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• ‘There are limits’: Cats coach outlines stance on missing forward Stengle

  29-06-2026 07:30 via smh.com.au
  
  Geelong coach Chris Scott said the Cats would continue to support crafty goal sneak Tyson Stengle, but added the club was not a charity.
  
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• Sam Kerr returns to US in deal with Gotham FC until 2030

  29-06-2026 16:13 via smh.com.au
  
  The Matildas captain has been linked with a move back to the NWSL since becoming a free agent in May, after several seasons in the UK with Chelsea.
  
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• Why Opening Round is not being rubbed out just yet

  29-06-2026 13:37 via smh.com.au
  
  The controversial Opening Round is still in the plans at this point in time for the next season, even if it means that the finals series could lose key venues due to the Rugby World Cup.
  
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• ‘That was a mistake’: Demons settle privacy lawsuit with May’s partner

  29-06-2026 12:36 via theage.com.au
  
  Coach Steven King confirmed the settlement on Monday night. Meantime, Geelong coach Chris Scott said there were limits to how much the Cats can support Tyson Stengle, and AFLW champion Chelsea Randall has been forced to retire.
  
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• How a champion Blues fullback put Bostock on the road to Origin

  29-06-2026 11:32 via theage.com.au
  
  Tim Brasher played a huge role in Jack Bostock’s early career. So it was fitting that the two came face to face on Monday night at a function to honour the victorious NSW side of 30 years ago.
  
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• Extreme heat, America’s Sweethearts and … giant curtains? What awaits the Socceroos in Dallas

  29-06-2026 11:30 via theage.com.au
  
  Australia head to “Jerry’s World” for their round of 32 clash with Egypt – where everything is appropriately Texas-sized.
  
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• Lees launches five-strong attack on Taree meeting

  29-06-2026 09:15 via theage.com.au
  
  Newcastle trainer Kris Lees is well represented across two races at Taree on Tuesday with five runners set to go around at the Manning Valley Race Club meeting.
  
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• Aussie great reacts as Williams hunts eyes her record

  29-06-2026 09:01 via smh.com.au
  
  Australia's Margaret Court reacts after learning Serena Williams will attempt to equal her grand slam record when she takes to the courts at Wimbledon.
  
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• How a handshake may decide Slater's Maroons coaching future

  29-06-2026 08:48 via abc.net.au
  
  Billy Slater says he will not sign another contract to be Queensland State of Origin coach, but that does not mean he will not continue in the role.
  
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• Billy Slater Breaks Down Queensland's Origin III Squad - The Billy Slater Podcast

  29-06-2026 08:48 via theage.com.au
  
  The countdown to the State of Origin decider is on, and Billy Slater takes us inside Queensland camp.Billy explains why the Maroons head to Rockhampton before every decider, the thinking behind recalling Jeremiah Nanai, what Pat Carrigan's return means for Queensland, and the disappointment of losing Lindsay Collins.He also discusses Selwyn Cobbo's confidence, Sam Walker's emergence, how the Maroons are handling the pressure of a sold out Suncorp Stadium, and why connection, culture and legacy r
  
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• Bosnich tells Herrington to make big overseas move

  29-06-2026 08:12 via theage.com.au
  
  Mark Bosnich urges Lucas Herrington to make a big transfer move.
  
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• Laurie Daley won’t say what he told Haumole after Origin axing. Whatever it was, it worked

  29-06-2026 08:09 via theage.com.au
  
  The NSW coach dropped the Manly enforcer for Origin II, but would not be drawn on what he had advised the back-rower afterwards. Olakau’atu was happy to spill the beans.
  
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• ‘We’re not a charity’: Cats coach explains stance on Stengle; Triple premiership captain retires

  29-06-2026 08:08 via theage.com.au
  
  Geelong will continue to support the crafty forward, but Scott said there are limits. Meantime, AFLW champion Chelsea Randall has been forced to retire because of concussion issues.
  
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• Why Collingwood spent $4m on a South Melbourne property

  29-06-2026 08:04 via smh.com.au
  
  Like West Coast, the Magpies have invested in property that they will rent to their players and staff.
  
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• Blues coach Daley to answer critics after Origin III

  29-06-2026 07:43 via abc.net.au
  
  Laurie Daley says he will address criticism about his performance as Blues coach once the State of Origin series is over.
  
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• The Socceroo stuff-up that will cost an A-League club millions

  29-06-2026 07:33 via theage.com.au
  
  With every strong showing from Lucas Herrington at the World Cup, a costly mistake from the Brisbane Roar’s will get worse.
  
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• Schmidt’s Frankenstein: How the Wallabies coach is still helping Ireland beat Australia

  29-06-2026 07:30 via smh.com.au
  
  On the back of a record five straight wins, Ireland will go into their Test clash with the Wallabies on Saturday as heavy favourites. And with one potential weakness nowhere to be seen.
  
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• Foz issues grim assessment of Asia at World Cup | Added Time

  29-06-2026 07:01 via theage.com.au
  
  Craig Foster says that the Asian Football Conference teams did "shockingly bad" on the world stage at the FIFA World Cup.
  
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• Broncos winger stood down after string of traffic offences

  29-06-2026 06:46 via smh.com.au
  
  Broncos winger Josiah Karapani has been stood down for this weekend’s clash with Cronulla, after being pulled over by police for a string of traffic offences.
  
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• Broncos winger stood down after string of traffic offence

  29-06-2026 06:46 via smh.com.au
  
  Broncos winger Josiah Karapani has been stood down for this weekend’s clash with Cronulla, after being pulled over by police for a string of traffic offences.
  
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• Morocco and the Netherlands look to move mountains in Monterrey matchup

  29-06-2026 05:45
  Two teams with plenty of connections meet in a ‘clash of titans’ at one of the World Cup’s most picturesque venues Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi had just been asked what would inspire his players to justify the feverish expectation hanging over them. Would they turn to the example of history, or would they draw on something else? “The biggest motivation the players have is to put on the jersey and represent the country,” he began. “That is motivation enough t
  
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• Les Mills, NZ Olympian and founder of global fitness brand, dies aged 91

  29-06-2026 05:31 via abc.net.au
  
  The New Zealand Olympian who opened an Auckland gym in 1968 that grew into an international group fitness brand has died aged 91.
  
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• Les Mills, NZ Olympian and founder of fitness brand, dies aged 91

  29-06-2026 05:31 via abc.net.au
  
  The New Zealand Olympian who opened an Auckland gym in 1968 that grew into an international group-fitness brand has died aged 91.
  
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• Williams takes aim at anti-doping measures ahead of Wimbledon return

  29-06-2026 04:59 via abc.net.au
  
  As she prepares for her All England Club comeback, Serena Williams claims the tennis anti-doping protocol is "unprofessional" and "unreasonable".
  
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• The five selections that will define Daley’s coaching legacy

  29-06-2026 04:22 via smh.com.au
  
  The NSW coach sheds light on why Brian To’o was axed, key playmakers survived and his backline was overhauled.
  
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• Slater coy on Maroons coaching future

  29-06-2026 04:20 via smh.com.au
  
  Billy Slater reveals he is on a handshake deal with the QRL and isn't sure whether he will coach again next year.
  
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• Myers magic: Aussie prodigy breaks record in dominant win

  29-06-2026 04:15 via theage.com.au
  
  Cameron Myers makes a statement in the 1500m at the Paris Diamond League, demolishing the field and breaking the Australian record.
  
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• Randall says concussion left her 'no choice' but to retire from AFLW

  29-06-2026 04:14 via abc.net.au
  
  Adelaide Crows star Chelsea Randall announces her retirement from the AFLW, citing concussion as a major factor in her decision to hang up her boots and step away from the game.
  
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• Chelsea Randall retires from AFLW for 'issues related to concussion'

  29-06-2026 04:14 via abc.net.au
  
  Adelaide Crows star Chelsea Randall has announced her retirement from the AFLW, with the club citing concussion as a major factor in her decision.
  
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• AFL trade news, rumours 2026: Three club race for Zak Butters, Richmond Tigers on pace with Geelong and Western Bulldogs

  29-06-2026 03:55
  
  A twist in the Zak Butters sweepstakes has come to light, with a “genuine three-horse race” suddenly emerging.
  
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