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Matildas coach gives stark warning to ALW players

Matildas coach gives stark warning to ALW players

Joe Montemurro has explained why selecting overseas talent over A-League Women's players is more enticing for the Matildas mentor.

NRLW finalists reveal the key changes to find success

NRLW finalists reveal the key changes to find success

NRLW finalists reveal the key changes to find success

NRLW finalists reveal the key changes to find success

NRLW preliminary finalists Sydney Roosters and Canberra have taken different paths and approaches to 2026, but now face off for a spot in the grand final.

'Cheese and bikkies': Raiders leader inspiring team

'Cheese and bikkies': Raiders leader inspiring team

'Cheese and bikkies': Raiders leader inspiring team

'Cheese and bikkies': Raiders leader inspiring team

Canberra are one game away from making a first NRLW grand final and despite not having one of their captains available, she's still helping the team.

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Raiders, Tigers looking for a final flourish in NRLW

Raiders, Tigers looking for a final flourish in NRLW

The Canberra Raiders and Wests Tigers will do battle on Friday night, when one of the NRLW clubs will keep their premiership hopes alive.

Raiders centre out of World Cup after sparkling season

Raiders centre out of World Cup after sparkling season

Simi Sasagi has decided to undergo surgery on his shoulder, ruling him out of playing at the World Cup - one of his childhood ambitions.

No stadium, no problems as Devils look to build roster

No stadium, no problems as Devils look to build roster

The Tasmania Devils chief executive has played down concerns that a contentious stadium will impact the club's ability to attract star AFL talent.

Man allegedly murdered woman known to him before fire

Man allegedly murdered woman known to him before fire

A murder and arson charge have been laid following a months-long investigation into the death of a woman killed in a unit fire.

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Cowboys resigned to Origin star hitting open market

Cowboys resigned to Origin star hitting open market

Cowboys resigned to Origin star hitting open market

Cowboys resigned to Origin star hitting open market

North Queensland coach Todd Payten concedes Jeremiah Nanai is likely to hit the open market before the Cowboys have the chance to re-sign him.

'Building': Star reveals Warriors aren't panicking yet

'Building': Star reveals Warriors aren't panicking yet

'Building': Star reveals Warriors aren't panicking yet

'Building': Star reveals Warriors aren't panicking yet

A Warriors winger has opened up on their historic loss to the Sydney Roosters, while Canberra and Canterbury look to inch closer to a finals berth.

States look to poach NFL game after Victoria deal ends

States look to poach NFL game after Victoria deal ends

States look to poach NFL game after Victoria deal ends

States look to poach NFL game after Victoria deal ends

One state has expressed their eagerness to bid to host an NFL game after competition figures said they were open to moving matches around Australia.

'Lucky' veteran signs on as historic World Cup beckons

'Lucky' veteran signs on as historic World Cup beckons

'Lucky' veteran signs on as historic World Cup beckons

'Lucky' veteran signs on as historic World Cup beckons

The ACT Brumbies have announced that prop James Slipper will stay on for another year following a season where he became Super Rugby's most-capped player.

Matildas look to return to Australia amid pay dispute

Matildas look to return to Australia amid pay dispute

Matildas look to return to Australia amid pay dispute

Matildas look to return to Australia amid pay dispute

An upgraded pay agreement would revive the A-League Women, but a Matildas player reveals it could also lure big-name Australian stars back to the competition.

Matildas follow Socceroo footsteps on path to World Cup

Matildas follow Socceroo footsteps on path to World Cup

Matildas follow Socceroo footsteps on path to World Cup

Matildas follow Socceroo footsteps on path to World Cup

The Matildas are firmly entrenched in preparations for next year's Women's World Cup, and are also looking to address their future sooner rather than later.

Former PM warns of China 'leapfrogging' the US with AI

Former PM warns of China 'leapfrogging' the US with AI

Former PM warns of China 'leapfrogging' the US with AI

Former PM warns of China 'leapfrogging' the US with AI

The rapid investment into artificial intelligence in China could result in the Asian super-power overtaking its key rivals, a former Australian diplomat says.

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Future Fund head exits on top with 14.8 per cent return

Strong global equity markets, a focus on active management and low exposure to bonds has lifted Australia's sovereign wealth fund to more than $289 billion.

Raiders star pushing for Cup despite dodgy shoulder

Simi Sasagi isn't ruling out playing for Samoa at the Rugby League World Cup despite dealing with a persistent shoulder injury that requires surgery.

Police on duty after wrongful arrest of Indigenous teen

ACT Policing has accepted criticism following the wrongful gunpoint arrest of an Indigenous teen, but hasn't confirmed what penalties officers might face.

Vixens overhaul defence as former Diamond leaves club

The Melbourne Vixens have announced former vice-captain Emily Mannix will depart the club while they've retained a Diamond for the coming season.

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Broncos fullback focusing on future amid 'tough' past

Fullback Hayze Perham was instrumental for Brisbane against Canberra, and he believes it's only the start of a successful NRL career.

Perham the hero as Broncos spoil Papali'i's party

Canberra's hopes of winning Josh Papali'i's final home NRL game have fallen short, as they suffered another gut-wrenching loss to Brisbane.

'Talent': Maguire addresses half selection, new No.1

Brisbane coach Michael Maguire is gearing up for an emotional clash against Canberra and has had to make some big selection calls for the game.

Mitchell eyes Souths return; other Cleary nears NRL bow

Latrell Mitchell could turbocharge South Sydney's push towards September after being named for the first time in three months.

'A better chance': Raiders prepare to meet star's agent

Canberra's chief executive has issued an impassioned plea for Hudson Young to stay at the club as the forward considers a bombshell move to the PNG Chiefs.

Raiders enforcer hangs up boots after glittering career

Josh Papali'i, the most-capped Canberra Raider, has announced his retirement from rugby league after knocking back offers from England for family reasons.

'Death sentence': veterans call for cap to be scrapped

A group of veteran advocacy groups and politicians from across the parliament have united to urge Labor to ditch a planned $5000 cap on allied health payments.

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