AFLW round eight: Saints kept to equal-lowest score in AFLW history; Bombers on the board after stunning comeback

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 3, 2026

Super Saturday kicked off in style, with Essendon winning their first game at AFL/AFLW level since July, but there was even more misery heaped on St Kilda coach and club great Nick Dal Santo.

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Five men interviewed for the Newcastle coaching job. This is why the Knights picked Holbrook

One thing stood out when the Knights sat down with Justin Holbrook, and the coach’s clear vision has taken Newcastle to their first grand final in 25 years.

‘Best chance to flourish’: Bulldogs finally land sorely needed defensive help for flag tilt

Oct 3, 2026

‘Best chance to flourish’: Bulldogs finally land sorely needed defensive help for flag tilt

The Western Bulldogs’ hopes of being a serious 2027 premiership challenger have been boosted, but they still have work to do to finalise a deal for Zak Butters.

Taylor scores her second

Oct 3, 2026

Taylor scores her second

Jada Taylor scores her second try down on the wing in the first half against Papua New Guinea.

A stadium dream or lock out vandals: How would you spend $16m in Tuggeranong?

Oct 3, 2026

A stadium dream or lock out vandals: How would you spend $16m in Tuggeranong?

The ACT government is redirecting funds to sport facilities.

Bulldogs seal free-agency signing of key defender

Oct 3, 2026

Bulldogs seal free-agency signing of key defender

Adelaide defender Jordon Butts has joined the Western Bulldogs as an unrestricted free agent ahead of the AFL trade period.

'Incredible' Robinson hands lead to Australia

Oct 3, 2026

'Incredible' Robinson hands lead to Australia

Rugby icon Ruan Sims was impressed by Andie Robinson's try in Port Moresby that handed Australia the lead.

PNG strikes back quickly with Howard try

Oct 3, 2026

PNG strikes back quickly with Howard try

Papua New Guinea's Josephine Howard doesn't waste time to get PNG in the game, levelling the scores with a stellar try.

Sharks star Taylor first over the line

Oct 3, 2026

Sharks star Taylor first over the line

Cronulla Sharks fullback Jada Taylor opens up the scoring for Australia in the PM's XIII game in Port Moresby.

Former Kangaroos star Dane Gagai makes shock Kiwis switch

Oct 3, 2026

Former Kangaroos star Dane Gagai makes shock Kiwis switch

Dane Gagai will join Knights teammate Kalyn Ponga in the New Zealand team for the World Cup despite both previously wearing the green and gold.

'My only secret': Holbrook coy on selection plan

Oct 3, 2026

'My only secret': Holbrook coy on selection plan

Knights coach Justin Holbrook is tight-lipped when asked about his plan for his hookers in the NRL grand final.

Smotherman fires to Utah lead as Aussie Davis falters

Oct 3, 2026

Smotherman fires to Utah lead as Aussie Davis falters

Australia's Cam Davis is languishing well down the leaderboard after two rounds of the Bank of Utah Championship, well off the pace set by Austin Smotherman.

‘Absolute devastation’ for Watson, but Roosters don’t want week off before grand finals

Oct 3, 2026

‘Absolute devastation’ for Watson, but Roosters don’t want week off before grand finals

Connor Watson’s omission due to a concussion has sparked debate about the merits of a week off before grand finals. Now the Roosters have had their say.

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