Legendary Australian swimmer John Devitt passes away
Tributes are flowing in for double Olympic champion swimmer John Devitt, who has died in Sydney after a long illness.
Commonwealth Games
‘I’m pumped’: New swim sensation at Commonwealth Youth Games
She was tipped to make waves and that’s exactly what this young swimmer has done at the Commonwealth Youth Games as rugby, triathlon and cycling delivered more gold. Day 4 result wrap.
Compo risk as Canada scraps bid for Games
Victoria’s opposition says there could be fallout for the state after Canada scrapped its bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
New blow for Comm Games as Canada pulls bid
Alberta pulls plug on bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with cost and Victoria’s withdrawal blamed for the decision.
Cycling, beach volleyball, triathlon guns to watch at Commonwealth Youth Games
They’re not big on numbers but Australia’s cyclists, beach volleyballers and triathletes have golden ambitions. Meet the 16 teens set to shine at the Commonwealth Youth Games.
Young talent time! Our 76 teens to cheer at Commonwealth Youth Games
They are hoping to be a household names in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and come from a suburb or area near you. The 76 Commonwealth Youth Games guns to follow now.
‘Mix Fix it, vision’: Rugby Sevens teens at Commonwealth Youth Games
No one knows better than Olympic gold medallist Shannon Parry what it takes to be a winner in Rugby Sevens and she believes we have the right mix for Commonwealth Youth Games success.
Aussie teen swimmers on radar for Commonwealth Youth Games
Australia has high hopes of medal success in some events and PB’s in others at the Commonwealth Youth Games. The young guns to watch and those expected to create waves.
Where’s the proof? Andrews keeps Comm Games boss in dark
The boss of the Commonwealth Games says he has seen no proof of Daniel Andrews’ claim the cancelled event would have cost between $6bn and $7bn.
‘We back our girls’: Netballers set to shine at Commonwealth Youth Games
Expectations are high for Australia as they take to the netball court, and despite a new format, officials are backing our girls in. Meet the 10 young stars lining up at the Commonwealth Youth Games.
Gosper slams ‘reckless’ Games call
The former IOC vice-president’s comments come as Victorian negotiators return home from London without having struck a compensation deal.
Games compo talks stall for weeks
Victoria is expecting its Commonwealth Games compensation talks to drag on for weeks.
Pittman’s radical plan to save Comm Games
World champion hurdler Jana Pittman has unveiled a radical plan to save the 2026 Commonwealth Games, after Victorian Premier Dan Andrews’ announced the decision to pull out.
UK urges cities to help clear up Andrews’ mess
Britain’s Sports Minister has said he hopes Australia will come up with an alternative proposal to stage the 2026 Commonwealth Games after the shock withdrawal of host Victoria.
Exposed: Andrews’ secret 2022 major event backflip
Dan Andrews axed a key world sporting event at the end of 2022 but it never became public knowledge until now, begging the question, did he get cold feet on the 2026 Games long ago?
Victoria’s $1b black hole: The cost of ditching Comm Games
Olympic great Grant Hackett has slammed Dan Andrews’ decision to cancel the 2026 Commonwealth Games – and highlighted just how costly it will be for the Victorian government.
Victoria’s ‘sporting capital’ title Australia’s great myth
The Commonwealth Games will never die, what is dead is the myth that Victoria is some sort of mystical sporting paradise, writes Julian Linden.
No concerns over Brisbane Olympics funding: Bach
The IOC boss claims not to have any concerns about the $5bn 2032 host city contract with Brisbane.
How can anyone take Vic seriously with Dan in charge?
Daniel Andrews has embarrassed all Victorians – again. Having bailed on the Comm Games, we are now a global laughing stock sending a message we cannot be trusted.
Swimming icon joins chorus of athletes backing Comm Games
One of Australia’s greatest athletes has joined the chorus of support for the continuation of the Commonwealth Games, highlighting its role in helping athletes chase their dreams.
‘Beggars belief’: Sporting bodies turn on Vic Govt
The Victorian Government has been savaged over its call to cancel the 2026 Commonwealth Games – with the reasons given not satisfying a number of Australia’s biggest sporting bodies.
Shock, disbelief as Andrews ‘snatches away Games dream’
Emma McKeon, Australia’s most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete, has led the chorus of disappointment at Daniel Andrews’ stunning move to cancel the 2026 event.
‘Embarrassment’: Coates slams Games cancellation
John Coates, vice-president of the International Olympic Committee, says Victoria should not have bid for the 2026 Commonwealth Games without its business case ‘stacking up’.
Call for independent review into 2032 Olympics in wake of Comm Games fiasco
The Queensland LNP says Victoria’s decision to can the 2026 Commonwealth Games makes it clear the state government needs an independent authority overseeing the 2032 Games’ infrastructure plans. VOTE IN THE POLL
Victoria just killed the Commonwealth Games
The 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games were a stunning success and left a lasting legacy. Twenty years later, Victoria’s shambolic withdrawal has likely killed the Games for good.
Cultural overhaul on full display in Hockeyroos’ Indian torching
Despite a brutal government funding cut, the Hockeyroos are showing no signs of decline, with the inexperienced members of the squad stepping to the challenge in the lead up to Paris.
Games ‘mediocrity’ fear over $2bn shortfall
Elite sport faces a $2bn funding cliff that will lead to Commonwealth and Olympic Games mediocrity, a member of Victoria’s Games leadership has warned.
Let’s beat Poms and back Commonwealth Games
Commonwealth Games Australia implores the Federal Government to commit the necessary preparation funding for the 20 program sports through to December 2026.
Bol’s lawyer questions ‘margin call’ positive sample
Peter Bol’s lawyer, Paul Greene has says his client’s positive sample could simply come down to interpretation of data and that there are examples of such instances being overturned.
Bol’s collapse: Inside story of Olympic star’s failed drug test
Peter Bol says he was left completely confused by news that he had tested positive for EPO and opens up on his relief of the news becoming public as he fights to clear his name.
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