Consolation win for Australia
Playing for pride, Australia bounced back from its loss to Kazakhstan with a win over Colombia in the Billie Jean King Cup Group D qualifier in Brisbane.
Women's Sport
Reds as ready as they’ll ever be to make history in Super W final
There is extra motivation for Reds scrumhalf Layne Morgan in this Saturday’s Super Rugby Women’s grand final against the Waratahs.
Aussies outclassed by Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan was too strong for Australia in Thursday’s Billie Jean King Cup qualifier in Brisbane.
‘Fairytale’: Ironwoman breaks legend’s record in final Aussies surf life saving race
Iron star Georgia Fitzsimmons never imagined a career of world and Aussie crowns. Nor did she ever think she would eclipse the record of surf life saving great Karla Gilbert – until she did.
Qld’s top under 17 league rookies revealed for City, Country clash
Many of Queensland rugby league’s leading under-17 players can be revealed here following the announcement of the City-Country boys and girls teams. Read a three word analysis on the players chosen and other selection highlights here.
Matildas seeking momentum
With next year’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup fast approaching, the Matildas want to turn winning into a habit.
Montemurro backed to coach Matildas
The search continues for a permanent Matildas coach as the AFC Women’s Asian Cup fast approaches.
The teen sensation about to make dual-code history
There aren’t many teenagers in the land as gifted as 17-year-old dual-code phenom Shalom Sauaso. She is one of a rare breed of Australian-born females to ever play professional rugby and rugby league in the same calendar year. More here on her rise.
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?
Maroons swing mass changes for Origin title defence
It will be a new look Queensland side to the one that lifted the women’s State of Origin shield in 2024, with a number of series regulars omitted and six potential debutantes. See the full squad.
Broken back mountain: Star’s bid to return to rugby league summit
Just two months ago NSW star Jaime Chapman suffered a broken back when a tackle went horribly wrong – Pamela Whaley reveals Chapman’s incredible comeback story.
Cashed up Titans open to rugby raid after losing major NRLW stars
Gold Coast could be forced to look to rugby union with cash to splash after another Jillaroos and Queensland player announced her pregnancy, sidelining her for the 2025 season.
Bulldogs sign rugby league journeyman to lead NRLW team
Phil Gould has finished his exhaustive search to find a coach for the Bulldogs’ NRLW team, knocking back up to 90 applicants for the role to settle on a former Fijian international.
‘Baffling’ AFLW rule leaves non-Vic clubs seething
An AFLW coach has called for change as a quirk of the competition’s lengthy off-season hands one group of clubs a distinct advantage as the 2025 season approaches.
Why Erin Phillips doesn’t want to be an AFLW coach
She’s one of the most decorated players in the history of AFLW, but this former Crow and Power star has no aspirations to return as a coach.
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.
Diamonds to open Constellation Cup at home
The Diamonds will open this year’s Constellation Cup series with games in Melbourne and Sydney.
Flying high: T’birds headline RD2 team of the week – vote for yours
Round two of the Suncorp Super Netball season has come and gone and Code Sports experts have selected their team of the week. Thunderbirds continue to headline, click to have your say!
Vixens survive Giants scare to claim scrappy first season win
In her 150th game, Melbourne Vixens star Jo Weston came up with crucial moments in her side’s win over the Giants. Meanwhile, the Thunderbirds overcame a heart scare for a star to beat the Lightning.
Weston’s one-club dream ahead of 150th Super Netball game
The Jo Weston who walked into her first Super Netball training session is totally different to the Vixens star about to play game No.150, but there’s one key goal left she wants to achieve.
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.
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?
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.
Watch replays: National Netball Championships, Day 5
Semi-finals position were decided in the National Netball Championships as two sides completed an unbeaten round robin campaign in dominant fashion. Watch all eight REPLAYS here.
Watch replays: National Netball Championships, Day 4
Two undefeated powerhouses continued their blistering runs at the National Netball Championships on Sunday, while another finally broke through for victory. Watch all 16 REPLAYS here.
Watch replays: National Netball Championships, Day 3
Three undefeated sides continued their dominating runs at the National Netball Championships on Saturday with one withstanding an almighty challenge. Watch the REPLAYS here.
National Netball Champs hub: How to watch live, schedules, key info
Future Diamonds and Super Netball stars are fighting for glory all week long at the 2025 National Netball Championships in Sydney. Watch every game LIVE exclusively here.
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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