Keeley stars as Devils break QLD’s State Champs drought
In the curtain-raiser to NRL grand final day, Norths Devils have ambushed Newtown Jets for a 20-18 win.
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Taipans stick to plan after NBL statement wins
Rob Edwards scored 23 points to lead Cairns to a surprise 101-88 road win over heavyweights Melbourne, two days after toppling reigning champions Tasmania.
NRL’s Hughes, NRLW’s Kelly voted best in 2024 by peers
Melbourne NRL halfback Jahrome Hughes and Sydney Roosters NRLW captain Isabelle Kelly have been voted the best in the game by their peers.
Strikes shake Beirut as Israel expands Lebanon campaign
Heavy strikes have shaken southern Beirut as Israel says it has made "targeted strikes" on Hezbollah storage facilities and terrorist infrastructure.
‘We did not ask for this war’: Jewish community gathers
The October 7 Hamas attack marked the beginning of a painful chapter for Israel, members of the Jewish community have been told at a solemn candlelight vigil.
Lions roar to smashing 55-point AFLW win over Carlton
Defending AFLW premiers Brisbane Lions have set a record of scoring at least one goal in 22 successive quarters on their way to thrashing Carlton by 55 points.
Davis dines out as 36ers end Hawks’ winning NBL start
Kendric Davis scored 32 points to lead Adelaide past the previously unbeaten Illawarra, 102-100, in a back-and-forth Wollongong firefight.
Mooney to the rescue as Australia win World T20 opener
Australia have made a strong start to their Women's T20 World Cup title defence, defeating Sri Lanka by six wickets with 34 balls to spare in Sharjah.
Why Storm have faith six-gamer Vaalepu will shine in GF
Melbourne's Lazarus Vaalepu will become the least experienced NRL grand finalist since Steve Price in 1994 when he runs out against Penrith at Accor Stadium.
Penrith’s Sorensen passed fit for NRL grand final
Versatile forward Scott Sorensen has been given the green light to play for Penrith in Sunday's NRL grand final after overcoming a hamstring issue.
AFLW flag favourites thrash Dogs, extend unbeaten start
AFLW ladder leaders North Melbourne have extended their best start to a season with a convincing 55-point home win over the goalless Western Bulldogs.
Green calls for unity at Demons amid AFL struggles
New Melbourne president Brad Green says the Demons are within touching distance of returning to their best, but has called for unity at the struggling AFL club.
NRL puts brakes on grand final sprint race
The NRL has decided against holding a grand final day sprint race, with several players unavailable to run.
Saints, Giants reap first-round AFL compensation picks
St Kilda's blow of losing Josh Battle to Hawthorn via free agency has been offset by the news they will receive pick No.8 as compensation.
Luongo back in Popovic’s first squad as Socceroos boss
Tony Popovic's first squad as Socceroos coach for two World Cup qualifiers features midfielder Massimo Luongo, who has come out of international retirement.
Demons confirm Oliver staying after rampant AFL talk
Melbourne have shut down AFL trade speculation over Clayton Oliver, with president Brad Green confirming the disgruntled midfielder is staying at the club.
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Mercy flights to rescue Australians stranded in Lebanon
Australians in Lebanon will be transported by two mercy Qantas flights from Cyprus to Sydney as tensions in the region remain ongoing.
Supercars returns to Ipswich, Tailem Bend in 2025
Ipswich and The Bend will return to an expanded Supercars calendar in 2025 but the Newcastle street circuit's future is in doubt after being omitted again.
Demons beat Giants to keep AFLW finals hopes alive
Melbourne have beaten a wasteful Greater Western Sydney by 16 points, snapping a four-game losing run to keep their slim AFLW finals hopes alive.
Giants utility James Peatling to leave for Crows
Greater Western Sydney utility James Peatling has turned down an offer from the Giants to formally request an AFL trade to Adelaide.
Ryles continues reshaping Eels with Williams signing
New Parramatta NRL coach Jason Ryles has landed a significant signing in Cronulla forward Jack Williams, who will join the club from next season.
Nothing untoward in tackle that injured Cleary: King
Melbourne prop Josh King has addressed the tackle that aggravated Nathan Cleary's shoulder injury as the Storm prepare to face Penrith in the NRL grand final.
Galvin in representative frame, Fittler back coaching
Lachlan Galvin in line for first representative jersey as Brad Fittler prepares to make his return to head coaching with the Prime Minister's XIII.
Police go-ahead for contentious pro-Palestine rally
Police and pro-Palestine protesters have reached agreement allowing a rally to go ahead in Sydney over the weekend, after the dispute reached the Supreme Court.
Why Bellamy won’t be coaching NSW Origin side in 2025
Craig Bellamy has ruled out replacing Michael Maguire as NSW State of Origin coach, believing the job should be for someone not in charge of a club.
Leave Lebanon now, but for some, it’s not that easy
Lebanese Australians are watching on in horror as Israel bombs southern parts of Lebanon and the capital, Beirut, levelling buildings and killing hundreds.
Jahrome Hughes wins maiden Dally M Medal
Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes has claimed the NRL's top individual prize, edging out James Tedesco by one point to win his maiden Dally M Medal.
Hawks shake off Suns, move to second spot on AFLW log
Hawthorn have defied a blustery breeze and a valiant challenge from Gold Coast to continue their impressive AFLW charge in 2024.
Veteran Polkinghorne retires from Matildas football
Matildas defender Clare Polkinghorne has called time on her 19-year international football career.
Josh Curran re-signs with NRL’s Bulldogs
Utility forward Josh Curran will remain with Canterbury until the end of the 2026 season after signing a new one-year deal.
Swans veteran Parker requests trade to North Melbourne
Sydney veteran Luke Parker wants an AFL trade to the Kangaroos after months of speculation surrounding his playing future.