by the lethal Brisbane forward line, Collingwood will need to fix up their defensive woes with finals fast approaching.
Eels ‘weren’t up to it’ in 2023: Coach Arthur
Parramatta's finals hopes are all but over, leaving coach Brad Arthur to rue a season of missed chances for the reigning runners-up.
Roosters shrug at tackle that concussed skipper Tedesco
James Tedesco was concussed in the Sydney Roosters' victory over Parramatta, but coach Trent Robinson had no qualms with the shot that struck his captain down.
Lions survive Magpies challenge for crucial AFL win
The Brisbane Lions are one win away from securing a top-two finish after downing premiership favourites Collingwood by 24 points at Marvel Stadium.
Seibold livid as ‘dud’ calls end Manly’s finals hopes
Manly coach Anthony Seibold has been left seething after believing a 'dud' decision for the second week in a row ended the Sea Eagles' NRL finals hopes.
Tedesco concussed as Roosters dent Eels’ finals hopes
The Sydney Roosters' resurgence has continued with a 34-12 defeat of Parramatta, but a concussion to star fullback James Tedesco is cause for concern.
Top-four-bound Warriors deny Manly in NRL thriller
The Warriors remain on course for a top-four finish after ending Manly's NRL finals hopes with a Dallin Watane-Zelezniack-inspired 29-22 victory in Auckland.
‘Refreshed’ Hardwick prepares to become Suns coach
Damien Hardwick is on the verge of being confirmed as Gold Coast AFL coach after arriving back in Australia following an extended European vacation.
Injured Smith, Starc ruled out of South Africa tour
Australia stars Steve Smith and Mitchell Starc are out of the white-ball tour of South Africa as they try to prove their fitness for the ODI World Cup.
Matildas’ Gustavsson ready for familiar Swedish foes
Tony Gustavsson knows all about third-place play-off opponents Sweden as the Matildas aim to end their Women's World Cup campaign on a high.
Kerr throws support behind Matildas teammate Carpenter
Ellie Carpenter was caught out a couple of times in the Women's World Cup loss to England but captain Sam Kerr has fiercely defended her Matildas teammate.
Browning ready to fly at world championships
Sprinter Rohan Browning has ticked all the boxes in the most consistent season of his career.
Titans debutant No.7 Weaver ready for Panthers baptism
On paper it looks a daunting task but Gold Coast debutant Tom Weaver will relish his showdown with Penrith maestro Nathan Cleary, Titans coach Jim Lenihan says.
Kerr wants to end rollercoaster World Cup with bronze
Matildas captain Sam Kerr fought back from injury to deliver one of the goals of the Women's World Cup and wants to end her campaign with a bronze medal.
Multiple Australian medal hopes at world championships
The Australian squad boasts a large spread of genuine medal hopes at the world athletics championships in Budapest.
Swans clash the biggest of my career: Crows coach Nicks
Coach Matthew Nicks has described Adelaide's clash with Sydney as the biggest match of his career as the Crows seek to stay in the AFL finals hunt.
Aussie Davidson is joint leader at World Invitational
There is a crowded leaderboard at the LPGA Tour's World Invitational in Northern Ireland, where Australian Karis Davidson is among the frontrunners.
‘Scary’ Raiders out to continue strong NRLW form
The fast-starting Raiders are only scratching the surface of their potential, insists coach Darrin Borthwick, as Canberra welcome Parramatta in the NRLW.
Marshall wants to stop leaks and bolster Tigers roster
Benji Marshall insists he's ready to lift Wests Tigers out of the doldrums after being fast-tracked into the head coaching role.
Family, NRL title quest drove new Haas Broncos deal
Payne Haas has spoken for the first time about his Broncos contract extension until the end of 2026, outlining why he has re-committed to the club.
Storm remain coy on NRL return for Ryan Papenhuyzen
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy is happy with Ryan Papenhuyzen's progress but still will not lock in a date for the injury-plagued fullback's NRL comeback.
Broncos have funds to re-sign more big guns: Walters
The long-term re-signing of Payne Haas will make it easier for the Broncos to retain key spine players Ezra Mam and Reece Walsh, coach Kevin Walters says.