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Chad Warner has become one of the game’s highest paid players.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumREVEALED: New Sydney deal puts Chad Warner on AFL rich list

Chad Warner has officially become one of the top paid players in the AFL after he signed a lucrative deal to stay at Sydney for a further two seasons.

Mitchell Woodcock

Coach Simon Cron is ready for a grueling New Zealand back-to-back.

Rugby unionPremiumBack-to-back battles sit well with the Force

Western Force coach Simon Cron says their grueling, war of attrition against the Hurricanes last week has them well-prepared them for an expected similarly-bruising encounter against the Chiefs on Friday.

Ben Smith

Canberra's Jamal Fogarty is believed to be close to signing a big three-year deal with Manly. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby LeagueStuart concedes Canberra can't match Fogarty offer

Coach Ricky Stuart says if Manly's reported deal for Jamal Fogarty is real, than the star halfback should take it with Canberra unable to match the offer.

Melissa Woods

Western Bulldogs veteran Liam Jones has been dropped for the match against the Giants. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLPremiumDogs axe veteran Jones as Eagles skipper returns

Liam Jones has been axed by the Western Bulldogs as Jesse Hogan, Josh Rachele and Oscar Allen headline the key players returning to AFL action in round seven.

Shayne Hope

Roger Cook has been accused of secrecy, after he refused to reveal the details of a beefed-up deal with the NRL to bring a club to WA. 

Roger CookCommentsPremiumRoger Cook accused of secrecy over NRL ‘passion project’

The Premier has been accused of secrecy after he refused to reveal the details of a beefed-up deal with the NRL to bring a club to WA. 

Dylan Caporn

MAIN PIC: Albany celebrate winning back-to-back premierships. TOP RIGHT: New coach Roy Addis. BOTTOM RIGHT: Defensive star Kane Pinney.

Season previewPremiumSharks circling more premiership success with senior talent

Albany will chase a historic third straight Great Southern Football League premiership this year but there will be some changes, headed up by a new coach.

Jacki Elezovich

Dale Thomas has starred for Collingwood in their Anzac Day matches.

Collingwood MagpiesVideoCommentsThe Anzac Day moment Thomas will never forget

Dale Thomas has opened up on what it means to represent Collingwood for the annual fixture as he detailed what the Bombers need to do to upset his beloved Pies on Friday.

Ben McClellan

Tiana Penitani Gray and Jesse Southwell will be NSW's playmakers in the State of Origin opener. (Ben Symons/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby LeaguePremiumHow NSW's new halves will attack women's Origin opener

NSW playmakers Tiana Penitani Gray and Jesse Southwell will take key lessons learned from a six-week camp into next week's State of Origin opener in Brisbane.

Tom Wark

The son of one of Perth Glory’s favourite sons is nearing a professional debut, with Sebastian Despotovski set to travel with the A-League Men’s squad for their two-game trip to New Zealand.

SoccerVideoCommentsPremiumLike father like son: Fan favourite name returns to Glory

The son of one of Perth Glory’s favourite sons is nearing a professional debut, with Sebastian Despotovski set to travel with the A-League Men’s squad for their two-game trip to New Zealand.

Ben Smith

Chad Warner is staying in Sydney.

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GLEN QUARTERMAIN: Chad’s deal signals he’s gettable for 2028

This was a metaphorical charge out the front of stoppage and team-lifting goal on the run. For Chad Warner and his manager Luke Morabito, it was the perfect play, writes Glen Quarterman.

Glen Quartermain

Tim Kelly will miss the trip to melbourne to play Hawthorn.

AFLVideoCommentsToe no! Eagles lose veteran midfielder for Hawks clash

West Coast midfielder Tim Kelly will miss his second game in three weeks with a toe injury to sideline him from their clash against Hawthorn at Marvel Stadium.

Mitchell Woodcock

Tyson Gamble is out of Newcastle's side for Anzac Day, having only just returned from back surgery. (Scott Radford-Chisholm/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby LeagueCrunch game: Knights lose Gamble amid league-worst woes

The clock is ticking as Newcastle's playmakers seek to prove a point and lift the side up the ladder ahead of Dylan Brown's arrival for the 2026 NRL season.

Staff Writers

Emily Gielnik (l) and Chloe Berryhill are among stars with plenty at stake in the ALW finals. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

SoccerMatildas dreams burn hot as A-League Women finals start

All three Melbourne teams are in the A-League Women finals, which also give top players a chance to press their cases for Matildas selection.

Anna Harrington

It's been a rollercoaster, but Chad Warner has decided to stay at the Swans.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumTIMELINE: How Chad’s re-signing played out amid WA interest

The round of golf. The house purchase. The ‘open to everything’ comments. The tug of the Swans jumper. It’s been a rollercoaster ride for Chad Warner as he weighed up his future - and here’s how it played out.

Chris Robinson

Chad Warner has re-signed at Sydney.

AFLVideoCommentsWarner reveals the moment he decided to remain at Sydney

Chad Warner has revealed he decided to turn his back on a return home and remain at Sydney after leading the Swans to a breakthrough win over Fremantle in round two.

Mitchell Woodcock

Chad Warner has knocked back interest to return to WA and penned a two-year extension at Sydney. Photo by Phil Hillyard

AFL‘Elite talent’ turns back on homesickness

One of the AFL’s most exciting players has turned his back on lucrative offers to return to his home state.

News Corp Australia

Nick Daicos will step up to lead Collingwood in the big Anzac Day clash with Essendon at the MCG. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLPremiumThirty years on, Anzac Day blockbuster as big as ever

Collingwood and Essendon will face off in their annual Anzac Day fixture 30 years after the game was held for the first time.

Anna Harrington

Quinton Narkle is set to make his Dockers debut.

AFLVideoCommentsNarkle set to sparkle on Anzac night in Dockers debut

Quinton Narkle will make his Fremantle debut when the Dockers take on Adelaide in their annual Len Hall Tribute Game at Optus Stadium on Friday night.

Mitchell Woodcock

North Albany and Railways will square off in the traditional Anzac Day clash to kick off the GSFL 2025 season.

GSFL 2025PremiumKangas hope experienced blend will end Anzac Day drought

Railways will be out to extend their Anzac Day dominance over North Albany when the pair face-off in a blockbuster season opener on Friday at Keep the Sheep Stadium. 

Melissa Sheil and Jacki Elezovich

North Melbourne coach has reaffirmed his passion for steering the Roos back up the ladder. Michael Klein

AFLPremium‘Going to turn’: Clarkson scoffs at passion claims

North Melbourne has only won seven games since Alastair Clarkson took over as coach in 2023 but as pressure builds the premiership winner has hit back.

News Corp Australia

Chad Warner has signed a new two-year contract with the Swans, saying he's excited for what's ahead. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLPremium'We can do anything': Warner signs to remain a Swan

Sydney's Chad Warner has signed a fresh two-year contract tying him to the Swans until the end of 2027, rejecting big offers from West Australian clubs.

Steve Larkin and Joanna Guelas

The Roosters will look to turn around their flagging fortunes in their Anzac Day clash. (HANDOUT/NRL PHOTOS)

Rugby LeaguePremiumRoosters looking to avoid fall to bottom of NRL pile

Trent Robinson knows his Sydney Roosters side need to find a new gear as they risk falling to the bottom of the NRL ladder with a loss to St George Illawarra.

George Clarke

Chad Warner will remain a Swan.

AFLVideoCommentsStaying put! WA clubs’ pain as Warner re-signs with Swans

West Australian midfielder Chad Warner has re-committed to the Sydney Swans, signing a two-year deal to remain in the harbour city despite serious interest from West Coast and Fremantle.

Aaron Kirby

Melbourne's Jahrome Hughes could be a Perth Bears target when he's off contract at the end of 2026. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby LeaguePremiumPerth Bears will send player market into frenzy: Moore

The introduction of the Perth Bears in 2027 and PNG in 2028 will lead to a mad scramble for NRL players not seen in top-flight rugby league for 30 years.

Joel Gould