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Program: The sailor, the french boat and the mascot
Sail Port Stephens will attract more than 1000 competitors to Nelson Bay over the next three weeks. Some of those will be highly competitive, others like Peter Lewis from Middle Harbour will take a more relaxed approach. Peter refers to himself and his crew as "cruisers who race." The Co-owner of Ca Va, Peter has entered the event every year since it began in 2008. He invited ABC's Niav Owens on board to talk about his passion and racing style.
'Ponga unleashed': The Knights' football director on Kalyn's "phenomenal" form - ABC listen
At the full time bell in Las Vegas, Knights Director of Football Chris James noticed club legend Danny Buderus looked like he had tears in his eyes. The Knights, after one of their worst years on record in 2025, snapped a losing streak - kicking off 2026 with a 28-18 win over the Cowboys. Skipper Kalyn Ponga's performance was lauded - two try assists and more than 150 running metres... after eight months on the sidelines.
The Hunter's Mark Hughes awarded an OAM - ABC listen
The Governor-General has announced the Australia Day Honours list - and local footy legend, and brain cancer research advocate, Mark Hughes has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia. Mark won a couple of premierships with the Newcastle Knights during his footy days, but his world was turned upside down when he was diagnosed with a grade three brain cancer in 2013. What he did next, changed the lives of so many brain cancer patients and their families for the better.
Fri Fix: fumbles, fractures & weekend matches
The form lines for the reigning premiers in our rival footy codes make for very different reading. How can Collingwood emerge from an 0 and 3 premiership hangover that’s caused them to snooze through the opening rounds? While Nathan Cleary is back in business at the foot of the mountains, taking his game to yet another level as the Panthers dominate the grand final rematch.
The Matildas' path to the Paris podium unveiled
The Matildas have been drawn in Group B for the Olympics and will face Germany and the United States in the group stage, two nations that have won 5 of the 7 gold medals in the history of women’s football at the Olympic Games. After a disappointing Women’s World Cup for both footballing powerhouses, what has changed for them heading into Paris? And how will the Matildas upcoming games, against Mexico and China, give the side their best possible chance to make history?
Jakara Anthony on global moguls domination
It has been a record-breaking season for Jakara Anthony - the never-seen-before in Australian winter sport kind of season. The Australian freestyle skier won her 14th World Cup event last weekend, defended her overall moguls title, and came home with a collection of crystal globes that we may never see repeated. So how did she go from Barwon Heads junior to global moguls superstar?
The Tassie Devils are the real deal
Tasmania’s newest AFL team will officially be known as the Devils. They’ve launched the name, the colours and a foundation jumper that nods to both the history and the future of football in Tasmania. A key component of that future is a stadium to house their growing membership base, which could hinge on this weekend's state election. Will we see the Devil’s take to the field in 2028 and how will they go about filling their list? Featured: Chris Rowbottom, reporter, ABC Sport. Broadcast 2 minutes ago
Lauren Jackson on pain, parenting and Paris - ABC listen
Lauren Jackson adds a sixth WNBL title to her staggering trophy collection, with the Australian basketball legend helping the Southside Flyers to their fifth franchise victory on Sunday. The win comes 25 years after her first WNBL title and 14 years after she last lifted the trophy in Australia. So what’s next on the agenda for one of our women’s sporting greats? And could a Paris renaissance be on the cards? Featured: Lauren Jackson, Australian basketball legend. Broadcast 4 minutes ago
Fri Fix: Are the AFL and NRL favourites already clear?
Get your weekend cross-code footy fix right here! In the AFL, who’s desperate to avoid an 0-2 start to the season and who already has their fans - including a certain global pop icon - flying into a frenzy? Plus which club in the NRL is giving off strong early season premiership contender vibes?
Socceroos freshen up attack in hunt for World Cup spot
Graham Arnold’s Socceroos side will be back on home soil next week, looking to take the next step in World Cup qualification, when they take on Lebanon. The side lost to Korea Republic in the quarter finals of the Asian Cup in their last start, a tournament that saw the team criticised at times for struggling to break down low defensive blocks. So what lessons have been learnt and how will the side set up to take on Lebanon? Featured: Luke Wilkshire, former Socceroo.
The 'Caitlin Clark Effect' sweeping the USA
Iowa basketball star Caitlin Clark has sent records tumbling this season as she became the the highest scorer ever, men's or women's, in Division I college basketball breaking Steph Curry's 3-point record on the way. She's packing out stadiums, driving up membership numbers and boosting social media engagement single-handedly. So how is she handling the hype and what can she achieve for her sport in the US and abroad? Featured: Sabreena Merchant, women's basketball writer, The Athletic.
Is the Leniu suspenstion a line in the sand for the NRL?
Spencer Leniu has been suspended for 8-weeks following his racial slur in the Roosters' opening game of the NRL season and won't be available for selection until round ten. Almost 20 years after the last time an NRL player was suspended for on-field racism, does this ban go far enough? How can the league ensure this is a line in the sand and a lesson the broader community can learn from?
Does Australian rugby have a pulse?
Sam Kerr has been charged, so what happens now?
Fri Fix: how LJ will shape WNBL finals plus female voices in footy - ABC listen
Sam Kerr has been charged, so what happens now?
Will your team be the one to stop Penrith’s 4-peat?
Sam Kerr has been charged, so what happens now?
AFL's sets tone on high contact as season 2024 kicks off - ABC listen
Sam Kerr has been charged, so what happens now?
Sam Kerr has been charged, so what happens now?
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has been charged by Metropolitan Police in London over the alleged racially aggravated offence involving a police officer in January of 2023. It's been over a year since the incident itself and the trial will be held in February 2025. What is the legal breakdown of the charge and how will the Players Association support her as they wait for an outcome to this matter in court? Featured: Andrew Bright, defence lawyer.
The NRL and Vegas: a match made in entertainment heaven
The NRL's opening weekend in Las Vegas had all of the glitz, glamour and hype you’d expect from the entertainment capital of the world. While there is plenty to celebrate, an allegation of an on-field racial slur from one player to another, will be looked into by the game’s governing body. So was it enough to gain a foothold in the sports-mad US market?
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