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Latest news: Paralympic Games

The 2002 medallist making an inspirational Games return

The 2002 medallist making an inspirational Games return

A three-time Commonwealth Games medallist and the oldest member of Australia's athletics squad, Eliza Ault-Connell explains why she is back in the race chair.

'All gas': one-time baton kid chasing Games glory

'All gas': one-time baton kid chasing Games glory

'All gas': one-time baton kid chasing Games glory

'All gas': one-time baton kid chasing Games glory

Eithen Leard has lived his life with a spinal cord deformity and is making the most of his chance on the Commonwealth Games stage.

'Mystery man' revealed in Paralympian's teary reunion

'Mystery man' revealed in Paralympian's teary reunion

'Mystery man' revealed in Paralympian's teary reunion

'Mystery man' revealed in Paralympian's teary reunion

Champion Paralympian Alexa Leary has come face-to-face with the doctors who helped give the popular swimmer a second chance at life after a horror crash.

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You won't get that answer: Milton on Paralympics future

You won't get that answer: Milton on Paralympics future

Wrapping up his sixth Paralympics campaign at the Milan-Cortina Games, Australian skiing veteran Michael Milton is remaining non-committal about his future.

Parker, Pollard to carry flag in Paralympics closing

Parker, Pollard to carry flag in Paralympics closing

Sharing the honour at the Milan-Cortina Games with Sean Pollard, Lauren Parker will become the first Australian to carry the flag at a summer and winter event.

Gunew out to add to Australian para-alpine ski history

Gunew out to add to Australian para-alpine ski history

Eager to follow in the footsteps of Paralympian great Melissa Perrine, rising Australian skier Georgia Gunew has shown her potential at the Milan-Cortina Games.

Why Paralympics medal shocked Aussie snowboard star

Why Paralympics medal shocked Aussie snowboard star

Pushing away memories of a nightmare banked slalom run four years prior, Australia's star winter Paralympian Ben Tudhope has broken through for another medal.

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Pink Australian flag for Peppa Pig-inspired para-skier

Pink Australian flag for Peppa Pig-inspired para-skier

Pink Australian flag for Peppa Pig-inspired para-skier

Pink Australian flag for Peppa Pig-inspired para-skier

Inspired by iconic British cartoon character Peppa Pig, Australia's youngest female winter Paralympian has backed herself as one to watch at future Games.

Summer rivalry fuelling new Aussie para-winter star

Summer rivalry fuelling new Aussie para-winter star

Summer rivalry fuelling new Aussie para-winter star

Summer rivalry fuelling new Aussie para-winter star

A summer-turned-winter rivalry is helping Australia's Paralympics golden girl Lauren Parker adjust to competition on the snow at the Milan-Cortina Games.

Can Oksana Masters be beaten? Impossible, say rivals

Can Oksana Masters be beaten? Impossible, say rivals

Can Oksana Masters be beaten? Impossible, say rivals

Can Oksana Masters be beaten? Impossible, say rivals

US multi-discipline star Oksana Masters has raised the stakes again, dominating in cross-country to win her third gold medal of the Milan-Cortina Games.

Grandpa nap, museum relic: Aussie para-star on rebound

Grandpa nap, museum relic: Aussie para-star on rebound

Grandpa nap, museum relic: Aussie para-star on rebound

Grandpa nap, museum relic: Aussie para-star on rebound

A day after shredding his opening Games event as "pathetic", Australia's Michael Milton has revealed what helped him bounce back at the Milan-Cortina Games.

'Pathetic': Milton on emotional Paralympics comeback

'Pathetic': Milton on emotional Paralympics comeback

'Pathetic': Milton on emotional Paralympics comeback

'Pathetic': Milton on emotional Paralympics comeback

Competing at the Milan-Cortina Games, Australia's Michael Milton held back tears after racing in his first Paralympics event in 20 years - the men's super G.

'Dreams come true': Tudhope claims first Aussie medal

'Dreams come true': Tudhope claims first Aussie medal

'Dreams come true': Tudhope claims first Aussie medal

'Dreams come true': Tudhope claims first Aussie medal

Ben Tudhope has claimed Australia’s first medal at the Winter Paralympics, winning silver in the snowboard cross at the Milan-Cortina Games.

Rising Aussie para-skier crashes in Paralympic opener

Rising Aussie para-skier crashes in Paralympic opener

Rising Aussie para-skier crashes in Paralympic opener

Rising Aussie para-skier crashes in Paralympic opener

Former AFL prospect and para-alpine skier Josh Hanlon has fallen short in the men's downhill event at the Paralympics, while Lauren Parker made her debut.

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Russia marks Paralympic return amid calls for peace

Flying their flag for the first time since 2014, Russia marched at the Milan-Cortina Paralympics opening ceremony as Ukraine led a boycott in protest.

Veteran and rookie named as Australian para flagbearers

Australia's only medallist at the last winter Paralympics will carry the flag at the Milan-Cortina opening ceremony with a team rookie.

Aussie ski great declares himself fit for Paralympics

Less than 20 days out from surgery for a fracture in his leg, one of Australia's great Paralympians says he's ready to compete at the Milan-Cortina Games.

Australia sidesteps Paralympic boycott against Russia

Australia's Paralympians will participate in the 2026 Milan-Cortina opening ceremony despite a boycott in protest against Russia's inclusion at the Games.

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Winter Paralympic great named despite leg fracture

One of Australia's all-time great Paralympians has been named for the Milan-Cortina Games, but a leg fracture means he still needs medical clearance to compete.

Paralympics great to make winter debut in Nordic sports

A two-time summer Paralympics gold medallist headlines the Australian team named for the biathlon and cross-country events at the winter Para Games.

Snowboarder to break new ground again at Paralympics

The first Indigenous athlete to compete for Australia at a Winter Paralympics is no stranger to breaking new ground in sport.

Aussie ski great's 20-year Paralympic comeback in doubt

Australian para-alpine skiing legend Michael Milton has been dealt a massive blow in his bid to compete at his sixth Winter Paralympics after a training mishap.

Para golden girl on track for Winter Paralympics berth

Unable to resist a challenge dangled in her face, Australia's dual-sport Paralympic champion Lauren Parker has switched from streets to snow-covered slopes.

Olympic vision elevates Paralympians to equal status

A champion Paralympian has hailed the inclusive approach of the 2032 Games, while anxieties persist about the home city's infrastructure needs.

Boddington wins Oppy after paracycling worlds gold haul

Only two years after taking up track racing, Korey Boddington is the second paracyclist to win the Oppy Medal as Australian cyclist of the year.

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