Homecoming: North Coast street bash welcomes home Olympians
A spectacle like no other is in store as the Tweed Regional Museum marks 20 years with Street Party 2024 – and a homecoming for local Paris Olympic Games athletes.
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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.
‘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.
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.
‘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.
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
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:
‘Outstanding’: Tweed girls smash it in state sport
Determined young primary school athletes from a Banora Point school have been rewarded for their pursuit of glory in state-wide sports competitions this year. Here’s their story.
Young NRL hopefuls bolstered by new Titans/Seagulls appointment
The alliance between Tweed Seagulls and the NRL’s Gold Coast Titans has strengthened with the appointment of a veteran coach in a key new North Coast development role. Here’s what he had to say.
Olympics bound: Top young Aussie baseballers destined for 2028 Games
Baseball’s inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games has opened the door for the next generation of Aussie players to play for a gold medal. Meet the young guns who could represent Australia at the Games.
Wallaby Origins: The clubs, schools that produced World Cup stars
They are the giants of Australian rugby ready to represent the Wallabies on the game’s grandest stage, but to the local clubs and schools that nurtured them, they are so much more.
Sam Kerr named ‘most marketable’ athlete
If Sam Kerr’s legendary strike at goal in the World Cup semi-final taught us anything, it’s that she is a super star. Now a survey has named her most marketable athlete in Australia.
‘Try machine’: Old school mates reunite in league rep team
A rising rugby union star is seeing where a code swap will take her after being selected in the Northern Rivers Titan’s open women’s rugby league squad.
Byron Bay to go global with World Cup party bid
One of the world’s biggest sporting events is on its way to our shores in 2023 and FIFA is weighing up whether Byron Bay can become the “social hub” of the tournament. See the plan.
Australia’s next ironwoman revealed after gold blitz
The next ironman and ironwoman might have been unearthed on the North Coast after an outstanding run at the Country Surf Life Saving Championships. See all the winners.
Meet the cricket young guns dominating the North Coast
A group of teenage cricketers from the North Coast are demanding attention from Cricket Australia with standout performances for NSW. Find out who they are.
Let former teammate on drug charges coach: Carney
A controversial ex-rugby league star says it’s unfair his former teammate has been banned from coaching grassroots footy as he fights drugs charges.
Watch: New Aussie pace weapon unearthed at World Cup
Australia’s luck unearthing fantastic fast bowlers is continuing as a former Tweed junior makes a name for himself in the international arena. See the video.
‘She is a real chance’: Teen footy talent keen for next level
A 16-year-old Lismore Swans player is kicking goals well beyond her years as she aims to break into the AFLW. Here’s her story.
Full list: North Coast footy stars set to light up NRL in 2022
From Coffs to Tweed, here are 16 homegrown footy stars set to light up the NRL in 2022, including a few who pundits might be calling “the next big thing”. See the full list.
Far North Coast Baseball well represented in National Showcase
Three Far North Coast Baseball players have been selected to strut their stuff for both Australian and American talent scouts in the Baseball NSW National Showcase in Sydney.
Former NRL star warned off coaching while charges remain
New South Wales Rugby League will reject any appointment of a former NRL star as a coach at a grassroots rugby league club while his drug supply charges are unresolved.
Rising star’s first advice from super coach Wayne Bennett
The first recruit of the NRL’s newest club says the advice he received from legendary coach Wayne Bennett will stick with him for life. Here’s how their first meeting went.
Sydney Sixers in ‘Barefoot Circle’ of respect at Coffs Harbour
The Sydney Sixers have arrived in Coffs Harbour for their crucial Big Bash League (BBL) cricket match on New Year’s Day – and one of their first actions underlined the sport’s focus to celebrate Indigenous Australia.
Gallery: North Coast rugby union teams go head to head
Eight men’s teams and six women’s teams competed against one another on Saturday in the hopes of one day winning the inaugural NSW Waratahs North Coast 7s.
Gallery: Round 1 NSW Waratahs North Coast 7s
Eight men’s teams and six women’s teams competed against one another on Saturday in the hopes of one day winning the inaugural NSW Waratahs North Coast 7s. Check out all the action on and off the field.
Rugby stars and best mates to clash on the UK’s Million Pound Game
They met playing as juniors for the Mullum Giants, but as men will face off as their respective teams fight to ascend into the English Super League.
Tweed sisters take a shot at glory, Kookaburras make Olympic finals
Sisters Savannah and Madison Fitzpatrick have been instrumental in Australia making through their pool rounds undefeated. Don’t miss their quarterfinal today.
Almost 7000 against ‘Australia’s biggest greyhound racing precinct’
A petition was presented to parliament earlier this year calling on the state to commit no further funding to the planned racetrack. Read the full response >>>
‘It’s my Melbourne Cup’: Costa’s sentimental win at Grafton
Purrfect Deal served up the perfect result for former steward turned Gold Coast trainer Michael Costa in his first attempt at the Grafton Cup.
Leading trainers, jockeys vying for carnival honours
Grafton’s surrogate son and a Welsh invader lead the race for the July Racing Carnival’s best trainer and jockey titles.
Grafton Guineas beckon after red-hot start to July Carnival
Father and daughter duo Greg and Leah Kilner chasing more trainer-jockey glory after Westlawn Day double.
All the photos: Division 1 & 2 u13 girls hockey finals
After three days of intense competition it came down to the final game at the Under 13’s girls hockey state championship in Grafton. See photos from the Div 2 game between FNC and New England, and Div 1 between hosts Grafton and Canberra
Preview: Dunn chasing first Ramornie Hcp, Grafton Cup
Northern Rivers’ leading trainer carries the flag for the region, while a former Melbourne Cup and Caulfield Cup runner will contest the 2021 Grafton Cup.
Maroons Origin side of 2027 – plus Boom Boys of today
Could this be Queensland’s State of Origin squad in 2027 – and beyond? What other rookies will join Reece Walsh and Sam Walker in future Origin teams? Revealed here
240 top surfers, thousands of spectators, 10 million viewers
The North Coast will be in the spotlight this week as the World Surf League brings a major event to the area, in what is tipped to be a huge boost to the local economy.
WATCH THE REPLAYS: Titans Schools League
Marsden is celebrating its first title of the season as the Titans Schools League finals got underway. WATCH THEM HERE
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