Mexico withdraws bid to host 2036 Olympic Games
As the Paris 2024 Olympics moves ever closer, Mexico has announced it has pulled out of the race to host the 2036 Games.
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Game might be over for Gabba’s $2.7b Olympic rebuild
An expensive rebuild of the Gabba could have already run its race only months after being announced as a review of the 2032 Olympic venues gets under way.
Rippon’s coaching first offers Stingers an Olympic edge
Rebecca Rippon, set to be just the second woman to coach a water polo team at an Olympics, has named her squad for next month's World Championships.
Pre-Games transport options being stalled by train deal
Public transport options to and from Brisbane Airport will be prioritised as the government continues to navigate an aging, monopolised train contract.
Hooper’s Olympic sevens tilt hits snag as debut delayed
Michael Hooper's Olympic ambitions have hit a speed bump, with the former Wallabies captain's rugby sevens debut put on hold until at least late February.
Fitzgibbons’ Games path opened after shock call-up
She fell victim to the World Surf League's mid-season cut but Sally Fitzgibbons still has a chance to ride the waves for Australia at this year's Olympic Games.
Hauser heeds Brownlee’s tried and tested Games advice
Matt Hauser is aware of the history and says it's time the Australian men did their bit as he chases gold in the triathlon at this year's Paris Olympics.
New Year’s Eve party over, now what’s in store for 2024
New Year's festivities over, another year of uncertainty has dawned with hangovers from 2023 but some predictions for 2024 suggest better times ahead.
‘Divisive’ Oly portfolio axed in new-look state cabinet
The revamped Queensland cabinet does not feature an Olympics portfolio, with new state premier Steven Miles saying it had become "divisive".
Paris peak the target for world-beating Aussie sevens
Two wins to begin the world rugby sevens series has led Australia's women to go "back to the drawing board" in an effort to peak for the Paris Olympics.
Key Olympic projects, Gabba rebuild to be reviewed
Key Brisbane Olympic infrastructure projects like the controversial Gabba rebuild will be reconsidered by a new-look Queensland government.
Rippon promoted in historic Stingers water polo move
Two-time Olympian Rebecca Rippon will be the first female to coach the Australian women's water polo team.
Opals great Jackson in frame for Olympics comeback
Lauren Jackson has been included in the Opals' extended squad for February's Olympic Games qualifying tournament in Brazil.
Fox to seek key Olympic role while paddling for gold
Jessica Fox is to stand for membership of the International Olympic Committee's Athletes' Commission while paddling for glory in Paris.
Six pack crack Paris boxing berths in Games gold rush
Six Australians have secured Paris Olympic boxing berths and they could be joined by six more after a bountiful Pacific Games campaign in Honiara.
Row erupts over AFL, cricket team relocation project
The Queensland government has been warned its major relocation project for AFL and cricket teams in Brisbane is "not a done deal" after a funding row erupted.
Brisbane mayor quits ‘dysfunctional’ Olympic ‘talkfest’
Brisbane's Lord Mayor has resigned from the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games advisory body and criticised the Palaszczuk government's Gabba redevelopment plan.
Gregson’s marathon effort to run at Paris Olympics
A marathon in Spain will serve as an Olympic selection shootout for a host of Australian women, including three-time track Olympian Genevieve Gregson.
Game on as Gabba scores $2.7b rebirth for Olympics
The Gabba will be out of action for four years while it is rebuilt as the showpiece for the 2032 Olympics as part of a $2.7 billion project.
Whitehead to showcase kite foil thrills at Olympics
Townsville's Breiana Whitehead is the first sailor named on Team Australia for Paris 2024, set to debut in the new Olympic class of kite foil.
Michael Hooper signs up for Aussie sevens Olympic bid
Veteran Australian rugby star Michael Hooper is to take up a new challenge as a sevens player for the national squad, with an eye on striking Olympic gold.
Qld blueprint for 2032 Olympics and beyond unveiled
The Queensland government has revealed its blueprint for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and beyond as part of a bold 20-year plan.
Elevate 2042: Queensland beyond the 2032 Olympics
The Queensland government has unveiled a bold 20 year plan for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and beyond with the Elevate 2042 legacy strategy.
Australian shooters hit target with nine Paris spots
Laetisha Scanlon has held her nerve to win the women's trap at the Oceania Championships, but two fellow Olympic shooters lost at the Paris qualifier.
Jess Fox would be fitting Olympic flagbearer: Meares
Jess Fox has booked her ticket to a fourth consecutive Olympic Games but has laughed off talk she could be chosen as Australia's flagbearer.
Gentle cautious as historic 10th Noosa title beckons
Ashleigh Gentle's move to middle-distance racing means there is no exposed form behind her assault on a 10th Noosa Triathlon title.
Fowler, Kerr sink Taiwan as Matildas target Uzbekistan
Sam Kerr has made it five goals across three Olympic qualifiers and Mary Fowler scored a dazzler in the Matildas' 3-0 win over Taiwan in Perth.
Star-studded Matildas give Gustavsson a real headache
The Matildas will take on Uzbekistan in a two-legged play-off in February, with the winner to secure a place at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
Australian shooters target Olympic Games berths
Australian shooters hope to claim the majority of 14 quota spots for next year's Paris Olympics in coming days at the Oceania Championships.
Sam Kerr says backflipping days could be over
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has thrived in her Perth homecoming, scoring four goals across Olympic qualifying wins against Iran and the Philippines.
Kerr, Foord score hat-tricks as Matildas post 8-0 win
Sam Kerr has scored a memorable hat-trick in front of her home fans as the Matildas crushed the Philippines 8-0 in their Olympic qualifier.