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It’s officially season over for Fremantle forward Áine Tighe.

AFLWCommentsDockers confirm Tighe’s season over after knee injury

It’s officially season over for Fremantle forward Áine Tighe after sustaining another injury to her right knee in round nine.

Aaron Kirby

Jaxon Smith-Njigba had his fifth 100-yard receiving game of the season as Seattle beat Houston. (AP PHOTO)

NFLPremiumSmith-Njigba stars as Seahawks beat Texans

Jaxon Smith-Njigba had his NFL-leading fifth 100-yard receiving game of the season as the Seattle Seahawks beat the Houston Texans 27-19.

Staff Writers

The Fitzroy River has surged from crocodile country to Olympic contender, with one politician stating it’s flat enough for Jesus to walk on. Photo: Chris Ison / The Morning Bulletin

NEWSCroc country moves closer to Olympic glory

The Fitzroy River has surged from crocodile country to Olympic contender, with one politician stating it’s flat enough for Jesus to walk on.

Andrew Hedgman

Scott Boland says he has had to stop his mind wandering to Perth for the first Ashes Test. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

CricketMatch-winning Shield spell boosts Boland for Ashes

Australian Test paceman Scott Boland said his five-wicket spell for Victoria last Friday was important for his confidence ahead of the Ashes.

Roger Vaughan

Delisted West Coast speedster Jack Petruccelle has signed with WAFL club Subiaco. 

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Petruccelle signs with Subiaco after Eagles axing

De-listed West Coast speedster Jack Petruccelle has signed with WAFL club Subiaco, The West can reveal.

Mitchell Woodcock

Via Sistina is a firm favourite to make it back-to-back triumphs in Saturday’s Group 1 $6 million Cox Plate.

RACINGCommentsPremiumWaller fears lack of pace may not suit Via Sistina

Via Sistina is a firm favourite to make it back-to-back triumphs in Saturday’s Group 1 $6 million Cox Plate (2040m) at Moonee Valley after faring handily in Tuesday morning’s barrier draw, receiving gate five.

Hayden King

Charlie Curnow poses for photos in Sydney colours the day after being traded from Carlton. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLPremiumWhy the Curnow trade was "bittersweet" for Swans coach

Sydney coach Dean Cox has explained why the trade that secured Charlie Curnow from Carlton was bittersweet for the Swans.

Steve Larkin

Chad Warner and Dean Cox.

AFL VideoCommentsPremiumPick me! Warner tells coach he’s desperate to play for WA

Dean Cox was only appointed coach of Western Australia on Tuesday morning but he’s already had one massive name tell him that he is determined to pull on the State jumper.

Craig O’Donoghue

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AFLPremiumWhy Flanders chose St Kilda

There were two lures from St Kilda that were too hard for new Saint Sam Flanders to pass up.

Tyler Lewis

Hawthorn would love to have had Zach Merrett but not at the expense of trading the club's soul. (Scott Barbour/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLPremiumHawks at peace with failed Merrett move on historic day

Hawthorn have put the Zach Merrett transfer saga to bed on a day when the iconic statue of John Kennedy Snr found a new home away from their Waverley base.

Roger Vaughan

The cover of West Coast's 2026 calendar.

AFLCommentsWest Coast’s calendar blunder spotted by eagle-eyed fans

West Coast’s official 2026 wall calendar may need a re-print.

Chris Robinson

The run-hungry Marnus Labuschagne is poised to make a return to the Test side.

CricketSmith says opening no issue for Marnus amid Cummins concern

Steve Smith famously moved to open for Australia for four Tests in 2024 before moving back to No.4, but he says Marnus Labuschagne can make the switch.

Scott Bailey

Vixens teammates Kiera Austin and Sophie Garbin are also in sparkling form for the Diamonds. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

NetballPremiumSparkling Diamonds duo feast on fast feedback

Diamonds Kiera Austin and Sophie Garbin are preparing for the second Constellation Cup clash, and Austin has revealed why the two are gelling so well.

Sebastian Tan

IN SONG: Steve Smith says he is in tune with his body and mind ahead of the Ashes. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

CricketSmith feeling fresh and back to his best after two hits

Steve Smith believes pre-seasons spent in New York are providing the perfect tonic for his batting, setting him up to score runs deeper into the Ashes series.

Scott Bailey

Dean Cox and Chris Scott will coach in February’s State of Origin clash.

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Coaching choice gives Origin instant credibility

The AFL needed to send a message to the footy world that next year’s Origin match would be taken seriously by everyone, and Tuesday’s coaching appointments have done just that, writes Craig O’Donoghue.

Craig O'Donoghue

Cameron Smith, the 2022 British Open champ, cut his teeth at the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)

GolfAussie golfers eye Masters spot at Amateur Championship

Seven Australian golfers are chasing a spot in next year's Masters field at the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in Dubai.

Darren Walton

Mark Kilgallon.

AFLCommentsPremiumEagles lose strength & conditioning coach to another WA club

West Coast have made yet another off-season change to their football department, with strength and conditioning coach Mark Kilgallon departing. Here’s where he’s heading.

Samantha Rogers

Bryce Cotton's Instagram posts.

BasketballCommentsPremiumCotton shows off Aussie passport amid ‘no regrets’ post

Bryce Cotton appeared to reference Wildcats owner Mark Arena’s “no regrets” quote about his Perth exit amid showing off his Australian passport for the first time.

Chris Robinson

Former West Coast defender Luke Foley has swapped WAFL clubs.

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Former Eagle’s big WAFL club switch

Former West Coast defender Luke Foley has sensationally swapped WAFL clubs, leaving Subiaco to head to a flag contender.

Mitchell Woodcock

Australia's bowlers have a definite game plan for retiring Indian great Virat Kohli. (David Woodley/AAP PHOTOS)

CricketAussie ODI bowlers stick to plans to derail Kohli

Australia's bowlers will continue recently successful tactics against Indian great Virat Kohli in the second ODI in Adelaide.

Steve Larkin

Chris Scott will coach Victoria in the AFL's return of State of Origin next year. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLPremiumCox, 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.

Steve Larkin

An operation targeting illegal weapons netted various firearms in WA.

CrimePremiumPolice make shocking discovery during raids on WA properties

A national police operation has resulted in the seizure of various illegal weapons across WA, including a flamethrower, a homemade shotgun and a rifle stolen in a burglary a decade ago.

Caleb Runciman

Alex De Minaur was at his ruthless best in his straight-sets victory in Vienna. (AP PHOTO)

TennisPremiumHardcourt Demon powers his way to major milestone

Alex de Minaur has maintained his hardcourt excellence, the Australian's straight-sets win in Vienna also marking his 300th ATP Tour-level triumph.

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AFLPremiumAFL State of Origin coaches revealed

The AFL has unveiled the State of Origin coaches and detailed the selection criteria for the first interstate clash in more than 20 years.

Tyler Lewis