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AFL concussion rules need to shift after Tuck's death

AFL concussion rules need to shift after Tuck's death

A coroner's findings into the death of former Richmond player Shane Tuck includes multiple recommendations to the AFL over concussion.

AFL concussion report from 1993 central to class action

AFL concussion report from 1993 central to class action

AFL concussion report from 1993 central to class action

AFL concussion report from 1993 central to class action

A major concussion class action against the AFL relies on a medical report from the code in the '90s, as new details of Max Rooke's injuries were revealed.

Brisbane mayor quits 'dysfunctional' Olympic 'talkfest'

Brisbane mayor quits 'dysfunctional' Olympic 'talkfest'

Brisbane mayor quits 'dysfunctional' Olympic 'talkfest'

Brisbane mayor quits 'dysfunctional' Olympic 'talkfest'

Brisbane's Lord Mayor has resigned from the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games advisory body and criticised the Palaszczuk government's Gabba redevelopment plan.

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Row erupts over AFL, cricket team relocation project

Row erupts over AFL, cricket team relocation project

The Queensland government has been warned its major relocation project for AFL and cricket teams in Brisbane is "not a done deal" after a funding row erupted.

Matildas, 2000 water polo team win Don, Dawn awards

Matildas, 2000 water polo team win Don, Dawn awards

The Sport Australia Hall Of Fame has honoured women's sport with its annual awards, recognising the Matildas and the 2000 Olympic water polo gold medallists.

Athletics in 'survival mode' after Games cancellation

Athletics in 'survival mode' after Games cancellation

Athletics Australia says the sport is in 'survival mode' after the scrapping of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, taking aim at how Daniel Andrews axed the event.

Swimming honoured at AIS awards ahead of Olympics

Swimming honoured at AIS awards ahead of Olympics

Swimming has dominated the Australian Institute of Sport annual awards, winning nearly half the categories as it builds to the Paris Olympics and Paralympics.

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Gold Coast sneaker freaks get kicks from design show

Gold Coast sneaker freaks get kicks from design show

Gold Coast sneaker freaks get kicks from design show

Gold Coast sneaker freaks get kicks from design show

From Converse to Comme des Garçons, sneaker culture is the subject of the first international design show for the HOTA gallery on the Gold Coast.

Magic in the sky as world's top pilots head to the bush

Magic in the sky as world's top pilots head to the bush

Magic in the sky as world's top pilots head to the bush

Magic in the sky as world's top pilots head to the bush

A small NSW farming town is set to host the Gliding World Championships, showcasing a magic mix of adventure, endurance and risk.

AIS aspiring for gender equity in coaching by 2032

AIS aspiring for gender equity in coaching by 2032

AIS aspiring for gender equity in coaching by 2032

AIS aspiring for gender equity in coaching by 2032

With only three women in high-performance coaching roles across the nation, the AIS is tackling gender equity in the lead up to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

Aspiring cricket promoter avoids jail over $190k fraud

Aspiring cricket promoter avoids jail over $190k fraud

Aspiring cricket promoter avoids jail over $190k fraud

Aspiring cricket promoter avoids jail over $190k fraud

A part-time DJ who dreamt of bringing international cricketers to Melbourne has avoided jail after fleecing his employer of about $190,000 to put on the event.

Volkanovski knocked out in UFC title rematch

Volkanovski knocked out in UFC title rematch

Volkanovski knocked out in UFC title rematch

Volkanovski knocked out in UFC title rematch

Australian Alexander Volkanovski has been knocked out in the first round after taking a short-notice rematch with UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev.

'Grandiose ideas' led cricket promoter to steal $190k

'Grandiose ideas' led cricket promoter to steal $190k

'Grandiose ideas' led cricket promoter to steal $190k

'Grandiose ideas' led cricket promoter to steal $190k

A former warehouse assistant has admitted stealing from his employer after he over-promised on T20 cricket tournaments he promoted as a side business.

'Made me look like a villain': Vasiljevic slams Kings

'Made me look like a villain': Vasiljevic slams Kings

'Made me look like a villain': Vasiljevic slams Kings

'Made me look like a villain': Vasiljevic slams Kings

Two-time NBL champion, Dejan Vasiljevic, has called out the Sydney Kings, claiming he's been made out as a "villain" as he returns to the league with Adelaide.

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Youth on YouTube with fries, wearing Cotton On: survey

YouTube retains its crown as a place of belonging and entertainment for Australia's Generation Z, according to this year's YouthInsight survey.

Ella, Beachley official Legends in Sport Hall of Fame

Seven-time world champion surfer Layne Beachley and former Wallabies captain Mark Ella have been elevated to Legend status in the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.

Aussie sporting stars tackle big issues facing girls

New research has found key disparities in attitudes towards girls in Australia, as two sporting stars work together to confront the issues.

Accused referee basher given new freedom ahead of trial

A Sydney man will be able to attend three local gyms and work as a foreman to support his wife and young child as he faces charges of assaulting a referee.

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Lawyers hired weeks before 2026 Comm Games cancellation

The Victorian government hired lawyers to seek advice on withdrawing from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games four weeks before its cancellation decision.

Football greats, Olympic champions to join Hall Of Fame

The new Sport Australia Hall Of Fame inductees feature Johnathan Thurston, Tim Cahill, Lydia Lassila and Kurt Fearnley ahead of the annual function on Oct 16.

Sports fans entranced by epic AFL, NRL grand finals

The AFL and NRL's premiership coaches say their triumphs came in all-time classic grand finals.

Ron Barassi lauded as political leaders line up jibes

Politics and footy merged in a very public way as nervous fans, dignitaries and AFL officials broke bread at an annual pre-grand final breakfast.

The Koori Knockout: more than just a weekend of footy

The annual NSW Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout is being held in Tuggerah over the long weekend. Former NRL legends Cliff Lyons and Dean Widders love it.

Spring turns up the heat for footy finals fever

The mercury is expected to soar in multiple cities as special provisions are put in place for a scorching NRL grand final.

Concussion research a focus at Collingwood AFL HQ

Concussion is a focus at a new research hub at Collingwood headquarters, opened by the prime minister on the eve of their AFL Grand Final clash with the Lions.

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