‘That is why I don’t sleep most nights’: Ambition, the EPL and the paradox of Wrexham AFC The Premier League awaits. But how can a club built on authenticity, accessibility and community reach the game’s most elite and corporatised level without sacrificing its soul?

The Premier League awaits Wrexham. One more promotion to go. But how can a club built on authenticity, accessibility and community reach the game’s most elite and corporatised level without sacrificing its soul?

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Labor is projected to win the election. Peter Dutton and the Coalition cannot form government. shorturl.at/nWl1W

Put a line through them ladies and gentlemen. The Roosters’ season is over after just 70 minutes.

No team has ever recovered to win the premiership after conceding 50 points in a game. #NRLRoostersBroncos

I was a London judge. Sam Kerr’s case should never have gone to trial The trial of Sam Kerr will shortly end, but whether the verdict is “guilty” or “not guilty”, questions must be asked about whether it should have taken place at all.

Geoffrey Robertson: I was a London judge. Sam Kerr’s case should never have gone to trial.

Always hesitant to post stuff like this bc I work for the NYT & it sounds self-interested. So I will just add: It doesn't need to be my newspaper! Pay for a local newspaper, a newsletter, a nonprofit outlet, a magazine--but support *something* you value if you expect to keep it around

Australia seemingly cruising here. But one of those cruises that have occasional outbreaks of food poisoning or an escaped monkey biting the passengers. #Ashes 🏏

Michael Bevan hits FOUR off last ball to save Australia - 1996 | Wide World of Sports YouTube video by Wide World of Sports

Oh, and happy Michael Bevan Day to all who celebrate. 🏏

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Me when there's a rain delay in the city I live: Well, that's unfortunate. Nothing you can do about it though. Hope the farmers are getting the rain, poor buggers

Me when there's a rain delay anywhere else: This is a moral failing of this city of heathens, God punishes us all for their wickedness

Dutton says his nuclear plan is cheaper than renewables. Is he right? Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has finally released the costings of his nuclear energy plan, declaring his vision for the energy system was 44 per cent cheaper than the government’s. We fact-check his...

This article in the @SMH blows the nuclear nonsense apart.

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One more push for this, big thanks to everyone who has read the words in bold so far.

This Sydney plumber saved an English soccer club. Now the fans want his head Australian businessman Clem Morfuni is under siege at Swindon Town, the club he took over in 2021.

Three years ago, Aussie businessman Clem Morfuni was being hailed as the saviour of Swindon Town.

Now they're rock-bottom of the EFL, in the midst of their biggest crisis in recent memory, and the fans want him gone. Immediately if not sooner.

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‘Cowardly’: Wanderers coach lashes out at Juan Mata’s agent after another derby defeat Wanderers coach Alen Stajcic has launched an extraordinary attack on the agent of marquee recruit Juan Mata amid continued questioning over his use of the Spanish veteran.

‘Cowardly’: Wanderers coach lashes out at Juan Mata’s agent after another derby defeat www.smh.com.au/sport/soccer...

Athers is here ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Live Test cricket updates: Australia v India in Perth The most anticipated Test series on Australian soil in years is finally upon us, as Australia takes on under-siege India at Optus Stadium. Follow all the action live.

Hallelujah, Test cricket is back.

Whether you're watching it or not, follow it live with the best blogger in the business Dan Walsh, with help from Tom Decent and Dan Brettig in Perth.

‘Worst possible scenario’: Channel Seven forced into commentary shake-up before first Test Ricky Ponting and Justin Langer are prioritising their IPL commitments, while Australia will have to do without bowling coach Daniel Vettori.

If India really cared about #Test #cricket would they have scheduled the IPL auction during the first Test of this workd heavyweight battle? #BGT
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Tough run for Rabbitohs, Roosters – but which team struck it rich in 2025 draw? Arch rivals the Rabbitohs and Roosters have been handed two of the toughest draws in the NRL next season, according to analysis of the 2025 draw.

It's draw day so here's how we rank each NRL club's schedule for 2025, based on last season's results plus premiership odds for next year.

#BREAKING: The Sydney train network will shut down from Thursday to Sunday.

Negotiations between the government and the RBTU are in a deadlock.

“This will cause major disruption to the millions of people who rely on the Sydney Trains network,” Jo Haylen says.

This is fantastic

Here's a starter pack of Australian journalists

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I've set up a Rugby League/NRL starter pack. Apologies if I've missed anyone, @ or DM me and I'll add some more

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As we make this place what we want it to be/what it can be....FOR THE LOVE OF GOD CLICK LINKS, READ STORIES, PAY FOR JOURNALISM

Six-again rule has changed the balance of power in the NRL for the top teams Once among the closest sporting competitions in the world, the NRL is now dominated by an elite few clubs.

One for the rugby league junkies - I wrote a thing about the how the six-again rule has helped widen the gap between the top teams and the rest in the NRL since 2020. www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/si...