The moment Isabella Nichols questioned whether she was capable of ever making it at the top level of surfing is the one that has sparked a resurgence and instilled a belief that she can compete with the best in the world.
Hockeyroos goalkeeper Aleisha Power powered Perth Thunderstix to a 4-1 victory over Brisbane Blaze in the women’s Hockey One grand final, while Melbourne men’s took out the title in a thriller over the Thunderstix.
Andrew Charter’s likely successor as Australia’s premier goalkeeper has emerged and finals hopes have been dashed in a drama-filled round 6 of the Hockey One series. Discover the biggest news here.
A longstanding drought is set to be broken while another emerging star has put his case forward for a spot on Australia’s national team. Biggest news and talking points from round 5 of the Hockey One series here.
An encounter in an office on the Gold Coast seven years ago put Gary Cunningham and wife Lorilie on a path that has led to the Melbourne Cup. The part-owners of Mostly Cloudy open up about featuring in Australia’s biggest race here.
The next generation of elite goalkeepers has emerged while a goal controversy has led to more calls for a review system to be introduced into Hockey One. Discover the biggest news from round 4 of the Hockey One series.
A hidden gem previously overlooked by one state is flourishing with a rival while another player has battled past walking pneumonia in order to give her side a chance in round three of the Hockey One series. Discover the biggest news from the weekend here.
Calls have been made to introduce a goal review system into the Hockey One league while one of the competition’s champions has been decimated by injury and unavailability. Read the biggest storylines from round two here.
The Gold Coast Turf Club is lighting things up – find out when and how to get involved.
It’s been a huge Super Saturday of NRL games, as the Panthers and Cowboys secured home finals, while the Raiders came back to beat the Dragons. See all the SuperCoach winners and losers.
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