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Hird recovering after overdose

Hird recovering after overdose

Former Essendon coach James Hird is reportedly being treated at a mental health facility after an ‘intentional poisoning overdose’ on Wednesday night. 6 Jan 2017
Hird taken to hospital after health scare

Hird taken to hospital after health scare

Former Essendon coach James Hird was reportedly rushed to hospital on Wednesday night after suffering a health scare. 5 Jan 2017
Thunder name gun replacement for injured star

Thunder name gun replacement for injured star

Sydney Thunder have replaced injured Andre Russell with West Indies World T20 hero Carlos Brathwaite for the remainder of the season. 5 Jan 2017
Manly add depth to forwards with key signing

Manly add depth to forwards with key signing

Manly forward Addin Fonua-Blake has re-signed with the club until the end of the 2018 season. 5 Jan 2017
Laver's strong advice for Kyrgios

Laver's strong advice for Kyrgios

Eleven-time grand slam champion Rod Laver reckons fellow Australian Nick Kyrgios can be the best in the world. On one condition. 5 Jan 2017
Guess what Toovey's doing for a crust?

Guess what Toovey's doing for a crust?

Manly legend Geoff Toovey is keen on a return to rugby league while he bides his time plugging away as a chartered accountant. 5 Jan 2017
Ponting backs Hogg for Australian T20 call-up

Ponting backs Hogg for Australian T20 call-up

Australian T20 assistant coach Ricky Ponting has endorsed Brad Hogg for national honours after a blistering start to the Big Bash league. 5 Jan 2017
KP slams Stars' inability to handle pressure

KP slams Stars' inability to handle pressure

Kevin Pietersen says his Melbourne Stars must learn how to handle pressure or face the prospect of being bundled out of the BBL following Wednesday night’s loss to Sydney Thunder. 5 Jan 2017
Smeltz approved to face Glory tonight

Smeltz approved to face Glory tonight

All Whites striker Shane Smeltz’s international transfer is complete and he will be available for selection in tonight’s clash with Perth Glory at nib Stadium. 5 Jan 2017
German player says Kyrgios is a "genius"

German player says Kyrgios is a "genius"

German tennis star Mischa Zverev has labelled Nick Kyrgios a genius and one of the nicest blokes on tour. 4 Jan 2017
Jets release Cooper

Jets release Cooper

Newcastle Jets have finalised a mutual contract termination with 22-year-old midfielder Mitch Cooper. 4 Jan 2017
Lynn injury has Heat sweating

Lynn injury has Heat sweating

Brisbane are hanging on the fitness of star batsman Chris Lynn ahead of Thursday night’s Big Bash League blockbuster against Perth. 4 Jan 2017
Hawke enjoys a morning brew at the SCG

Hawke enjoys a morning brew at the SCG

Former Prime Minister Bob Hawke installed himself as a legendary human a few years ago when he skolled a beer in front of the "Richies" sending social media into a panic. 4 Jan 2017
Raiders ditch cheerleaders

Raiders ditch cheerleaders

The Canberra Raiders will ditch their cheerleaders for the 2017 season. 4 Jan 2017
Star Shark chased by four NFL clubs

Star Shark chased by four NFL clubs

Cowboys and Sharks stars Jason Taumalolo and Valentine Holmes are being sought by four NFL franchises, says their manager Chris Orr. 4 Jan 2017
Maroons shift training base for 2017 series

Maroons shift training base for 2017 series

The Maroons and the Blues will train just 50km apart in preparation for this year’s State of Origin Series. 4 Jan 2017
Aussies in control as Renshaw chases 200

Aussies in control as Renshaw chases 200

Australia sits on 3-365 heading into day two of the Third Test at the SCG with Matt Renshaw chasing a maiden Test double-century against Pakistan. 4 Jan 2017
AFL star pleads not guilty to stabbing

AFL star pleads not guilty to stabbing

Former Fremantle player Shane Yarran has pleaded not guilty to an allegation that he stabbed another man. 3 Jan 2017
Sydney FC release premiership-player

Sydney FC release premiership-player

Sydney FC has agreed to the the transfer of centre half Matt Jurman to join South Korean club Suwon Bluewings on a two-year deal. 3 Jan 2017
Warner enters history books with stunning century

Warner enters history books with stunning century

David Warner became just the fifth man to ever score a century in the first session of a Test with a sterling ton at the SCG against Pakistan on Tuesday. 3 Jan 2017
Wade needs runs against Pakistan

Wade needs runs against Pakistan

Matthew Wade is under pressure to hold his place in the Australian Test side after scoring just 21 runs from his past four appearances. 3 Jan 2017