‘Concussion culture needs to change’: Mum calls for more education after death of 20yo footballer
A mother who was forced to say goodbye to her 20-year-old son after a fatal on-field collision during a football…
Five incidents, one red card, two yellows and three unpunished: Inconsistencies slammed at Rugby World Cup
Despite a successful opening weekend of Rugby World Cup action, a familiar issue has reared its head — in more…
Senators call on government to set concussion guidelines for contact sports
A Senate committee has recommended the federal government consider developing a national strategy to reduce concussions in contact sports. Key…
Almost half of elite athletes ‘earn below poverty line’
Almost half of Australia’s best athletes are earning below the poverty line threshold, with an annual income of less than…
AFL player Shane Tuck ‘pushed through hell’, his sister tells inquest
Former AFL player Shane Tuck’s final days were akin to a war zone in his head. His brain was decaying…
Wife of AFL legend Danny Frawley says ignoring concussion risks will ‘hurt the game more’
In 2019, Anita Frawley was at her lowest ebb. Her husband Danny Frawley, a successful Melbourne media identity and legendary…
Geelong star Jeremy Cameron cleared of serious injury
Geelong star Jeremy Cameron has been cleared of serious injury concerns after he was knocked out in an accidental collision…
Southern Mallee footy player banned for three games after dangerous tackle
The player responsible for a dangerous tackle that saw a country football match called off early has been suspended for…
Knights star Kalyn Ponga to return after weeks off due to concussion scare
Newcastle Knights star Kalyn Ponga will return to the field next week after five weeks off due to his most…
NRL urged to ‘look after’ retired players amid concerns about long-term concussion effects
Rugby league cult hero Mark Carroll has repeated his calls for the NRL to assist retired players who are struggling…