Heimgartner claims ‘special’ win on wet return to NZ
Local hero Andre Heimgartner has broken through for his first win since 2021, surviving a wet and wild race at Taupo in New Zealand.
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AFL admits to umpire error in not penalising Draper
Essendon ruckman Sam Draper should have had a crucial free kick paid against him late in the Bombers' thrilling win over Adelaide, the AFL has admitted.
Magpies return to form with seven-goal belting of Port
Collingwood have recovered superbly from a slow start to maul Port Adelaide by 42 points on Saturday at the MCG.
Panthers avoid repeat of Wests Tigers Bathurst upset
Penrith are back in the winners' circle after holding out Wests Tigers 22-6 in front of a sell-out crowd in their NRL clash in Bathurst.
Firebirds beat Giants to notch first Super Netball win
The Queensland Firebirds have shaken off their opening-round heartbreak in Adelaide with a hard-fought three-goal win over the Giants in Brisbane.
Ten-man Victory land home final despite Roar draw
A 0-0 draw with Brisbane Roar was enough to ensure 10-man Melbourne Victory will finish in the top four and host an A-League Men elimination final.
Force send Crusaders to bottom of Super Rugby table
The Western Force have reignited their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes and sent the reigning champions Crusaders to last on the ladder with an inspired win.
Robinson pips Florence in classic Margaret River final
Jack Robinson took to the skies on his way to a second Margaret River title but Sally Fitzgibbons has missed the mid-season cut for a third-straight year.
Supercars leader Brown wins ‘best race of life’ in NZ
Red Bull Ampol star Will Brown has picked off teammate Broc Feeney following a tense battle to win the Taupo 400 in Supercars' return to New Zealand.
Demetriou has been ‘dragged through the mud’: Murray
It has hurt South Sydney's players to witness the criticism aimed at coach Jason Demetriou during the Rabbitohs' poor start to the season, Cameron Murray says.
Swans ground high-flying Suns with 53-point monstering
Tom Papley and Isaac Heeney were among the Sydney stars in a big home win over Gold Coast.
Lightning’s Bruce hit by Fever on return to Perth
Diamonds star Courtney Bruce has made a losing return to Perth as her Sunshine Coast side were smashed by 25 by her former team West Coast Fever.
Greene, Hogan learn their fate ahead of Brisbane clash
Captain Toby Greene and fellow forward Jesse Hogan have been hit with one-match bans by the AFL after Greater Western Sydney's round-six loss to Carlton.
Hynes pushes Origin case as Sharks belt Cowboys
Nicho Hynes starred as Cronulla came up with their most clinical performance of the season to defeat North Queensland at Shark Park.
Hardy Hawks break drought against lowly Kangaroos
A nine-goal first-half blitz laid the platform for Hawthorn's first win of the AFL season as Sam Mitchell outpointed his former mentor Alastair Clarkson.
Swifts shooters take down Mavericks
Lethal shooting from Helen Housby and Sam Wallace-Joseph powered the NSW Swifts to a 67-56 Super Netball home win over a heavily penalised Melbourne Mavericks.
FA announces host states for Women’s Asian Cup
Queensland, NSW and WA have been announced by Football Australia as host states for the 2026 Women's Asian Cup.
Drua overcome Force, Waratahs await in Super W final
Fijian Drua defied some wobbly kicking to beat the Western Force, while the Waratahs beat the Brumbies to book their spot in the women's Super final.
Tedesco dodges ban for tripping Papenhuyzen
James Tedesco has been fined for tripping Ryan Papenhuyzen but will be free for next week's traditional Anzac Day game against St George Illawarra.
Cavalry coming for Broncos, but Raiders first: Walters
Brisbane's quartet of injured stars are on track to be fit for round eight, but Kevin Walters has warned Canberra must be negotiated first.
Essendon’s Martin strikes late to sink Crows
Essendon have kicked the last two goals of the game to pip Adelaide by three points in an AFL thriller at Adelaide Oval.
Lomax stars as Dragons stun Warriors
St George Illawarra have claimed their most impressive win of Shane Flanagan's tenure so far, beating the Warriors 30-12.
Bondi tragedy ‘so close to home’ for clubs: Longmire
Sydney Swans coach John Longmire says the Bondi Junction stabbing attack has been deeply felt by sporting clubs based in the area.
Tougher laws call to back new environment watchdog
Labor's new environment watchdog has gotten a lukewarm reception from conservationists who argue it must be backed up by law reform to stop mass extinctions.
Maguire coy on NSW Origin halves but praises Paps
NSW State of Origin coach Michael Maguire says players at struggling NRL teams can be in contention, while he's impressed by the return of Ryan Papenhuyzen.
Police probe mushroom link after health retreat death
A woman has died and two people are in hospital as police investigate whether they consumed a drink containing mushrooms at a country health retreat.
Surf legend Slater done at 52 after Margaret River exit
After more than 30 years on tour, surfing legend Kelly Slater is retiring after missing the World Surf League mid-season cut at Margaret River.
Asofa-Solomona set for JWH showdown in Storm return
Nelson Asofa-Solomona has been named for his first NRL game of the season as Melbourne head north to take on the Sydney Roosters.
Nadal sets up de Minaur clash as Popyrin exits
Rafael Nadal is back, sweeping to a quick victory on his first claycourt match in nearly two years, setting up an intriguing match with Alex de Minaur.
US tells UK court Assange would not face death penalty
The United States government has provided an assurance regarding the treatment of Julian Assange if he is extradited.
Finlayson says gay slur ban comments are misconstrued
After being banned for a homophobic slur against an opponent, Port Adelaide's Jeremy Finlayson says his comments venting frustration were aimed at himself.