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Royals jubilee: Canberra rugby club turns 75

Founded in 1949, Canberra Royals Rugby Club celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. They invite the public to join in the festivities.

Canberra Royals rugby celebrate First Nations players

Wallabies legend Glen Ella will join Canberra Royals Rugby Union Club this Saturday at their First Nations Round.

A-League Men Canberra expansion plans put on hold

Plans to expand the A-League Men by adding a team from Canberra have been shelved, the Australian Professional Leagues have announced.

The Matildas bounce lands in Canberra

It’s called the Matildas bounce – the surge of women spurred on by last year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup frenzy, who are signing up to join a soccer team.

Canberra United face crisis as wait for ALM bid continues

As delays in finding a suitable bidder for Canberra's A-League Men's team continue, there are fears the club's women's side might be caught in the crossfire.

Canberra United’s future in the balance as fans start petition

The future of Canberra United in the A-League Women's competition beyond this season is in serious doubt as Capital Football struggles with the rising cost of running the team.

Canberra, Jets must get ownership deals done: APL chair

The Australian Professional Leagues will not come to the rescue of Newcastle Jets or Canberra United if deals for new ownership fall through.

Michelle Heyman adamant she can kick up a gear with Matildas

Matildas veteran Michelle Heyman has stepped up in Olympic qualifiers against Uzbekistan and is adamant she can keep pushing to snare a prized ticket to Paris.

Blaze beat Canberra Chill 4-1 to claim Hockey One premiership

The Brisbane Blaze have reclaimed the women's Hockey One crown and denied the Canberra Chill a home title in an exciting encounter at the National Hockey Centre in Lyneham on Sunday.

State pride on the line at Hockey One finals weekend in Canberra

Canberra's National Hockey Centre will host the Hockey One finals this weekend with the NSW Pride men's and women's teams defending their crowns.

Canberra’s Michael Collins chasing another World Series ring

Former Canberra Cavalry manager Michael Collins is looking to win his second straight World Series with the Houston Astros.

Gift of Life partner with Canberra United

Canberra United have welcomed Gift of Life onboard after the organisation committed to become sponsors for the 2023/2024 Liberty A-League season.

Water Polo National State Championships descend on Canberra

In less than a week, an array of water polo teams and athletes from around the country, each representing their state, will be competing against each other for the ultimate title - National State Champions right here in the ACT.

Canberra star Heyman nearing century of goals

Canberra United goal machine Michelle Heyman is on track to score her 100th A-League goal during the 2023/2024 season that commences in mid-October.

CBR belt Rhinos 10-0 at Brave Cave

The Caribou CBR Brave responded to their loss last weekend in the strongest possible way, defeating the Central Coast Rhinos 10-0.

Canberra teen Cameron Myers runs age record 1500m time

Canberra teenage sensation Cameron Myers has smashed a long-standing age record over 1500m in his first ever Diamond League race, running a Paris 2024 Olympic qualifying time.

CBR Brave sweep the weekend to go top of the AIHL

A huge weekend of ice hockey in the capital has seen the Caribou CBR Brave secure back-to-back wins, six points and top spot in the AIHL at the halfway mark of the season, reports Sean O'Connor.

Canberra mountain bike star Harriet Burbidge-Smith claims gold on her birthday

Canberra mountain bike sensation Harriet Burbidge-Smith took home gold in Speed & Style at Crankworx Cairns today 18 May.

Young ACT Netballers heading for Australian Camp

Canberra’s young female athletes have been chosen to represent the capital on the national stage and will begin their official training next July. Three ACT netballers – Alice Henman, Sophia Martinussen, and Hayley...

CBR Brave start title defence with win over Rhinos

An undermanned CBR Brave have kicked off their Goodall Cup defence with a win against the Central Coast Rhinos.

Canberra United docked three points, set to appeal

Canberra United has been deducted three competition points after it was found to have breached the A-League Women’s competition regulations.

Michael Matthews fury as Tour Down Under hopes dashed

Canberra cycling star Michael Matthews was furious after his Tour Down Under overall hopes were dashed by a mechanical problem.

Canberra’s Michael Matthews moves to second at Tour Down Under

German Phil Bauhaus has won stage one of the Tour Down Under, while Australian Michael Matthews is now second overall.

Hockey ACT U21 men’s team are national indoor champions

In a massive upset over the dominant NSW and WA state teams, Hockey ACT’s U21 Men’s team have come home victorious with a gold medal win against WA at the 2023 Hockey Australia Indoor Championships in Brisbane.

Twin wins for Cavalry in weather-affected trip to Auckland

After the opening games of the weekend were affected by Auckland’s weather, the Canberra Cavalry were victorious in both Sunday games against the Auckland Tuatara. 

Cavalry claim 3-1 series win over Geelong-Korea

The Canberra Cavalry have rounded out its series against Geelong-Korea with a 5-3 victory at the Narrabundah Ballpark on Sunday afternoon.

Capital Football improving conditions for referees

Referees in the ACT will be able to participate in development programs and will have their pay increased as part of reforms put in place by Capital Football.

Kyrgios, Peel amongst big names up for 2022 CBR Sports Awards

The finalists for the 2022 CBR Sport Awards have been announced with a number of high-profile local stars nominated.

Ivan Slavich appointed new Capital Football CEO

Capital Football have announced Ivan Slavich will become their new CEO, taking over the role following a transition period with the current Interim CEO until December.

Canberra Chill hockey team keen for ‘loud and proud’ home crowd

The Canberra Chill are hoping for a “loud and proud” home crowd tonight for their match against Melbourne in the second round of the Hockey One competition.