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McGee stands tall to deliver Hawks crucial Perth win

McGee stands tall to deliver Hawks crucial Perth win

The much-hyped battle between centres JaVale McGee and Jo Lual-Acuil has delivered as the Hawks edged Perth by one point in a see-sawing NBL contest.

Dockers record big win as AFLW finals chase heats up

Dockers record big win as AFLW finals chase heats up

Dockers record big win as AFLW finals chase heats up

Dockers record big win as AFLW finals chase heats up

Aisling McCarthy has starred as Fremantle easily took care of Richmond to remain in the hunt for an AFLW finals spot.

Wildcats, Bullets make import calls in NBL finals bids

Wildcats, Bullets make import calls in NBL finals bids

Wildcats, Bullets make import calls in NBL finals bids

Wildcats, Bullets make import calls in NBL finals bids

David Duke Jr will bring four years of NBA experience to the Perth Wildcats' back-court, while the Brisbane Bullets have added American guard Dakota Mathias.

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'Big change': Allen opens up on moving from West Coast

'Big change': Allen opens up on moving from West Coast

Star Brisbane recruit Oscar Allen says the departure of key people at West Coast who had supported him contributed to him leaving the Eagles for the Lions.

Cox, Scott named as AFL State of Origin coaches

Cox, Scott named as AFL State of Origin coaches

Geelong's Chris Scott and Sydney's Dean Cox have been named as coaches for the return of the AFL's State of Origin next February.

Bikie assassin 'spook on top-secret government mission'

Bikie assassin 'spook on top-secret government mission'

An army reservist turned hitman who executed a bikie boss admitted the killing to his girlfriend before proposing marriage, a court has been told.

Marsh's 'six beers deep' plan, not playing Ashes opener

Marsh's 'six beers deep' plan, not playing Ashes opener

Michael Vaughan wants Mitch Marsh opening the batting for Australia in the Ashes but it would require a serious leap of faith from Test selectors.

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India warn King Kohli will bounce back in Adelaide

India warn King Kohli will bounce back in Adelaide

India warn King Kohli will bounce back in Adelaide

India warn King Kohli will bounce back in Adelaide

Australia are expecting a fierce response from India in Thursday's ODI clash in Adelaide after pummelling their arch rivals in a rain-affected match in Perth.

Kohli out for a duck as India crumple in the rain

Kohli out for a duck as India crumple in the rain

Kohli out for a duck as India crumple in the rain

Kohli out for a duck as India crumple in the rain

Four rain delays and a top-order batting collapse conspired against India as Australia put the squeeze on their arch rivals at a wet Optus Stadium.

Suspected space debris found on fire near mining town

Suspected space debris found on fire near mining town

Suspected space debris found on fire near mining town

Suspected space debris found on fire near mining town

WA Police are co-ordinating an investigation after what is suspected to be space junk was found on fire near a mining town.

Flops or fouls? Phoenix import cops it from Glory

Flops or fouls? Phoenix import cops it from Glory

Flops or fouls? Phoenix import cops it from Glory

Flops or fouls? Phoenix import cops it from Glory

New Wellington import Ifeanyi Eze looks set to take the A-League by storm this season, but it didn't take long for him to get under the skin of Glory fans.

Frustrated Glory blow 2-0 lead in draw with Phoenix

Frustrated Glory blow 2-0 lead in draw with Phoenix

Frustrated Glory blow 2-0 lead in draw with Phoenix

Frustrated Glory blow 2-0 lead in draw with Phoenix

Perth Glory players have shown their frustration after blowing a 2-0 lead and watching an opponent frequently flop during their 2-2 draw with Wellington.

Selectors look on positive side for Green's Ashes role

Selectors look on positive side for Green's Ashes role

Selectors look on positive side for Green's Ashes role

Selectors look on positive side for Green's Ashes role

Chief selector George Bailey has had his say on Cameron Green's side soreness, Pat Cummins' Ashes availability, and if Marnus Labuschagne could open again.

Eagles on the cusp of finals after crushing Geelong

Eagles on the cusp of finals after crushing Geelong

Eagles on the cusp of finals after crushing Geelong

Eagles on the cusp of finals after crushing Geelong

Lucia Painter has kicked three goals and Emma Swanson produced a huge tagging effort to help guide West Coast to a 31-point win over Geelong.

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Labuschagne answers SOS after Green's injury scare

Marnus Labuschagne has been handed an ODI lifeline after star allrounder Cameron Green experienced side pain at training this week.

Wildcats axe import five games into NBL season

NBL powerhouse Perth have sacked their American import Mason Jones just five games into the season ahead of a tricky two-game road trip.

'Wanted to blow holes in him', bikie murder trial told

A sniper who shot dead a bikie boss has told a trial for the man who allegedly ordered the killing how the accused detailed the way he would like him taken out.

Harrison and Prather spark Bullets to win over Wildcats

The Brisbane Bullets have produced their best performance of the NBL season for a 17-point road win in the Ignite Cup over the Perth Wildcats.

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Bikie stiffed killer over alleged contract murder

A trial of a bikie accused of masterminding the murder of a rival gang member is underway, with the prosecution detailing how he hired a sniper to do the deed.

'Sandbelt-like': Leishman heads west for Open tune-up

A resurgent Marc Leishman hopes Perth's sandbelt-like conditions at this week's WA Open will be perfect preparation for the Australian Open at Royal Melbourne.

Wallaroos trailblazer hangs up her Test boots

Two Wallaroos veterans have announced their Test retirements as the team hunts for a new full-time coach.

Dockers pip Demons but Aine Tighe suffers injury scare

Fremantle forward Aine Tighe went off with a knee issue in her first match back from an ACL reconstruction as the Dockers beat Melbourne by five points.

Aussie grandma ends fight against drug smuggling bust

The family of an Australian woman says she will pursue an international transfer home after losing an appeal against a drug smuggling conviction in Japan.

No half-century for Konstas but NSW still crush WA

NSW have surged into second spot on the One-Day Cup table after crushing Western Australia by 87 runs at the WACA Ground.

Matriarchs key to unlocking Aboriginal community change

Aboriginal women have the answers for their communities, and urge deep listening and genuine partnership from those in power to implement change.

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