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‘He’ll slide straight in there’: Warner anoints forgotten man as long-term opener
Travis Head? Sam Konstas? Campbell Kellaway? The most prolific opener in Australian Test history is looking elsewhere for the next man at the top of the order.

‘We need unity’: Interim Wests Tigers chief reveals blueprint to heal fractured club
Shaun Mielekamp has just been handed one of the toughest gigs in Australian sport. In his first interview, he reveals how he plans to bring the Wests Tigers together.

Highlights from the 2023 AFCON Victoria final
Organisers are hoping this year's African Nations Cup final draws a crowd as large and vibrant as the throng of fans who watched South Sudan defeat Eritrea in the decider two years ago.

Marshall locked in, but still clause for concern in Luai’s contract
The extension of Benji Marshall’s contract won’t result in Jarome Luai taking out the escape clauses in his own deal.

Want to see the Socceroos play US at the World Cup? Here’s how much a ticket could cost you
FIFA has released its ticket pricing for the 2026 tournament in the United States, to a galled global reception from fan groups.

Ugle-Hagan brings down Brownlow Medallist with big tackle
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan is impressing early in Suns pre-season training.

Hyeronimus hopes for early luck to help turn the tables in $2m Ingham
Adam Hyeronumis is second on Sydney strike rates this season and believes Estadio Mestalla can add to that with better luck early on Saturday in The Ingham.

Bruce McLaren family graves desecrated again: Witnesses come forward after vandals strike
The volunteer repairing the graves says she is “absolutely fuming”.

Crimes bill adds things outside the usual rules
Parliament has been pushing hard, rushing through bills and working under urgency all week. In that scramble, one bill bypassed the rules, adding things not usually allowed.

The AI earbuds shattering the language barrier in Sydney FC’s dressing room
With tiny AI translators in their ears, Sydney FC’s players and coaches can hold an effortless conversation in several languages. We tried it out. It’s genuinely mind-blowing.

WWE stars bid farewell to Cena
A host of WWE superstars bid farewell to John Cena in a heartfelt video package.

Stenson reflects on record-breaking marathon
Jessica Stenson speaks to 9News Adelaide in the days after breaking the Australian women’s marathon record in the Valencia Marathon.

Perth tennis ace primed for big summer as United Cup draws near
Perth-born tennis star Maddison Inglis is predicting a big summer from her Australian teammates as the national squad prepares to start the season against some of the best players in the world.

Khawaja should play in Adelaide out of ruthlessness, not charity
The decision whether to extend Usman Khawaja’s career has been framed, somewhat insultingly, as a charitable donation.

Opposing trainer slams Tszyu over new coach
Anthony Velazquez's trainer Hector Bermudez launches a fiery attack on Tim Tszyu's recent coaching change.

Benji admits Luai clauses are staying
Benji Marshall addresses the contract clauses in place for Jarome Luai.

Golden Boot winner issues Katoa update, as Walters reveals Kangaroos position
As a Queensland star gave an update on his teammate’s tragic situation, his Kangaroos coach revealed he was yet to start extension talks ahead of the World Cup.

Rest or runs? Contrasting roads to WBBL decider
Perth have played three games in two states in the past week, including an elimination win over the Sixers in Sydney on Thursday night.

‘Missing the mark’: Reddit files High Court bid to overturn teen social media ban
The platform says banning under 16s from social media silences young Australians and makes them less safe online.

Eurovision winner Nemo to return trophy in protest of Israel
The Swiss singer says there is a "clear conflict" between Israel's continued participation in the event and the values Eurovision stands for.