Who is the GOAT sporting family in Australia?
Australia has a long history of producing parent-child sporting greatness, but which famous name stands above the rest?
Women's Sport
Season preview: Club rugby’s ultimate guide, players to watch
Qld Premier Rugby: Here’s your ultimate club rugby guide to the new season.
Kiwi duo, Tigers’ terror headline harvey 17, 19 teams of the week
The round 6 Harvey Norman U17, U19 Teams of the Week includes a three code wonder who remains an uncontracted NRLW prospect just waiting to be snapped up. More here.
Qld Junior reps: Broncos signee among Wednesday night wonders
Qld junior reps round 4: A Broncos junior signing scored the matchwinner for Wynnum while a slick Bears fullback scored on the hooter against the competition’s best side. See who else starred in Wednesday’s clashes league here.
Jessica, Noemie Fox go from hugs in Paris to rivals on home waters at Penrith
In Paris Jessica and Noemie Fox watched each other win gold medals from the shoreline. In Penrith later this year the sisters will be pitted against each other in the search for world crowns
Medal hauls, emerging stars, smiles galore at NSW surf life saving titles
There were impressive medal hauls, new rivalries established and emerging stars racing into the limelight at full tilt. Stars and standouts of the opening days of the NSW Surf Life Saving titles
Athletes or the boardroom? Which women really wield power in sport
Women hold some of the most powerful positions in Australian sport – and boast some of the country’s most recognisable athletes. But who really holds the power?
Spirit of success: Bendigo claims first WNBL title in over a decade
Bendigo claimed its first WNBL championship in over a decade with a clutch 63-55 victory over Townsville in front of 5,400 fans inside a heaving sold-out Fire Pit.
Waratahs schoolgirl in league of her own in rugby
It was the best week of her life, but teenage Waratahs rugby gun Millie Parker spent a fair bit of it in tears as she made a very special debut.
Dragons gun knocks back big offers from NRLW rivals
The Dragons have scored a huge win under new coach Nathan Cross, with star fullback Teagan Berry shunning offers from rivals to stay loyal to the club. NRLW SIGNINGS NEWS
NSW overhaul: Teen star called up in Origin halves shake-up
On the back of last year’s humiliating series defeat, new Sky Blues coach John Strange is poised to make mass changes to the NSW squad, ushering in an under-19s Origin star as part of a halves overhaul.
Lovers’ tiff fears behind Bulldogs coach quitting
The Canterbury Bulldogs NRLW side is still without a head coach. Here is the untold story about the controversial exit of the man who was supposed to guide the club through its inaugural season.
NRLW coach’s bold bid to save women’s Vegas game
A premiership-winning NRLW coach has called for the NRL to give the women’s game a proper contest in Vegas 2026 instead of axing it entirely.
AFL icon reveals heartbreaking diagnosis
AFL icon Dani Laidley has revealed she has been diagnosed with a ‘very rare’ brain tumour after suffering a spate of bad headaches.
Scouting notes: Cats add ex-AFLW talent, Falcons grads to VFLW list
Fans got their first look at Geelong’s VFLW list in a pre-season scratch match, the new-look side aided by the experience of two ex-AFLW names. Plus, a Geelong champion lines up for the opposition.
The Ashcroft prophecy: Meet the sibling who might be best of all
Forget Marcus, Will and Levi, there’s another 15-year-old Ashcroft sibling who is tracking toward stardom. ELIZA REILLY speaks to Lucy at a major checkpoint in her footy journey.
Razor return? AFL umpire shortage sparks call for help
An unprecedented umpire shortage is looming for the AFL later this year, and it could force the league to call on some old umpiring faces to make a return.
T-Birds’ main threat, Vixens’ gamble: Medhurst’s team breakdown
Will the Thunderbirds make it a three-peat? NAT MEDHURST makes her fearless Super Netball season predictions and identifies the pros and cons of every club.
Netball’s hated super shot here to stay after NZ, England introduction
Love it or hate it, the super shot is here to stay after its introduction to the England and NZ leagues this season. And one star is suggesting it could be added to the international game.
Super Netball top 30: Game’s new queen revealed
The Super Netball season is just days away, but who is the best player in the league? EMMA GREENWOOD dives into the debate and comes up with 2025’s Top 30 netball stars. See the full list inside, and have your say.
Alexander: Netball’s toughest times forges a Diamonds leader
Diamonds skipper Liz Watson opens up to her first national coach Lisa Alexander about the challenges of leadership, the role models that have shaped her and her deep love of the game.
Gardner ruled out of T20 series
A Queensland all-rounder has been rewarded for her good form by being named as the replacement for the injured Ashleigh Gardner in Australia’s T20 squad.
Breakers land major coup as rich get richer ahead of title defence
The rich are getting richer. Fresh from bringing superstar Ellyse Perry back to NSW, the Breakers are on the verge of adding another high-profile recruit for their title defence.
Proof ex-Aussie captain has still got it
Meg Lanning is younger than the Australian captain who replaced her after her shock retirement and continues to show she could still be an international force.
Star’s plea for more after award glory
After being crowned the best player in the country days after making history at the MCG, Annabel Sutherland says her all-conquering Australian team deserves more respect.
Live stream: ‘Promising’ Panthers ready for grand final rematch
South Adelaide will look to start a new chapter as it prepares for a showdown with reigning premier Contax to begin the Netball SA Premier League season. See how to watch LIVE here.
Live stream: How Hawks lured Tassie’s top star to the VNL
Hawks have their new shooting weapon in a six-time Tasmanian MVP – but it was a simple method which enticed the star to switch states. See how to watch Hawks v Warriors LIVE.
Watch replay: Cripps secure major scalp in Hawks encounter
Cripps made a massive mid-season statement on Saturday, knocking off the Hawks to show they are a serious TNL contender this season. Watch the REPLAY here.
Live stream: Australia’s top young netballers set for national title fight
Future Diamonds and Super Netball stars will look to make their mark when the 2025 National Netball Championships is exclusively live streamed here. See how to watch every match.
Insight
America’s Cup women gearing up for new fight after shock loss
Shocked Australian sailors hugged and cried when bundled out of the women’s America’s Cup. A quick reset and they were gearing up for a new fight – and another crack at winning the event
‘Structural imbalance’ plagues women’s sport in Australia
2023 was a banner year for women’s sport in Australia, with the rise of the Matildas and the domination of our swimmers. But to those behind the scenes, there’s still plenty more to do.
Watch replay: Lane steps up to drive Women in Sport agenda
AFLW legend Daisy Pearce has seen plenty of change for women in sport in her lifetime, but she believes there is a long way to go. Watch the sporting icon lead a discussion with sports greatest minds on Friday.
Busting the biggest myth about women’s sport
Last year’s Women’s World Cup didn’t just break records – it tore down several tropes associated with women’s sport. But the biggest myth that needs busting remains.
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