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.
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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.
Fifita in for Tonga, PNG name squad
Tonga and Papua New Guinea will have a host of NRL experience in their World Cup sides after naming 24-strong squads for the tournament in England.
T20 hitter David ‘all business’ for Aust
Tim David has reflected on his unique journey to the Australian Twenty20 side ahead of games against the West Indies in Queensland this week.
36ers make NBL history, shock NBA’s Suns
The Adelaide 36ers have shocked the star-studded Phoenix Suns 134-124 in an historic NBA pre-season victory for the touring NBL club.
Lions, Roos hit AFL trades without coaches
Brisbane and North Melbourne have started their busy AFL trade periods without head coaches Chris Fagan and Alastair Clarkson.
Panthers label Leota an unheralded star
James Fisher-Harris has questioned why NRL rivals dare running near his Penrith front-row partner Moses Leota after the Kiwi's big shots in the premiership win.
Salmon plans on staying at Panthers
Jaeman Salmon has credited Penrith for reviving his NRL career, with the bench utility claiming he will re-sign with the club after their grand final win.
Tonegato misses Jillaroos RLWC call up
Star fullback Emma Tonegato has missed out on Jillaroos selection for the Rugby League World Cup in England amid high-class competition.
Unlikely hero Sorensen strikes gold
Penrith forward Scott Sorensen will go down as one of the more unlikely grand final try-scorers after crossing in the Panthers' win over Parramatta.
Jokes over for Tigers-bound Api, Papali’i
Api Koroisau has poked fun at his title chances at Wests Tigers as he and Isaiah Papali'i head to the club in contrasting moods after the NRL grand final.
Tomic wins second ITF title in Cancun
Bernard Tomic has won 10 consecutive matches on his way to securing back-to-back tennis titles in the Mexican city of Cancun.
Tedesco to captain Roos, Edwards left out
James Tedesco will be Australia's new captain but Penrith's Dylan Edwards misses out as the Kangaroos aim to seal a third-straight Rugby League World Cup.
Dockers stand firm on Lobb AFL trade
Fremantle believe they can strike an AFL trade deal for Melbourne's Luke Jackson without offloading Rory Lobb, who wants to join the Western Bulldogs.
North to play hardball on Horne-Francis
North Melbourne expect Port Adelaide to pay up in an AFL trade for Jason Horne-Francis and are prepared to make the No.1 draft pick see out his contract.
Sydney United to track down fascist fans
Sydney United 58 FC are promising to help track down fascist fans after being hit with a show-cause notice by Football Australia.
Act fast on AFL racism row: Hawk Kennett
Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett hopes an AFL investigation into alleged racism at his club can be completed by Christmas.
Injury fears for Matildas’ Kyah Simon
Football Australia are waiting to hear the full extent of Kyah Simon's injury after the striker was stretchered from the field while playing for Tottenham.
Premiers Penrith rally around unlucky May
Taylan May's Penrith teammates have been quick to assure the winger he was a crucial member of the premiership team, even if he didn't make it onto the field.
Johnson snubbed as Kiwis’ RLWC squad named
New Zealand coach Michael Maguire has opted against picking Shaun Johnson in his squad for the Rugby League World Cup, which kicks-off in England this month.
Blues’ McKay signs seven-year AFL deal
Carlton forward Harry McKay has become the latest AFL star to sign a long-term contract, inking a new seven-year deal with the Blues.
Panthers keen for World Club Challenge
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says his club is keen for a World Club Challenge with St Helens, in what would be the first edition of the tournament since 2020.
Mixed emotions after tough Parramatta loss
Parramatta might have reached the NRL's grand final, but a 28-12 thrashing at the hands of Penrith showed how far they need to go to win a title.
Daddy’s home: Panthers’ last jibe in win
Still dressed in full jersey, James Fisher-Harris has delivered one last shot at western Sydney rivals Parramatta at Penrith's NRL grand final celebrations.
Penrith want spot as modern era’s greatest
Penrith have set their sights on becoming the most dominant team of the modern era after taking back-to-back NRL titles with their 28-12 win over Parramatta.
Cleary lauds Churchill winner Edwards
Industrious Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards has claimed the 2022 Clive Churchill Medal for best player in the NRL grand final.