4 h. ago He slipped through rugby’s grasp to become a Maroons bolter. Will more follow?

He is the future State of Origin weapon who was once embedded in rugby union’s pathways. Amid the return of the Bears, could more follow his lead?

Sport

8 h. ago Chooks, paparazzi and regrets: Behind the Cheese’s last hurrah in a ‘Roosters’ jersey

This is the closest Brandon Smith will come to wearing Roosters kit. And he can’t help but laugh at the “signing” stunt that took off as he prepares to switch clubs.

Politics

8 h. ago From expulsion to Origin: Fressard’s journey to Blues jersey

NSW winger Jayme Fressard was, by her own admission, hanging around with the wrong crowd. Now, she’s an Origin star.

Politics

14 h. ago Why one call will define Laurie Daley’s second coming as Blues coach

I don’t know which way the Blues coach will go, I’ve chopped and changed myself. But his five-eighth call will dictate the footy NSW play this year.

Politics

38 h. ago Jake Trbojevic has 160 minutes to retain role as NSW skipper

He was chosen as skipper because he embodies the traits of a Blues leader, but Jake Trbojevic is under pressure to retain his NSW spot.

Politics

38 h. ago Tom De Koning could earn $3m more at St Kilda, but Blues say they have more to offer in long term

Carlton are urging their in-demand ruckman to do some blue-sky thinking and weigh up the connections they offer and the earning potential he will have if he finishes his career a one-club player.

Politics

39 h. ago Jack’s mother thought he was being looked after. He died desperate and alone

Jack died in the Blue Mountains the day after his birthday. For his mother Renee, it was the tragic end to years of pain that should never have happened.

Politics

55 h. ago Magpies make wholesale changes for Perth trip; Silvagni on track to return from hand surgery

Collingwood will be without four of their premiership stars for Thursday night’s clash against Fremantle in Perth, with one struggling midfielder-forward remaining in Melbourne to work on regaining full fitness. Meanwhile, the Blues hope to have Jack Silvagni back for their spicy clash with St Kilda.

Politics

60 h. ago Bulldogs forward challenges charge to keep Origin hopes alive

Canterbury Jacob Preston was in the mix to make his NSW Origin debut. An untimely suspension could change all that.

Events

62 h. ago Why this son of a Carlton gun has the option to join the Tigers

Cody is the son of former high-flying Blue Andrew Walker, who retired in August 2016, and an exciting father-son prospect in the 2026 national draft. But that’s not the end of the story.

Politics

3 d. ago How Magic Round cured and created these huge State of Origin headaches

Magic Round delivered again in Brisbane, and now State of Origin selectors and coaches should have a clearer idea in some areas of how their teams take shape.

Politics

3 d. ago No 4WD needed: Reaching Australia’s northernmost point the cheat’s way

Standing on Cape York’s tip is a worthy ambition, but if you don’t have the skills or time for the arduous 4WD journey, there’s a relaxing alternative: cruise ship.

Politics

4 d. ago AFL LIVE: Cats and Pies deadlocked in MCG thriller; Dees fire up late over Eagles; Voss at a loss to explain thrashing

After Beveridge’s Bulldogs obliterated Port and Voss’ Blues were outclassed in Adelaide, the Pies and Cats and Eagles and Dees are going head-to-head in prime time.

Events

4 d. ago AFL LIVE: Magpies bounce back hard after Cats get the early jump; Demons fire up over Eagles in the west

After Bevo’s Bulldogs obliterated Port in Ballarat, the Blues are going head-to-head with the Crows on ‘Super Saturday’. Tonight it’s the Pies and the Cats from the MCG

Events

5 d. ago AFL LIVE: The poll that really matters on election day; Cats leap out of the blocks early at the MCG

After Bevo’s Bulldogs obliterated Port in Ballarat, the Blues are going head-to-head with the Crows on ‘Super Saturday’. Tonight it’s the Pies and the Cats from the MCG

Politics

5 d. ago AFL LIVE: Carlton come crashing back to earth with a thud; the incident that spells trouble for Rioli

After Bevo’s Bulldogs obliterated Port in Ballarat, the Blues are going head-to-head with the Crows on ‘Super Saturday’. Tonight it’s the Pies and the Cats from the MCG

Events

5 d. ago AFL LIVE: Curnow tries to lift Blues as Crows take early lead; Port’s Dog Day in Ballarat

After Bevo’s Bulldogs obliterated Port in Ballarat, the Blues are going head-to-head with the Crows on ‘Super Saturday’. Tonight it’s the Pies and the Cats from the MCG

Politics

5 d. ago AFL LIVE: Cripps firing as Blues begin recovery after stellar start from Crows; Port’s Dog Day in Ballarat

The Bulldogs are fighting for a place in the eight against Port Adelaide, kicking off a super Saturday that is building towards tonight’s marquee match-up between Collingwood and Geelong at the MCG.

Sport

5 d. ago Could James Tedesco make a remarkable Origin return? Laurie Daley thinks so

The Roosters star was a notable omission from a Blues gathering in January, but the NSW coach says it does not signal the end of his time playing for his state.

Politics

6 d. ago Optimism is the name of the game, but can the teals cause further upset in WA?

This election the teal independent challenge goes far beyond the traditional inner-city blue ribbon upset that saw Kate Chaney voted into power in 2022.

Politics