An Australian inventor has created a world-first safety collar for cricket shirts, designed to protect players from catastrophic neck injuries following on-field tragedies. Discover the innovation set to change the game.
Discover how Graham Brown turned a passion into a profession, capturing iconic Illawarra sporting moments and earning global recognition. His story is one of timing, persistence, and pure love for the game.
Developers seek a January 13 extension for the Tuggeranong ice rink, vowing to grow ice sports but aiming to reduce seating capacity. An upcoming AIHL decision could impact plans.
Leading Australian athletes are demanding a Royal Commission into the organisation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Bondi, citing major governance and safety concerns. Read the full story.
Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn is in a stable condition after being diagnosed with meningitis. Get the latest on his health scare and recovery journey.
Relive the most glamorous 2025 weddings of Australia's Olympic swimmers, jockeys, soccer players and AFL legends. See who tied the knot this year.
Popular Australian sports presenter Duncan McKenzie-McHarg has died in Los Angeles aged 41. Tributes flow for the former Triple M, Channel 7, and Stan Sport broadcaster.
The Illawarra Mercury unveils its exclusive list of 56 standout young athletes set to dominate courts, fields, pools, and slopes in 2025. Discover the region's future champions.
Football Australia has issued lengthy bans to four players for spot-fixing offences, with Riku Danzaki banned for seven years and Clayton Lewis and Kearyn Baccus for four years. Read the full details of the yellow card betting scandal.
Cricket legend Justin Langer argues parents and coaches must replace gut feelings with data to identify true sporting talent in children. Discover his evidence-based approach.
Perth entrepreneur Ben Hartman launches AFL-focused betting platform PlayWest, aiming to capture the WA market. Discover how this local startup plans to compete.
Legendary Australian sports broadcaster Bruce McAvaney OAM receives the prestigious World Athletics President's Award for his lifelong contributions to athletics coverage. Discover his remarkable career journey.
Australians remain the world's biggest gambling losers as political inaction allows saturation advertising to target youth. Will Parliament finally act on the Murphy report recommendations?
After 22 years as Sunrise sports anchor, Mark Beretta announces his departure to focus on family and cancer charity work. His final show airs December 12.
Port Stephens Council launches a last-minute bid to host the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre as Newcastle faces community opposition. Could this resolve the stadium standoff?
A fifth man faces charges over alleged suspicious gambling linked to the 2021 and 2022 Brownlow Medal. Former umpire Michael Pell also faces new accusations. Full details on the unfolding scandal.
Townsville celebrates its sporting elite at record-breaking Sportstar Awards. Discover all the winners from this prestigious community event that honours local athletic excellence.
Sky Sports UK's Halo TikTok account aimed at female sports fans was cancelled after just 3 days following widespread backlash over patronising, stereotyped content that missed the mark completely.
Sky Sports' 'Halo' TikTok account for women's sport was axed after just 3 days due to patronising content. Discover how the misfire highlights the need for genuine engagement.
Western Australia's capital is hosting an unprecedented lineup of world-class sporting events, from tennis to football and cricket. Discover how Perth became the nation's sporting epicentre.
New Lambton residents express deep concerns over the proposed Hunter Indoor Sports Centre location, calling the project's challenges 'insurmountable'. Read the latest community reactions.
A $6.5 million wakeboarding park in Geelong gets council approval after resolving aviation safety concerns. The facility promises jobs and tourism benefits for the region.
Over 80 swimmers participated in Coalcliff's beach to Bombie ocean swim, celebrating Dave Winner's inspiring recovery and life-saving foundation. Discover the winners and community impact.
Developers behind Canberra's delayed twin-sheet ice rink hit back at criticism and propose Commonwealth Park and Majura Park as alternative locations to Tuggeranong.
Frustration mounts as Tuggeranong's promised twin-sheet ice sports centre remains unbuilt three years after government approval. Local MLAs and community launch petition to break the freeze.
South Australian Paralympic gold medalist Kieran Modra has tragically died at age 28. The cycling champion's legacy inspires athletes nationwide.
Buckleys Entertainment Centre contributes $10,000 to Geelong football clubs through biannual community program. Discover how local sports benefit from corporate support.
Experience the magic of Geelong Calisthenics 2025 Concert through 120 spectacular photos. See the incredible talent and vibrant performances that dazzled audiences.
Kevin O'Neill, Australia's oldest living Socceroo, celebrates his 100th birthday in Cessnock. The football legend shares his life story and secrets to longevity. Read his inspiring journey.
Hunter residents demand answers as Newcastle's indoor sports facilities fall behind Wagga, Wollongong, and Canberra. Local athletes travel for quality venues while our region is overlooked.