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.
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.
With next year’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup fast approaching, the Matildas want to turn winning into a habit.
The search continues for a permanent Matildas coach as the AFC Women’s Asian Cup fast approaches.
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.
Australia has a long history of producing parent-child sporting greatness, but which famous name stands above the rest?
Qld Premier Rugby: Here’s your ultimate club rugby guide to the new season.
The round 6 Harvey Norman U17, U19 Teams of the Week includes a three code wonder who remains an uncontracted NRLW prospect just waiting to be snapped up. More here.
Qld junior reps round 4: A Broncos junior signing scored the matchwinner for Wynnum while a slick Bears fullback scored on the hooter against the competition’s best side. See who else starred in Wednesday’s clashes league here.
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.
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.
Carolyn Campbell may not be a household name just yet, but that’s sure to change with the new chair of the NSWRL insisting she is here to promote change – not tick a box, writes PAMELA WHALEY.
The Dragons have scored a huge win under new coach Nathan Cross, with star fullback Teagan Berry shunning offers from rivals to stay loyal to the club. NRLW SIGNINGS NEWS
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.
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 Dani Laidley has revealed she has been diagnosed with a ‘very rare’ brain tumour after suffering a spate of bad headaches.
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.
The heavily-scrutinised Firebirds’ crucial win has put them on the front foot, while the Swifts and T-Birds are deserved pace-setters. But some teams are clearly struggling already. BIANCA CHATFIELD’S round 1 SSN report card.
The first round of the Suncorp Super Netball season is in the bank, but who shone the brightest? Click for Code Netball experts’ round one team of the week. Vote for yours!
Sydney Swifts import Grace Nweke and Queensland Firebirds signing Mary Cholhok have made strong starts to life in Super Netball with standout debuts as their teams recorded opening round wins.
The Swifts started 2024 as hot favourites but it came crumbling down after they lost two key players – for very different reasons. Paige Hadley believes this is the year for their fortunes to change.
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.
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.
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?
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.
After a winless 2024 Newton Jaguars have started their new campaign with a bang and will now aim for two straight against Tango. Watch all the action LIVE here on Wednesday.
Star goaler Mia Lavis will lead Victoria’s 19/U attack at this week’s National Netball Championships – and finishing fourth again is not an option. Read more and see how to watch it live.
Rising second-year franchise Bendigo Strikers will have a crack at another top four VNL side when they take on North East Blaze on Wednesday night. See how to watch the double-header LIVE.
Rising talents from around the country will be centre stage at the National Netball Championships – and these are the young guns to keep an eye on. See the full list and squad for every state.
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
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.
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.
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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