Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Cathy Freeman

Cathy Freeman’s 2000 gold was a landmark in every measure of Australia’s history

In the 400m final at the Sydney Olympics she floated, stalked, and then pounced – and her victory reverberated around the nation

The Guardian - AU

Ash Barty’s 2022 Australian Open win was a defining moment for blak women in sport

With cameos from Evonne Goolagong Cawley and Cathy Freeman, Barty gave us a myth-making night full of celebration and blak joy

The Guardian - AU

Weakened pandemic inquiry a bitter pill

'We are getting a COVID-19 pandemic inquiry, not a royal commission'.

Newcastle Herald

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Indigenous group condemns Jacinta Nampijinpa Price’s ‘denial of history’ – as it happened

All the day’s news as it unfolded

The Guardian - AU

How a champion's moment 23 years ago helped light a fire that burns on

'I am reading a novel based on love stories'

Newcastle Herald

The Matildas Have Ignited Women’s Sport Across Aus So What Can We Do To Keep The Fire Going?

The Matildas have done something greater than their performance on the field over the Women’s World Cup, and now there’s no going back.

Pedestrian.tv

‘An absolute inspiration’: Anthony Albanese and Rebel Wilson pay tribute to Matildas after World Cup loss

Chorus of Australian notables thank team for inspiring camaraderie and a new generation of women athletes

The Guardian - AU

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Matildas on a quest for lasting legacy beyond winning a home World Cup

England have embraced their villain status here in Australia, yet in this World Cup semi-final they face not just a team but an entire nation

The Guardian - UK

Sydney stadiums to show Matildas v England Women’s World Cup semi-final

NSW premier Chris Minns says he hopes the match breaks viewing record set by Cathy Freeman’s 400m gold medal at 2000 Olympics

The Guardian - AU

Australia 1-0 Republic of Ireland: Women’s World Cup 2023 Group B – as it happened

The Matildas won their opening match against Ireland in front of a huge crowd in Sydney thanks to Steph Catley’s penalty

The Guardian - AU

Tony Gustavsson’s Matildas masterplan comes together ahead of Women’s World Cup

Australia’s coach has brought in young talent and tactical acumen to a team that was lacking depth

The Guardian - AU

Sam Kerr has learned to enjoy expectations of World Cup

Matildas captain Sam Kerr is ready to take on expectation from all comers at her home Women's World Cup, by enjoying the pressure to deliver.

AAP

Women’s World Cup: Sam Kerr always destined to be Australia’s golden girl

The Chelsea star carries hopes of a nation after rising to top of the game

Evening Standard

Cathy Freeman inspires Matildas in surprise visit before Women’s World Cup

Olympic gold medal winner pays visit to Australia’s camp ahead of opening match at same stadium where she made history

The Guardian - AU

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

AAP

Cathy Freeman surprises Matildas before World Cup tilt

The Matildas have received a surprise visit from legendary Australian athlete Cathy Freeman in camp ahead of the start of their Women's World Cup campaign.

The Independent UK

Sam Kerr ready for her ‘Cathy Freeman moment’ at Women’s World Cup

World Cup hosts Australia are well-placed to impress at this summer’s tournament with superstar Kerr leading a talented squad

The Guardian - AU

The Giants review – Bob Brown documentary is inspiring and beautiful

This elegant film uses the natural world to wrap an ancient context around contemporary politics and the former Australian Greens leader’s drive to save the environment

ABC News

Sports minister calls on football to unify its grassroots funding strategy as part of 2023 Women's World Cup legacy

Anika Wells says football (soccer) has been fractured when approaching the federal government for funding, with no clear direction for the grassroots game.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

ABC News

Voice referendum Yes campaign keen to recruit Patty Mills, Adam Goodes and Cathy Freeman

Some of Australia's most famous Indigenous athletes are being wooed to join the Yes campaign advocating for a constitutionally-enshrined Voice to Parliament.

AAP

Kerr hopes World Cup will deliver dreams - and funding

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has given her wish list for what a "Cathy Freeman moment" at the upcoming World Cup might deliver for women's soccer in Australia.

Newcastle Herald

Tennis champion Ash Barty feels off-court role has 'no ceiling'

Tennis Australia's First Nations representative Kyah Jones described the former world No.1 as an "amazing role model".

ABC News

Deadly Little Dolphins program looks to find Australia's next First Nations Olympic or Paralympic swimming champion

Australia has historically lacked First Nations representation in the Olympic pool — but this program is looking to change that by Brisbane 2032.

AAP

Lift in status for Melbourne Track Classic

Cathy Freeman and Stewart McSweyn have lauded the decision to rebadge the Melbourne Track Classic as the Maurie Plant Meet.

The Conversation

Will Australia receive a red card for gender equity at the 2023 Women's World Cup?

This year’s FIFA men’s World Cup has cast a media spotlight on Qatar’s human rights record. The tournament also offered an opportunity to draw attention to the current protests in Iran surrounding the mistreatment of women.

AAP

Mum's the word as Freeman reflects on gold

Olympic legend Cathy Freeman has no desire to turn the spotlight on her talented daughter Ruby, who is winning junior races in her own record style.

1 2 3

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.