Kristy Williams, Sports Reporter

An experienced print and digital sports journalist with a demonstrated history of success writing feature stories, breaking news and match reports. Highly Commended at the 2021 Sports Australia Media Awards for a feature story on female football coaches, including Young Matildas coach Leah Blayney.

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Who are our Matildas? The incredible backstories of Australia's World Cup team - here's all you need to know about the players

14/08/23 05:57

From Sam Kerr masquerading as a six-year-old boy to make the team, to Mary Fowler posing as a Calvin Klein model, and Cortnee Vine's rise so meteoric she has a case of 'imposter syndrome'. Add to that the fact that Kerr was Australia's flagbearer at King Charles' coronation, fullback Ellie Carpenter's rise from the cafes of Cowra to the Michelin star eateries of Lyon and Caitlin Foord's Brady Bunch childhood with an NRL star step-brother. These are among the incredible back stories of the Matildas World Cup Squad that has made history in 2023, and may be on the brink of immortality as the players prepare for Wednesday's semi-final against England....read

Matildas fans slam team for wearing their away kit in must-win Women's World Cup game against Canada - here's why they couldn't run on in the green and gold
01/08/23 06:28
Aussie fans have rubbished the controversial away jersey the Matildas wore in their stunning 4-0 win over Canada - but there is a simple explanation as to why they weren't in green and gold.
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Top jockey Sonja Wiseman's gruesome injuries revealed after men smashed her face with a rock in Darwin carjacking just before her wedding: 'They are going to kill me'
01/08/23 04:17
Top Northern Territory jockey Sonja Wiseman has opened up about a terrifying ordeal after being set upon by a gang of men in Darwin and bashed with a rock, which left her with shocking facial injuries.
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Premier League legend hugs Steph Catley and showers Matildas with praise after they saved their Women's World Cup with victory over Canada
01/08/23 03:45
One of the English Premier League's greatest and most popular players has lavished the Matildas with praise after their 4-0 win over Canada - even managing to hug skipper Steph Catley.
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Matildas player ratings: See which Australian stars excelled and who struggled in World Cup demolition of Canada
31/07/23 12:38
In an display that was light years ahead of their effort in the shock loss to Nigeria last week, the Matildas were dominant from the first whistle to the last against Canada.
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Lance 'Buddy' Franklin's top five AFL goals ranked after Sydney Swans and Hawthorn Hawks legend retired with more than 1,000 majors to his name
31/07/23 08:11
Lance Franklin will retire as one of the AFL's greatest ever players following an incredible 1066 goals. To celebrate 'Buddy', here are the best five majors of Franklin's career ranked.
Women's World Cup: What result every team needs to qualify for the Round of 16... with the Matildas facing a must-win clash at home tournament
30/07/23 07:53
With the group stages drawing to a close, football fans and officials are feverishly consulting their calculators to figure out how they can qualify for the Women's World Cup knockout stages.
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Wallabies star admits the side 'let down Australia' with poor showing in Bledisloe thrashing to New Zealand as Eddie Jones says fans need to 'keep praying' ahead of Rugby World Cup
30/07/23 05:14
'Gutted' Wallabies players have admitted they 'let down Australia' after a 38-7 Bledisloe Cup mauling at the hands of New Zealand in front of more than 80,000 fans at the MCG on Saturday night.
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Manly legend Ian Roberts says lack of progress following club's rainbow jersey saga is a real 'kick in the guts'… as the NRL's first gay player says the game is afraid of 'offending religious players'
30/07/23 03:03
The NRL's only out gay player has slammed his former club Manly and the entire league for a lack of progress for LGBTQI+ rights after last year's rainbow jersey saga split the game.
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Matildas player ratings: See which Aussie stars struggled and who held their own in shock World Cup defeat to Nigeria
27/07/23 12:20
The Matildas endured a nightmare second half in Brisbane after scoring first through Emily van Egmond. Here's how every player performed on a night to forget for Aussie football.
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Australia 2-3 Nigeria - Women's World Cup RECAP: Matildas in shock as side ranked 30 places below them defeat the hosts with two second-half goals - one coming from a horror mistake
27/07/23 08:39
The Matildas are looking to secure a spot in the knockout stages against African giants, Nigeria. Follow along with Daily Mail Australia's live blog for all the action from Brisbane.
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Exclusive: Cronulla Sharks skipper Tiana Penitani opens up on overcoming tragedy to mould herself into one of the hottest stars in the NRLW
26/07/23 08:21
Sharks NRLW star Tiana Penitani is already one of the best backline players in the league, but when you learn what it has taken to get her there it becomes apparent just how inspirational she is.
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AFL icon Adam Goodes and Socceroos legend Craig Foster lash out at FIFA for failing Indigenous Australians at the Matildas' home Women's World Cup
26/07/23 02:05
Revered sporting figures like Adam Goodes and Craig Foster have accused FIFA of short-changing Indigenous Australians and using 'empty symbolism' at the Women's World Cup.
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Matildas prodigy Mary Fowler is ruled out of Nigeria clash with Sam Kerr still on the sideline - as fans accuse team bosses of being 'reckless' with training regime
26/07/23 01:17
In a huge blow for Australia, star Matildas prodigy Mary Fowler has been sensationally ruled out of the side's clash with Nigeria after sustaining an injury in training on Tuesday.
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Matildas great slams Seven commentator over controversial motherhood about Katrina Gorry during Women's World Cup: 'We need to stop talking about it'
25/07/23 06:53
One of the Matildas' greatest-ever players has slammed a commentator for controversially saying motherhood had not blunted star Aussie Katrina Gorry's 'competitive instincts'.
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Exclusive: Wallabies great Drew Mitchell has a problem with Eddie Jones' Rugby World Cup game plan - as he pinpoints the players Australia need most
25/07/23 03:24
Wallabies legend Drew Mitchell has pinpointed the two biggest unanswered questions for Australia ahead of the World Cup, as Eddie Jones maintains the side can still win the tournament.
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Shocking question at Women's World Cup press conference 'endangered players' after reporter asked Morocco captain whether there were any gay players playing for a country where homosexuality is illegal
24/07/23 05:37
A FIFA representative has shut down a shocking question at a Women's World Cup press conference that 'endangered' Moroccan players by asking whether or not any were gay.
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Cronulla Sharks golden boy Nicho Hynes punished by NRL officials after angry tirade at female touch judge and ugly tripping incident in the side's loss to Manly
24/07/23 03:43
Sharks star Nicho Hynes might just be the most popular player in the entire NRL - but he has divided fans after two ugly incidents marred his side's heartbreaking 30-26 loss to Manly.
Whingeing Piers Morgan branded as a hypocritical flog by Merv Hughes after claiming there has never been 'a less-deserved retention of the Ashes' in 'irrational rant' following draw at Old Trafford
24/07/23 01:27
Cricket icon Merv Hughes has labelled Piers Morgan a hypocritical 'flog' over the outspoken Englishman's 'irrational rant' after Australia retained the Ashes thanks to rain at Old Trafford.
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Indian women's cricket team slammed as 'disgusting' and 'shameful' after captain Harmanpreet Kaur smashed stumps with her bat in frustration- before calling umpiring 'pathetic' in fiery Bangladesh tie
23/07/23 07:07
The India captain was dismissed for 14 in the run chase, given out caught at slip as she attempted to sweep the ball. She clearly didn't agree with the decision as she smashed her stumps in frustration.
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Brisbane's rainbow lights linked to dig at Women's World Cup organisers during England's win over Haiti after New Zealand skipper's defiant protest: 'FIFA may have banned One Love but they can't ban gay lights'
23/07/23 04:57
When FIFA banned the One Love armband in support of gay rights at the Women's World Cup, it wasn't a popular decision. And fans have linked a Brisbane rainbow to a dig at the ultimatum.
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Matildas player ratings: See which Aussie stars excelled and who struggled in World Cup opener against Ireland
20/07/23 12:26
The Aussies were hit with a bombshell blow when it was announced just before kickoff that Sam Kerr - but her teammates well and truly stepped up. Here's how all the players rated according to Daily Mail.
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Women's World Cup - Australia 1-0 Republic of Ireland RECAP: Matildas overcome the loss of skipper Sam Kerr to injury as they win their opening match thanks to a Steph Catley penalty
20/07/23 08:03
The Matildas kick off their home Women's World Cup campaign with a win against the Republic of Ireland. Here's how Daily Mail Australia saw all the action unfolding.
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Women's World Cup betting guide: The best odds and favourites for punters to pick the winner, tournament's top scorer and more
20/07/23 07:51
The biggest Women's World Cup in history is set to be the most closely contested the female game has ever seen - meaning there is huge value to be found for keen punters.
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Your Matildas Women's World Cup squad guide: Every player covered from a Calvin Klein model to the star who landed a huge Royal Family honour - and a Real Madrid Galáctico
19/07/23 10:46
It's the opportunity of a lifetime for 23 players who will represent Australia at a home FIFA World Cup- but just who are they, and what makes them tick? Here's all you need to know about each star.
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The Women's World Cup's best fan site in Sydney - complete with a Matildas museum and the most unusual 'cheeseburger' in Australia
19/07/23 09:58
As millions of fans across Sydney prepare for the Matildas World Cup opener, celebrity chef Josh Niland's unique cheeseburger has ensured the massive fan site will be a next level experience.
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Get a sneak peek inside the nerve centre of the Women's World Cup as tournament prepares to break records
19/07/23 02:44
As hype builds ahead of the Women's World Cup, the enormous scale of what it takes to broadcast all 64 matches will leave football fans stunned - as will the amount expected to tune in.
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EXCLUSIVE: Below Deck Down Under's Aesha Scott dishes on the show's worst chefs, why she adores Captain Jason Chambers and the rocky start to her friendship with Hannah Ferrier
19/07/23 01:23
Below Deck Down Under chief stew Aesha Scott has revealed what she really thinks about Captain Jason Chambers - and how her friendship with Hannah Ferrier got off to a rocky start.
Meet the football stars who are set to compete against their girlfriends for Women's World Cup glory
18/07/23 09:27
As the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand draws closer, fans are looking to learn more about their favourite superstars than ever before - and that includes the power couples.
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Matilda Chloe Logarzo opens up on World Cup heartbreak as coach reveals how Sam Kerr can 'lead the team astray'
18/07/23 01:55
Matildas star Chloe Logarzo has opened up on crushing World Cup blow as she reveals she cried her way through warm-up win; as Sam Kerr's mentor reveals her initial worries about her leadership.
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State of Origin game three RECAP: NSW finally give their fans something to cheer about as they avoid clean sweep with 24-10 win thanks to Josh Addo-Carr's stunner and two tries to Bradman Best
12/07/23 08:50
NSW have taken out the last match of the 2023 series and proved it was anything but a dead rubber with a 14-point win over Queensland. Here's how it all unfolded according to Daily Mail Australia.
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Matildas star Katrina Gorry confesses her awkward response during girlfriend's dreamy proposal - and the hidden detail in her engagement ring: 'I said no!'
10/07/23 07:38
Matildas star Katrina Gorry has opened up about her awkward response to teammate Clara Markstedt's 'beautiful' proposal - and revealed the touching detail behind their engagement rings.
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ScoMo's greatest hit? New blow for Scott Morrison as his beloved Cronulla Sharks consider axing him as No.1 ticketholder over Robodebt disgrace
10/07/23 03:19
In the wake of the damning Robodebt findings, Scott Morrison has copped another blow, with his beloved Cronulla Sharks considering removing him as their No. 1 ticketholder.
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Cricket legend Wasim Akram says Aussie skipper Pat Cummins is doing a 'phenomenal job' - proving that 'bowlers can be better captains' for one crucial reason
09/07/23 07:24
One of cricket's greatest-ever bowlers has lauded the 'phenomenal' Pat Cummins, saying the Aussie skipper is proof that 'bowlers can be better captains' for one crucial reason.
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A furious Eddie Jones lashes out at 'smart arse' reporter after the Wallabies were humbled by understrength Springboks side - continuing horror 60-year run
09/07/23 02:52
Eddie Jones has lashed out at a 'smart arse' South African reporter after the Wallabies coach was left fuming after the side's dismal 43-12 drubbing against an understrength Springboks side.
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AFL legend Greg Williams reveals he can't even remember his wedding, the birth of his kids or winning the 1995 grand final as he battles devastating effects of concussions
06/07/23 03:36
AFL great Greg 'Diesel' Williams has made the heartbreaking revelations he can't remember his wedding, four kids being born or winning a grand final after his brutal 14-year footy career.
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AFL star Dale Thomas opens up about his nightclub drinking session with Ben Stokes just four days before the Ashes kicked off: 'He's dancing around with bottles of vodka'
06/07/23 12:59
Cult footy figure Dale Thomas has revealed he partied with Ben Stokes just four days before the Ashes, with the English skipper 'dancing around with bottles of vodka' in a nightclub.
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Aussie cricket star Steve Smith is blindfolded and asked to tell which of his old bats is which just by picking them up - and you'll never believe how many he gets right
05/07/23 06:34
Steve Smith's fastidious attention to detail with his bats has been highlighted with a stunning video ahead of the Aussie batter's 100th Test match in the third Ashes game starting Thursday.
Melbourne star Clayton Oliver is caught in a heated argument with a Demons trainer as he struggles to return from injury that has sidelined him for six weeks
05/07/23 05:12
A fired-up Clayton Oliver has been busted in a heated argument with a Demons medico on the training track as he struggles to return to the field after a hamstring injury and infected blister.
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Eddie Jones reveals the biggest change he's making to the Wallabies' game plan - and pinpoints the team's greatest strength as they gear up for the World Cup
05/07/23 04:21
Wallabies coach Eddie Jones has detailed how he is transforming the way the side plays ahead of the World Cup, taking subtle swipes at how the side has been run in recent years.
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Furious Collingwood fans could launch MCG protest over Jack Ginnivan's treatment by players and umpires - even though he's NOT even playing in the AFL
05/07/23 02:20
Collingwood fans are fuming over the treatment of controversial star Jack Ginnivan by both umpires and players - so much so they are set to protest outside the MCG this weekend.
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Piers Morgan drags Shane Warne into Ashes scandal as he says spin king would have called Bairstow dismissal 'pretty ordinary'
04/07/23 06:34
Piers Morgan has dragged Shane Warne into the Ashes stumping controversy, insisting the cricket icon would've called Alex Carey's stumping of Jonny Bairstow 'pretty ordinary'.
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Matildas stars are still in the dark about whether FIFA will allow Aussie Indigenous flags to be displayed at World Cup games as team sweats on huge decision
04/07/23 04:48
The Matildas are still in the dark awaiting a decision from FIFA on whether the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags can be displayed in stadiums during the Women's World Cup.
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Animal activists rejoice as Melbourne Cup is dealt a huge blow with major sponsor pulling the plug on world-famous event after 40 years
04/07/23 04:05
Joyful animal activists are lauding Myer's decision to cease their 40-year partnership with the Melbourne Cup's 'Fashions on the Field' competition, ending long association with racing.
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AFLW star Heather Anderson becomes first female professional athlete to ever be diagnosed with deadly concussion-related brain disease after her tragic death aged just 28
04/07/23 01:11
AFLW premiership hero Heather Anderson, 28, has become the first female professional athlete to be diagnosed with a deadly concussion-related brain disease after tragically taking her own life.
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EXCLUSIVE: The Matildas' first skipper recalls running high-stakes poker games to play for her country, reveals why ex-stars stole their shorts and names the one player the Aussies can't do without - and it's not Sam Kerr
03/07/23 07:28
As the Matildas announce their squad for the World Cup, the country's first-ever skipper has revealed they had to resort to gambling fundraisers and baking lamingtons to play for Australia.
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All the ins and outs as Matildas name their World Cup Squad - with coach taking a chance on injury-hit veterans for once-in-a-lifetime tournament
03/07/23 04:57
Veterans Emily Gielnik and Chloe Logarzo have heartbreakingly missed the cut for the Matildas World Cup squad, but one 'game-changer' has been picked despite not playing since October.
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Aussie star Oscar Piastri can't believe his eyes as stuntman crashes into the track at Austrian Grand Prix after his jet pack malfunctioned
03/07/23 01:50
Aussie F1 star Oscar Piastri has been left gobsmacked after a stuntman wearing a jetpack crashed while doing a lap around the track ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix.
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A 'shattered' Nathan Lyon slams Kevin Pietersen for claiming he only went out to bat to get hit in the head - reminding him close mate Phillip Hughes tragically died after copping a bouncer
02/07/23 01:30
After Nathan Lyon bravely hobbled out to help eek out 15 runs for Australia despite a serious calf injury, English cricket great Kevin Pietersen suggested he only did so to get hit in the head.
Moment AFL umpire who was sacked after being arrested in Brownlow betting probe is headbutted and left bloodied in footy brawl after players hit him with six-word taunt
29/06/23 07:47
Controversial ex-AFL umpire Michael Pell, who was embroiled in last year's Brownlow betting scandal, was left with blood streaming down his face after being headbutted in wild brawl.
Go inside the ultra-luxurious $30million home Rugby Australia boss Hamish McLennan just bought in Australia's most exclusive suburb
29/06/23 04:50
Outspoken Rugby Australia boss Hamish McLennan, who recently admitted the sport had become 'entitled', has bought a stunning $30million home in an exclusive Sydney suburb.
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Gold medal-winning Aussie Olympian lifts the lid on her 12-year drug test hell as she details the insane level of surveillance athletes go through
29/06/23 02:51
Gold medal-winning Aussie Olympian Jessica Fox has revealed the insane level of surveillance elite athletes have to go through in order to comply with drug testing requirements.
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Michael Clarke slams Ian Botham and Ian Chappell as egomaniacs after bitter cricket legends held nothing back in hateful exchange on TV
28/06/23 07:14
The bitter rivalry between legends Ian Chappell and Ian Botham is one of the most toxic feuds in the history of cricket - and Michael Clarke has slammed their out-of-control 'egos'.
Aussie surfing competition boss kicks off war of the sexes by saying 'the girls are not particularly good'
28/06/23 04:31
A war of words between sexes has turned ugly, with the boss of an Aussie surf competition defending a decision not to have a female division by saying 'girls are not particularly good'.
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Lifestyles of the rich and famous! From a $5million mansion to a $140,000 car and even owning a brewery - here's how the NRL's 10 highest-paid players spend their huge salaries
28/06/23 01:31
There's a $5million mansion in an exclusive Sydney suburb, luxury cars worth well in excess of $140,000 and brewery ownership: so how do the NRL's 10 highest-paid players live?
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Shot put star goes viral for 'adorable' attempt at 100m hurdles at the European Championships - with fans losing it over the heartwarming reason why she stepped up outside her pet event
25/06/23 06:52
Athletics star Jolien Boumkwo went viral for a very heartwarming reason after finishing last by a huge 19 seconds in the 100m hurdles at the European Championships.
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Racing world in mourning after champion Group 1-winning jockey dies aged just 58: 'One of the greatest on and off the track… lived life to the fullest'
25/06/23 04:11
The racing world is in mourning after popular Group 1-winning jockey Peter Mertens died aged just 58 after a long battle with cancer. He rode more than 2100 winners, including seven Group 1s.
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Maroons legends detail how '42 minutes of mayhem' from Queensland star Lindsay Collins earned him unlikely man of the match award thanks to touching family connection
22/06/23 07:03
All Maroons firebrand Lindsay Collins needed to win a man of the match award was '42 minutes of mayhem' in Queensland stunning victory over NSW, such was his dominance.
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Why any 'woke crap' move to ban the bomber from Essendon's logo is doomed to fail - as fans slam club and history shows how stupid change would be
22/06/23 05:04
As Essendon considers dropping the iconic bomber warplane from its logo over sensitivity concerns, legends are slamming their club over a controversial move that may be doomed to fail.
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Queensland vs NSW - State of Origin Game 2 RECAP: Maroons retain title after blowing Blues away with sensational performance that leaves Brad Fittler on the brink
21/06/23 08:50
Queensland are the 2023 State of Origin champions after a stunning performance to smash a hapless Blues outfit by 26 points in front of a raucous home crowd at Suncorp Stadium.
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Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii breaks his long silence after defecting to rugby union - and refuses to rule out returning to the Roosters: 'Obviously money plays a part'
21/06/23 07:36
NRL prodigy Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has opened up for the first time since his high-profile defection to rugby union - saying the 15-man code has 'always been in his heart'.
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EXCLUSIVE: Michelle Payne reveals why Royal Ascot is as special as winning the Melbourne Cup after rubbing shoulders with royalty - and has a hot tip on the surprise Aussie horse she thinks can shake things up at the famous carnival
20/06/23 10:21
She's won a Melbourne Cup, been the subject of a movie and ridden over 750 winners, but Michelle Payne's new career highlight might just be joining the broadcast team for Royal Ascot.
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Everything you need to know ahead of State of Origin kickoff: Which ref you'll be yelling at, latest team ins and outs, the latest odds - and much more
20/06/23 05:46
A blockbuster game two is set for Wednesday night at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, with Queensland looking to go back-to-back when they host Brad Fittler's under-fire NSW outfit.
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See the moment Ricky Ponting brutally shuts down old Ashes rival Kevin Pietersen as he sings Joe Root's praises after a wild day four at the Edgbaston Test
20/06/23 03:13
Ricky Ponting needed just seven words to brutally shut down his Ashes rival Kevin Pietersen after some over-the-top praise of English batter Joe Root during day four of the first Test.
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EXCLUSIVE: Aussie soccer star Mary Fowler reveals how playing for football giants Man City has made her a better Matilda - and what she'll be thinking of when she in World Cup opener
19/06/23 07:22
Matildas prodigy Mary Fowler revealed why her move to football giants Manchester City has her primed to shine on the grandest stage of all in next month's World Cup in Australia.
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Daniel Ricciardo's new career move into F1 commentary gets black-flagged by fans: 'This is unwatchable'
19/06/23 04:12
Daniel Ricciardo has copped a pasting on social media after making his F1 commentary debut alongside TV star Will Arnett at the Canadian Grand Prix.
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Furious Sydneysiders slam FIFA's 'bureaucracy gone mad' after governing body tried to stop fans from watching the Women's World Cup at live sites in a clear case of double standards
19/06/23 03:29
A prominent Sydney mayor has urged councils to ignore FIFA's 'bureaucracy gone mad' that is making creating live sites for next month's Women's World Cup increasingly difficult.
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Aussie pool legend Susie O'Neill reveals why she got caught in a half-naked intimate moment with fellow swim star before a race: 'I had my two butt cheeks hanging out'
19/06/23 03:23
The Olympic gold medal winner known as 'Madame Butterfly' turned in a stunning swim last Saturday - but first she had to get through 15 minutes of half-naked embarrassment.
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Matildas announce squad for the Women's World Cup - with several rising stars named to challenge for spots as coach says team is primed for 'tournament of a lifetime'
19/06/23 12:39
The Matildas have announced their provisional 29-player squad for next month's Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, with Sam Kerr captaining a bumper side.
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How Stuart Broad became David Warner's long-running nightmare... as brutal swipe from English legend Mike Atherton proves just how far the Aussie has fallen
18/06/23 05:50
Death, taxes and David Warner being dismissed by Stuart Broad in an Ashes Test - it's becoming an all too familiar tale for the struggling Aussie veteran as calls intensifying for his axing.
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How Aussie pool queen Susie O'Neill broke another world record in her first race since the Sydney Olympics as part of her 'birthday celebrations' despite 'just swimming for a bit of fun!'
18/06/23 01:04
It's been 23 years since the Sydney Olympics and pool queen Susie O'Neill hasn't skipped a beat, with the Aussie legend breaking a world record in the 50m butterfly without even realising it.
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EXCLUSIVE: Matildas star Mary Fowler reveals the heartbreaking three-year sacrifice she made to reach the pinnacle of football: 'I watched my siblings grow up on video calls'
15/06/23 06:26
Matildas star Mary Fowler has revealed the heartbreaking sacrifices she has had to make in order to become one of the hottest properties in world football ahead of the Women's World Cup.
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Two of footballs biggest names demand AFL boss Gillon McLachlan quit NOW as game is left leaderless mid-season as he lives it up at star-studded Paris wedding
15/06/23 02:35
Footy greats have slammed Gillon McLachlan, saying the outgoing AFL CEO 'has got to go' after he jetted off to Europe in the middle of the season to attend a lavish wedding in France.
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Red Bull confirm Sebastian Vettel will drive title-winning F1 car he nicknamed 'Kinky Kylie' when he and Daniel Ricciardo hit one of the world's most famous tracks
15/06/23 01:44
Racing legend Sebastian Vettel is set to return to the F1 track, with he and fellow Red Bull alum Daniel Ricciardo to do demonstration laps at the iconic Nordschleife track in Germany.
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Usman Khawaja uses a simple photo to slam politician who unleashed on Aussie cricket stars for cancelling their champagne celebrations 'because one of the team is a Muslim'
14/06/23 04:50
Muslim Aussie cricket star Usman Khawaja has brutally shut down criticism from a UK politician who slammed the World Test Champions for cancelling champagne celebrations.
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How the pandemic showed Matildas star Mackenzie Arnold that she had been fooling herself about a serious health problem
14/06/23 02:34
Matildas star Mackenzie Arnold has opened up on her serious health issue - with the gun goalkeeper revealing it was the Covid pandemic that forced her to confront the problem that changed her life.
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Pool queen Ariarne Titmus finds a very creative use for a household item every Aussie knows to help her book spot at the World Championships - and hints at retirement
14/06/23 12:22
Aussie pool queen Ariarne Titmus has found a novel way to boost her performance in the pool with a simple household item at the National titles - as she hints at retirement plans.
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Katrina Gorry partner: Matildas star confirms engagement to fellow footballer with a sweet post: 'The best love stories never end'
13/06/23 07:07
Matildas star Katrina Gorry has announced her engagement to fellow footballer Clara Markstedt with a sweet post just weeks out from a historic home World Cup for Australia.
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Nick Kyrgios set to make his return to tennis this week following seven-month injury lay-off… after joking he coached Novak Djokovic to his historic French Open win
13/06/23 03:46
Nick Kyrgios is finally returning to tennis after a long injury layoff, with the Aussie star lining up in the Stuttgart Open on Wednesday morning as he prepares for another Wimbledon tilt.
Big Freeze RECAP: Melbourne shrug off kicking woes and hold off Collingwood's comeback to win thriller by four points in front of record crowd at the MCG
12/06/23 03:49
Melbourne held off another spirited Collingwood's comeback to win the King Birthday's clash by four points at the MCG in a public holiday thriller on Monday
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