Combat fighters are putting their bodies on the line to lose weight ahead of bouts, but experts and coaches are questioning the risks.
Cutting it fine
Mind games
After a high profile in-game mental health episode in the AFL, there are calls for a ‘mental health round’ to be introduced.
Head knocks rock kids sport
Parents are more concerned than ever about concussion, and junior sporting clubs are racing to implement better protocols.
Bikepacking blowing up
Ready to shift gears? This travel trend is gaining speed, blending grit and freedom to prove the best journeys aren’t always paved.
Girls kicking goals
The Women’s Asian Cup is encouraging Perth’s young female footballers to dream big.
Fans call for SafeTix fix
As round one of the AFL season approaches, there are concerns about a new digital ticketing system.
Spiking the split
Volleyball leads the way as one of the most gender-equal team sports, both on and off the court.
Riding the Matildas’ wave
As Australia prepares to host the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, Matildas fans are hoping for more historic moments.
Pride on the field
With headlines about homophobia in the AFL cropping up like weeds, it is worth asking if they have roots in the lower levels of the sport?
Kids’ sport costs climb
Families are paying more for kids’ sport while clubs are facing higher expenses for coaches, facilities and equipment.
Going off track
Singapore hosts an annual Formula 1 Grand Prix, but its local motorsport scene has hit a major speed bump.
Playing the odds
Young adults are betting more than $200 million each year on everything from AFL to horse racing. What’s driving them to gamble with their future?
All abilities, one game
All abilities football is rapidly growing in Perth, but players are struggling to afford to the fees.
Study vs sport
Going all in on sport can mean leaving education behind, and young sailor Jamie Randall is feeling the strain.
Changing the para-digm
Para-athletes will get extra support at the WA Institute of Sport as a part of new state government funding.
Trans sports ban triggers rights complaint
The Australian Human Rights Commission is investigating a complaint from a Perth transgender woman barred from playing softball.
Share bears
How do other sporting codes feel about the state government’s massive investment in a new NRL team for Perth?