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Coaches in their second stint have not always panned out.

Why going for a big-name coach won’t save Carlton

There are no shortage of choices, but the Blues face a tough decision in who they go after to lead the team in its time of need.

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One of the Big Bash’s favourite overseas signings is set to make his return to the league.

England legend set to take reigns of Sydney Thunder

One of the Big Bash’s favourite overseas signings is set to make his return to the league after more than a decade, as Sydney Thunder prepare to announce Trevor Bayliss’s successor.

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Football’s biggest stage is getting a Super Bowl-style twist, with global megastars locked in for a historic first.

Stars locked to headline first ever World Cup half-time show

Football’s biggest stage is getting a Super Bowl-style twist, with global megastars locked in for a historic first.

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Nicky Winmar admitted to police he slapped a woman's arm but denied any other assaults. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

AFL great Winmar admitted row, slap but denied assaults

Former St Kilda footballer Nicky Winmar's conversation with police after an alleged attack has been played in court as he fights assault allegations.

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It comes after the woman at the centre of the former Brisbane Lions captain’s affair scandal spoke out amid ‘unnecessary hostility and cruelty’.

Tess Crosley makes big move after Neale affair scandal

The woman at the centre of the former Brisbane Lions captain’s affair scandal spoke out amid ‘unnecessary hostility and cruelty’.

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Sydney and Geelong are the prime-time darlings for the rest of the 2026 season.

Fading Vic powerhouses dumped as Geelong and Sydney rule roost

The AFL has unveiled its prime-time darlings for the remainder of the 2026 season.

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Marcus North, a Test centurion for Australia, says he’s excited to become a national team selector for England.

Aussie who’s turned back on own country makes ice-cold admission

The 46-year-old Melburnian’s use of one interesting word will not go unnoticed back home.

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Sydney’s jumper for the Pride Game.

Sydney dump rival from special game over jarring issue

Statements have been issued and a replacement club has been found.

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Ken Hinkley.

Hinkley coy about Carlton gig

The race for Carlton’s next coach has started and experienced mentor Ken Hinkley has been careful how he addresses speculation he could take on the role.

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Collingwood coach Craig McRae says Bobby Hill still has some work to do before making his AFL return.

Coach drops truth bomb on Bobby Hill’s potential return

Craig McRae has laid bare the harsh reality of the Norm Smith medallist’s VFL numbers.

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Ivan Cleary has announced 2027 will be his final year as Panthers coach.

Ivan Cleary confirms Panthers exit in bombshell move

The shock decision comes despite the four-time premiership coach enjoying another brilliant season.

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Essendon champion James Hird.

AFL great James Hird chokes on food in live TV scare

The Essendon legend has been taken to hospital after ‘a piece of dinner stuck in his throat’ during a live broadcast.

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Brandon Clarke has died aged 29.

NBA world ‘heartbroken’ as much-loved veteran found dead aged 29

Authorities are investigating as the league mourns ‘an outstanding teammate and even better person’.

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