Milford signs with Brisbane Broncos feeder club
Former Broncos and Dolphins playmaker Anthony Milford has made a last-ditch effort to revive his NRL career, signing with one of Brisbane’s feeder clubs.
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Why Konstas’ debut is the most extraordinary in 50 years
If Sam Konstas’ debut was noteworthy merely for him being a teenager, or it being on Boxing Day, or in a massive live series, it would be a big deal. All three puts his first game beyond anything we’ve seen for 50 years.
‘Never know the truth’: Sabalenka weighs in on Tennis’ doping cloud
Ahead of the Brisbane International, world number one Aryna Sabalenka has weighed in on the dark anti-doping cloud currently surrounding Tennis.
From A-League to Europe: What happened to these young Aussies?
They set the A-League alight before signing big moves to Europe. So how are these young Australians tracking at their new clubs? Or have they been moved on? We’ve got the details here.
Banned: Broncos learn Mam’s fate as NRL hands down suspension
Embattled Brisbane five-eighth Ezra Mam will miss at least the first two months of the 2025 season after learning his fate from the NRL following his guilty plea to drug driving.
‘So composed’: Aussies laud Konstas ahead of Test debut
Sam Konstas will become one of Australia’s youngest Test debutants when he steps out in front of a packed MCG on Boxing Day — and the Aussies are confident he’s more than ready.
‘Raise our hands’: RB accepts responsibility in Ricciardo failure
Daniel Ricciardo’s second chapter in Formula 1 met an early end at the Singapore Grand Prix this year and the RB team principal has made an admission about the team’s role in his ill-fated stint.
Panthers premiership stars party at ex-teammate’s wedding
Following Blues teammate Jake Trbojevic said his nuptials, Roosters enforcer Spencer Leniu tied the knot at a star-studded wedding ceremony. See the pictures.
Smashing school kids to smashing Test bowlers: Inside the rise of Konstas
Ed Cowan has kept a close watch on Sam Konstas since first spotting him four years ago, and explains why the ‘rare talent’ has the temperament to thrive in Test cricket.
WATCH: Harvey, Duckett’s all-time BBL stunners
The BBL season isn’t even 10 days old and already we’ve seen two of the catches of the summer. Relive Ben Duckett and Mackenzie Harvey’s efforts and have your say on which was better.
Whose league? Coach takes aim at NBL owner, Loe charged
JackJumpers coach Scott Roth is in hot water for comments about NBL boss Larry Kestelman after battling with referees in Melbourne, while Rob Lowe is also being looked at after being ejected.
Blow for India as star bowler ruled out of remaining Tests
India’s hopes of taking some of the workload off superstar Jasprit Bumrah have nosedived after Mohammed Shami failed to pass his medical exam ahead of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
‘Shocking’: Gades great slams Marvel Stadium’s under-fire surface
Former Melbourne Renegades captain Aaron Finch has questioned how serious Marvel Stadium is about cricket and offered an alternate venue the franchise should consider making its home.
Voges slams ‘substandard’ conditions as Gades down Scorchers
The surface was slammed as “an absolute joke”, there was a catch of the year contender, the roof was hit … and the Renegades came out on top against the Scorchers. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
Leg Buys: BBL boss poised to become a major deal in the USA
The man who has revolutionised the Big Bash in Australia is now in the running to lead cricket’s push into the United States sporting landscape.
India’s cunning plan to stop Lyon’s roar
He hasn’t needed to fire many shots yet this series, but India has a plan to take down Australia’s spinning talisman. Robert Craddock unpacks the tourists’ tricks to taming the GOAT.
Tiger’s son makes INCREDIBLE hole-in-one
Golf: Charlie Woods did not realise that he had just created the moment of the tournament, while his father Tiger missed it entirely.
Tiger Woods’ touching reaction to son’s ace
Tiger Woods shared a huge hug with his son Charlie after the teenager sunk his first ever hole-in-one in a father-son tournament.
Tiger & Charlie dominate PNC C’Ship
Golf: Like father, like son. Tiger and Charlie Woods dominate the first round of the PNC Championship shooting 13-under.
‘There’s always interest’: Asian Tour boss back Aussie golf stop
One of the most influential powerbrokers in professional golf wants to harness the popularity of players like Cameron Smith, emerging as a staunch advocate for the game in Australia as the sport’s civil war inches towards an end.
NRL legend’s missing son found after desperate search
The son of former NRL star James Maloney has been found after a frantic search on Sunday night.
NRL Xmas wish list: Clause curses, Nelson off the naughty list
Some clubs just want a season without any off-field distractions, others need their players to find some focus inside the lines. We take a look at what’s on every NRL club’s wish list this Christmas.
SuperCoach radar: Warriors half to watch in post-Johnson era
Shaun Johnson’s retirement at the Warriors has created a huge SuperCoach opportunity for a Warriors half, who could be a perfect mid-range money-making option for your team.
Pair of cutting Origin sledges top 2024 sporting awards
State of Origin battle lines were crossed as both sides landed on the podium thanks to a pair of cutting sledges. Michael Carayannis and Brent Read deliver their 2024 sporting awards.
Bullets’ rise continues as Prather leads charge over struggling 36ers
Another star showing from Casey Prather has led Brisbane into the top six, as the Bullets get the better of a strong Kendric Davis and the 36ers.
Heat break three-game losing streak
NBA: The Miami Heat bounced back from a three-game losing streak, securing a much-needed win against the Brooklyn Nets.
Daniels DOMINATES in career-high game
NBA: Dyson Daniels had a career-high eight steals on Tuesday as the Australian put on a defensive clinic to help the Atlanta Hawks to a 117-104…
MVP ‘EJECTED’ for ref spray after flop
NBA: Joel Embiid was ejected in the 76ers clash against the Spurs for lashing out at multiple officials, after Victor Wembanyama drew a charging…
Adelaide tease fans with social media play for new ALW signing
Adelaide United have sent A-League fans into a frenzy after their social media signing tease went viral.
Socceroo finds much-needed form
A Scotland-based Socceroo has starred on his return to his club’s first team after a lengthy spell on the bench.
‘Old school’ midfielder starring at United
A major reason for Western United’s move up the A-League ladder has been the form of midfielder Angus Thurgate.
Piers Morgan leads Postecoglou pile-on
Ange Postecoglou is under increasing pressure to keep his job after Tottenham was thrashed by the Premier League leaders.
Australian racing prizemoney bursts through $1bn barrier
Statistics released by national industry bodies have showcased the extraordinary stakes explosion over the past decade that has resulted in record returns to owners and participants.
‘Chautauqua of Hong Kong’ refuses to jump at Pakenham
Stewards will consider the racing future of Global Harmony after the former Hong Kong galloper refused to take part in the last race at Pakenham.
Mertens joins late dad as Pakenham Cup winner with ‘Gai ride’
Beau Mertens ticked off another race his late father Peter won after producing a “Gai Waterhouse ride” on Goldman to salute in the Pakenham Cup.
Maher masterstroke has third Magic Millions within reach
Ciaron Maher has his sights on a third Magic Millions 2YO Classic after Icarian Dream burst into calculations with a powerful win in the BJ McLachlan Stakes.
Schumacher reveals massive family news
Formula One legend Michael Schumacher’s daughter has shared some beautiful news about their family, months after her wedding.
The message from Aussie F1 pair to Melbourne’s latest hopeful
Australia’s latest Formula 1 hopeful, Melbourne teenager James Wharton, has a pair of Aussie drivers in his corner as he aims to follow their path to the top in motorsport. WATCH.
‘Absolute joke’: Fans react to Red Bull move
Red Bull Racing has finally made a call over who will replace Sergio Perez and partner Max Verstappen in the 2025 F1 season.
‘Shameless’: Outrage as Red Bull drops axe
Red Bull has finally put a star driver out of his misery, but the decision on his replacement has caused a stir across the Formula 1 grid.
Tyson Fury’s bombshell retirement decision
Tyson Fury has revealed his retirement decision after his devastating defeat as he looks forward to a Christmas “blowout”.
How Aussie star swapped ditch-digging for a life-changing payday
Sam Goodman freely admits he wasn’t cut out to dig ditches. Listen to the podcast to hear how he landed a life-changing world title fight.
Kostya jets in to join son Tim Tszyu’s wedding celebrations
Tim Tszyu has married long-term partner Alexandra in Sydney in an intimate ceremony in front of 120 people. SEE PICTURES FROM INSIDE THE WEDDING.
Boxer punches himself in face during fight
A boxer has gone viral after he was spotted accidentally punching himself in the face during his fight on the Tyson Fury undercard.
Swifts call upon retired champion to replace co-captain for 2025
A dual premiership midcourter and code-switcher will come out of retirement to play with the NSW Swifts for the 2025 season, replacing the expecting co-captain, Maddy Proud.
How Aussie sport star turned a passion project into $1m idea
She’s the Mavericks’ fearless leader but off the court Amy Parmenter’s impact spreads far and wide. Here’s how she turned a passion project into a million dollars for cancer research.
‘Big market’: Victoria’s push for third Super Netball team
Expansion remains a big talking point in Super Netball and Netball Victoria is pushing the case for a third Victorian team in the state’s biggest growth area.
Revealed: Finals race opens up with VNL fixture shake-up
The Victorian Netball League will return in 2025 with a new-look home-and-away fixture and final series, as one franchise’s first foray into the top division will be tested by a tough opening month.
Rugby v League v AFL: 130+ best and brightest teen talents in NSW
They are the talented, hard-hitting game changers, tough guys and speedsters. Our experts have identified 130+ of the brightest U19s male league, union and Aussie rules prospects in NSW.
Manu scores in rugby debut
Rugby: Rugby league convert Joey Manu has skipped a beat in his transition to union scoring on debut.
Rookie Reds prop in Wallabies training squad
An emerging Queensland Reds prop has been included in a 40-man Wallabies training squad.
Queensland’s strongest footballer rockets into Wallabies squad
A 20-year-old powerhouse prop who can bench press 202.5kg is in the frame for the British & Irish Lions series.
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The statistics that really decide rugby league games
We’ve crunched the data from every regular season game of 2024, looking at 10 key statistics – and can now reveal those that had the biggest impact on the final result and those that didn’t.
Finals failures analysis: Who goes up and who stays down in 2025?
Who will bounce back and who will continue to flounder in 2025? PAMELA WHALEY analyses the bottom nine sides from 2024 to see which teams will and won’t be playing finals footy next season.
NRL transfer tracker: Every signing, player linked with your club
The NRL player market is already in overdrive with a host of big names led by Ben Hunt and Josh Addo-Carr on the move. Keep up to date with all the player movement in our transfer tracker.
NRL predicted round one teams: How Bateman fits in at Cowboys
John Bateman has signed with the Cowboys, but how does he fit into their stacked forward pack? And where will Ben Hunt play for the Broncos? See how every team is predicted to start in 2025.
Replay: Berwick College v Westfields Sports High (U20 Women Div 1 Bronze) – 2024 Basketball Australia Schools Championships Day 5
Watch the full match replay as Berwick College and Westfields Sports High battle for the bronze medal in the Under-20 Division 1 Women at the…
Replay: Yorke Valley v Whyalla (U18 Boys Div 2 GF)—SA Junior Country Basketball Championships Day 2
Watch the full replay of Yorke Valley v Whyalla (U18 Boys Div 2 GF), from Day 2 of the SA Junior Country Basketball Championships.
Superstar’s second-ball duck compounds Australia’s woes
The Aussie batting line-up is crumbling in the series decider against Pakistan in Perth
Replay: Oparah Rajakaruna v Emmeline Gale (U14 Girls Singles) – 2024 Tennis Australia Junior Tour Masters U12, U14 Day 1
Watch the replay as South Australia’s Oparah Rajakaruna takes on Emmeline Gale on day one of the Australian Junior Tour Masters event in Sydney….
League coach investigated over alleged ‘noose photoshop’ image
A rugby league coach has spoken out following allegations a photoshopped image of an opposition player in a noose was displayed by someone while he was coach. An investigation continues as he prepares to join another club eager to return to its glory days.
Cycling Centre of Excellence finds new home
The AusCycling Action and Acceleration Centre of Excellence to be based at Queensland’s Sleeman Sports Complex in lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
Next gen on display at Aus Basketball School Champs
Future star ballers from across the country have gathered on the Gold Coast this week for the 2024 Basketball Australia School Championships. See the full list of hand-picked top players from U17 and U15 division 1:
Toward The Games
Nova Brisbane’s breakfast co-host David ‘Luttsy’ Lutteral and The Courier-Mail editor Chris Jones chronicle Brisbane’s transformation into an Olympic city.
The Herald Sun Footy Podcast
Join the Herald Sun’s Lauren Wood and the team as they talk through the big news of the week, and what’s set for the weekend of footy.
The Lowdown Podcast with Brodie Smith and Tom Rockliff
Every week of the AFL season, discusses footy’s big issues and the personalities behind the players who make the game tick.
$6bn Olympic plan: Gov shuts down bold private bid to rescue 2032 Games
A Miles Government minister has all but shut down plans for an Olympic mega precinct with a stunning 60,000-seat waterfront stadium, revealing tenders had already been issued for the QSAC upgrades. TAKE OUR POLL
‘Worked my butt off, gave my all’: Raygun breaks silence
Aussie breakdancer ‘Raygun’ says the vitriol she’s copped since the Paris Olympics has been devastating because she thought her routine would bring joy but instead it opened the door “to so much hate”.
‘So crazy’: Next stop for youngest gold medallist
There’s only one thing a 14-year-old Olympic gold medallist can do after the Games are done and that’s what’s on Arisa Trew’s mind.
‘Full-circle moment’: Fox’s achievement hits home
Canoe superstar Jess Fox has enjoyed the arrival home as an Olympic gold medallist before, but this time it was her sister’s turn.
Crows order ‘immediate review’ after Thebby mishap
The Crows have ordered an “immediate review” of the planning documentation around their $100m plan to construct a new training base at Thebarton Oval after a mix-up.
Heartbreak at shock death of AFLW trailblazer
Devastated friends have paid tribute to women’s football pioneer Sal Rees whose sudden death at age 58 has sparked an outpouring of emotion.
RIP Redders: Call that nearly made Aussie Test great a Cat
Test great Ian Redpath was honoured at a funeral service, where it was revealed he passed up the chance to play for his beloved Geelong Cats. See the heartfelt tributes to the man known as ‘Redders’.
Foxtel sold in blockbuster $3.4bn deal
Foxtel has been sold in a blockbuster $3.4 billion deal set to shake up Australia’s media and sport landscape.
Has a massive injury opened the door for a new Super Bowl favourite?
With three weeks left in the NFL season, there’s a new Super Bowl favourite: with a longtime nemesis injured, can it turn around years and years of losing?
Superstar goes scorched earth on new format
NBA superstar Kevin Durant did not hold back when asked about the planned changes for this year’s All-Star Game festivities.
USA completely baffled by ‘Australian kick’
A punter’s “Australian kick” has left NFL commentators puzzled, while Aussie sport fans had a very different reaction to America.
Chilling text as NBA star’s body found
A former NBA star has been found dead in tragic circumstances. His pop star ex-wife has released devastating details.
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