Australian 800m star Peter Bol begins his quest for Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow with a season opener on home soil at the Perth Track Classic next month. Get the latest on his form, family life, and fierce competition.
Jayco AlUla's Australian squad faces a steep climb to the Tour Down Under after a punishing national championships. Get the full review and team outlook here.
Canberra's teenage running sensation Cameron Myers missed a gold medal due to two blackouts. AIS doctors have now cleared him for a crucial US tour. Read the full story.
Australia's athletics team clinched a stunning 4x2km mixed relay gold at the World Cross Country Championships in Florida. Discover how the quartet made history.
Perth-raised golfer Maddison Hinson-Tolchard, now a pro on the Ladies European Tour, aims to qualify for major championships in 2026 after a stellar rookie season. Read her journey.
National champion Luke Plapp targets consecutive victory in the elite men's road race through Perth's Kings Park. Can he hold off rivals like Kelland O'Brien?
Cricket Australia's review could scrap ACT teams, merging them into an 'Allies' side. This threatens the development pathway for Canberra's future cricket stars like Jason Behrendorff.
Victorian cyclist Ruby Roseman-Gannon secures her third national criterium championship in a dominant Perth performance. Read the full race report and results here.
South Australian junior Wil Holmes clinched the under-23 men's time trial title at the Australian Road Cycling Championships in Ballarat. Get the full race results and reaction.
Australian Olympic backstroker Iona Anderson is targeting the 2026 Commonwealth Games after a successful return from a disc injury at the Japan Open. Read her recovery journey.
Australian cycling star Luke Plapp defends his national time trial title in Perth, with Jay Vine tipped as the main challenger. Get the full preview and schedule.
Western Australia's teams face tough competition at the Australian Country Cricket Championships in Busselton-Margaret River. Get the latest scores, standout players, and updates from junior country week in Perth.
Grand Tour star Jay Vine brings top form to Perth's AusCycling championships, aiming to clinch his elusive first national road race title. Can he outsmart the team tactics?
Canberra commuters face major disruptions as Commonwealth Avenue Bridge closes and Northbourne Avenue light rail works begin simultaneously. Plan your route and expect delays.
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.
Perth motorists warned of major disruptions as the Westbridge Funds Road National Championships take over central roads from Jan 7-11. Plan ahead for delays.
Paris Olympic gold medallist Conor Leahy returns to Perth for the Road National Championships, aiming for a top-five finish in front of his home crowd. Get the full schedule and his LA 2028 ambitions.
A severe storm cut short racing at the Australian Skiff Championships on Lake Macquarie, causing broken masts. Over 100 crews are competing this week. Read more.
Discover Glasgow's best bars and its urban whisky distillery as the city prepares to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games. From historic pubs to riverfront tastings.
Perth is set for a blockbuster 2026 with a huge lineup of world-class entertainment, sport, and culture. From Lady Gaga to the Commonwealth Games, here's your guide to the year's must-see events.
Newcastle's Kate McTaggart, 19, is set for her NSW Country senior debut at the Australian Country Cricket Championships after a dominant summer. Discover how her form and the team's new look could change their fortunes.
New tender documents for Canberra's $138 million aquatic centre reveal no dive pool or boards, angering users who expected a like-for-like replacement. Key sports and community assets are now under threat.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
Relive the iconic moments of 2025 through award-winning photography from The West Australian, featuring a 103-year-old's celebration, historic election win, and sporting triumphs. See the gallery now.
Australian middle-distance star Cameron Myers withdraws from the mixed relay team for the 2026 World Cross Country Championships. Jack Anstey steps in to join the star-studded squad. Read the full details.
A Townsville dancer's heartfelt routine honouring her late mother resulted in a stunning double win at the National Australian Pole Championships. Read the moving story.
A Canberra public servant sacked for making frequent, unsubstantiated complaints has lost his unfair dismissal claim. The Fair Work Commission found his behaviour was 'vexatious and malicious'.
The Australian rowing community mourns the loss of Robin Poke AM, a giant of the sport as a journalist, administrator and family man. Read about his remarkable life and legacy.
Wollongong athletics star Maiya Hewitt, 16, has smashed the world championship qualifying time with a stunning 400m personal best. Discover her race strategy and path to Oregon.
Australian cycling star Ben O'Connor returns home to Perth, aiming for the green and gold jersey at the AusCycling Road National Championships. Discover his quest for glory.