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Local boxer makes history with ‘surreal’ Olympic debut

Missing out on her boxing debut at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Queanbeyan’s Monique Suraci says it was “surreal” to compete in Paris this year.

Oscar Piastri wins in Baku after his ‘most stressful’ day

Australian Oscar Piastri has won a dramatic Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a sensational drive, holding off Charles Leclerc in a classic duel in Baku.

Fearless Giants ready for Lions in AFL semi-final

GWS swingman Lachlan Keeffe says fear won't be a factor when his side fight to keep their premiership aspirations alive in an AFL semi-final against Brisbane.

Corey Horsburgh spurs rivals, set to stay with Raiders

After recent speculation Corey Horsburgh was set to leave Canberra, the fiery middle forward has declared he wants to continue his career at the Raiders.

Big Red answers Raiders prayers with miracle late try

In possibly his last game for the club, Canberra prop Corey Horsburgh sealed a thrilling comeback victory over St George to keep their slim finals hopes alive.

Canberra’s Vanessa Low claims long jump gold as Ballard goes on attack

Vanessa Low wants to push more boundaries after breaking a new long jump world record en route to a third consecutive gold medal.

No bad blood with Whitehead, says injured Roosters star Smith

A devastated Brandon Smith says there is no bad blood between him and Elliott Whitehead after the hip-drop tackle that ruptured his ACL, ending the Sydney Roosters star's season.

Joe Tapine puts hand up to be Raiders’ full-time captain

With Canberra skipper Elliott Whitehead having likely already played his last game with the club, forward Joe Tapine is eager to step into the role next year.

How GWS became Aussie sport’s social media trendsetters

GWS is on a mission to be the most talked-about club in Australia. The man behind the memes explains how the AFL's youngest side took social media by storm.

Matildas star re-signs with Canberra United

Matildas striker Michelle Heyman has opted not to head overseas in favour of staying at A-League Women club Canberra United.

Elliott Whitehead’s NRL career over after guilty plea

Canberra skipper Elliott Whitehead has almost certainly played his last game in the NRL after accepting a three-game ban for a hip-drop tackle on Brandon Smith.

De Minaur wins all-Aussie affair to reach US Open quarters

Alex de Minaur has won his all-Australian US Open clash with Jordan Thompson to be the first Aussie in 20 years to make three straight slam quarter-finals.

Elliott Whitehead’s NRL career looks over after copping big ban

Canberra captain Elliott Whitehead will need to overturn a suspension for a hip-drop tackle if he is to play in the NRL again.

Whitehead says Robinson ‘out of order’ for refusing apology

Elliott Whitehead was disappointed Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson wouldn't accept his apology for accidentally injuring Brandon Smith in Canberra's win.

Gutsy Raiders claim 14-12 win over Roosters as Rapana injured

The Raiders have defended their way to an incredible 14-12 win over the Roosters in Sydney, despite being on the wrong end of some questionable refereeing desicions.

Aussie teen Gout Gout bolts to second in 200m final at world junior champs

Australian sprinters Gout Gout and Torrie Lewis have produced eye-catching performances to win silver in the 200m at the world junior championships.

Aussie Popyrin stuns Djokovic to make US Open’s last 16

Alexei Popyrin has stormed into the US Open's last 16 after becoming the first Australian in 18 years to beat history-chasing Novak Djokovic at a grand slam.

Canberra lose Jamal Fogarty for crucial Roosters clash

Canberra's faint finals hopes have taken a hit with halfback Jamal Fogarty ruled out of their must-win clash with the Sydney Roosters due to a hamstring strain.

Records fall as Giants storm to AFLW win over Bulldogs at Manuka

Alyce Parker and Zarlie Goldsworthy put on a dominant display to help fire GWS to a monster 63-point AFLW victory over a new-look Western Bulldogs.

From near-deadly pancreatitis to Paralympics gold for Aussie star Tom Gallagher

Tom Gallagher has claimed Australia's first gold medal of the Paralympics after bouncing back from a near-deadly tussle with pancreatitis.

Brent Daniels signs six-year extension in giant show of faith

GWS forward Brent Daniels has enjoyed a career-best season in 2024, and he has pledged his long-term future to the Giants.

How Savage love salvaged Raiders flyer’s NRL career

Canberra Raiders winger Xavier Savage is enjoying his most successful NRL season yet, but he almost found himself without a club before Christmas.

‘Bigger fish to fry’: Hogan looks past Coleman Medal

Jesse Hogan kicked 69 goals across 23 games to win the Coleman Medal, but the GWS star wants a premiership.

Raiders stun Panthers to keep season alive

Xavier Savage has starred and captain Elliott Whitehead was in tears as Canberra produced their best performance of the season to upset premiers Penrith.

Horsburgh back in for Raiders days after meeting rivals

Corey Horsburgh is back in the Canberra fold, named to play in his first NRL game since round five despite holding contract talks with rival clubs.

Raiders’ Corey Horsburgh meets Broncos, Tigers next

Canberra forward Corey Horsburgh met with Brisbane powerbrokers this week and is set for a catch-up with Benji Marshall as demand for the firebrand ramps up.

‘Disappointed dad’ Stuart right to fire up: Raiders

Canberra second-rower Hudson Young says his side needs to be mentally tougher after "embarrassing" coach Ricky Stuart in their capitulation to North Queensland.

Holmes hat-trick all but ends ‘precious’ Raiders’ season

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has lashed him team for a "precious, spoiled" 42-4 loss to North Queensland that has left their NRL season on life support.

Raygun says hate ‘devastating’ as AOC condemns petition

Rachael Gunn calls for end to harassment as Australian Olympic Committee defends breakdancer against petition claiming she manipulated Olympic qualifying.

Aussie Olympians welcomed home as heroes after best Games

Australia's athletes have been given a heroes' welcome in Sydney after the country's most successful Olympics.
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