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Wallabies playmaker sets sights on Italy Test return

Wallabies playmaker sets sights on Italy Test return

Ben Donaldson is hopeful of giving the Wallabies a play-making boost against Italy as coach Joe Schmidt prepares to say arrivederci.

Premier takes on fresh jobs in defence powerhouse push

Premier takes on fresh jobs in defence powerhouse push

Premier takes on fresh jobs in defence powerhouse push

Premier takes on fresh jobs in defence powerhouse push

WA's premier wants his resource-rich state to diversify into defence as he takes on key additional portfolios in his own cabinet.

Former Lions star winless at Eagles, but still loves it

Former Lions star winless at Eagles, but still loves it

Former Lions star winless at Eagles, but still loves it

Former Lions star winless at Eagles, but still loves it

Brandon Starcevich enjoyed a 70 per cent winning ratio at Brisbane, but he's embracing life at the rebuilding Eagles as the club emerges from a long rebuild.

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Bombers drop McKay again as Solomon makes a statement

Bombers drop McKay again as Solomon makes a statement

Essendon swingman Ben McKay has been axed after kicking just six goals in five games in his new role as a forward, while Brisbane welcome back two big guns.

Ex-staffer lands cabinet post, Indigenous MP overlooked

Ex-staffer lands cabinet post, Indigenous MP overlooked

An ex-chief of staff to two premiers has been promoted to a mystery cabinet position as a state Labor caucus ignores calls for an Indigenous MP to get the job.

He's staying: in-demand Eagles mid re-signs until 2030

He's staying: in-demand Eagles mid re-signs until 2030

It's been a year of struggle for Elijah Hewett, but the 22-year-old has turned down interest from Victorian clubs to re-sign for West Coast on a four-year deal.

Eagles hope midfield bull kicks free of unwanted record

Eagles hope midfield bull kicks free of unwanted record

Harley Reid is on record pace when it comes to giving away free kicks, but West Coast love his hard edge and the way he leads the midfield.

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Fremantle ruck battle heats up as Cox shows his swagger

Fremantle ruck battle heats up as Cox shows his swagger

Fremantle ruck battle heats up as Cox shows his swagger

Fremantle ruck battle heats up as Cox shows his swagger

Former Magpies big man Mason Cox has put himself in the box seat to lock down Fremantle's No.2 ruck role after putting in a strong display against Sydney.

On notice: AFL crackdown on head rubs hits prime time

On notice: AFL crackdown on head rubs hits prime time

On notice: AFL crackdown on head rubs hits prime time

On notice: AFL crackdown on head rubs hits prime time

Fremantle defender Luke Ryan and Sydney counterpart Dane Rampe were thrust into the spotlight after giving away free kicks for head rubs.

Freo overcome first-half shocker to obliterate Swans

Freo overcome first-half shocker to obliterate Swans

Freo overcome first-half shocker to obliterate Swans

Freo overcome first-half shocker to obliterate Swans

Fremantle have overcome a five-goal haul from Charlie Curnow and a 25-point second-quarter deficit to beat Sydney by 38 points at Optus Stadium.

Woodside's lawsuit on protesters set for court hearing

Woodside's lawsuit on protesters set for court hearing

Woodside's lawsuit on protesters set for court hearing

Woodside's lawsuit on protesters set for court hearing

A civil case initiated by an oil and gas giant against three environmentalists over a stink bomb three years ago has been listed for a court hearing.

Battle of the bigs as Freo and Swans fight for top spot

Battle of the bigs as Freo and Swans fight for top spot

Battle of the bigs as Freo and Swans fight for top spot

Battle of the bigs as Freo and Swans fight for top spot

Top spot and bragging rights will be on the line when Fremantle host Sydney at a sold out Optus Stadium on Thursday night.

Dockers make surprise ruck move ahead of blockbuster

Dockers make surprise ruck move ahead of blockbuster

Dockers make surprise ruck move ahead of blockbuster

Dockers make surprise ruck move ahead of blockbuster

Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy is being managed for Thursday night's blockbuster against Sydney, with the move opening the door for Mason Cox's return.

Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike

Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike

Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike

Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike

Hundreds of port workers are expected to walk off the job after failed wage negotiations between a mining giant and unions.

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Dockers star unlikely for AFL blockbuster against Swans

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is optimistic Hayden Young's latest injury is a minor setback, but says he faces an uphill battle to play against Sydney.

Aussie Bryce has a ball in his Boomers camp debut

American-born star Bryce Cotton looms as a major weapon for Australia at the 2028 LA Olympics after starring in his first Boomers camp.

Bryce Cotton stars as Boomers down Philippines in Perth

Bryce Cotton nailed his first three triples as Australia finished the first phase of World Cup qualifying with a perfect 6-0 record.

Dockers star has 'dodged a bullet' with injury setback

Fremantle's Hayden Young is a slim chance to play in the AFL top-of-the-table clash with Sydney despite his latest injury setback.

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'Fight for our lives': Labor fears as by-election looms

A by-election for a seat will be tough to retain after a state MP quit, Labor says, as One Nation prepares to exploit voter disquiet.

Bulldogs midfielder banned for dangerous bump

Western Bulldogs midfielder Matt Kennedy has been suspended for next week's clash with West Coast after delivering a dangerous bump in Friday's loss to Sydney.

He had a down night: Eagles back Yeo to rebound

Star West Coast veteran Elliot Yeo was held to just seven disposals against Adelaide on Friday night, raising questions about whether his role needs changing.

Star Crow 'out cold' after mystery illness in Perth

Adelaide forward Riley Thilthorpe has missed his team's win over West Coast after being struck down by a mystery illness.

Fogarty kicks four as Crows bounce back to beat Eagles

Adelaide have overcome the late withdrawal of star forward Riley Thilthorpe to post a 25-point win over West Coast at Optus Stadium.

Cotton debuts as Boomers crush minnows Guam

Tyrese Proctor has put on a shooting clinic and Bryce Cotton dazzled in his Boomers debut as Australia trounced Guam in a World Cup qualifier in Perth.

Giants' fearless debutant readies for AFL heavyweights

GWS are looking to get their AFL season back on track, although they now face the high-flying Fremantle, who are on course to topple records.

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