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Farnworth out as Dolphins prepare for Raiders clash

Farnworth out as Dolphins prepare for Raiders clash

The Dolphins have lost Herbie Farnworth for their NRL fixture against Canberra, heaping more pressure on a side already missing a plethora of players.

Warriors star misses clash with new Dragons side

Warriors star misses clash with new Dragons side

Warriors star misses clash with new Dragons side

Warriors star misses clash with new Dragons side

Te Maire Martin has replaced the injured Tanah Boyd at the Warriors, while Luke Metcalf has missed the chance to play against his next club, the Dragons.

'It still hurts': Brumbies set for Super revenge

'It still hurts': Brumbies set for Super revenge

'It still hurts': Brumbies set for Super revenge

'It still hurts': Brumbies set for Super revenge

Allan Alaalatoa says the Brumbies have been re-watching video of their round seven loss to NSW, determined to down their arch-rivals in his milestone match.

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Chinese-Aussies slam coalition's 'unfair' welfare move

Chinese-Aussies slam coalition's 'unfair' welfare move

The Australian-Chinese community is uneasy after Opposition Leader Angus Taylor said he plans to axe welfare benefits from non-citizens.

'Good time': Brumbies final wait before season's end

'Good time': Brumbies final wait before season's end

Liam Bowron is relishing in the calm before the end of Super Rugby Pacific regular season, after inking a new deal to stay with the ACT Brumbies.

Whitcomb makes WNBL comeback, Capitals sign Olympian

Whitcomb makes WNBL comeback, Capitals sign Olympian

The Perth Lynx have secured the prized signature of Sami Whitcomb after losing one of their own stars to the UC Capitals.

Raiders' in-form player out for up to six weeks

Raiders' in-form player out for up to six weeks

Simi Sasagi's shoulder injury will keep the in-form NRL star on the sidelines for between four and six weeks.

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Cleary backs 'incredible' Edwards to start in Origin

Cleary backs 'incredible' Edwards to start in Origin

Cleary backs 'incredible' Edwards to start in Origin

Cleary backs 'incredible' Edwards to start in Origin

Panthers mentor Ivan Cleary has thrown his support behind Dylan Edwards' bid to retain the New South Wales fullback jersey, after he dazzled against Canberra.

Cleary delivers lesson as Panthers overcome Raiders

Cleary delivers lesson as Panthers overcome Raiders

Cleary delivers lesson as Panthers overcome Raiders

Cleary delivers lesson as Panthers overcome Raiders

Penrith won a tit-for-tat encounter with Canberra to stay on top of the NRL ladder after a prolific performance from Nathan Cleary.

From electrician to rugby hero: Mickelson's dream debut

From electrician to rugby hero: Mickelson's dream debut

From electrician to rugby hero: Mickelson's dream debut

From electrician to rugby hero: Mickelson's dream debut

Chris Mickelson was already in seventh heaven after getting a call-up to the ACT Brumbies squad before his night switched gears.

Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force

Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force

Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force

Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force

The ACT Brumbies have snapped a three-game losing streak in tense fashion, beating the Western Force and denting their opponents' finals hopes.

Australia's city in a park through an autumn lens

Australia's city in a park through an autumn lens

Australia's city in a park through an autumn lens

Australia's city in a park through an autumn lens

A large chunk of the 5.5 million people who visit the Australian Capital Territory each year do so during Canberra's beautiful autumn.

'Ambush': Raiders ready for history against Panthers

'Ambush': Raiders ready for history against Panthers

'Ambush': Raiders ready for history against Panthers

'Ambush': Raiders ready for history against Panthers

Canberra will welcome back two key stars ahead of their clash against Penrith on Sunday and coach Ricky Stuart believes his team are ready for the challenge.

Bourne flies in to fan fresh Flames for WNBL campaign

Bourne flies in to fan fresh Flames for WNBL campaign

Bourne flies in to fan fresh Flames for WNBL campaign

Bourne flies in to fan fresh Flames for WNBL campaign

Isabelle Bourne has continued the mass influx of stars into the Sydney Flames, while coach Kennedy Kereama has re-signed with the Bendigo Spirit.

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Lomax luck spearheading Force's form: Swain

Darcy Swain has heralded Zac Lomax's instant impact for the Western Force ahead of a crunch clash against his former side, the ACT Brumbies.

Tobacco giant asks Senate to make cigarettes cheaper

Philip Morris' appearance before a Senate committee this week has been likened to "inviting mosquitoes into a hearing on malaria" by public health advocates.

Raiders ace reveals connection inspiring his NRL form

Canberra Raiders halfback Ethan Sanders has admitted he only has to think about the moments of last year when he's looking for inspiration to shine.

Brumbies regain key leader, Gordon returns for Reds

The Brumbies will welcome back Wallaby Allan Alaalatoa for their crunch clash against the Western Force while Carter Gordon returns for the Queensland Reds.

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Jackson named as WNBL leader in league shake-up

The WNBL has announced new leadership roles as it undergoes a restructure, with Australian Olympic legend Lauren Jackson taking a key position.

Rocci, Ciabattoni sign new deals in WNBL free agency

Opal Maddy Rocci is set to reunite with her former coach Cheryl Chambers after striking a deal with the Geelong Venom in the WNBL free agency period.

'Introspection': Perry's key to winning T20 World Cup

Ellyse Perry says the review from Australia's ODI World Cup exit has allowed the national women's cricket team to know what must be fixed for the T20 showpiece.

No criminal charges despite $49.5m wage theft blitz

Australia’s $49.5 million wage theft crackdown has run for 488 days without a single criminal case, as employers fear honest errors will be punished.

Aussie gymnasts chasing golden redemption in Glasgow

Both haunted by their separate 2022 campaigns, Australian gymnasts Jesse Moore and Kate McDonald are hungry for redemption at this year's Commonwealth Games.

Nothing to prove for gymnast Godwin in Glasgow comeback

After being stuck on a ''roller-coaster ride'' she had no control of, Aussie gymnast Georgia Godwin is eyeing a fairytale comeback at the Commonwealth Games.

NRL peers backing Bellamy following diagnosis

Ricky Stuart has urged his old friend Craig Bellamy to put himself first after the Storm coach was diagnosed with a neurological degenerative condition.

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