Coach: How Raygun trolling impacted my teenage star’s debut
An Australian Olympic breaking coach has claimed worldwide backlash had a “ridiculous” impact on his teenage star’s own performance in Paris.
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‘Genuine history here’: NBL return on the cards for Queensland club
A stunning return to the National Basketball League could be on the cards for Gold Coast if the Rollers can secure a stadium in one of the city’s major sporting precincts. Read the full story:
‘My time done’: Dropped Rebels rookie to Aussie debut in fortnight
A former Melbourne Rebel who was dumped in the dark days of COVID-19 has made a stunning turnaround and is now representing Australia. Read his story.
‘Pretty throaty one’: Teen’s incredible feat at Aus Interschools Surf champs
Queensland and New South Waled have swept up at the inaugural Australian Interschools Surfing Championships this week. Hear from one junior winner on his incredible feat, plus see which Gold Coast school walked away as overall champions. Full story inside:
Deep dive: Stars to watch at Aus Interschool Surfing Titles
More than 2000 of the country’s best young surfers will compete in the inaugural Australian Interschools Surfing Championships on the Gold Coast. We reveal the must-watch stars who will make history here.
Australia name team for ISA World Junior Surf Champs
One month out from the event, Australia has announced it’s team of 12 for the 2024 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship to be held in El Salvador this May. Full details and team inside:
National Netball Champs 2024: NSW unveiled, Crombie’s bid for one better
The 2024 National Netball Championships are fast approaching. While NSW reveal their new and returning names, one of Queensland’s top shooters is candid with the fact she has unfinished business on the national stage. Full story inside:
Revealed: Players you need to watch at National Netball Championships
Future Diamonds will shine on the court at the National Netball Championships. Find out which players you should be keeping an eye on during the week-long tournament.
‘Never give up’: Disabled surfers smash it at adaptive surf contest
An inspiring North Coast disabled boardrider joined more than 120 surfers from 16 countries at Byron Bay for the Australian Pro Adaptive Surfing Championships. Check out the video.
Freebird: Annual ride keeps rescue chopper sky-high
North Coast cycling enthusiasts keen for the challenge have tackled a 300km-plus stretch in just five days – raising funds to keep the Westpac Life Saver Helicopter in the air. See the photos
Day, Rogers claim Summer of Surf series win after Classic finish
Surfers Paradise’s Ali Day and Maroochydore’s Tiarnee Massie have claimed the day two Ironman and Ironwoman titles at the Shannon Eckstein Classic at BMD Northcliffe. See howthe two day event unfolded.
Sharks returning to home away from home
The Cronulla Sharks will be looking to extend a winning streak when they return to Coffs Harbour to take on the Gold Coast Titans later this year. Here’s why the Shark’s impact extends “far beyond game day”.
‘Bite the bullet’: Male signs with semi-pro female netball club
A semi-professional netball club has made history by becoming the first in its state to sign a male to its female side in a move that could shake up the sport in 2024. Hear from the player here
Country v City: Young cricketers prepare for battle
Young elite cricketers from the Mid-North and North Coast will be on show when a decades-long rivalry between city and country comes to a head again this weekend.
NRL greats lineup for 2024 Nines Premier League
Cyclone Kirrily has ruled out the likes of Matt Bowen and Josh Dugan but over 50 NRL greats will still feature in the 2024 Nines Premier League as rugby league returns to the Gold Coast. Discover who will line up here.
‘Truly a special one’: Fans pay tribute to Grand Prix racer
Fans have flocked to Facebook to share tributes following the death of a former Aussie motorcycle racing sensation who became the youngest rider to win a World Superbike race before spiralling into an existence of drugs and crime. Details here:
Named: 36 players making a big difference in 2023-24 NTFL season
From former AFL stars to some of the best state league players, we take a look at the top interstaters from across the country in the NTFL this season. See the list.
Champions crowned, top players at National Futsal Championships
The 2024 National Futsal Championships have drawn to a close after five days of exciting play at the Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre. We reveal the top performers from every age group in every state.
Big Bash showdown pegged for Coffs early in new year
Coffs Coast is set to host a boiler showdown between the Sydney Sixers and Brisbane Heat in the new year. Here’s what to expect.
Players of the Tournament revealed at AVSC 2023
The Australian Volleyball Schools Cup is well underway on the Gold Coast for 2023. We reveal the top players from every team in the Open and Year 11 Honours plus Division 1. See the full list here:
Finals game changers: Aus Volleyball Schools Cup hub
Finals have arrived at the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup as day five of the action gets underway. Who are the game changers for your school? Discover the top players, biggest moments and see our photo galleries here
Dad frothing after surfing sons’ rare double-act
Coffs Harbour surfing identities are scouring through the record books after two local boys – brothers – combined to secure a national title at Phillip Island.
3-2-1: AVSC day 2 top moments reviewed
It started with a Western Australian Derby and ended in an emotional underdog triumph. See the top three moments at Australian Volleyball Schools Cup day 2, 2023. Full details:
Cronulla Sharks lock in 2024 Coffs NRL game
The Cronulla Sharks are circling for another bite at Coffs Harbour as they and other national sports franchises look to build their presence in the regional city. Read why.
Skids king eyes global drift car tilt
A Coffs Coast tradie is making waves in drift car racing – a niche sport in Australia which is huge overseas. See what it’s about, and why competitors basically need to own shares in a tyre company.
‘Stoked’: Coffs Harbour’s seventh wonder of the world
Three Coffs Harbour girls are on top of the world after taking on some of the finest young athletes on the planet in Colombia. But the media glare came as a shock.
Young, hungry Coffs stars to tackle Newcastle Jets
It will be amateur hour but it will also be their finest as a bunch of weekend footballers from the Coffs Coast go up against the fully professional Newcastle Jets A-League side in a David and Goliath ding-dong. See what it means to the local players.
York Street: From awful football ground to field of dreams
Coffs Harbour’s biggest community oval and training field for a premier league club is set to receive a $1.1 million upgrade. What is happening:
The Big Splash: Surfing tests T20-style short format
Cricket has its Big Bash, now surfing is rolling the dice with a Big Splash that is set to ignite the waves at Coffs Harbour, the Sunshine Coast and Bondi. Here’s how it will work.
Kid with world at his feet on football fame, cerebral palsy
Pararoo star Daniel Campbell is making huge strides in the football world. The Coffs Harbour talent has cerebral palsy, and his journey to the top is as remarkable as it is inspiring:
‘It felt right’: Female fighter floors virus gloom
Helping people become sound of body and mind has been Zoe Gould’s greatest fight. But the 25-year-old has admitted it was “scary” when she opened a business at Woolgoolga.
‘Guys love it’: Sydney Sixers’ bold Coffs push
The Sydney Sixers are bringing the Big Bash back to Coffs Harbour, stoking an arms race between rival codes to build their brands on the Mid-North Coast. See why the stakes are high.
‘Grave situation’: Vigil for jockey after horror race fall
There are grave fears for a young Brisbane-based jockey who remains in intensive care after she was thrown from her horse on the final straight of her race in NSW yesterday.
Photo reveal: Who made merry at the Coffs Cup
My oh my – it’s 11 years on and the faces and fashion from 2011 tell a story of the Coffs Cup. See who we snapped and what’s in store for this year.
‘This one’s for dad’: Coffs star bowls ‘em over
From the greens of West Coffs and Urunga, Corey Wedlock will step on to the world stage at Birmingham – and he’ll have his greatest supporter in his late dad watching over.
Cash lifeline for rain-hit Coffs Coast football clubs
Canteens closed, raffles canned and player numbers down – the big wet has cruelled local football clubs. Now support is on its way.
Coffs Coast AFL teen star
Not many girls get this chance, said Deja Barlow of her call into the national Woomeras side. Why Sunday will be extra special for the Coffs teenager.
‘First to get the punt’: Coffs sports spat heats up
North Coast Football argues Coffs Harbour City Council should adopt a ‘locals-first’ policy in granting access to the new synthetic fields. How it’s playing out.
Game on for Coffs as $14m sport complex hailed ‘a star’
Coffs Harbour argues there’ll be no need to check the video for a ruling as it claims to have the finest sports precinct between Newcastle and the Queensland border. See the latest piece in the puzzle and the plan for more.
Bush footy Rabbitohs reunion put on ice
Sam Burgess was meant to make a special return to the footy field to put a hit on his former teammate Greg Inglis, but the two legends may have to wait for the finals to meet face-to-face again. Find out why.
Coffs’ new Wallaroos star: On hard work and pride
She’s only been playing rugby for six years, but Kaitlan Leaney is already representing her country, after making her debut for the Wallaroos last week. She speaks about her epic journey to the top and an insight into the Wallaroos camp.
Rising stars: 41 AFL prodigies on the North Coast revealed
The next generation of AFL stars are right here on the North Coast with 41 players being selected by the Sydney Swans for an academy spot in 2022.
12 showstoppers set to light up Group 2 rugby league
They bring the glitz, glamour, pace and power to bush rugby and these 12 livewires are the players that keep you wanting more. Here is the full list of showstoppers in Group 2 this season.
Rising stars: 16 North Coast gems head to National Swim Championships
The rising stars of North Coast swimming are headed to Adelaide in a bid for a gold medal at the National Age Championships next week. See the list of names.
Low blows light wick of Coffs Coast’s Dynamite Kid
The referee thought the punch below the belt wasn’t that hard – but changed his mind when he saw The Dynamite Kid was rocked by the illegal blow. Mitchel Stapleton looks back on a career defining moment.
Track and field superstars: Hayley and ‘Buzz’ have it in the blood
The Kitching family are no stranger to a gold medal. Hayley and Jade are leading the next generation of superstar runners, straight out of Coffs Harbour. See how their parents have propelled their successful careers.
Sawtell bowlers double-down in state final showpiece
Meet the history-makers from Sawtell who are the toast of the town after a double-delight on the greens at the NSW finals.
‘I’m frothing’: Australia unearths prodigy at Tweed surf pro
A 15-year old Tweed Heads surfer is shaping up as one of the next big things in Australian surfing. Here’s why.
Flash flooding fears as rain expected to continue
A weather system is expected to bring more than 100mm of rain to the mid-north coast but severe weather warnings for the Northern Rivers are cancelled. Watch the expected path of the system.
How NRL Sharks recruit put his Coffs mate in Rugby 7s heaven
A new NRL Sharks recruit who switched codes this year is pulling strings for the Australia Rugby 7s side convincing selectors to give his mate a shot at the Commonwealth Games. Here’s how he did it.
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