Rugby league prodigy ready to replace Alyssa Healy
Georgia Voll envisaged a life playing in the NRLW while representing Queensland state squads in her teens, but now she is replacing Alyssa Healy for Australia.
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Why NRL’s new rule changes could stunt growth
The NRL will expand the interchange from four to six players, but two leading captains are concerned about the long-term impact on young players.
‘This is the path’: Opetaia blazing Vegas trail to top
Australia's long-reigning cruiserweight world champion Jai Opetaia will fight for a new belt in his American debut next month against Brandon Glanton.
A different hunger: Crows note shift from finals flop
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says there's a different hunger among his players after crashing out of last year's finals with consecutive losses.
Toure too good as Socceroos young gun catches fire
In exciting news for the Socceroos, forward Mohamed Toure has made a flying start to life at his new English club Norwich.
Kalyn Ponga would consider shock switch to New Zealand
Kalyn Ponga is open to switching allegiances to play international footy for New Zealand, once he produces consistent form for Newcastle.
Dragons veteran Damien Cook makes call on future
Veteran hooker Damien Cook is confident of securing a one-year contract extension to continue his NRL career with St George Illawarra into 2027.
‘Target’s a trophy’: Marsh upbeat on World T20 chances
Australia captain Mitch Marsh has offered an upbeat assessment of their chances of lifting the T20 World Cup on the eve of the opening match against Ireland.
The one NRL team set to stop Haas signing off in style
Brisbane are heavily tipped to send Payne Haas out a premiership winner this season. But one NRL rival has the backing to stop the Broncos going back to back.
Aussie boarder’s Olympics ended by serious injury
Cam Bolton has been ruled out of his fourth Olympics, with the veteran snowboard cross star breaking his neck in training before his event.
Australian moguls ace Anthony continues Olympic blitz
Olympic moguls champion Jakara Anthony stamped her authority on qualifying, while Matt Graham also advanced directly into the finals at the Milan-Cortina Games.
Midfield star Serong inks long-term Dockers deal
Already locked in at Fremantle for two more seasons, Caleb Serong has become the equal longest-contracted player in the AFL after signing a new deal.
‘Fuel to the fire’: Smylie sets sights on major leap
Australia's Elvis Smylie says after winning his maiden LIV tournament, he now wants to force his way into golf's majors.
Knights launch Brown era as Titans say hello to Bai
Newcastle's hope for a new golden age gets its first moment in the sun as Dylan Brown gets set to play five-eighth for the Knights for the first time.
Injury smashes veteran Socceroo’s World Cup hopes
A serious groin injury appears to have dashed Craig Goodwin's World Cup hopes while fellow South Australian Socceroo Riley McGree continues to star in England.
‘Special moment’: Two Toms out of Dolphins injury exile
Tom Flegler and Tom Gilbert will get to show what the Dolphins have been missing when they return to action in the trial clash with Gold Coast.
Moses backs Eels with no easy Lomax answer for NRL
NRL CEO Andrew Abdo says any proposed changes to contracting laws following the Zac Lomax affair need careful consideration, with the winger still in limbo.
Souths must stand up and use Haas signing: Murray
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray says Payne Haas's 2027 arrival can only transform the Rabbitohs if other players also stand up alongside the superstar prop.
‘Defy the impossible’: NRL bullish about global plan
The NRL is hopeful of playing regular-season games in Hong Kong, Japan, the UK and the Abu Dhabi in the coming years.
Tah ta: Former Reds lock’s promise for spicy debut
Angus Blyth once shaved 'REDS' into the back of his head but will now front up against his old side in what's set to be a spicy NSW Waratahs debut.
‘No intention’: Luai makes call on Tigers future
Jarome Luai has clarified where he sees his NRL future beyond this season in a statement that will be music to the ears of Wests Tigers fans.
Surgery setback for star Demon forces new-look midfield
With Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines, recruit Jack Steele is set to slot into new coach Steven King's midfield.
Aussies in awe as leading snowboard trio take to air
Tess Coady and Meila Stalker secured a historic finish for Australia's big air snowboarders but the pair were left in awe of the high-flying Olympic medallists.
Pakistan agree to play India in T20 World Cup clash
Pakistan have agreed to reverse the boycott of their T20 World Cup tie with India after the game's governing body made a series of concessions to Bangladesh.
‘My pick’: Carrigan gets nod as next Broncos captain
Brisbane lock Pat Carrigan is in the box seat to be the next captain of the club after Adam Reynolds announced his impending retirement and endorsement.
‘Overwhelmed’: Borlase claims historic WNBL MVP gong
Bendigo Spirit's Isobel Borlase has become one of the youngest players to win the WNBL's MVP award, beating out Anneli Maley and Courtney Woods for the honour.
‘Old soup’: AFL footy boss brushes off speculation
A key AFL appointment says speculation about problems in his department are frustrating and it's a function of people not having any games to discuss.
‘Twist his arm’: Broncos hold out hope of Haas backflip
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds was shocked Payne Haas signed with South Sydney but scuppered suggestions a falling-out with coach Michael Maguire was a reason.
‘That’s on you’: Wallabies star on Kiss balancing act
Fraser McReight has addressed the elephant in the room as Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss prepares to transition into the Wallabies' top job later this year.
‘Chips and a parmi’: Aussie stars in Super Bowl rout
Michael Dickson has become the second Australian to play in a Super Bowl win, punting with precision in Seattle's domination of New England.
‘I want more’: Reynolds to retire after saving Broncos
Adam Reynolds is to retire at the end of the 2026 NRL season after a wonderful career and with the knowledge Brisbane's future is in capable hands.