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Local hero Half Yours carries weight of a nation

Local hero Half Yours carries weight of a nation

Jockey Jamie Melham's shot at history in the Melbourne Cup comes as local hope Half Yours and new favourite Al Riffa are set to enjoy soft ground at Flemington.

Buckaroo 'class' leads Waller's five-strong Cup assault

Buckaroo 'class' leads Waller's five-strong Cup assault

Buckaroo 'class' leads Waller's five-strong Cup assault

Buckaroo 'class' leads Waller's five-strong Cup assault

Chris Waller has likened Buckaroo's Melbourne Cup preparation to that of 2021 winner Verry Elleegant as the master trainer eyes a second win in the great race.

St Kilda stumble into maiden AFLW finals appearance

St Kilda stumble into maiden AFLW finals appearance

St Kilda stumble into maiden AFLW finals appearance

St Kilda stumble into maiden AFLW finals appearance

St Kilda have endured a nightmare last game before the finals, suffering a 45-point defeat to the Western Bulldogs and losing star Jaimee Lambert to injury.

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Home record alive as Phoenix take down Wildcats

Home record alive as Phoenix take down Wildcats

South East Melbourne are unbeaten in four games at home this NBL season after outlasting the Perth Wildcats in a tight contest on Sunday.

Bendigo's spirited showing hands Sydney third loss

Bendigo's spirited showing hands Sydney third loss

The Bendigo Spirit have picked up their second consecutive win as young gun Izzy Borlase starred in an 88-75 dismantling of the Sydney Flames.

Lions beat Pies, seal Demons qualifying final clash

Lions beat Pies, seal Demons qualifying final clash

Brisbane have scored a 20-point win over Collingwood to claim third place on the AFLW ladder and tee up an away qualifying final against Melbourne.

Ambos delayed as long weekend, heat stretches resources

Ambos delayed as long weekend, heat stretches resources

Ambulance services were under pressure after an influx of people seeking emergency help was driven by public holiday festivities and warm weather.

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Dolan whips out secret weapon in Melbourne Cup defence

Dolan whips out secret weapon in Melbourne Cup defence

Dolan whips out secret weapon in Melbourne Cup defence

Dolan whips out secret weapon in Melbourne Cup defence

Top jockey Robbie Dolan believes Royal Supremacy is a genuine Melbourne Cup chance as the Irish expat eyes another slice of Flemington history.

Rain dance for Cup favourite amid slight distance query

Rain dance for Cup favourite amid slight distance query

Rain dance for Cup favourite amid slight distance query

Rain dance for Cup favourite amid slight distance query

Co-trainer Calvin McEvoy believes Half Yours is every chance to justify his Melbourne Cup favouritism but would love to see rain to boost their chances.

Zanker bags four against Cats as Demons nab second spot

Zanker bags four against Cats as Demons nab second spot

Zanker bags four against Cats as Demons nab second spot

Zanker bags four against Cats as Demons nab second spot

Eden Zanker has kicked four goals but Kate Hore copped a late hit to the head as Melbourne posted a 14-point win over Geelong.

Cup of joy as favourite handed 'perfect' barrier draw

Cup of joy as favourite handed 'perfect' barrier draw

Cup of joy as favourite handed 'perfect' barrier draw

Cup of joy as favourite handed 'perfect' barrier draw

Co-trainer Calvin McEvoy could not have asked for a better result after Melbourne Cup favourite Half Yours drew barrier eight for the great race.

'No one better': red-hot Zahra steals show on Derby day

'No one better': red-hot Zahra steals show on Derby day

'No one better': red-hot Zahra steals show on Derby day

'No one better': red-hot Zahra steals show on Derby day

Mark Zahra has secured four straight wins on Victoria Derby day, piloting hot favourite Observer to victory in the $2 million Group 1 feature at Flemington.

Suns rise to end tough AFLW season with upset win

Suns rise to end tough AFLW season with upset win

Suns rise to end tough AFLW season with upset win

Suns rise to end tough AFLW season with upset win

Gold Coast have slotted three late goals to finish a tough AFL season on a high, upsetting Richmond by 14 points at Ikon Park.

India's relief as star quick exits T20s for Ashes prep

India's relief as star quick exits T20s for Ashes prep

India's relief as star quick exits T20s for Ashes prep

India's relief as star quick exits T20s for Ashes prep

After destroying India with the white ball, star Australia quick Josh Hazlewood will play for NSW in an ideal preparation for the Ashes.

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Price is right for Australian netball's top player gong

Jamie-Lee Price has won the Liz Ellis Diamond as the game's best player, rewarded for her efforts with the Giants and on the international netball stage.

Hannah's future stolen by jealous, angry act of horror

Hannah McGuire was preparing to move into a bright future after a difficult break up. Hours later, her jealous ex boyfriend's rage took it all away from her.

Local cricketers down bats in memory of killed teen

Tributes have continued to flow for a young cricketer killed in a freak training accident, as his local association postpones scheduled matches in his memory.

Killer Kangaroos thrash Hawks to make AFLW history

Tahlia Randall kicked four goals as North Melbourne set an Australian rules football record by defeating Hawthorn for their 24th consecutive victory.

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Hazlewood, Marsh dominate India in T20 at heaving MCG

Josh Hazlewood and Mitch Marsh have starred in Australia's four-wicket win over India at the MCG to go 1-0 up with three games left in the series.

'Huge win': Flyers put out Fire in see-sawing thriller

The Southside Melbourne Flyers have ended Townsville's unbeaten streak in the WNBL, defeating the Fire 89-83 thanks to another star turn from Cayla George.

'Did you miss us?': Oasis tour kicks off in Australia

Oasis have returned to the Australian stage for the first time in decades, with more than 55,000 fans packing out a stadium to watch the brothers reunite.

Webster fails again as Tasmania slide to Shield loss

Australia's Test allrounder Beau Webster failed again with the bat for Tasmania in a heavy Sheffield Shield loss to Victoria.

'Shortcomings' but camper trial not unfair, court told

The director of public prosecutions has admitted there were some shortcomings in its case against camper murderer Greg Lynn, but said the trial was not unfair.

'That much better': Zahra bullish on Derby favourite

Mark Zahra expects short-priced favourite Observer to be far too good for his rivals in the $2 million Victoria Derby despite queries over the race distance.

Jazz festival got the blues of last-minute ticket sales

The Wangaratta Jazz Festival turned its fortunes around in 2024, but organisers fear this year's event could run at a loss.

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