Italiano to step up as Wellington Phoenix’s ALM coach
Wellington have announced Ufuk Talay's replacement as head coach, confirming the promotion of his Phoenix assistant Giancarlo Italiano.
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Embarrassment helps Sharks rediscover NRL steel
Braden Hamlin-Uele wants to keep carrying Cronulla forward after bouncing back from one of the worst losses of his career.
Thorn to leave Reds job, time for a break
Brad Thorn has confirmed he won't continue as Reds coach next year, but will see out his contract as the side aims for a Super Rugby Pacific finals appearance.
Clarkson says AFL tackle crackdown changing the game
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says players could soon be stopped from pinning opponents' arms in tackles amid the AFL crackdown.
Taylor gives Warner three Tests, wants Bancroft on tour
Mark Taylor wants Cameron Bancroft or Matt Renshaw to be Australia's back-up Ashes openers, while calling for David Warner to be given three Tests to perform.
Ex-Geelong star Gary Ablett Sr sues AFL ‘for millions’
An Australian Rules football legend is the latest player to sue the AFL for damages over concussion injuries he sustained while playing.
Caminiti banned, Merrett and Adams suspensions upheld
Anthony Caminiti has received a three-game ban for striking Nathan Murphy, while Zach Merrett and Taylor Adams' dangerous tackle suspensions were upheld.
Suns coach Dew plays down pressure amid 1-4 start
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew says he always feels pressure to perform but is adamant he isn't feeling additional heat after a difficult start to the season.
No timeline on Paddy McCartin concussion process
Coach John Longmire insists Sydney won't put any timeline on Paddy McCartin's recovery as the luckless defender manages the 10th concussion of his career.
Injury-hit Geelong send Stengle, Stanley for surgery
Geelong stars Tyson Stengle and Rhys Stanley are set to undergo surgery this week and face stints on the sidelines as the Cats prepare to take on Sydney.
Saint Caminiti to face tribunal, Magpie Adams banned
St Kilda forward Anthony Caminiti will front the AFL tribunal and faces a big suspension for a high hit that concussed Collingwood defender Nathan Murphy.
Power assistant coach Cornes defends Horne-Francis
Port Adelaide assistant coach Chad Cornes says he was older than Power young gun Jason Horne-Francis when he weathered booing from opposition fans.
NRL’s Annesley cuts to the chase on hair-pulling issue
NRL head of football Graham Annesley says players will continue to be penalised for hair-pulling no matter how incidental.
Slater impressed with Maroons’ middle forward depth
Maroons hopefuls Tom Flegler, Tom Gilbert, J'maine Hopgood and Corey Horsburgh are making the right moves to put themselves in the State of Origin frame.
Josh Giddey commits to Boomers’ World Cup tilt
Josh Giddey is set to line up alongside fellow NBA stars Patty Mills and Joe Ingles as the Australian Boomers chase World Cup glory this year.
Wallaby Flook flattered with Conrad Smith comparisons
Wallabies hopeful Josh Flook says he is thrilled to be a part of the 33-man squad on the Gold Coast for the first camp under new coach Eddie Jones.
Rabbitohs can’t be caught on the hop by Penrith: Murray
Cameron Murray says Souths must start with the right intent against Penrith if they are to avoid another defeat to the Panthers.
Wighton retires from rep footy in blow to NSW Blues
Canberra star Jack Wighton has retired from representative football to focus on family and his club, with NSW advisor Greg Alexander describing him as "unique".
Fresh Cowboys blow as Taumalolo sent for surgery
North Queensland Cowboys captain Jason Taumalolo is set to miss the next six weeks of NRL action due to a knee injury.
O’Callaghan in big finish to win women’s 100m freestyle
Mollie O'Callaghan has given her main rivals a start and a beating to win the women's 100m freestyle final at the Australian swimming championships.
First-day nerves as Wallabies meet coach Eddie Jones
Eddie Jones' second coming as Wallabies coach has officially begun after a three-day camp on the Gold Coast kicked off on Monday.
Hands turning heads but Eels loyal to Hodgson
Parramatta rookie Brendan Hands has set himself the goal of becoming the Eels' starting hooker but will need to bide his time.
Grace Kim triumphs in playoff for maiden LPGA Tour win
Australian Grace Kim has come out on top in a three-way playoff at the LOTTE Championship in Hawaii.
Cross-code star Emma Tonegato signs with NRLW’s Sharks
Olympic gold medallist and Dally M winner Emma Tonegato has joined Cronulla for their first NRLW season.
Phoenix let chances slip in 2-2 ALM draw with Brisbane
David Ball hit the post three times in 70 seconds and Yan Sasse played hero and villain in Wellington Phoenix's 2-2 draw with Brisbane Roar.
West Coast Fever remain undefeated in Super Netball
West Coast Fever have kept keep their unbeaten Super Netball record intact with a 73-71 win over the Queensland Firebirds.
Goalsneak Stengle hurt as Geelong crush West Coast
Geelong goalsneak Tyson Stengle has suffered an arm injury in his side's 47-point belting of West Coast in their Gather Round clash in Adelaide.
Amidzovski breaks Pearson’s junior record
Sally Pearson's Australian junior record for the 100m hurdles has been bettered by NSW teeanager Delta Amidzovski.
Dragons loss to Raiders puts further heat on Griffin
Canberra have held on to beat St George Illawarra 20-14 at GIO Stadium, as the future of Dragons coach Anthony Griffin hangs in the balance.
AFL’s Gather Round to stay in South Australia
The AFL has struck a three-year deal with the South Australian government to keep Gather Round in the state until at least 2026.
Sydney FC turn on style to thrash Perth Glory in ALM
Sydney FC claimed a 4-1 win over Perth Glory to strengthen their hopes of locking down an A-League Men finals place.