Port’s Rioli has two-game AFL ban reduced to one match
Port Adelaide forward Willie Rioli has had his two-game ban for striking Collingwood defender Nathan Murphy downgraded to one at the tribunal.
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Tedesco lifts Roosters ahead of Walsh clash: Keary
Luke Keary says the Roosters will have a 'big job' nullifying Brisbane whiz Reece Walsh but the most recent form of skipper James Tedesco has him enthused.
Philippines stun Women’s World Cup co-hosts New Zealand
Western Sydney striker Sarina Bolden has scored the only goal of the game to give the Philippines a history-making Women's World Cup win over New Zealand.
Special connection binds Queensland’s Matildas to Boon
The Matildas' Queenslanders had an emotional reunion with their former physiotherapist Jo Boon, who is battling Motor Neurone Disease, in Brisbane.
Eels captain Gutherson taking no notice of Storm record
Parramatta have a better winning record over Melbourne than any other side in recent times, but Clint Gutherson doesn't want his team to get complacent.
Bellamy names undermanned Storm side for Eels clash
A dislocated finger has robbed Melbourne prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona of a head-to-head battle with Parramatta brute Junior Paulo.
Titans super sub Campbell needs more minutes: Brimson
Gold Coast utility Jayden Campbell has been one of the Titans' best this year, but he is yet to find a regular starting position.
Cherry-Evans takes the good with the bad on road to 300
Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans says he would not change a thing about the tumultuous journey that has led him to 300 NRL games.
Canada and Ireland to face off in crucial WWC clash
The Matildas' Women's World Cup Group B rivals Ireland and Canada will face off in Perth aiming to take a step towards progressing to the knockouts.
Munsters says Storm must sharpen up ahead of NRL finals
Cameron Munster says he can't remember a Storm side beaten in "effort areas" so regularly and they need to lift to hold their top-four ladder spot.
Premier ducks questions over call up to Games inquiry
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has shrugged off whether he would accept an invitation to face a federal inquiry into the Commonwealth Games.
Redman knocks back free agency to re-sign with Bombers
Essendon have secured the prized signature of Mason Redman with the star defender turning his back on free agency and interest from Adelaide and Port Adelaide.
Nervy McKeown wins backstroke gold at world champs
Australian swimmer Kaylee McKeown has come close to her own 100 metres backstroke world record in winning gold at the world championships in Japan.
Matildas play down Fowler knock ahead of Nigeria clash
The Matildas have moved to allay fears over a knock Mary Fowler suffered at the end of Tuesday's training session ahead of facing Nigeria.
Gilbert re-signs with Dolphins until 2028
Dolphins forward Tom Gilbert has signed a long-term extension and the likely future skipper says the club can become a regular NRL premiership contender.
Hockeyroos seek ‘extra edge’ in Paris with Games boost
Australia's hockey teams will benefit from a $20 million federal government Olympics funding boost to assist the country's 2024 Paris Games tilt.
Fletcher tempers celebration as Ashcroft digests injury
Jaspa Fletcher has had to temper any celebrations after his own break-out AFL week coincided with housemate and fellow Lions rookie Will Ashcroft's injury.
Marsh could play as a specialist batter at The Oval
Australia could play with only three seamers in the fifth Test at The Oval, prepared to pick Mitch Marsh as a batter even if niggling injuries stop him bowling.
Aussie swim duo deny long-standing record on the radar
Australia's Mollie O'Callaghan and Ariarne Titmus are set to open their quest to chase down the longest-standing world record in women's swimming.
Skate teens Trew and Covell in X Games medal rush
Queensland teenager skateboarders Arisa Trew and Chloe Covell have left the X Games in California with four medals including three gold.
Gorry and Cooney-Cross relish Matildas midfield pairing
Matildas stalwart Katrina Gorry and young gun Kyra Cooney-Cross have formed a tantalising midfield partnership and are thriving at the Women's World Cup.
Hammer back at fullback as Dolphins chase NRL finals
The Dolphins are on the cusp of the top eight and close to fielding a full strength side ahead of the clash with Canterbury in Bundaberg.
Nothing offensive in Hynes outburst at touch judge: NRL
Nicho Hynes lost his temper at a touch judge during Cronulla's loss to Manly but the NRL says the halfback did not cross a line with his comments.
Slip of the tongue creates accidental Kerr injury panic
The extent of Sam Kerr's calf injury remains a mystery and Matildas youngster Kyra Cooney-Cross caused a brief panic by mistakenly saying she had torn it.
Selection squeeze always on Wallabies says Kellaway
Set to make a return from a hamstring injury against the All Blacks, Andrew Kellaway says the Wallabies aren't feeling extra pressure of World Cup selection.
Broncos NRLW winger Werner pleads not guilty to biting
The Broncos are rallying around winger Ashleigh Werner ahead of her NRL judiciary appearance for allegedly biting Roosters winger Jayme Fressard.
Broncos’ Hetherington credits Dad ahead of 50th game
Kobe Hetherington has put his dalliance with being a miner well behind him as the Brisbane forward marks a milestone match against the Sydney Roosters.
China dominate pool on second night of world titles
Australian swimmers have failed to add to the nation's medal tally on night two of competition at the pool at the world championships in Japan.
Matildas great Polkinghorne could start against Nigeria
Hometown hero Clare Polkinghorne could start for the Matildas against Nigeria in Brisbane amid a restricted build-up for fellow defender Alanna Kennedy.
Port to challenge Willie Rioli’s two-match suspension
Port Adelaide will head to the tribunal in a bid to clear Willie Rioli after the forward was given a two-match ban for striking Collingwood's Nathan Murphy.
Cowboys’ Nanai out for four to six weeks
State of Origin representative Jeremiah Nanai will miss up to six weeks with the shoulder injury he suffered in North Queensland's latest game.