hi The footy rolls on, and the fan inside us all should enjoy it while it lasts By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 06:17:11 +1100 The world is shutting down but the AFL and NRL are among the very small handful of sports carrying on. The risks are real, writes David Mark, but their presence should be treasured for now. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 NRL Rugby League Australian Football League Sport
hi Triathlons transformed this domestic violence survivor's life By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 10:16:14 +1100 When Belinda Willshire's partner brought a gun into her home and threatened her sons' lives, she knew something needed to change. Now, the mother-of-four has turn her life around with the help of triathlons. Full Article Sport Other Sports Triathlon Domestic Violence Community and Society Social Media Marathon Athletics Suicide Mental Health Women
hi Melbourne City captures W-League championship with grand final win over Sydney FC By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 17:30:28 +1100 The undefeated Melbourne City missed its supporters in the grandstand as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, but the W-League giant is celebrating another championship after beating Sydney FC 1-0 in the season decider. Full Article Soccer Sport
hi Farnan claims Golden Slipper triumph as spectators are locked out of Rosehill By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 19:27:53 +1100 Hugh Bowman rides Farnan to victory in the prestigious Golden Slipper, as racegoers are barred from Rosehill Gardens in Sydney's west because of biosecurity protocols surrounding the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article Sport Horse Racing COVID-19
hi Dockers confirm AFLW premiership favouritism with massive win over Suns By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 21:20:25 +1100 Fremantle shows why it is tipped to win its first AFLW flag with a 70-point thrashing of Gold Coast, as the Kangaroos and Demons also progress to the preliminary finals. Full Article Sport Australian Football League
hi IOC to decide on possible Tokyo Olympics postponement within four weeks By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 11:19:37 +1100 Under mounting pressure from athletes, federations and national committees, the IOC announces it is considering postponing the Olympics but says cancellation is "not on the agenda". Full Article Olympics (Summer) Olympic Games Organising Committee Sport Health Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Respiratory Diseases
hi Steve Smith leadership ban ends quietly amid coronavirus limbo By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 29 Mar 2020 15:57:59 +1100 Steve Smith is now free to captain Australia again if called upon, with the leadership ban arising from the ball-tampering scandal expiring quietly over the weekend. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 Cricket Sport
hi Rugby Australia CEO takes 50 per cent pay cut as coronavirus hits game's finances By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 15:57:31 +1100 Raelene Castle agrees to have her salary cut in half, as rugby union's governing body in Australia braces itself for the financial impact of coronavirus. Full Article Rugby Union Super Rugby COVID-19 Sport
hi AFL secures financial lifeline from banks as coronavirus impact hits home By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 18:03:43 +1100 In what it describes as a "relief", the AFL receives a line of credit with two major banks that will help the league continue operating during the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article Sport Australian Football League COVID-19
hi IOC chief admits 'huge challenge' as new Tokyo Olympics dates named By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 10:17:12 +1100 The IOC and Olympics organisers have reset the clock on the Tokyo games for a year-long delay from the intended opening — but they warn there is no blueprint for getting to the new start line. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 Sport Olympics (Summer)
hi AFL boss confirms membership refunds after McGuire and Jones on-air clash By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 11:48:37 +1100 AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan confirms club members can get their money back if they face financial hardship, but implores those who can afford it to stick with their clubs through the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article Sport COVID-19 Australian Football League
hi Rugby Australia is in serious trouble, with former Wallabies captains questioning current leadership By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 05 Apr 2020 10:13:35 +1000 Up to 15 former Wallabies captains unite to raise questions about the leadership of the current administration, with some predicting new management within a fortnight. Full Article COVID-19 Respiratory Diseases Infectious Diseases (Other) Sport Rugby Union
hi Roger Federer gives social media tennis lesson while self-isolating during coronavirus pandemic By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 17:20:37 +1000 Professional tennis is on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, but that does not stop 20-time major singles champion Roger Federer reaching out to his legion of fans with a bit of friendly advice on how to improve their game while stuck at home. Full Article Tennis COVID-19 Sport
hi Off the charts: Online gaming hitting huge numbers during pandemic By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 15:11:35 +1000 With stay-at-home restrictions in place across Australia, online gaming is set to take a big step towards mainstream adoption. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 Games Industry Professional Gaming Games Sport
hi Community sporting clubs will feel the pinch as coronavirus hits grassroots levels By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 05:19:01 +1000 As professional sporting bodies such as the AFL and NRL sweat on the financial cost of coronavirus, the impact on suburban and regional clubs at the amateur level should not be ignored, writes Richard Hinds. Full Article Sport NRL Australian Football League COVID-19 Soccer Cricket
hi Tributes flow for former Richmond premiership player Michael Bowden By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 13:46:47 +1000 Former Richmond Tigers premiership player Michael Bowden is remembered as a fierce footballer, inspiring educator and compassionate family man after his death from motor neurone disease at the age of 73. Full Article Sport Community and Society Australian Football League
hi Georgie did laps on her rowing machine. She inadvertently broke a world record By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 13:08:17 +1000 When Georgie Rowe hopped on her indoor rowing machine, she had no intention of breaking a world record. But she has just overtaken an Olympic gold medallist. Full Article Sport Rowing Olympics (Summer)
hi Western Bulldog Lachie Hunter fined for breaching coronavirus restrictions over drink-driving incident By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 08:43:23 +1000 The AFL club says it is investigating after its vice-captain allegedly crashed into parked cars while driving drunk in Melbourne's south overnight. Full Article Sport Australian Football League Law Crime and Justice Crime Police Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Health
hi NRL chief executive Todd Greenberg steps down By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 16:41:10 +1000 Todd Greenberg resigns with immediate effect after four years leading the NRL, in a decision the sporting body says was mutually agreed. Full Article Sport Rugby League NRL COVID-19
hi Are car rallies possible in the age of social distancing? Targa Australia thinks so By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 06:00:00 +1000 There might be no crowds at the start and finish lines, and drivers would get Zoom briefings, but Targa Australia says it hopes to still deliver its Far North Queensland tarmac rally in September if some restrictions are lifted. Full Article COVID-19 Motor Sports Business Economics and Finance Tourism Travel and Tourism Events Sport
hi Western Bulldogs player Lachie Hunter suspended over alleged drink-driving crash By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:56:49 +1000 Lachie Hunter is suspended for four games, gives up his vice-captaincy of the Western Bulldogs and is fined by the club over a drink-driving incident that saw four parked cars damaged in Melbourne last week. Full Article Sport Australian Football League Law Crime and Justice Crime Police Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Health
hi Jordan told us we'll think he's a 'horrible guy' in his new documentary, but Scottie Pippen's come off worse so far By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:50:47 +1000 After a concerted effort from #NBATwitter to bump up the release date of the Michael Jordan documentary The Last Dance, the first two episodes hit Netflix ahead of time on Monday night and we're already hooked. Full Article Basketball Sport Television Arts and Entertainment
hi NFL draft broadcast set to be technological high-wire act during COVID-19 lockdown By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 10:49:41 +1000 It's usually a glamorous event in front of a packed arena, but this year's NFL draft will be broadcast from nearly 200 locations to sports-starved fans. Full Article Sports Organisations Television Broadcasting American Football Sport
hi Raelene Castle announces she will step down as Rugby Australia chief executive By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:36:27 +1000 Raelene Castle says "the sport is bigger than any one individual", resigning after the Rugby Australia board told her it wanted "clear air" without her as chief executive. Full Article Rugby Union Sport Super Rugby Business Economics and Finance Corporate Governance
hi Coronavirus upended the AFL and NRL coaching world, leaving many facing uncertain futures By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 05:11:51 +1000 Assistant coaches are among those doing it tough in Australia's football codes during the coronavirus shutdown, as they learn to adapt to a challenging environment, writes Richard Hinds. Full Article Sport Australian Football League COVID-19 NRL
hi Scott Morrison says we're now in the third phase of the coronavirus pandemic By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 17:49:06 +1000 While the latest coronavirus update from the Prime Minister and Chief Medical Officer looked promising for ways we can start to shift back to normal life, they say it's still too early to start lifting baseline restrictions. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Lifestyle and Leisure Scott Morrison Sport Education Work Community and Society
hi NRL set for May 28 restart after reaching agreement with broadcasters By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 18:53:27 +1000 NRL television broadcasters Channel Nine and Foxtel agree to recognise May 28 as the competition recommencement date following extensive meetings, according to chairman Peter V'landys. Full Article Sport Rugby League NRL COVID-19
hi 'None of them are going to starve': Dominic Thiem doesn't want to fund struggling tennis players By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:59:58 +1000 The men's world number three has earned more than $37 million during his career, but he says he is not willing to contribute money to a planned relief program to help tennis professionals doing it tough during the coronavirus shutdown. Full Article Tennis COVID-19 Sport
hi Dennis Rodman explodes onto scene as Jordan gets first chip in Netflix documentary series By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 07:53:29 +1000 The latest instalment of The Last Dance shows us the Michael Jordan we know and love, as well as some outlandish antics from Dennis Rodman, including a team-sanctioned mid-season trip to Las Vegas. Full Article Basketball Sport
hi AFL to decide location of quarantine hubs this week By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 14:57:41 +1000 The AFL has a comeback date in mind, but unlike the NRL, it's waiting for government and broadcaster sign-off before going public. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 Sport Australian Football League
hi An AFL premiership won't define Dangerfield, but he is still desperate to win a flag By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:52:13 +1000 He has claimed almost every individual honour there is in the AFL, but the highest goal continues to drive the Geelong star even during this uncertain 2020 season — a maiden premiership victory. Full Article Australian Football League Sport COVID-19
hi Novak Djokovic and Dominic Thiem can disagree, as some tennis pros struggle on the breadline By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 06:58:48 +1000 As tennis stars disagree over a proposed fighting fund for players during the coronavirus shutdown, it remains clear most lower-ranked professionals struggle to make ends meet plying their trade. Full Article Tennis COVID-19 Sport
hi This is what the return of Australian sport might look like By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 12:02:53 +1000 The NRL has declared its intention to come back in four weeks, but the Government wants you to beat them onto the park, court, even bowling green. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Sport Community and Society Sport - Leisure
hi Suspension and criminal charges for officer allegedly behind 'appalling' leaked photos of man in custody By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 00:19:51 +1000 Victoria Police suspends an officer over an "unlawful and criminal" privacy breach after images were released of former North Melbourne coach Dean Laidley in custody inside a police station. Full Article Sport Australian Football League Law Crime and Justice Crime Police
hi The Last Dance dives into the sketchier side of Michael Jordan's legacy By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 16:48:33 +1000 Michael Jordan is remembered as the greatest basketball player ever, but memories of his time in the sun often don't extend beyond the hardwood and when they do, it's not always pretty. Full Article Basketball Television Sport
hi Country sporting clubs facing 'catastrophic' consequences due to coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 08:23:00 +1000 Community sporting clubs, particularly in country towns, are facing "catastrophic" consequences because of coronavirus, Australia's leading sports fundraiser warns. Full Article Government and Politics Sports Organisations Sport Health Diseases and Disorders COVID-19
hi This is what happens when a huge event goes ahead, but no one is invited By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 07:17:11 +1000 It is one of south-west Victoria's biggest money-spinning events, attracting thousands of partying racegoers — but the local economy came in last when this year's May Racing Carnival ran with no spectators. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Horse Racing Sport Regional
hi If the NRL returns this month, it may prove to be the self-esteem boost the game needs By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 06:04:07 +1000 A successful season relaunch on May 28 has the potential to give the NRL a desperately needed leg-up on the fierce battlegrounds of Australia's football codes, where it is often overshadowed by the AFL, writes Richard Hinds. Full Article Sport Rugby League NRL COVID-19
hi With Met Gala postponed, James Corden finds high fashion on furry friends By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 12:54:13 -0400 The coronavirus crisis upended the star-studded Met Gala, so late-night TV host James Corden put on the Pet Gala. Yes, it was as cute as it sounds. Full Article
hi Commentary: U.S. should build a memorial 'plague column' for COVID-19, but where? Hint: Trump By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 15:58:04 -0400 Sculptures commemorating plagues were common in Europe. Our art critic suggests America could build its own, and Trump provides inspiration for where. Full Article
hi We're choosing the ultimate summer movie. This week 'Bridesmaids' and 15 more compete By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 16:02:38 -0400 "Short Circuit," "Twister" and "Crimson Tide" are also in the running for this week's crown in the #UltimateSummerMovie Showdown. Full Article
hi Disney theme parks take a $1-billion hit amid coronavirus closures By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 17:02:33 -0400 Walt Disney Co. reported earnings for the first time since its U.S. parks closed amid the coronavirus crisis. Full Article
hi Rapman's 'Blue Story' battles #BAFTAsoWhite and coronavirus on the way to the screen By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 20:05:11 -0400 "Blue Story," the feature filmmaking debut from Rapman, faced many obstacles on its way to reaching U.S. screens and being a U.S. hit. Full Article
hi Meghan Markle reads baby Archie a story on his first birthday in adorable video By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 11:32:20 -0400 Prince Harry shot the sweet video of Meghan Markle reading a book to their son, Archie, for #SaveWithStories, a coronavirus-relief initiative. Full Article
hi Review: The moving drama 'Driveways' features a superb Brian Dennehy in one of his last roles By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 15:27:23 -0400 Andrew Ahn's lovely second feature "Driveways" also stars Hong Chau and Lucas Jaye. Full Article
hi Review: In a fierce novel about Appalachia, the handlers are worse than the snakes By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 11:00:16 -0400 Amy Jo Burns' novel, "Shiner," illuminates an Appalachia whose men "pray for God to show Himself while our wives wash their husbands' underpants." Full Article
hi Video: L.A. Phil musicians give porch recitals for their Pasadena neighbors By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 12:18:48 -0400 L.A. Phil players Jonathan and Cathy Karoly find a new way to share music. "It's a privilege to get to play for people who want to listen," Cathy says. Full Article
hi 'The show must go on': 'This Is Us' star Milo Ventimiglia plots his return to work By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 12:50:50 -0400 Milo Ventimiglia, who plays beloved dad Jack Pearson on the NBC drama "This Is Us," discusses life and work in — and after — the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
hi Back in 2012, Marvel and 'The Avengers' were no sure thing By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 14:27:23 -0400 When the "The Avengers" was released eight years ago, there was no guarantee it would be the huge hit it became and boost the Marvel franchise's fortunes. Full Article
hi ABC will air some of your favorite Disney movies this summer By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 14:53:03 -0400 ABC's "The Wonderful World of Disney" summer movie programming includes "Moana," "Thor: The Dark World," "Up" and "Big Hero 6." Full Article