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White racial slurs still racist, Kerr's jury told

White racial slurs still racist, Kerr's jury told

The jury in Matildas striker Sam Kerr's London trial have been asked to consider if calling a policeman "stupid and white" is still racist.

Echoing Landy, the mile returns to Commonwealth Games

Echoing Landy, the mile returns to Commonwealth Games

Echoing Landy, the mile returns to Commonwealth Games

Echoing Landy, the mile returns to Commonwealth Games

The 2026 Commonwealth Games will feature the biggest swimming programme ever - and a return on the track of the mile event once graced by Bannister and Landy.

Kerr, partner recall racial bias of police

Kerr, partner recall racial bias of police

Kerr, partner recall racial bias of police

Kerr, partner recall racial bias of police

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has told a UK court she thought a police officer abused his power and privilege, but denies insulting his 'whiteness'.

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Hurricanes underline Tasmania's sporting purple patch

Hurricanes underline Tasmania's sporting purple patch

Tasmania is enjoying a moment in the sporting sunshine, with the NBL's JackJumpers, BBL's Hurricanes and AFL coach Chris Fagan winning flags in the past year.

It's Trew: Arisa revels as skateboard role model

It's Trew: Arisa revels as skateboard role model

At the age of 14, Arisa Trew hopes she's a role model for skateboarding while her father has no doubt about her impact on the sport.

Water safety pioneer, master swim coach makes a splash

Water safety pioneer, master swim coach makes a splash

Water safety pioneer and master swim coach Laurie Lawrence is among a batch of sporting luminaries feted in the Australia Day Honours list.

Sportsbet sued by gamblers over 'illegal' live betting

Sportsbet sued by gamblers over 'illegal' live betting

Sportsbet has been taken to court in a class action over its Fast Code services, which allows customers to bet on a live event.

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Nursing support for all, no matter the cancer type

Nursing support for all, no matter the cancer type

Nursing support for all, no matter the cancer type

Nursing support for all, no matter the cancer type

Cancer patients will find it easier to get specialised support after the government committed millions during one of the nation's biggest fundraising events.

Foxtel sale a game changer for sports fans, industry

Foxtel sale a game changer for sports fans, industry

Foxtel sale a game changer for sports fans, industry

Foxtel sale a game changer for sports fans, industry

The $3.4 billion sale of Foxtel Group to British streaming behemoth DAZN is being called a landmark for Australian sports broadcasting.

Kings storm home to beat Breakers in NBL

Kings storm home to beat Breakers in NBL

Kings storm home to beat Breakers in NBL

Kings storm home to beat Breakers in NBL

Jaylen Adams has come up with a series of clutch plays down the stretch to guide the Sydney Kings to an eight-point NBL win over the NZ Breakers in Auckland.

China benched, PNG takes field in sport-security pact

China benched, PNG takes field in sport-security pact

China benched, PNG takes field in sport-security pact

China benched, PNG takes field in sport-security pact

Australia is putting $600 million towards a team from Papua New Guinea joining the NRL but will pull its support if Port Moresby breaks "strategic trust".

Husband pleads guilty over crash that killed Olympian

Husband pleads guilty over crash that killed Olympian

Husband pleads guilty over crash that killed Olympian

Husband pleads guilty over crash that killed Olympian

Champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty to a new charge over the crash the led to death of his wife, Melissa Hoskins.

Don't leave locals behind, PNG PM warns investors

Don't leave locals behind, PNG PM warns investors

Don't leave locals behind, PNG PM warns investors

Don't leave locals behind, PNG PM warns investors

Troubles in an autonomous province in Papua New Guinea have been used as a cautionary tale for those looking to profit in the developing nation.

2032 Olympic Games countdown begins with venue review

2032 Olympic Games countdown begins with venue review

2032 Olympic Games countdown begins with venue review

2032 Olympic Games countdown begins with venue review

The countdown to the Brisbane Olympics has begun with an independent infrastructure review body to deliver a 2032 Games venue blueprint in 100 days.

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Stunned silence at Flemington over Melbourne Cup winner

Socialite Nicky Hilton Rothschild and model Liz Hurley were among famous faces at Flemington, as the crowd was stunned by the Melbourne Cup winner.

World title fight 'promised' to UFC star Volkanovski

After losing his featherweight title to Spain's Ilia Tuporia, Alex Volkanovski will return to Sydney in February eyeing a chance to reclaim his belt.

Blak excellence front and centre at Koori knockout

While rugby league is central to the Koori Knockout being held this weekend, the sporting tournament also celebrates Indigenous culture and community.

Lions fans roar as Swans fly high at grand final parade

Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans fans have had a pre-game glimpse of their teams as the players paraded through Melbourne's streets ahead of the AFL Grand Final.

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Show some guts: PM 'backtracks' on gambling ad ban

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been accused of walking back support for gambling reforms, after he rebuffed concerns about sports betting advertisements.

Stadium's estimated cost blows budget by $60m

A 23,000-seat roofed stadium planned for Hobart's waterfront has an estimated price tag of $60 million more than the state government's initial figure.

Glasgow model could secure Commonwealth Games future

Glasgow has been announced as 2026 Commonwealth Games host, replacing Victoria, with a pared-back event being heralded as the way forward.

Addo-Carr's second test positive, future uncertain

Canterbury superstar Josh Addo-Carr's secondary drug test has come back as positive in a blow to the winger's hopes of returning to the field this season.

'Something to hide': contempt claims over Games docs

The Victorian government is yet to hand over documents tied to its bid for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, sparking claims it could be in contempt of parliament.

Sports must meet women boardroom targets or lose funds

The federal government will withhold funding from sports organisations that don't meet targets of women comprising half their boards from 2027.

Macarthur told to pay up for coach Yorke's sacking

Macarthur FC will have to pay Dwight Yorke almost $215,000 compensation after a court found the A-League club sacked the former men's coach without just cause.

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