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No contract talks yet for evolving Eagles coach

No contract talks yet for evolving Eagles coach

West Coast coach Andrew McQualter comes out of contract at the end of next season, but any thoughts of an extension are being put to the side for now.

Star Dockers midfielder in doubt to take on Crows

Star Dockers midfielder in doubt to take on Crows

Star Dockers midfielder in doubt to take on Crows

Star Dockers midfielder in doubt to take on Crows

Fremantle skipper Alex Pearce is set to return against Adelaide as the Dockers attempt to wrap up the minor premiership, but Murphy Reid is in grave doubt.

'Don't really care': Bears-to-be unfazed by roster chat

'Don't really care': Bears-to-be unfazed by roster chat

'Don't really care': Bears-to-be unfazed by roster chat

'Don't really care': Bears-to-be unfazed by roster chat

Penrith duo Liam Henry and Jack Cole are keen as ever about their impending moves to Perth despite the expansion club's roster lacking household names.

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Bishop 'unusual, boozy, sleazy' but not guilty: lawyer

Bishop 'unusual, boozy, sleazy' but not guilty: lawyer

A former bishop accused of sexually assaulting several Aboriginal youths may have been boozy and even sleazy, but he's not guilty, his lawyer tells a jury.

Woman cleared of Indigenous teen's murder back in court

Woman cleared of Indigenous teen's murder back in court

A woman acquitted of an Indigenous teen's murder but convicted of abducting and assaulting other boys is back in court for breaching her suspended sentence.

Pies shower Frampton with All-Australian love

Pies shower Frampton with All-Australian love

Billy Frampton is fast becoming the hero of Collingwood's injury-hit defence, with his strong form helping the club secure a finals berth.

He's a tough bugger: Eagles praise wounded superstar

He's a tough bugger: Eagles praise wounded superstar

West Coast midfielder Harley Reid battled through injury in a heroic effort against Collingwood, with his efforts receiving high praise.

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NRL flips decision on Storm five-eighth ban

NRL flips decision on Storm five-eighth ban

NRL flips decision on Storm five-eighth ban

NRL flips decision on Storm five-eighth ban

A Melbourne star has had his suspension downgraded after returning from knee surgery in the Storm's rousing victory against Manly in Perth.

Daicos-inspired Pies down Eagles to lock in finals spot

Daicos-inspired Pies down Eagles to lock in finals spot

Daicos-inspired Pies down Eagles to lock in finals spot

Daicos-inspired Pies down Eagles to lock in finals spot

A hobbled Harley Reid inspired West Coast in a brave final-quarter fightback, but injury-hit Collingwood did enough to post a finals-sealing win.

Poppa Bear on hand to watch Perth's future NRL star

Poppa Bear on hand to watch Perth's future NRL star

Poppa Bear on hand to watch Perth's future NRL star

Poppa Bear on hand to watch Perth's future NRL star

Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga was left with a big smile after his new recruit put on a perfect kicking display in a spectacular comeback victory by the Storm.

'Not good enough': Manly steamrolled by Storm in Perth

'Not good enough': Manly steamrolled by Storm in Perth

'Not good enough': Manly steamrolled by Storm in Perth

'Not good enough': Manly steamrolled by Storm in Perth

Manly's finals hopes are hanging by a thread after they coughed up a 14-0 lead against Melbourne on the way to a fifth-straight loss.

Eagles coach makes special promise to restless fans

Eagles coach makes special promise to restless fans

Eagles coach makes special promise to restless fans

Eagles coach makes special promise to restless fans

West Coast's rebuild has been questioned following eight losses on the trot, but they have a chance to snare a big scalp when they face injury-hit Collingwood.

NRL comes to the aid of Bears as marquee search goes on

NRL comes to the aid of Bears as marquee search goes on

NRL comes to the aid of Bears as marquee search goes on

NRL comes to the aid of Bears as marquee search goes on

The Perth Bears' hopes of landing some marquee players have been given a huge boost after the NRL agreed to offer them some handy concessions.

Melbourne Storm coach Bellamy makes call on his future

Melbourne Storm coach Bellamy makes call on his future

Melbourne Storm coach Bellamy makes call on his future

Melbourne Storm coach Bellamy makes call on his future

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has signalled when he is likely to step away from the hot seat, but he hopes Cameron Munster will remain at the club.

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Dockers to embrace MCG visit as flag momentum builds

Fremantle are in the box seat to reach this year's grand final, and the club will use Saturday's visit to the MCG to help further bolster their flag prospects.

Bright future ahead as Duursma-Reid bromance grows

Willem Duursma was left in tears following last week's loss to Richmond, the moment signifying just how much the Eagles midfielder cares about the club.

Bishop acquitted of several sexual assault charges

A former bishop accused of hosting alcohol-fuelled parties so he could meet and sexually assault Aboriginal youths has been acquitted of seven charges.

Rest fit players? We won't need to, say Dockers

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce is being managed for Saturday's clash with Melbourne, but the Dockers have no plans to mass rest players in the coming weeks.

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Pediatrician accused of molesting seven more children

A child-sex-accused pediatrician has had his bail revoked after a slew of new offences increased his alleged victims to 18.

Bears' English raid continues, sign Canberra forward

English international Morgan Smithies will join the Perth Bears for their inaugural NRL season after three campaigns with Canberra.

Dean Solomon makes huge call on Essendon coaching role

The race to become Essendon's senior coach is down to four after Dean Solomon pulled out of the running, saying it's in the best interests of the club.

Aussie boxing champion Opetaia calls out 'hiding' rival

Jai Opetaia will be out to prove he is the best cruiserweight in the world after locking in a fight against two-time WBC champion Noel Mikaelian in Las Vegas.

Pay war on ice as Australia's netball stars sign truce

Australia's Super Netball players will receive better pay and more time off under a new 12-month deal, but they eventually want a revenue-sharing model.

UK rapper returns to court for alleged drug possession

A British rapper and media personality convicted of biting an Australian fan during sex after a show has returned to court for a drug possession charge.

'Comfortable anywhere': Fremantle embrace MCG challenge

One of Fremantle's key forwards is adamant the Dockers are comfortable playing anywhere as they prepare to meet Melbourne at the MCG.

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