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Understrength Japan out to show Socceroos who's boss

Understrength Japan out to show Socceroos who's boss

Japan are missing stars such as Kaoru Mitoma, Daizen Maida and Takumi Minamino, but they are still setting their sights on victory against the Socceroos.

UFC cookie monster out to back up 19-second masterclass

UFC cookie monster out to back up 19-second masterclass

UFC cookie monster out to back up 19-second masterclass

UFC cookie monster out to back up 19-second masterclass

Quillan Salkilld made the second fastest lightweight debut in UFC history, and the Australian wants to keep the 'fairytale' rolling when he fights in the US.

Socceroos' quick healer ready for date with destiny

Socceroos' quick healer ready for date with destiny

Socceroos' quick healer ready for date with destiny

Socceroos' quick healer ready for date with destiny

From the moment he tore his ACL last September, Alessandro Circati had one date in mind - taking on Japan in a Perth World Cup Qualifier.

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Flare debate: Socceroos veteran, A-League club fire up

Flare debate: Socceroos veteran, A-League club fire up

A Socceroos veteran and Melbourne Victory have made a passionate appeal to police about how they handle football fans, following the A-League Men grand final.

Film follows fight to heal Country from poison legacy

Film follows fight to heal Country from poison legacy

The film Yurlu/Country explores the impact of asbestos mining on a community that has spent decades fighting to heal their homelands.

Controversial Perth Supercars plan wins a famous fan

Controversial Perth Supercars plan wins a famous fan

The WA government wants to build a motorsport street track near Optus Stadium, but the idea has been met with stiff resistance by local residents.

Socceroos search for a hero as date with destiny looms

Socceroos search for a hero as date with destiny looms

The Socceroos could be just one win away from securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup, and the players are drawing on feats from the past to inspire them.

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Eagles skipper Oscar Allen finds his happy place

Eagles skipper Oscar Allen finds his happy place

Eagles skipper Oscar Allen finds his happy place

Eagles skipper Oscar Allen finds his happy place

West Coast coach Andrew McQualter has quipped that Oscar Allen may get at least another week in attack following his four-goal haul against Geelong.

Cats set to welcome back star veteran for Suns showdown

Cats set to welcome back star veteran for Suns showdown

Cats set to welcome back star veteran for Suns showdown

Cats set to welcome back star veteran for Suns showdown

Geelong veteran Patrick Dangerfield has only missed two games with a hamstring injury, but the Cats are confident he is ready to return.

Smith stars as Cats power home late against Eagles

Smith stars as Cats power home late against Eagles

Smith stars as Cats power home late against Eagles

Smith stars as Cats power home late against Eagles

West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen kicked four goals but a final-quarter onslaught from Jeremy Cameron ensured the Cats still posted a sizeable win.

Rowell cleared but is mature-age Demon in strife again?

Rowell cleared but is mature-age Demon in strife again?

Rowell cleared but is mature-age Demon in strife again?

Rowell cleared but is mature-age Demon in strife again?

Star Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell has escaped sanction for his glancing blow on an opponent, but Melbourne's Aidan Johnson faces a nervous wait.

Perfect Fowler-Nembhard inspires Fever in Super Netball

Perfect Fowler-Nembhard inspires Fever in Super Netball

Perfect Fowler-Nembhard inspires Fever in Super Netball

Perfect Fowler-Nembhard inspires Fever in Super Netball

Jamaican powerhouse Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard has shot 68 goals without missing to inspire West Coast Fever to a 82-65 smashing of the Queensland Firebirds.

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

Socceroos suffer big blow as star set for foot surgery

A number of big names are missing from the Socceroos squad for the huge World Cup qualifiers against Japan and Saudi Arabia.

Bonus points for Cats defender as Eagles hurdle looms

Bonus points for Cats defender as Eagles hurdle looms

Bonus points for Cats defender as Eagles hurdle looms

Bonus points for Cats defender as Eagles hurdle looms

Jack Henry was happy just to make one AFL appearance off the rookie list, but will reach the 150-game milestone in Geelong's clash with West Coast.

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Fears for heritage site as gas plant expansion approved

The fallout from a decision to extend the life of a massive gas project continues with accusations of a political cover-up over a scientific report.

Veteran Demon still not out of concussion protocols

Melbourne's Jack Viney will fly to Alice Springs this weekend but won't be able to play against the Saints due to a lingering concussion battle.

How young Dockers midfielder is coping with the trolls

Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson is only three years into his AFL career but he's already experienced the sad world of online trolling.

Eagles recruit made to regret his old fan-boy messages

Tom McCarthy grew up supporting the Melbourne Demons, and he now gets the chance to play with one of his former idols after landing at West Coast.

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Retiring ex-Wallabies lock eager for one more hurrah

Western Force lock Sam Carter has been around for a long time and he wants to finish his glittering career with one final big match.

Dockers call on star to face Suns after Pearce blow

Fremantle have turned to a veteran star after losing skipper Alex Pearce, while the Magpies and Tigers also have big guns back at their disposal.

Surf's up as Eagles welcome reinforcements to the nest

New West Coast recruit Jacob Newton is an avid surfer and Eagles coach Andrew McQualter has no qualms about his players hitting up the waves.

'Rushed' Cotton blames Wildcats' demand for Perth exit

NBL superstar Bryce Cotton says the Perth Wildcats forced his hand when it came to deciding his basketball future.

Stolen generations redress hailed a 'powerful moment'

Redress for stolen generations means more than just money for many of the survivors who were removed from their families, advocates say.

Surf dog bites as Hawaiian bags second title at Margs

A Hawaiian great has helped steer Gabriela Bryan to win back-to-back titles at the Margaret River Pro, while tour veteran Jordy Smith claimed the men's trophy.

Fan favourite suffers double blow at Margaret River

Losing her round-of-16 clash at the Margaret River Pro dealt a double blow to Sally Fitzgibbons but another Australian veteran booked a semi-final berth.

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