No ‘sweetheart deals’ for sports-loving energy giants
Some of Australia's leading companies are fending off accusations they are trying to buy public support with sponsorship of sports events and the arts.
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Blind jiu jitsu warrior to inspire at world titles
Kadek Artayana hopes his journey to the Brazilian jiu jitsu world championships can inspire anyone with a disability to believe anything is possible.
Sporting codes unite in support for voice referendum
More than 20 leading Australian sports have come together to deliver a message in support of the voice to parliament ahead of the referendum.
Chiefs bounce back to winning form in Super Rugby
The Chiefs have wasted no time in regaining their Super Rugby Pacific mojo with a 23-12 win over the Hurricanes in Hamilton.
Aussie Groves wins chaotic Giro d’Italia fifth stage
Australian cyclist Kaden Groves has survived to win a damp, chaotic fifth stage of the Giro d'Italia on a crash-strewn day.
Deputy premier slams critics for ‘politicising’ tragedy
The Palaszczuk government has touted a young offenders program while accusing its critics of politicising a tragedy as it defends its approach to youth crime.
Jones likens Volkanovski’s UFC legacy to his own
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones believes Australian Alexander Volkanovski will take over his mantle as the world's best when he retires.
Manly target Seibold success against old club Brisbane
Manly prop Josh Aloiai has laid bare his team's desire to beat Brisbane for Anthony Seibold, after the Sea Eagles coach's tough stint at the Broncos.
Widow of AFL great calls for better concussion support
Action is needed to stop athletes taking the field when concussed, the widow of former footballer Danny Frawley has told a Senate inquiry.
Ex-Geelong star Gary Ablett Sr sues AFL ‘for millions’
An Australian Rules football legend is the latest player to sue the AFL for damages over concussion injuries he sustained while playing.
Hazara refugees shine in Easter sports competition
Hundreds of Hazara refugees who escaped the Taliban have held an annual sports tournament, which for many players has provided a sense of a home away from home.
Does exercise help you lose weight?
It’s no surprise exercise is one of the first things we turn to when we decide it’s time to lose weight. But does exercise help you lose weight, or is it just diet?
States mark 100-day countdown for Women’s World Cup
Ahead of the highly-anticipated FIFA Women's World Cup, NSW Premier Chris Minns says the biggest ever women's football event will be "history-making" for NSW.
Record-breaking rower to reach home soil
After spending 238 days at sea on a solo row across the Pacific Ocean, Michelle Lee will finally step foot on land, arriving in Cairns.
Russian athletes to compete at Brisbane Olympics
The Australian Olympic Committee maintains Russian athletes will compete at the 2032 Brisbane Games despite calls from the federal government for the opposite.
Concussion class action could be $1b headache for AFL
Margalit Injury Lawyers has launched a class action against the AFL over on behalf of players who suffered concussion-related injuries over almost 40 years.
Dolphins thump Roosters, cap fairtyale NRL debut
Wayne Bennett's Dolphins have rocked the Sydney Roosters 28-18 on debut, with enforcer Felise Kaufusi winning the Artie Legacy Medal for a brutal display.
Paralympic Games broadcast rights still up in the air
Paralympics Australia is in talks over an alternative broadcast deal for the 2032 Brisbane Paralympics after the Nine Network left them hanging.
Australia joins Paris Olympics ‘neutrality’ call
Australia has joined 34 other nations who want clarification from the IOC on what "neutrality" means ahead of next year's Paris Olympics.
Re-jigged Queensland Reds locked in for Super start
Queensland will potentially get creative to address their injury-hit lock stocks in Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific season opener against the Hurricanes.
Complete Gabba rebuild in $7b Brisbane Olympics deal
A complete rebuild of Brisbane's Gabba stadium and a new 17,000 seat arena in the city will form the cornerstone's of Queensland's Olympic infrastructure.
Outgoing Lions skipper names three captaincy candidates
Dayne Zorko believes Harris Andrews, Lachie Neale and Hugh McCluggage are capable of taking over as Brisbane Lions captain this year.
Australian Sports Commission facing sex abuse lawsuit
A high-performance para-athlete is suing the Australian Sports Commission for allegedly failing to act against sex abuse claims while she was at the AIS.
NSW sports schools designated ‘Olympic pathways’
It's hoped a new partnership between NSW sports schools and the Australian Olympic Committee will help create future generations of Olympians and Paralympians.
Boost promised for ‘chronically underfunded’ NSW sports
NSW Labor is promising more money for community sport if elected, saying the sector's funding has been effectively frozen since the Sydney Olympics.
Rugby star charged over sex assault
Rugby Union star Kurtley Beale has been charged with sexually assaulting a woman in Sydney's east last year.
Tributes pour in for World Cup great Pele
Footballers past and present, alongside world leaders, have led tributes across the globe to Brazil great Pele following his death at the age of 82.
Majestic Pele was beautiful game’s King
Pele won a record three World Cups in his peerless soccer career and was regarded unaminously as one of his sport's all-time greatest players
Aussie science kicks winner on penalties
University of Queensland scientists have developed a model that gives soccer players their best chance of kicking a penalty goal.
Morocco make soccer history, Ronaldo exits
Morocco have become the first African country to reach the World Cup semi-finals by beating Portugal 1-0 and ending Cristiano Ronaldo's dream.
Community sport on a losing streak in NSW
Young people wanting to play sport in NSW are turned away or forced to drive for hours because there are not enough playing fields, pools and sports courts.