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Aussie anti-doping chief's drugs in youth sport warning

Aussie anti-doping chief's drugs in youth sport warning

Australia's anti-doping leader say education is key after a global report found 10 million sports children had used performance-enhancing drugs.

'Uncool' pollies told to give combat sports a chance

'Uncool' pollies told to give combat sports a chance

'Uncool' pollies told to give combat sports a chance

'Uncool' pollies told to give combat sports a chance

Combat sports organisers have asked for help not hindrance as state politicians examine emerging and often brutal competitions.

Smith future unclear as LIV Golf moves to liquidate

Smith future unclear as LIV Golf moves to liquidate

Smith future unclear as LIV Golf moves to liquidate

Smith future unclear as LIV Golf moves to liquidate

LIV Golf is heading towards liquidation after a potential investor pulled out, leaving Australian superstar Cameron Smith's career uncertain.

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Brisbane 2032 Olympics: Coates won't chase CEO job

Brisbane 2032 Olympics: Coates won't chase CEO job

John Coates isn't interested in applying for the CEO post for the 2032 Olympics, also opening up about a divisive venue choice for a sport close to his heart.

Former Wallaby's urgent warning about inherited cancer

Former Wallaby's urgent warning about inherited cancer

Seventeen members of former rugby star Joe Roff's family have a gene that makes them much more susceptible to developing cancer, prompting his urgent warning.

Run-it-straight return heralds new era of brutal sport

Run-it-straight return heralds new era of brutal sport

After a bruising court loss, one of Australia's newest and most brutal sporting contests is back despite grave warnings of the dangers it poses to young people.

Full-circle emotion as Alcott joins sport Hall Of Fame

Full-circle emotion as Alcott joins sport Hall Of Fame

Next month's Sport Australia Hall Of Fame annual awards dinner will feature seven inductees, including one whose younger self would not comprehend the honour.

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Brisbane beckons for Mathews' Australian Olympics goal

Brisbane beckons for Mathews' Australian Olympics goal

Brisbane beckons for Mathews' Australian Olympics goal

Brisbane beckons for Mathews' Australian Olympics goal

After winning two bronze medals at the 1956 Olympics and marching in the opening ceremony at Sydney 2000, Marlene Mathews plans to still be around for Brisbane.

'A special buzz': fans farewell racing at dog track

'A special buzz': fans farewell racing at dog track

'A special buzz': fans farewell racing at dog track

'A special buzz': fans farewell racing at dog track

As thousands packed out the stands for the final greyhound races at an inner-city track, the devotees have mourned the loss of a piece of sporting history.

Gone to the dogs: thousands on track for final farewell

Gone to the dogs: thousands on track for final farewell

Gone to the dogs: thousands on track for final farewell

Gone to the dogs: thousands on track for final farewell

Thousands have packed into Wentworth Park, which has been hosting greyhound races for almost a century, to farewell the track ahead of its planned demolition.

AFL stadium builder named, final cost could blow out

AFL stadium builder named, final cost could blow out

AFL stadium builder named, final cost could blow out

AFL stadium builder named, final cost could blow out

The preferred builder, which has built venues in New Zealand and Queensland, has been announced for Tasmania's new 23,000-seat stadium.

Selection headaches loom as Matildas thrash Haiti

Selection headaches loom as Matildas thrash Haiti

Selection headaches loom as Matildas thrash Haiti

Selection headaches loom as Matildas thrash Haiti

Leticia McKenna starred with two goals as the Matildas rebounded from a poor loss with a big win over Haiti as they prepare for next year's World Cup.

Matildas boss's update on Sam Kerr ankle, staff changes

Matildas boss's update on Sam Kerr ankle, staff changes

Matildas boss's update on Sam Kerr ankle, staff changes

Matildas boss's update on Sam Kerr ankle, staff changes

Matildas mentor Joe Montemurro has addressed Sam Kerr ankle issues ahead of Australia's clash against Haiti in France.

Kerr ankle injury as error-hit Matildas fall to Germany

Kerr ankle injury as error-hit Matildas fall to Germany

Kerr ankle injury as error-hit Matildas fall to Germany

Kerr ankle injury as error-hit Matildas fall to Germany

With their eyes firmly set on the FIFA Women's World Cup, the Matildas received a reality check in a loss to a European powerhouse.

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P-plater bailed after horror crash into Newcastle fans

An 18-year-old driver has been granted bail after a car ploughed into a crowd who were farewelling the Newcastle Knights ahead of the NRL grand final.

'Gobsmacked': emblem response thrills 2032 Games boss

A largely positive response to the leaked 2032 Brisbane Games emblem has thrilled organisers as they sweat on the Olympic sport program being finalised.

Inside billionaire's bargain waterfront arena lease

A sports arena has been leased by a state government to the billionaire owner of the National Basketball League for less than the cost of a house in the area.

Long recovery for victims as Knights crash driver held

A young girl remains in hospital with serious injuries after a car careened into a crowd farewelling the Newcastle Knights ahead of the NRL grand final.

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Girl fights for life after car hits group of NRL fans

Several children were among a group of footy fans injured when a car struck crowds lining a major road to cheer on the NRL grand final-bound Newcastle Knights.

Court rejects challenge to golf course redevelopment

A controversial redevelopment designed to attract an international golf tournament has survived a David-and-Goliath federal court challenge.

Roosters star to make up for lost time in NRLW GF

Moving on from the "hardest part" of her NRLW career, Sydney Roosters star Tarryn Aiken is set for a starring role in the grand final against Brisbane.

Sole bidder in final talks over 2032 stadium build

A joint venture is through to the next stage of talks in a major step on the road to delivering the 63,000-seat, 2032 Olympics' main stadium in Brisbane.

Footy codes unite on Aussie rules' big day

A decades-old club tradition has again hosted a who's who of politics and Aussie Rules ahead of AFL's biggest day, where an unlikely star stole the limelight.

Hawks NBL champion gone one game into season

The Illawarra Hawks have parted ways with import centre Darius Days.

Wooden spoon turnaround: Sydney Flames set the bar high

The Sydney Flames aren't mucking around, with co-owner Luc Longley making clear some quality off-season WNBL recruitment brings high expectations.

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