Kennett cops blame for Hawks’ funding hole
Victoria's state government is withholding $15m in funding for Hawthorn's new headquarters and outgoing Hawks president Jeff Kennett admits he is to blame.
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Jets ready to swoop on Roar in ALW opener
Brisbane Roar are without Katrina Gorry for the start of the A-League Women season and Newcastle hope they can take full advantage in their opening-round clash.
Qatar’s World Cup a political football
Before a ball has been kicked, the World Cup in Qatar has become the ultimate political football.
Bozo’s lessons fuel Meninga’s reborn Roos
Australia have aimed to restore their global reputation by referencing their passion when it has been questioned.
Ricciardo: This could be my last F1 race
Daniel Ricciardo could be about to have his last race in Formula One, the Australia driver has admitted at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Openers Warner, Head fire in Aussies’ ODI
Australian star David Warner could have found his opening partner for next year's ODI World Cup after Travis Head starred in the first-match win over England.
Socceroo Rowles feared he’d miss World Cup
Defender Kye Rowles says he feared his World Cup prospects were over because of a broken foot for the entire time he was sidelined.
Rennie recalls big guns for Ireland Test
Dave Rennie has recalled big guns Michael Hooper, Bernard Foley and Nic White among nine starting changes for the Wallabies' showdown with Ireland in Dublin.
Sixers score NBL upset win over United
Robert Franks and Anthony Drmic have scored 21 points each to steer the Adelaide 36ers to an important NBL win over Melbourne United.
Sydney FC stun Postecoglou’s Celtic
A frustrated Ange Postecoglou has had his homecoming party spoiled by Sydney FC's stunning 2-1 defeat of his Scottish powerhouse Celtic at Allianz Stadium.
Socceroo Wright covets a crack at France
One of five Socceroos vying for two central defensive posts, Bailey Wright says he is desperate to test himself against reigning World Cup champions France.
Record ATP prize money increase for 2023
The ATP has announced a record increase of more than $55m in prize money for players on the men's tour, ahead of December's season-opener in Australia.
Long shot: A-League ‘in dialogue’ to bring Ronaldo to Australia
A-Leagues head Danny Townsend says he is speaking with Ronaldo's management and has "registered an interest" in luring the Portuguese superstar to Australia.
Joe Burns joins 100-club for Queensland
Opener Joe Burns will become the 16th cricketer to play 100 first-class games for Queensland when he plays against South Australia at the Adelaide Oval.
Hawks players back big AFL youth focus
The departure of Tom Mitchell and Jaeger O'Meara emphasised Hawthorn's AFL focus on youth, which had been a feature of Sam Mitchell's first season as coach.
Lions yet to peak as Crows loom: Coach
Brisbane Lions coach Craig Starcevich says finishing as minor premiers will count for nothing in the AFLW preliminary final against Adelaide Crows.
NRL, clubs move close to funding agreement
The NRL and its clubs have moved closer towards finalising a funding agreement for the next five seasons.
Kangas relish continuity in AFLW finals
North Melbourne have hit form on their run to an AFLW preliminary final against a Melbourne side that will be well rested after a week off.
Rape accused cricketer granted bail in NSW
Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been granted bail with a $150,000 surety while awaiting trial on rape charges in Sydney.
Smith helps Aussies to comfortable ODI win
Australia have started their three-match ODI series against England with a commanding six-wicket win, despite a brilliant century from Dawid Malan.
Samoa won’t be overawed by final pressure
Playing in a Rugby League World Cup final at Old Trafford could be daunting, but Australia's players aren't expecting Samoa to be overawed.
Windies captain top scores in tour match
West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite made 75 on day one as the West Indies reached 5-297 against Combined NSW and ACT in their tour match in Canberra.
A World Cup of dreams: Aussie coach Arnold
Coach Graham Arnold says the Socceroos are at the World Cup to win, not just merely make up the numbers.
Friend points Wallabies to Irish lessons
Andy Friend has seen plenty during five years in Ireland with Connacht that he thinks could be adopted by Rugby Australia to strengthen the code.
I have visa to play in Aust Open: Djokovic
Tennis great Novak Djokovic has expressed his delight at being granted a visa which will enable him to compete again in next year's Australian Open.
Heat stunned by late Sixers onslaught
The Sydney Sixers have gone three competition points clear on top of the WBBL ladder after producing a breathtaking five-wicket win over the Brisbane Heat.
Inglis injured as WA sneak past Redbacks
AJ Tye has become WA's all-time leading wicket-taker in the one-day format after snaring two scalps in his team's thrilling win over South Australia.
Prince to take over as Broncos NRLW coach
Brisbane have appointed former State of Origin playmaker and Clive Churchill medallist Scott Prince as their new NRLW coach after two frustrating seasons.
Fears for Simmons as Philly return nears
Ben Simmons faces a torrid time on his return to Philadelphia next week, 76ers legend Charles Barkley says, despite the Australian showing some NBA improvement.
Captain Cummins buoyant about England ODIs
Pat Cummins has talked up Australia's three-match ODI series against England, starting four days after the T20 World Cup, as a challenge they are relishing.
Boyle doubts grow, Socceroos summon Tilio
As the Socceroos sweat on forward Martin Boyle's fitness ahead of the World Cup, Melbourne City youngster Marco Tilio has flown to Doha as a standby player.