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Subiaco 1973 premiership hero Dick Manning dies

Subiaco Football Club mourns the passing of 1973 premiership player Dick Manning, a key figure in ending the Lions' 49-year flag drought. Remembering a tenacious wingman and beloved teammate.

Defunct Canberra soccer club leaves $627,000 shortfall

Liquidator's report reveals Gungahlin United FC owes $682,000 with only $55,000 in assets, leaving players, parents and government out of pocket. Read the full breakdown of the Canberra football collapse.

Canberra's Civic Pool to close, taking diving legacy with it

Canberra's iconic Civic Olympic Pool, a summer hub for 70 years, is slated for demolition. The new aquatic centre lacks diving facilities, sparking community concern over lost heritage and youth space. Discover what the city stands to lose.

Vandals destroy kids' cubby at Queenscliff sports club

A beloved children's cubby house at Queenscliff Football Netball Club has been destroyed by vandals, leaving the community devastated. The club is now calling for public support to help rebuild the play space for local kids.

WA AFLW Draft Success to Continue: Trent Cooper

WA football's female talent manager Trent Cooper is confident the state's AFLW draft success will roll on, with a strong 2025 crop emerging. Read his insights on the next generation.

New FSC plan tackles player drain and youth retention

Football South Coast announces sweeping competition reforms, including a player points system and promotion/relegation, to combat high squad turnover and boost local talent. Read the full plan here.

New club plan rises from Gungahlin United ashes

Former Gungahlin United volunteers unveil a plan to rebuild a community football club in Canberra's north, backing Belnorth as a partner. The move follows the club's collapse under $700k debt.

WA football participation soars to record 90,017

Football participation in Western Australia has reached a historic high of 90,017 in 2025, fuelled by an 8% surge in women and girls playing the game. Discover the driving forces behind the boom.

Canberra's most expensive and cheapest streets named

A new analysis reveals the priciest and most affordable streets in the ACT, with Forrest's Arthur Circle leading the luxury market. Discover the key drivers and surprising affordability findings.

Alan Ray Oval's $500k facelift as field demand soars

Ainslie Football Club's privately-owned Alan Ray Oval is undergoing a major $500,000 surface renewal, backed by the AFL. The upgrade comes as Canberra sports codes battle for scarce playing fields.

Qatar Airways resumes Canberra flights after five years

Qatar Airways has landed in Canberra for the first time in over five years, becoming the capital's second international carrier. The return flight signals a major boost for tourism and local travellers seeking global connections.

Private investigator runs for WA Football board

Private investigator Claire O'Donnell brings 15 years of grassroots football experience to her campaign for the WA Football Commission board. Discover her vision for the future of the sport.

Danielle Cattalini Runs for WA Football Board

City of South Perth manager Danielle Cattalini is running for the WA Football board, aiming to foster inclusivity and strengthen community connections across the state. Discover her vision.

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