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More ‘Scary Schmidt’ than ‘Sleepy Joe’: Ireland tales that show the new Wallabies coach could be a polarising figure

Joe Schmidt’s appointment as Wallaby coach has been widely acclaimed. Here is a coach who is world class offering to take on the poisoned Wallaby chalice. Lucky, right? The consensus seems to be ‘right man, right place, right time’. But having spent a considerable time… Read More »More ‘Scary Schmidt’ than ‘Sleepy Joe’: Ireland tales that show the new Wallabies coach could be a polarising figure

Don’t count ’em out just yet: Geelong silence doubters with a strong start to the season

In the unpredictable world of Australian Rules Football, the Geelong Cats have swiftly dispelled any doubts cast upon them with a commanding start to their 2024 campaign. Emerging victorious in their opening two fixtures, the Cats have not only showcased their prowess on the field… Read More »Don’t count ’em out just yet: Geelong silence doubters with a strong start to the season

Supercars Melbourne SuperSprint talking points: Clinical Red Bulls, Fords implode and short races praised

Almost a month had passed since the season-opening Bathurst 500 for the 2024 Supercars championship, as the appetite for racing became ravishing ahead of the Australian Grand Prix support round in Melbourne. With shortened sprint races due to being relegated out of the pit lane… Read More »Supercars Melbourne SuperSprint talking points: Clinical Red Bulls, Fords implode and short races praised

‘Like you’re in Monza’: Ferraris take over Lygon Street as Melbourne Tifosi celebrates 20-year first after 1-2 finish

As Carlos Sainz crossed the finish line on Sunday to win the Australian Grand Prix from teammate Charles Leclerc, the sea of red at Albert Park erupted in jubilation after a 20-year-long wait was finally ended. For the first time since 2004, Ferrari finished 1-2… Read More »‘Like you’re in Monza’: Ferraris take over Lygon Street as Melbourne Tifosi celebrates 20-year first after 1-2 finish

The NRL’s 300-game club is hard to get into, but those who have made it definitely deserve the accolades

Jared Waerea-Hargreaves – who of course is everybody’s second favourite player – has just become the latest to reach the 300-game milestone in rugby league in Australia. That’s no mean feat considering his judiciary history. Playing even just one NRL game is an achievement most… Read More »The NRL’s 300-game club is hard to get into, but those who have made it definitely deserve the accolades