The King's School in Sydney has suspended small boat rowing training after a shark was seen breaching just metres from students on the Parramatta River, amid a series of recent shark attacks in NSW.
Frederick Irwin Anglican School teacher Naomi Tekea Craig has been charged with three additional offences, including indecent dealings with a child under 13, following DNA tests confirming her alleged victim fathered her newborn baby.
A former teacher at an Anglican school in Perth has been hit with further child sex charges following the birth of a student's baby, as police continue their investigation.
A Newcastle Herald reader argues that community sport, when focused on wellbeing and inclusion, is vital for youth resilience and mental health. Read the full debate.
Edmund Rice College's 2025 graduates achieve three state rankings, 15 ATARs above 90, and Art Express selections, cementing their academic and creative excellence. Read about their outstanding journey.
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.
With 21% of Australians living with a disability, Sport4All coaches are helping NSW clubs and schools break down barriers. Discover the simple, three-step process to create welcoming spaces for everyone.
New data reveals Gungahlin and Molonglo Valley are severely underserved for sports fields, forcing clubs to use marquees as change rooms. Discover the impact on local sport.
Discover the outstanding North Queensland student-athletes of 2025, celebrated for their dual excellence in academics and sport. Meet the future stars from Townsville and beyond.
The 41st annual South Coast Blues awards have celebrated 17 primary and secondary school athletes. Discover the winners, including President's award recipient and volleyball prodigy Mireille Smith.
Vito Gaudiosi and Nick O'Hara from Crockers Gym have been voted Illawarra's best junior sports coaches in a massive community poll. Discover the full top 20 list and what makes these coaches special.
Meet Neave Borg, the 10-year-old Caves Beach sensation who became a national champion in both swimming and physical culture. Discover her inspiring journey to dual-sport success.
15-year-old Zoe Davies from Warilla is dominating lawn bowls, winning four gold medals at the Under-18 Nationals and challenging the sport's stereotypes. Discover her inspiring journey.
15-year-old Rainer Schilder crowned Australian U17 middleweight champion reveals this may be his final fight. The Dapto High student plans to focus on psychology studies.
Nominations are pouring in for the Illawarra Junior Sports Coach of the Year 2025 awards. Cast your vote now to recognise the region's most dedicated mentors shaping young athletes.
The Geelong Cougars women's football team makes strategic roster changes with exciting new recruit Alex Booker joining while Charli Hoey heads to America for college opportunities.
Discover how the Illawarra region is producing elite female athletes across multiple sports, from soccer superstars to rugby sensations and basketball prodigies.
Leading sports scientist David Lubans reveals how poor coaching practices are contributing to Australia's youth sport dropout crisis and what can be done to keep kids engaged.
Discover the outstanding achievements of Hunter Valley's top young athletes as the Hunter Academy of Sport honours their dedication and sporting excellence across multiple disciplines.