
abc-australia1h ago
Netball's 'wishy washy' approach to Pride dulls the message
Several Super Netball clubs will host their own Pride matches this season, but without an official round to anchor them all a former player and member of the LGBTIQA+ community argues the message may be lost.
abc-australia2h ago
Iconic broadcaster Dennis Cometti farewelled at state memorial service
A host of high-profile Australians gather at Perth Stadium to pay tribute to one of the nation's most well-known sports broadcasters, Dennis Cometti.
abc-australia6h ago
Saifiti medically retires from league due to shoulder issue
Daniel Saifiti's stellar career with the Dolphins, Newcastle, NSW, and Fiji comes to a premature end due to injury.
abc-australia10h ago
Aussie rugby sevens star joins NRLW Titans In 'huge coup'
The Gold Coast Titans are celebrating a massive signing as they continue preparations for the 2026 NRLW season.
abc-australia13h ago
Legendary Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson taken to hospital
Sir Alex Ferguson is sent to hospital after feeling unwell ahead of his former club's Premier League match against Liverpool.
abc-australia1d ago
Live: Ponga returns as Knights and Rabbitohs kick off NRL Sunday's triple header
Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.
abc-australia1d ago
Toure scores again for Norwich in red hot preparation for World Cup
Mohamed Toure scores his 10th goal in just 12 matches for Norwich to keep him in red hot form ahead of the World Cup.
abc-australia1d ago
Calls for change after soccer club told it needs men's team to compete
Millicent United's women's side is flying this season, but without a men's team the club has been told they are unable to compete.
abc-australia2d ago
Brisbane Lions coach slams 'hero' parent after whiteboard leak
Chris Fagan has expressed his disappointment after the leaking of confidential Brisbane Lions notes on Essendon players.
abc-australia2d ago
World Athletics should 'enable' super shoe development
Lord Sebastian Coe says World Athletics has a duty to "enable" super shoe development despite concerns.
abc-australia2d ago
Iran says 'many issues to discuss' with FIFA ahead of World Cup games in US
Iranian soccer officials are set to meet with FIFA in Zurich about their FIFA World Cup games in the United States in June, with Iran's football boss saying there are "many issues to discuss".
abc-australia3d ago
Live: Storm at risk of historic low as Bellamy coaches after shock diagnosis
The Melbourne Storm have lost their last six NRL matches and must avoid defeat in Brisbane against the Dolphins or register the club's worst losing streak. Follow live.
abc-australia3d ago
How a future Bronco hero Jesse Southwell broke Queensland's heart
In her final act as a Novocastrian before heading to Brisbane, Jesse Southwell kicked the first field goal of her life to deliver victory for New South Wales in Origin I.
abc-australia3d ago
Stuart tells Bellamy to put himself first after shock neurological diagnosis
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart says Craig Bellamy needs to start putting himself first after the Storm revealed the coaching legend had been diagnosed with a neurological condition.
abc-australia3d ago
LIV Golf is falling apart on a flawed premise and a broken promise
While Adelaide showed just how good LIV Golf could be, the flawed premise of the breakaway tournament always spelled trouble.
abc-australia3d ago
The two plays that flipped the script on Women's State of Origin Game I
With Queensland on the verge of another classic ambush, it took two "Origin plays" for New South Wales to turn the tide in the women's series opener in Newcastle.
abc-australia4d ago
Live: Sky Blues host Origin Game I in stadium Maroons have never lost in
The Women's State of Origin series begins in NSW, where the Sky Blues and Queensland Maroons play at Hunter Stadium in Newcastle. Follow live.
abc-australia4d ago
Lyon clarifies resignation offer over comment to First Nations players
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon is proud of the way the club reacted after he offended a group of the club's First Nations players.
abc-australia4d ago
Travis Head makes stunning return to form in IPL
Travis Head reminds cricket fans of what he can produce with the bat, as he helps Sunrisers Hyderabad to a six-wicket win over Mumbai Indians.
abc-australia5d ago
High fuel costs a 'kick in the guts' for country clubs, but the game must go on
Country sporting clubs are rallying to help families keep coming to fixtures as fuel prices double, with some travelling up to 640km. But it's a hefty cost regional and rural families are prepared to take on if it means maintaining their sporting commitments which are so integral to mental wellbeing and social connectivity.
abc-australia1h ago
Brisbane Lions player under investigation for alleged homophobic slur in VFL
The AFL faces another homophobic slur case, with a Brisbane Lions player alleged to have used a slur in a VFL game against Coburg.
abc-australia3h ago
Forget the lawn, these mower racers are cutting loose on the race track
The 2026 All Australian Mower Racing Championships ran for three days over the weekend featuring competitors ready to tear around a track on refurbished ride-ons.
abc-australia7h ago
Socceroos sweat on mainstay's injury blow ahead of World Cup
US-based Socceroos midfielder Aiden O'Neill suffers an ankle injury less than six weeks out from the start of the World Cup finals.
abc-australia11h ago
Cummins endures horror IPL over as Sunrisers fall to Knight Riders
Despite taking a wicket, Pat Cummins bowls an over he will prefer to forget, as Sunrisers Hyderabad's five-match winning streak comes to an end.
abc-australia18h ago
Live: Piastri with work to do as rain fears force F1 Miami start time change
Oscar Piastri will start the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix from seventh on the grid, as drivers' championship leader Kimi Antonelli begins on pole position. Follow live.
abc-australia1d ago
Aussies put Olympic heartbreak to bed with historic world title
Australia, despite not having a dedicated curling facility, has claimed a first ever world championship title, with Tahli Gill and Dean Hewitt victorious in Switzerland overnight.
abc-australia1d ago
Backflip but no handshake as Ukrainian beats Russian at Madrid Open
Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk backflips after beating Russian Mirra Andreeva in the Madrid Open women's final.
abc-australia1d ago
McLaren dominates Miami sprint race as 'satisfied' Piastri claims second
McLaren finally halts the Mercedes dominance with a one-two finish in the Miami sprint race.
abc-australia2d ago
Live: Fullback reshuffle as Raiders gun ruled out with injury
Ethan Strange's ankle injury forces Kaeo Weekes to shift from fullback into the halves for Canberra's clash with the Titans on the Gold Coast. Follow live.
abc-australia2d ago
Piastri qualifies third for Miami sprint
Lando Norris starts the Miami Grand Prix sprint race on pole position, with world championship leader Kimi Antonelli denying Oscar Piastri a spot on the front row of the grid.
abc-australia2d ago
'That's why he's a legend': Starc dominant on IPL return
Mitchell Starc picked up three wickets on his first bowl since January's BBL final, reviving Delhi Capitals, while Marnus Labuschagne led Hyderabad United to the PSL final.
abc-australia3d ago
Hardwick fires back at Lyon's 'compromised draft' call
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick provides a spirited response to St Kilda counterpart Ross Lyon's comment about the AFL national draft.
abc-australia3d ago
Footage of Daniels’s NBA fight sparks criticism of Aussie star
There is little support for the Hawks' Australian star Dyson Daniels after he is ejected from Game 6 of their NBA play-off game against the Knicks.
abc-australia3d ago
Tense moment at FIFA Congress as delegate refuses 'absurd' handshake request
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino is criticised as he attempts to encourage Israeli and Palestinian delegates to shake hands.
abc-australia3d ago
Hazlewood smashed for 24 off one over as Indian great fires in IPL
Shubman Gill takes Australian quick Josh Hazlewood to task as Gujarat took down Bengaluru in the IPL.
abc-australia4d ago
Breaking: NRL coach Craig Bellamy diagnosed with form of Neurodegenerative Disorder
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has been diagnosed with a form of Neurodegenerative Disorder, the club has said.
abc-australia4d ago
SA premier defends course development despite LIV Golf doubts
Peter Malinauskas compares spending $45 million to redevelop the North Adelaide golf course to similar funding for the AFL to play in the Barossa Valley, as media reports suggest Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is preparing to pull financial support for LIV Golf.
abc-australia4d ago
Piastri ready to race again in Miami after F1's enforced break
Given a month-long enforced break, Australia's Formula 1 star Oscar Piastri is keen to regain lost momentum when racing resumes in Miami this weekend.
abc-australia4d ago
Austrian 'lucky loser' makes WTA Tour history at Madrid Open
Anastasia Potapova experiences an "explosion of emotions", as her remarkable run in Madrid continues at the prestigious tournament.
abc-australia5d ago
FIFA allows Afghan women's football team to compete
Afghan women footballers will be able to showcase their skills to the world for the first time in five years after FIFA cleared the way for their return to international competition.
abc-australia2h ago
AFL umpire Nick Foot's betting agency role over after tribunal case
Betting agency Sportsbet announces it will no longer feature current sports administrators or officials in their programming "following feedback".
abc-australia4h ago
Broncos release timeline leading to Mariner's 'limb-saving surgery'
Brisbane Broncos's chief medical officer releases the timeline of Deine Mariner's serious leg injury against the Roosters, leading to "limb-saving surgery" at Sydney's Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
abc-australia9h ago
Kasatkina wins first tournament as an Australian citizen
Fighting back from a set down, Daria Kasatkina wins the Catalonia Open final in Spain.
abc-australia12h ago
Quick hits: Gasly flips out, Verstappen spins and F1 could go back to V8s
Formula 1 returned from a five-week hiatus and made up for lost time in Miami. Here are the quick hits from the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.
abc-australia1d ago
Live: Swans' flag credentials to face stern test from improving Demons
The Sydney Swans are among the premiership favourites, but an in-form Melbourne side will provide a significant challenge in Sunday's clash at the SCG. Follow live.
abc-australia1d ago
Miami GP to start three hours early as storm fears grow
F1's governing body announces the Miami Grand Prix will start three hours early, as fears grow about torrential rain.
abc-australia1d ago
Ryan Reynolds 'gutted' as Wrexham misses shot at EPL promotion
Movie star and Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds says he is "gutted" but proud after the Welsh club narrowly missed a shot at a Premier League promotion.
abc-australia1d ago
A-League finals result in mixed bag for World Cup bolters
Socceroos hopeful Marcus Younis sees his season come to an end but a host of Australian young guns progress after an enthralling pair of A-League finals.
abc-australia2d ago
Live: Lions welcome back premiership hero to face struggling Bombers
The Brisbane Lions are without Oscar Allen, but one of the club's greats is making his return from injury against Essendon at Docklands. Follow live.
abc-australia2d ago
Despite horrific Olympics crash, Vonn is not yet done
Lindsey Vonn almost lost her leg after a horrendous crash at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, but she has not ruled out another comeback.
abc-australia3d ago
Live: Battered Bulldogs host Freo as Showdown bragging rights go on the line
The injury-hit Western Bulldogs welcome a high-flying Fremantle side to Docklands as Adelaide and Port Adelaide meet in the Showdown. Follow live.
abc-australia3d ago
From near-misses and cancer to Olympic success, Glaetzer bows out
Matt Glaetzer was, for so long, the nearly man of cycling, heartbreakingly missing out on an elusive Olympic medal despite reaching five finals. But the South Australian refused to be beaten, either by that, or by cancer.
abc-australia3d ago
Coaches and fans grumble as technology scrutiny rises
Nobody wants to see their team robbed by a missed officiating decision. But as scrutiny over video assistant refereeing or umpiring continues, some are wondering whether it's all worth it.
abc-australia3d ago
SA government needs certainty on LIV Golf by October, premier says
The SA Premier says the government is "monitoring" the situation regarding LIV Golf closely, and would need a guarantee of its future in Adelaide by October.
abc-australia3d ago
Aussie star one of several big names left in the lurch as LIV Golf funding pulled
Australia's Cameron Smith is one of several big names in golf left with an uncertain future after Saudi Arabia pulled funding of LIV Golf.
abc-australia4d ago
Live: Collingwood and Hawthorn face off in blockbuster MCG clash
Collingwood and Hawthorn meet in a blockbuster Thursday night clash at the MCG to kick off Round 8 with both sides coming off dominant wins. Follow live.
abc-australia4d ago
US star on how A-League Women can 'compete with major leagues'
Taylor Otto sees a lot of potential in the Australian domestic league. She thinks it just needs a bigger investment to get there.
abc-australia4d ago
Blues out to rewrite State of Origin history in Newcastle series opener
The Blues are yet to enjoy success in Newcastle, a fact they are mindful of ahead of the first Women's State of Origin match against the Maroons.
abc-australia4d ago
'No offence to Tassie': The infamous Sirengate mess 20 years on
Two decades ago, two teams met at York Park in Launceston. The siren sounded but the match continued and the dreaded word "gate" was added to another footy scandal.
abc-australia5d ago
AFL pushes ahead with draft changes and not everyone is happy
The AFL is pushing ahead with draft and player-movement changes for this off-season, with Carlton president Rob Priestly and Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge criticising the move.