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Qantas Crew Brings FESPA Basketball to Illawarra Youth

In an inspiring community initiative, Qantas cabin crew members have delivered special FESPA basketballs to young athletes in the Illawarra region, creating sporting opportunities and spreading joy through aviation connections.

Illawarra's Rising Female Sports Stars Shine

Discover how the Illawarra region is producing elite female athletes across multiple sports, from soccer superstars to rugby sensations and basketball prodigies.

Newcastle Basketball crafting stadium response

Newcastle Basketball is crafting its official response to community submissions about the proposed stadium redevelopment, marking a critical step forward for the city's sporting future.

Newcastle to Host 2026 Koori Knockout After Yowies Win

Newcastle is poised to welcome the prestigious Koori Knockout in 2026 following the Awabakal Newcastle Yowies' triumphant win at this year's tournament, marking a significant moment for Indigenous rugby league.

Minmi Road Traffic Changes Divide Newcastle

Newcastle City Council is pushing forward with controversial traffic modifications along Minmi Road, sparking heated community debate about safety versus convenience in the growing Maryland, Fletcher and Minmi corridor.

AIS $249.7m redevelopment plans ramp up in Canberra

Major redevelopment plans for Canberra's Australian Institute of Sport are accelerating, with new designs unveiled for the $249.7 million project that will reshape Australia's premier sporting hub.

Newcastle mourns teen cricketer Ben Austin

The Newcastle cricket community is in mourning after the sudden passing of 17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin, remembered as a talented athlete and beautiful soul.

90 Photos: Geelong Cricket & Tennis Action

Dive into our stunning visual showcase of Geelong's sporting weekend, featuring women's cricket dominance and junior tennis stars in action across local competitions.

Wildcats stumble in David Duke Jr's NBL debut

The Perth Wildcats faced a tough opening to their NBL season, falling 89-78 to South East Melbourne Phoenix despite promising signs from American import David Duke Jr in his Australian debut.

Newcastle Bikers Rev Up for Annual Kids Toy Run

Newcastle's beloved Bikers for Kids Toy Run is back, kicking off with an impressive motorcycle display at Newcastle Station. Discover how these big-hearted bikers are spreading Christmas cheer to local children in need.

Charlie Jones: Newcastle's Transport Visionary

Discover the untold story of Charlie Jones, the visionary transport planner whose revolutionary ideas could have transformed Newcastle decades ago. Learn why his forward-thinking proposals were ignored and what we can learn from his legacy today.

Canberra Times Fun Run draws thousands to city streets

Thousands of Canberrans laced up their running shoes for The Canberra Times Fun Run, transforming the city's streets into a vibrant celebration of fitness and community spirit across multiple race distances.

Jarvo joins Aussie anthem in Kangaroos victory

Infamous boundary-breaker Jarvo made another stunning appearance during the Kangaroos' dominant victory over England, standing with Australian players during the national anthem in a bizarre moment that stole headlines.

Teen's Jiu-Jitsu Triumph Over Bone Disease

A Wollongong teenager's inspiring comeback to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu after battling Perthes disease shows the power of determination and family support in overcoming physical challenges.

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