The Chiefs thumped the reigning champion Crusaders to reach the Super Rugby Pacific final, having suffered heartbreak as runners-up the last three years.
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Former Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis has allegedly been reported for driving while disqualified.
Emma Kirk
Western Empire will understandably have the lion’s share of attention when he attempts a winter hat-trick in the Strickland Stakes, however, punters believe one horse can beat him
Hayden King
In an exclusive interview with The West Australian, East Fremantle’s Jack Cleaver has opened up on his rapid rise to midfield star after the pre-season departure of Milan Murdock.
Mitchell Woodcock
Fremantle captain Alex Pearce has admitted he’s daydreamed about holding up the premiership trophy alongside coach Justin Longmuir this year, but prefers to put his focus into what he can control.
The World Cup has given Australia moments of both ecstasy and agony — and on the eve of their 2026 edition of the tournament, The West Australian has taken a look back at five of the most significant.
Josh Kempton
Fremantle are outright AFL flag favourites thanks to their 12-match winning run, but the club's "1-0" mantra is keeping the players grounded.
Justin Chadwick
After managing no goals in four of his previous five games, one of Melbourne's most dangerous forwards starred in their King's Birthday win.
Roger Vaughan
Several proven Group 1 performers will climax their preparations in the Stradbroke Handicap (1400m) at Eagle Farm on Saturday with a lucrative $3 million purse on the line.
West Coast fans have blasted Peter Sumich for an unprovoked public attack on Ben Cousins after he praised premiership coach John Worsfold’s elevation into the Australian Football Hall of Fame.
Samantha Rogers
Australian NBA prospect Luke Paul says it was an easy decision to sign with the Cairns Taipans, despite the team's recent on-court struggles.
Jasper Bruce
Western Force Women’s coach Dylan Parsons has declared it’s title or bust in 2026.
Aaron Kirby
West Indies have put the disappointment of a home ODI series loss to Sri Lanka by taking out the opening Twenty20 in Jamaica by seven wickets.
Pressure is building on Alastair Clarkson in the wake of last week's 124-point loss to Fremantle, with North Melbourne aiming to make amends against West Coast.
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has extended his contract until after the 2027 Asian Cup, in a boost ahead of Australia's World Cup campaign.
Anna Harrington
On the eve of the Socceroos’ World Cup opener, Football Australia have made a huge call on coach Tony Popovic’s future.
Ben Smith
A brilliant game by Hwang In-beom has led South Korea to a 2-1 comeback win over the Czech Republic in their World Cup clash in Mexico.
Tales Azzoni
West Coast wingman Bo Allan has put his hand up to help out as a key defender if called upon, as the team looks to cover for the loss of injured star Reuben Ginbey.
The WNBL and NBL have forecast more double-header fixtures between the two, but will not expand the concept for the 2026/27 seasons.
Great Southern Storm will head to long-running Great Southern Colts Carnival at Lake Grace this weekend with strong ambitions to bring home the title.
Cameron Newbold
Western Australia have named three ruckmen — including the leading contender to be the No.1 pick in next year’s draft and the brother of an AFL star — for their under-18 national championships opener.
Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr is taking notice of a bunch of rivals talking about luring the Power's star midfielder Zak Butters.
Steve Larkin
Kukerin-Dumbleyung upset the natural order with a six-point victory over previously undefeated Narrogin in the Upper Great Southern Football League on Sunday.
Claire Middleton
Socceroos striker Mo Toure’s availability for Australia’s World Cup opener against Turkiye has received a boost, with teammates Jacob Italiano and Aziz Behich offering assurance he has returned to training.
