Sport

The wait for top-level competition is over for rugby league fans in Western Australia, with Perth to host its first international Test match in October between the Kangaroos and Kiwis.

A year after Wheelchair Sports Association WA was staring down the barrel of a $500,000 deficit, the organisation is advancing plans to secure a sustainable income.

Christian Urry is looking to change the business model in the swimming education sector.

AFL player, coach and commentator Ken Judge has died of cancer.

Fortescue Metals Group has deepened its commitment to hockey, striking deals with the sport’s national body thought to be worth more than $1.7 million over the next five years.

Curtin University has become the latest sponsor of Hockey Australia, leveraging the fact that Australia’s globally dominant teams are based at the Bentley campus.

A Western Australian charity focused on improving the lives of Aboriginal children through exercise and nutrition programs has hired staff and increased the amount of work it’s doing in several schools, following a major funding increase.

Fremantle Dockers coach Ross Lyon says it's an opportune time for Matthew Pavlich to hand over the captaincy, with Nat Fyfe and David Mundy the leading contenders to replace him at the AFL club.

New Rugby WA chairman Tony Howarth is aiming for growth in crowds and membership in the 2016 Western Force season after what he admits have been some challenging times for the game.

There is growing speculation about the retirement of Mitchell Johnson, who was Australia's most-expensive bowler during a stunning fightback from New Zealand in the second Test, spearheaded by Ross Taylor's 290.

Captain Travis Head's breakthrough century has helped South Australia to a tense one-wicket triumph against Western Australia in their Sheffield Shield game.

St John of God Subiaco chief executive Lachlan Henderson has been appointed chair of the Western Australian Cricket Association.

“It is hard to think of an activity with more benefits than cycling,” Auditor General Colin Murphy said in a report released today that concludes Perth’s cycle network needs better planning before bike riding can become a significant mode of transport.

The new owner of Perth’s professional women’s basketball team has set the agenda for gender equality in professional sports.

Former West Coast Eagles coach John Worsfold has been named the new senior coach of the Essendon Bombers, while West Coast coach Adam Simpson is likely to be awarded a contract extension after taking the Eagles to this year's grand final.

Fremantle defender Michael Johnson is in doubt for Friday night's AFL preliminary final against Hawthorn because of a back injury, according to reports.

Fremantle Dockers and West Coast Eagles fans will be heavily invested in the on-field action at the two preliminary finals in Perth tonight and tomorrow, but the operator of the ageing Domain stadium is counting on an even bigger bet coming off.

Star West Coast Eagles midfielder Matt Priddis appears likely to miss tonight's qualifying final against Hawthorn at Domain Stadium.

Sport is taking over business in Perth as the AFL finals loom, with the ‘Go Freo’ sign on Woodside Plaza rivalled by a ‘Go Eagles’ sign on BHP Billiton's home at Brookfield Place, while the mining giant also committed to a new investment at the under-construction Perth Stadium.

The Western Australian Cricket Association (WACA) has announced a $200 million redevelopment that will transition its ground to a 'boutique' venue designed to complement the new Perth Stadium, which will host all Big Bash League and major international matches.

Test cricket legend Dennis Lillee has sensationally resigned as president of the WACA as the organisation prepares to unveil its make-or-break plan to guarantee the future of the iconic cricket venue.

Fremantle Dockers star Nat Fyfe is in the clear but Hawthorn skipper Luke Hodge has been slapped with a two-match ban for his bump on Port Adelaide's Chad Wingard.

nib Stadium will host a rugby union international for the first time next year following the state government's announcement today of a two-year deal with the Australian Rugby Union.

A prominent Perth investor has personally sponsored the city’s latest surfing event, held at Cottesloe as one of seven long board contests on the World Surf League tour.

The game between Adelaide Crows and Geelong this weekend has been called off, but other AFL games will proceed, after Crows coach Phil Walsh was found dead in his home early this morning.

Perth Glory has appointed Peter Filopoulos as its new chief executive, following Jason Brewer’s resignation in April.

Fremantle Dockers player Ryan Crowley has been suspended for 12 months after he tested positive to a banned substance in last year's season.

John Worsfold has ruled himself out of the running to coach Carlton, with the AFL great saying he's "miles off" coaching again.

It will be cold consolation right now for Mick Malthouse, but history will not remember him for the ugly nature of his departure from Carlton.

Perth's professional sports administrators are getting bang for their buck in their efforts to lift the city’s profile as a sports destination, with some high-profile teams heading west this year.

Fremantle Dockers midfielder Nat Fyfe remains the frontrunner to win this year's Brownlow Medal after escaping suspension over his "brain fade" tripping charge.

AEG Ogden, Nationwide Venue Management, Perth Stadium Management, and Stadium Australia Operations have been shortlisted for the role of operator at the new Perth Stadium.