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• ‘That is huge’: Massive hit mars Aussie clash as star knocked down - Netball LIVE

  28-07-2026 23:09 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The Australian Diamonds are out to make it three from three in Glasgow when they take on the Malawi Queens on Wednesday morning. Follow LIVE >>
  
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• Why Molly Picklum is ‘a bit surprised’ her world title defence is still alive

  25-08-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  The darling of Australian surfing hasn’t won an event since the iconic scenes of her breakthrough world title triumph 358 days ago.
  
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• Inside the heart-to-heart meetings that helped the Pies embrace season-defining change

  25-08-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Dan McStay could feel he was close to being dropped again. He found himself sitting in Craig McRae’s office at the start of the year with both wondering what to do next.
  
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• From big-name delistings, to bigger-name trade targets: The moves your club has planned

  25-08-2026 21:00 via theage.com.au
  
  We’ve hit the end of the home-and-away season and decision time on players is looming – whether they’re going to be traded, re-signed, or delisted.
  
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• ‘What people don’t realise’: Candid Hird opens up after missing out on the Essendon coaching role

  25-08-2026 14:47 via smh.com.au
  
  James Hird opened up on his relationship with Mark McVeigh, who in his introductory press conference as coach said he loves the Bombers legend.
  
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• No Cripps, no Newcombe: Biggest All-Australian snubs revealed

  25-08-2026 14:28 via theage.com.au
  
  Max Gawn underlined his status as the greatest ruckman of the modern era, awarded an unprecedented ninth All-Australian blazer after another brilliant individual season. Gawn was named captain of the representative side, which also featured Kysaiah Pickett among a record five Indigenous players chosen.
  
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• AFL LIVE: Biggest All-Australian snubs revealed on one of footy’s night of nights

  25-08-2026 13:49 via smh.com.au
  
  Fremantle dominated the extended All-Australian squad while Melbourne champion Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time selection. But Sydney only have two players in contention after banned trio Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner and Nick Blakey were ruled ineligible after the club’s hotel scandal. Follow LIVE coverage.
  
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• Gawn makes All-Australian history, but Dawson’s moving speech steals the show

  25-08-2026 13:37 via smh.com.au
  
  Max Gawn has been named an All Australian for a record-breaking ninth time, but the most special moment of the night involved an opposition captain.
  
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• Gawn enjoys a blazing All-Australian run but makes passionate speech for rival skipper

  25-08-2026 13:37 via smh.com.au
  
  Max Gawn has been named an All Australian for a record-breaking ninth time, but the most special moment of the night involved an opposition captain.
  
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• AFL LIVE: One captain gives a stunning speech, many others miss out on All-Australian selection

  25-08-2026 13:24 via theage.com.au
  
  Fremantle dominated the extended All-Australian squad while Melbourne champion Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time selection. But Sydney only have two players in contention after banned trio Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner and Nick Blakey were ruled ineligible after the club’s hotel scandal. Follow LIVE coverage.
  
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• AFL LIVE: ‘You are enough, you’re loved’: Dawson’s spine-tingling speech; All-Australian team named

  25-08-2026 13:15 via smh.com.au
  
  Fremantle dominated the extended All-Australian squad while Melbourne champion Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time selection. But Sydney only have two players in contention after banned trio Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner and Nick Blakey were ruled ineligible after the club’s hotel scandal. Follow LIVE coverage.
  
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• AFL LIVE: ‘You are enough, you’re loved’: Dawson’s spine-tingling speech; All-Aus forwards named

  25-08-2026 13:02 via smh.com.au
  
  Fremantle dominated the extended All-Australian squad while Melbourne champion Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time selection. But Sydney only have two players in contention after banned trio Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner and Nick Blakey were ruled ineligible after the club’s hotel scandal. Follow LIVE coverage.
  
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• Jordan Dawson shares important message to crowd

  25-08-2026 12:53 via smh.com.au
  
  Adelaide Crows skipper Jordan Dawson gives a plea to those out in the crowd and AFL community struggling with mental health, saying the 'world is a better place with you in it'.
  
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• AFL LIVE: ‘You are enough, you’re loved’: Dawson’s spine-tingling speech; All-Aus defenders named

  25-08-2026 12:48 via smh.com.au
  
  Fremantle dominated the extended All-Australian squad while Melbourne champion Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time selection. But Sydney only have two players in contention after banned trio Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner and Nick Blakey were ruled ineligible after the club’s hotel scandal. Follow LIVE coverage.
  
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• Essendon claim heritage was not a factor, but McVeigh’s return feels like a homecoming

  25-08-2026 12:12 via smh.com.au
  
  What Mark McVeigh lacked on his playing resume compared to James Hird, he more than made up for with his coaching CV.
  
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• AFL LIVE: Gawn hopes for a ninth All-Australian jumper, Butters is sitting at a suitor’s table

  25-08-2026 11:53 via theage.com.au
  
  Fremantle dominated the extended All-Australian squad while Melbourne champion Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time selection. But Sydney only have two players in contention after banned trio Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner and Nick Blakey were ruled ineligible after the club’s hotel scandal. Follow LIVE coverage.
  
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• NRL’s latest rule-change adds a new element of strategy. Here’s how it will work

  25-08-2026 11:30 via theage.com.au
  
  The decision to kick or receive the football after conceding a try will be made on the field, rather than in the coach’s box, when the NRL trials a change to the kick-off rule on Thursday night.
  
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• AFL LIVE - 2026 All-Australian team announcement: Will Gawn get a ninth jumper?

  25-08-2026 11:20 via theage.com.au
  
  Fremantle dominated the extended All-Australian squad while Melbourne champion Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time selection. But Sydney only have two players in contention after banned trio Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner and Nick Blakey were ruled ineligible after the club’s hotel scandal. Follow LIVE coverage.
  
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• Rabbitoh closes in on three-year deal; concussed Radley set to miss rest of regular season

  25-08-2026 11:02 via theage.com.au
  
  Young star Tallis Duncan is set to sign off on an extension that will keep him at South Sydney until 2030, as the Rabbitohs prepare to welcome back Latrell Mitchell this weekend.
  
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• Live: Daicos claims first major award ahead of AFL's All Australian team reveal

  25-08-2026 10:50 via abc.net.au
  
  The AFL's All Australian team of 2026 will be unveiled at its official awards night, alongside the crowning of the Rising Star and the league's MVP. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Crows captain makes tearful speech as All Australian team is named

  25-08-2026 10:50 via abc.net.au
  
  The AFL's All Australian team of 2026 will be unveiled at its official awards night, alongside the crowning of the Rising Star and the league's MVP. Follow live.
  
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• Live: AFL's All Australian team and Rising Star to be named

  25-08-2026 10:50 via abc.net.au
  
  The AFL's All Australian team of 2026 will be unveiled at its official awards night, alongside the crowning of the Rising Star and the league's MVP. Follow live.
  
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• Crows captain makes tearful speech as All Australian team is named

  25-08-2026 10:50 via abc.net.au
  
  Max Gawn claims a record ninth All Australian blazer, while Nick Daicos swept the individual awards, but a speech from Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson stole the show at the AFL Awards.
  
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• Bulldogs tie down Preston as Martin and Panthers pause talks on new deal

  25-08-2026 10:44 via theage.com.au
  
  Star back-rower Jacob Preston has agreed to an upgraded, long-term deal to remain at Canterbury, while Liam Martin has agreed to park negotiations until after Penrith’s premiership push.
  
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• The tone-deaf Tigers have provided a lesson for all footballers

  25-08-2026 10:36 via smh.com.au
  
  Sure, the Richmond players celebrating the end of their season didn’t think they were making themselves the story, but no one does until they are on the front page.
  
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• ‘I’ll cry my eyes out’: Jai Arrow will take the field for South Sydney again. Expect tears

  25-08-2026 10:02 via theage.com.au
  
  The Rabbitohs have received the NRL’s blessing to let Arrow “play” the final two matches of the regular season and finish his career on 100 appearances for the club.
  
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• ‘Geeing me up’: Jai Arrow on what it means to ‘play’ 100 games for Souths

  25-08-2026 10:02 via smh.com.au
  
  South Sydney have received the NRL’s blessing to allow Arrow to “play” the final two matches of the regular season. This is how it will work.
  
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• Pucovski launches legal action against Brighton Grammar over first concussion

  25-08-2026 09:57 via theage.com.au
  
  Pucovski alleges the APS school breached its duty of care when he was concussed at football training in 2014, the first of 13 documented concussions that ultimately ended his cricket career.
  
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• Reynolds denies rift with Madge

  25-08-2026 09:23 via smh.com.au
  
  Broncos captain Adam Reynolds denies a rift with Michael Maguire after being denied a farewell game.
  
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• Trainer confident horse ready to find his groove

  25-08-2026 09:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Harry’s Evidence steps up to a trip in the Asahi Super Dry Handicap (1250m) where his trainer feels he is well suited to handle a rise in class.
  
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