Essendon's bold finals vow after 'most challenging year'
Essendon star Sam Durham reveals the Bombers' simple goal for 2026: saying the F-word and finally playing finals. New leaders aim to end infamous 20-year drought.
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Scorchers' Power Play Fuels BBL Finals Charge
The Perth Scorchers' aggressive batting strategy is paying dividends, putting them on track for the BBL finals. Discover how their power-hitting commitment is reshaping their season.
Scorchers hold nerve to beat Strikers in BBL thriller
Mitch Marsh's explosive 88 powers Perth Scorchers to a 32-run win over Adelaide Strikers, boosting their BBL finals hopes. Read the full match analysis.
West Coast and Fremantle Players Needing a Big Pre-Season
As the 2025 AFL pre-season looms, key players from West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers are under pressure to perform. Discover who must step up to shape their club's 2026 fortunes.
Scorchers Hand BBL Debut to Spinner Luke Holt
Perth Scorchers will debut leg-spinner Luke Holt against Adelaide Strikers in a critical Big Bash League match. The move comes as the team battles injuries ahead of the finals push.
NFL Play-Offs: Jobs on the Line in Cutthroat Finals
The wild 2024 NFL season reaches its climax with the cutthroat play-offs. Coaches' jobs are at stake as 14 teams battle for the Super Bowl. Get the full fixture and analysis.
Test Stars Return for Big Bash League Finals Push
Australia's Test champions are set to ignite the Big Bash League finals. Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, and Usman Khawaja headline the returning stars. Read the full team updates.
AFL clubs return to pre-season training in sweltering heat
AFL players are back in gruelling pre-season training as nine clubs hit the track in scorching conditions, beginning their quest for the 2026 premiership. Follow our coverage.
AFL clubs return to training in scorching summer heat
AFL players are back at training, enduring extreme heat as they prepare for the 2026 season. See which clubs and stars hit the track first.
Highton's T20 Finals Berth Fuels Promotion Push
Geelong's Highton Cricket Club secures a T20 finals berth, boosting their promotion hopes as skipper Nathan Hargreave delivers a match-winning performance. Read the full match report.
Scorchers' Injury Boost: Allen, Evans Race for BBL Finals
The Perth Scorchers are giving key batsmen Finn Allen and Laurie Evans every opportunity to prove their fitness ahead of the BBL finals. Get the latest team news and injury updates.
Illawarra Hawks Must String Wins for NBL Finals Bid
Illawarra Hawks coach Justin Tatum says his team must find consistency and win three straight games to have any chance of defending their NBL title. Read the full analysis ahead of their crucial clash with South East Melbourne Phoenix.
Richardson Released for Scorchers, Allen Fitness Race
Perth Scorchers receive a major boost with Jhye Richardson's release for BBL finals. Meanwhile, Finn Allen faces a fitness race to be available for the crucial clash.
BPCA Finals Race Heats Up With Three Spots Available
The final round of the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association A1 Grade season is set for a thrilling climax, with three finals places still undecided. See who's in the running.
Marsh & Hardie Return to Form, Boost Scorchers' Finals Hopes
The Perth Scorchers' finals charge is back on track after Mitch Marsh and Aaron Hardie found form in a crucial win over the Sydney Thunder. Get the full BBL match report.
Glory's Peters Confident of Ending Finals Drought
Perth Glory coach Stephen Peters believes his A-League Women's side is well-positioned to secure a top-six finish and end a finals absence dating back to 2019. Key players are nearing returns ahead of a crucial clash with Newcastle Jets.
Biggest AFL Upsets Every Year Since 2000
Relive the most stunning AFL upsets from 2000 to 2024, featuring West Coast, Fremantle, and Geelong shocks. Discover the games that defied all odds.
Capital region farmers grapple with severe drought conditions
Farmers around Canberra battle a severe dry spell, with poor rainfall and high kangaroo numbers straining resources. Discover the impact and forecasts.
AFL Origin rules block Will Ashcroft from Victoria team
Brisbane Lions young gun Will Ashcroft denied chance to play for Victoria in AFL State of Origin due to last-minute eligibility rule change. Full predicted teams revealed.
De Minaur opens up on mental battle and 2026 goals
Alex de Minaur reflects on a turbulent 2025 season, revealing his mental struggles and renewed focus for 2026. The Aussie star discusses his mindset shift and aims for a Grand Slam breakthrough.
Liam Baker misses West Coast Eagles training sessions
West Coast Eagles recruit Liam Baker has been held out of back-to-back training sessions as the club manages a minor calf issue. Get the latest on his recovery and the Eagles' pre-season progress.
Geelong's Junior Netball Grand Finals Showcase
The GNCA Junior Netball Grand Finals were a spectacular display of skill and sportsmanship. See the best photos and results from a thrilling day of competition.
Perry's ton seals Sixers' WBBL finals berth in thriller
Ellyse Perry smashed a career-best 111 to lead the Sydney Sixers to a heart-stopping one-run victory over Adelaide Strikers, securing their first WBBL finals spot in three years. Read the full match report.
Dairy farmer buys hay after floods as drought returns
Gloucester dairy farmer Mark Harris, hit by record floods in May, now battles drought. He's spending thousands on feed and repairs as the Hunter faces a rapid dry spell. Read his story.
WBBL match abandoned after bizarre pitch damage
A crucial WBBL clash in Adelaide was abandoned after a ball went under the heavy roller, creating a hole in the pitch. The no-result complicates the tight finals race. Get the full story.
Scorchers' Darke: Missing WBBL Finals a Failure
Perth Scorchers batter Maddy Darke speaks out on the team's disappointing WBBL season, calling their finals absence a failure and setting sights on 2025 redemption.
Cairns students compete in national robotics finals
A gifted team of Cairns students is set to showcase their engineering skills at the National Robotics Finals. Discover how their innovative project could bring glory to Far North Queensland.
Mount Molloy water supply fails, residents rely on bottled water
Mount Molloy residents are forced onto bottled water after their town supply runs dry. Council scrambles to fix the critical infrastructure failure. Read the latest on this Far North Queensland crisis.
AFL Draft: The Method Behind Recruiters' Bizarre Questions
Discover why AFL recruiters ask draftees everything from spelling backwards to fighting giant ducks. Learn how these strange tests prepare young players for professional football.
BOM Releases Severe Summer 2025 Weather Forecast
Australia faces a severe summer with extreme heat, elevated bushfire risk, and potential drought conditions. Learn how to prepare for the challenging months ahead.
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