Golf, BMX, rowing earn Comm Games debuts
Open-water rowing, golf and BMX racing will all make their Commonwealth Games debut among 20 sports at Victoria's 2026 regional event.
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AFL selects panel to examine racism claims
An independent panel to probe AFL racism allegations has been named, with league boss Gillon McLachlan hopeful ex-players who raised the claims will take part.
NRL’s $4000 was fine too big: Matterson
Parramatta backrower Ryan Matterson claims $4000 was too big of a fine to pay for an NRL grand final crusher tackle, instead taking a three-game ban.
AFL boss backs Thorburn’s Dons resignation
Conflicting views between his church and football club left Andrew Thorburn with no choice but to stand down as Essendon CEO, AFL boss Gillon McLachlan says.
Gold Coast’s Bowes wants trade to Geelong
Geelong look set to benefit from Gold Coast's salary dump, with midfielder Jack Bowes telling the Suns he wants a trade to the reigning AFL premiers.
ACL tear but Simon says Cup still target
Matildas striker Kyah Simon will be racing the clock to return to full fitness for next year's home World Cup after confirming she has suffered a torn ACL.
Eisenhuth confident of remaining a Panther
Off-contract Penrith forward Matt Eisenhuth missed out on selection in this year's grand final team but is confident he will remain at the Panthers in 2023.
Windies skipper back at scene of carnage
West Indian captain Nicholas Pooran says he wants to be the best T20 batsman in the world ahead of their clash with Australia on the Gold Coast.
Bombers back in crisis, new CEO resigns
New Essendon CEO Andrew Thorburn has resigned a day after the Bombers announced his appointment, due to his position at a controversial church.
Former Raider the NRL GF pitch invader
Former Canberra player Mark McLinden has been revealed as the man who invaded the pitch and removed a goal post pad at the NRL grand final.
NRL probes Warriors’ Curran after incident
The NRL is investigating Warriors forward Josh Curran following an incident at a licensed venue on the NSW mid-North Coast last weekend.
‘No regrets’ Finch set to attack in T20s
Australia's T20 captain Aaron Finch will continue to play his aggressive way as he reunites with David Warner at the top of the order against the West Indies.
Marsh to bat only if picked for T20 game
Australian T20 captain Aaron Finch has confirmed allrounder Mitch Marsh is not yet fit to bowl, but is backing him at No.3 in their batting order.
Eels’ Matterson chooses ban over fine
Parramatta's Ryan Matterson has chosen to accept a three-match ban rather than face a fine for his crusher tackle on Dylan Edwards during the NRL grand final.
NRLW star Boyle chooses work over Cup
Millie Boyle has pulled out of the Jillaroos' Rugby League World Cup squad, with the Newcastle NRLW star prioritising her new business.
McStay’s move to Collingwood confirmed
Collingwood have officially secured Brisbane forward Daniel McStay, with the Lions receiving a second-round draft pick for losing the unrestricted free agent.
Simmons ends 470-day NBA absence
Ben Simmons had a mixed night in his first appearance in Brooklyn colours as the Nets fell to his former team Philadelphia in NBA preseason action.
Fortune favours Huni’s ‘lethal’ mix
Trainer Justin Fortune says Australian Justis Huni's combination of speed and strength has impressed during a stint in his Hollywood boxing gym.
Panthers to retain fortress in 2023: Ayres
Local MP Stuart Ayres says the plan is for NRL premiers Penrith to continue playing at BlueBet Stadium in 2023 as work towards a new ground nearby continues.
Tim Paine confirms first-class comeback
Australia's former Test captain Tim Paine will make his comeback to elite cricket in Tasmania's Sheffield Shield game against Queensland in Brisbane.
Austin plans to drag Roar out of doldrums
Striker Charlie Austin insists he has not moved to the A-League Men to make up the numbers, and wants to return new club Brisbane Roar to winning ways.
Pregnant Bueta out of Tests, Super Netball
Gretel Bueta will miss next year's Super Netball season and the Diamonds' upcoming Tests after announcing she is expecting her second child.
Tigers not raw over Koroisau’s GF joke
Wests Tigers chairman Lee Hagipantelis has shrugged off a joke aimed at the struggling club by new recruit and Penrith premiership winner Api Koroisau.
Why new Kangaroo Taulagi turned down Samoa
Murray Taulagi agonised over whether to represent Australia or Samoa last week, with a phone call from Mal Meninga persuading him to play for the Kangaroos.
Bombers CEO wants to lead ‘diverse’ club
New Essendon CEO Andrew Thorburn has defended his involvement in a controversial church, a day after the Bombers announced the appointment of the ex-NAB boss.
Windies’ Hetmyer misses plane, T20 WC spot
Big-hitting batter Shimron Hetmyer has lost his place in the West Indies' squad for the T20 World Cup in Australia after missing his rescheduled flight.
O’Sullivan taking Penrith lessons with him
Sean O'Sullivan didn't play in Sunday's grand final wins for Penrith but he plans to take what he's learned with him when he joins the Dolphins.
Leniu feasts on more NRL title success
Penrith bench forward Spencer Leniu says discipline in search of high-performance helped his Panthers once again summit the NRL's mountain.
Diehards’ Olds bros to play in World Cup
Brothers with fabled Brisbane club Valley Diehards will play for Wales in the Rugby League World Cup.
Taipans blitz upsets JackJumpers in NBL
A stunning third-quarter run has propelled the Cairns Taipans to a 22-point NBL win over last season's grand finalists Tasmania JackJumpers in Hobart.
Cowboys’ Leilua charged with DV offences
North Queensland NRL player Luciano Leilua has been arrested and charged with domestic violence offences in Sydney.