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Former Northern Territory netball boss Penny Shearer has been appointed Netball Tasmania's new CEO. Picture: Supplied

Why Tasmania has confidence ahead of Super Netball licence bid

Netball Tasmania has declared itself the frontrunner for a coveted Super Netball licence as expressions of interest open for two new teams to join the elite competition.

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New Melbourne Mavericks head coach Gerard Murphy head coach at training this week. Pic: Supplied (Mavericks/Matt Delaney)

The self-confessed ‘netball nerd’ stepping into the Mavs’ hot seat

He grew up tagging along to netball games with his mum as a ‘bag boy,’ now this ‘netball nerd’ is ready to test his coaching credentials as the Mavs’ new head coach in Super Netball.

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New Melbourne Mavericks coach Gerard Murphy during a training. Picture: Melbourne Mavericks

The making of Gerard Murphy – and why he’s ready for Mavs challenge

The son of a “netball nerd”, Gerard Murphy has landed one of just eight head coaching roles in the SSN. And he’s confident he is as prepared as he’s ever been to succeed at the helm of Melbourne Mavericks.

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Australian Diamonds versus the Silver Ferns on Wednesday October 22, 2025 game 2 in the Constellation Cup. Pictured (Left) Sarah Klau, Amy Parmenter and Kiera Austin. Picture: Supplied

Diamonds lock in powerhouse series ahead of Comm Games

Australia’s Commonwealth Games preparation has been strengthened, locking in a home series against the powerhouse nation they fought for their last Games gold medal. All the details.

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Tracey Neville stepped away at the end of last season. Picture: Getty

New coach unveiled as Mavericks make call on Neville replacement

The Mavericks have ended their prolonged hunt to replace Tracey Neville, with the unveiling of a coach who will break new ground in the female-dominated Super Netball competition.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 28: Mavericks players celebrate the win during the round 12 Super Netball match between Melbourne Mavericks and NSW Swifts at John Cain Arena, on June 28, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)

Where Super Netball expansion licenses could land

Netball Australia has opened an expression of interest process for two new Super Netball licences from as early as 2027. See who could be in the running.

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HOBART, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 29: Mavericks players celebrate the win during the round 12 Super Netball match between Melbourne Mavericks and Sunshine Coast Lightning at MyState Bank Arena, on June 29, 2024, in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Steve Bell/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX ***

First expansion contender confirmed, Geelong bid ruled out

The first contender to be one of Super Netball’s expansion clubs has gone public with its bid, declaring “now is the time” for it to join Australia’s premier netball competition.

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Maggie Caris playing AFLW for Melbourne

Vixens lock in ex-AFLW ruck after breakout campaign

Melbourne Vixens have locked in their 11th player for their Super Netball title defence, with a former AFLW ruck set to join the reigning champion’s main squad for 2026.

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NEWS ADV New SA Sport Hall of Fame inductee Lindsay Head with his wife Jill. Image/Russell Millard Photography

Revealed: The six SA legends immortalised in sport hall of fame

From a three-time Magarey Medallist to a trailblazing group of female cricketers, meet the South Aussies with incredible talent for the sports they love who have just cemented legend status.

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Gretel Bueta (left) and Maria Folau jubilant after the completion of the inaugural Fire5 tournament.

Gimmick or game changer? Stars’ plan for Fire5 to go global

Former Diamonds stars Gretel Bueta and Maria Folau are ready to take on the world with their Fire5 netball concept after the success of the inaugural tournament on the Gold Coast.

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Netball Australia launch 10-year plan

Netball Australia launch 10-year plan

Netball: Netball Australia has today launched Made in Netball, a 10-year strategic plan to grow its netball family to 2 million by 2035.

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CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 06: Australia crowned champions during the Netball World Cup Medal Presentation at Cape Town International Convention Centre, Court 1 on August 06, 2023 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images/Netball World Cup 2023 via Getty Images)

Devil in detail for Netball’s big bold plan to take on the Matildas

Netball Australia’s 10-year strategic plan outlines a bold vision for the sport which will take it to the promised land. But is there meat on the bones to back up the aspiration?

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VNL signing tracker: All the ins, outs and coaching appointments

It’s a breeding ground for the next generation of SSN netballers, as Victorian Netball League clubs shore up their lists for 2026. We break down all the key moves and fresh faces set to enter the league.

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Manly-Warringah's Ruby Nero has been selected for the NSW U17s team. Picture: May Bailey/Clusterpix

Squad reveal: NSW U17s team named for 2026 Netball Nationals

After falling just short in this year’s gold medal match, Netball NSW has named its 12-player squad looking to go one better at the 2026 U17s Netball Nationals. SEE THE TEAM.

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