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Riverway Stadium $50M Upgrade Plan Revealed

Townsville's premier sports facility could undergo a dramatic $50 million upgrade, with new grandstands and enhanced community amenities on the drawing board.

Payday Super Approved: Retirement Savings Revolution

Australian workers will see their superannuation paid on payday rather than quarterly under new laws passing Parliament, promising billions in extra retirement savings and closing the gender gap.

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.

SA Jockey Stuns With Melbourne Cup Win on Half Yours

In a fairytale finish that captured hearts across Australia, South Australian jockey Caitlin Jones rode outsider Half Yours to a stunning Melbourne Cup victory, becoming just the second female jockey to win the race that stops a nation.

Metallica Perth concert drug scandal shocks fans

Concertgoers have reported disturbing drug use during Metallica's Perth performance, with witnesses describing 'disgusting' behaviour and serious safety concerns at Optus Stadium.

Teen avoids charges over stadium knife

A 16-year-old boy caught with a 20cm knife outside Optus Stadium has avoided criminal charges through a police caution, sparking discussions about youth justice and concert security.

St Kilda signs Irish teen McDonald in AFL coup

St Kilda Football Club has secured Irish teenager Kobe McDonald through the AFL's international rookie program, while Brisbane Lions add versatile defender Ben Murphy to their roster in a busy post-trade period.

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.

England thump Wallabies despite Harry Potter magic

England's rugby union team delivered a commanding performance against the Wallabies, overcoming a spectacular debut try from Harry Potter in a thrilling Test match that left Australian fans disappointed.

Eagles' stunning turnaround ends Swans' finals hopes

West Coast Eagles complete stunning turnaround from AFL cellar dwellers to finals contenders as Sydney's season ends in heartbreak. The remarkable resurgence has fans dreaming of September action.

Mitch Marsh's huge six stuns cricket world in T20 win

Australian all-rounder Mitch Marsh has left the cricket world speechless with a monstrous six that sailed out of Barsapara Stadium during Australia's thrilling T20 win against India, showcasing pure power hitting at its finest.

Geelong Cats lose three AFLW stars to retirement

Geelong Cats face a significant reshuffle as forwards Shelley Scott, Kate Darby and captain Meghan McDonald all announce their AFLW retirement in a triple departure that rocks the club.

Metallica No Risk to Ashes Pitch: Stadium Boss

Optus Stadium boss Mike McKenna guarantees the hallowed turf will be pristine for the First Ashes Test despite Metallica's thunderous concert just days before the historic cricket clash.

Metallica Rocks Perth: Optus Stadium Show This Saturday

The countdown is on as Perth prepares for an earth-shaking Metallica concert at Optus Stadium. Get the inside scoop on setlist predictions, fan excitement, and everything you need to know about WA's biggest metal event of the year.

McDonald's Melbourne Cup Pick: Meydaan The Dark Horse

Champion jockey James McDonald reveals why Meydaan could be his secret weapon for Melbourne Cup success, sharing exclusive insights about the emerging stayer's potential to dominate Australia's greatest race.

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