On remote Lord Howe Island, swimming lessons take place in a coral lagoon teeming with marine life
Lord Howe Island is surrounded by plentiful swimming opportunities in clear waters among tropical reefs, yet for children growing up…
Sydney marathon winner dedicates race to the Moroccan quake survivors
More than 17,000 runners lined up for the Sydney Marathon, a record turnout for the event, and the biggest marathon…
More people turn to non-traditional sports to keep fit, with organised sport on the decline
A woman with long grey hair is twirling herself around a loop of bright red silk several metres in the…
Woodchopping cutting through as spectator sport as lifelong axeman eyes national title
David Reumer says he has had an axe in his hand for as long as he can remember. Most toddlers…
‘It was mad’: What it was like to be a part of the Australia II sailing team in 1983
Forty years ago the Australia II team was living in a boarding house in Newport, Rhode Island for a gruelling…
‘Icarus’s dream’: Hang-gliding community bids farewell to the sport’s founding father
There are few people whose legacies include making it possible to “run into the sky and fly like a bird”.…
‘I’m so nervous I can’t eat’: Matildas’ parents tell of nerves ahead of Denmark clash
When Steph Catley’s mum Lesley first took her to her local football club, other parents were immediately impressed. Steph was…
Pride of the Pilbara, these BMX siblings are set to take on the world’s best
A pair of siblings from Western Australia’s north are preparing for the biggest competition of their lives, representing Australia at…
For players on their periods, Wimbledon’s all-white dress code has been a source of anxiety — until now
As players step onto the grass courts of the All England Tennis Club for the first round of Wimbledon today,…
Cassie Siataga’s kick to go down in Samoan rugby history
Under a full moon and belting rain, Manusina’s fly-half Cassie Siataga composed herself for a penalty goal to change the…