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'Lack of consultation' before Tas stadium announcement

'Lack of consultation' before Tas stadium announcement

A parliamentary committee has found the Tasmanian government did not consult with key stakeholders before announcing the site for a proposed stadium.

Sports concussion report looks to tackle issue head on

Sports concussion report looks to tackle issue head on

Sports concussion report looks to tackle issue head on

Sports concussion report looks to tackle issue head on

An inquiry into sports concussions has called for better data collection as a matter of urgency following evidence from multiple athletes and their families.

Young and multicultural: shift in sports participation

Young and multicultural: shift in sports participation

Young and multicultural: shift in sports participation

Young and multicultural: shift in sports participation

More people are turning to informal sports participation and away from formal club settings with multicultural communities leading the shift.

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Almost half of elite athletes 'earn below poverty line'

Almost half of elite athletes 'earn below poverty line'

Australia risks an exodus of top athletes ahead of the Olympics as many buckle under financial pressures and consider quitting, survey results show.

Scepticism around price of Games before cancellation

Scepticism around price of Games before cancellation

A major city's Commonwealth Games infrastructure wish-list was overlooked and there were doubts about costs even before the event was suddenly cancelled.

Second man charged over alleged attack on AFL retiree

Second man charged over alleged attack on AFL retiree

North Melbourne star Jack Ziebell was celebrating his retirement when he was allegedly kicked and punched by a group of men.

Olympics boss 'confident' in Brisbane games organisers

Olympics boss 'confident' in Brisbane games organisers

Australian Olympic officials and Brisbane 2032 games organisers have been quizzed about their preparations for the world's biggest sporting event.

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Victoria to pay $380m to Comm Games for cancelled event

Victoria to pay $380m to Comm Games for cancelled event

Victoria to pay $380m to Comm Games for cancelled event

Victoria to pay $380m to Comm Games for cancelled event

Victoria will pay $380 million in compensation to Commonwealth Games bodies after cancelling the 2026 event over concerns of billion-dollar cost blow-outs.

Former Olympic swimming champion Devitt dies

Former Olympic swimming champion Devitt dies

Former Olympic swimming champion Devitt dies

Former Olympic swimming champion Devitt dies

Australia's four-time Olympic swimming medallist and long-time sports administrator John Devitt has died, aged 86.

Matildas score viewing records as flare 'idiots' fined

Matildas score viewing records as flare 'idiots' fined

Matildas score viewing records as flare 'idiots' fined

Matildas score viewing records as flare 'idiots' fined

The Women's World Cup semi between the Matildas and Lionesses smashed television viewing records but concerns have been raised about the actions of some fans.

Fans flock to live sites as Matilda-mania takes over

Fans flock to live sites as Matilda-mania takes over

Fans flock to live sites as Matilda-mania takes over

Fans flock to live sites as Matilda-mania takes over

Thousands of fans are expected to pack Stadium Australia for the Matildas' World Cup semi-final against England and millions more will tune in from home.

Not talks today on proposed WWC23 finals holiday: PM

Not talks today on proposed WWC23 finals holiday: PM

Not talks today on proposed WWC23 finals holiday: PM

Not talks today on proposed WWC23 finals holiday: PM

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese won't be discussing a proposed public holiday for the Matildas with state and territory leaders when national cabinet meets.

Dutton opposes public holiday celebration for Matildas

Dutton opposes public holiday celebration for Matildas

Dutton opposes public holiday celebration for Matildas

Dutton opposes public holiday celebration for Matildas

Peter Dutton says a proposed public holiday if the Matildas win the World Cup is an "ego trip" for the prime minister and will have no legacy impact.

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

A sudden illness requiring ongoing treatment had forced ex-NSW premier Morris Iemma to step down as chair of the body that oversees the SCG and other stadia.

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Monster WA bash to commemorate 1983 America's Cup win

Western Australia will celebrate 40 years since Australia II rewrote sporting history by winning the America’s Cup with a huge party.

Sydney City2Surf runners put the fun into fundraising

Roads across Sydney are beginning to reopen after tens of thousands of runners took part in the the annual City2Surf charity run from the city to Bondi Beach.

Cowboy rising star wins over the Prime Minister

The prime minister has visited the Mount Isa Mines Rodeo in rural Queensland to meet the best and brightest cowboys and cowgirls.

Compo talks still in play for sidelined 2026 Games

Premier Daniel Andrews says there is no need to rush negotiations between his government and Commonwealth Games officials over compensation claims.

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Greyhound trainer suspended after mistreatment claims

Tasmania's Office of Racing Integrity has suspended prominent greyhound trainer Anthony Bullock pending a probe into allegations of animal mistreatment.

Footage sparks welfare probe into greyhound trainer

Racing officials in Tasmania have launched an investigation after footage raised concerns about a prominent greyhound trainer's facility.

Beale's bail varied so he can chase French rugby offer

Suspended Wallaby Kurtley Beale has had his bail varied awaiting trial on sexual assault allegations, so he's able to take up an offer to play rugby in France.

Victoria 2026 compensation could offset new host costs

The 2026 Commonwealth Games could be held in Australia and any compensation from the Victorian government could go towards offsetting costs for the new host.

Shane Tuck's final days like a 'war zone in his head'

The sister of an AFL player who died in his 30s says his brain was "rotting away" from disease and his final days were like "a war zone in his head".

Hockeyroos seek 'extra edge' in Paris with Games boost

Australia's hockey teams will benefit from a $20 million federal government Olympics funding boost to assist the country's 2024 Paris Games tilt.

Skate teens Trew and Covell in X Games medal rush

Queensland teenager skateboarders Arisa Trew and Chloe Covell have left the X Games in California with four medals including three gold.

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