Sport

Two of Australian rugby league’s most influential figures believe WA has a future in the National Rugby League.

A stellar final leg from Ariarne Titmus ensured Australia set a new Olympic record in the women’s 4x200m freestyle relay on Friday morning at a buzzing Paris La Defense Arena.

Olympic coach Ritchie Smith says the tough talk that drives elite golfers’ performance starts with being open about vulnerabilities.

The golf industry is considering a range of non-traditional strategies to help ensure the game’s future.

Australia’s bid to reach the women’s soccer quarter finals at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games is over, following Canada’s gritty 1-0 win over Colombia in Nice on Thursday morning.

An outpouring of raw emotion – both happiness and sadness – prevailed across several venues at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games on Wednesday morning.

Former Essex County Cricket Club boss John Stephenson has been appointed as WA Cricket’s new chief executive.

Australia’s Mollie O’Callaghan stormed home to claim gold in the women’s 200m freestyle final ahead of teammate Ariarne Titmus on Tuesday morning at the Paris La Defense Arena.

Australia’s hopes of reaching the women’s soccer quarter finals at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games remain alive, following Monday morning’s stunning 6-5 win over a devastated Zambia at the Allianz Riviera in Nice.

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games has been officially opened – with driving rain failing to dampen spirits nor the flame.

West Coast Eagles chief executive Don Pyke has provided a unique insight into a range of key leadership traits, along with providing a brief overview of initial experiences in his new role.

Between July 26 and Monday August 11, Business News will regularly provide extensive online coverage of major events at the Olympic Games for our loyal readership.

Australia's quest for a medal in rugby sevens is well and truly alive, while the Matildas were defeated 3-0 by an efficient Germany in their Group B women's soccer opener.

A strong bond between two proud sport and fitness organisations in the western suburbs now has an added layer of polish.

The state government’s push to increase women’s senior soccer participation following last year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup has continued.

Former Eagles player Brad Sheppard has sued the AFL, the club, and two doctors for the injuries he suffered during his career that was cut short after ongoing medical issues.

Tech entrepreneur Mark Arena has signed a $40 million deal to purchase the Perth Wildcats from Craig Hutchison’s ASX-listed Sports Entertainment Group.

With a desire to condense its far-reaching venue web, the Perth Basketball Association has launched an e-petition in order to garner support for a proposed 12-court indoor stadium in Kensington.

Three key themes – time, people and respect – flowed throughout Tuesday lunchtime’s West Coast Eagles press conference at Mineral Resources Park.

Retired jockey Damien Oliver has sued his former business manager Neil Pinner, alleging he had stolen millions of dollars through the years of their relationship.

WA’s push for a National Rugby League licence has taken another twist, with the Newtown Jets pulling their bid overnight.

WA Cricket’s new permanent chief executive officer is likely to be announced within the next month or so, according to Western Australian Cricket Association chair, Avril Fahey.

Western Australia’s bid consortium needs to raise $30 million to support its push towards a National Rugby League licence, bid chair Peter Cumins says.

Revo Fitness has announced it will open four new Western Australian gyms before the end of the year in Butler, Mandurah, Rockingham and Wanneroo.

Western Australia’s bid for a seat at the National Rugby League table appears to be gaining momentum, following Wednesday’s Australian Rugby League Commission meeting.

The Perth Wildcats will play 11 Friday night games at RAC Arena throughout the 2024-25 National Basketball League regular season.

Tradition and history are strong motivators driving the state’s WAFL clubs, which are exploring new revenue streams and shoring up supporter engagement.

Experienced Western Australian football administrator Troy Kirkham has been appointed as chief executive of SportWest, effective from late July.

Former Australian Football League chief executive Gillon McLachlan has been appointed managing director and CEO of Tabcorp, effective from August 5.

Some of the world's best female soccer players will head to Western Australia in late August for the inaugural Perth International Football Cup.

Christian Hauff and Jodi Millhahn have been announced as new owners of the Perth Lynx, which participate in the Women’s National Basketball League.

The federal government’s investment into international women’s sport has continued, following Thursday’s $15 million funding commitment for the 2026 AFC Women’s Asia Cup.