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COVID outbreak won't halt preparation
Anna Meares is adamant the mini COVID outbreak in the Australian water polo camp won't halt Olympic preparations. © International Olympic Committee
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Why Garside returned for second crack
Harry Garside amits he could have coasted on an Olympic bronze medal but wanted to test himself in Paris. © International Olympic Committee
Taco Tuesdays, baristas and cardboard beds: How the Australians are embracing village life
There’s an endless supply of Weet-Bix, Nutri-Grain and Vegemite, as well as enough coffee for about 20,000 shots.
- by Rob Harris
For her coach, Mary Fowler is an unsolved riddle. And she may be the Matildas’ most important player
The challenge, as is the case with many ethereal shape-shifters who require freedom to make their magic, will be how to get the best out of the 21-year-old.
- by Emma Kemp and Vince Rugari
$115,000 a seat: The big cost of a small stadium for Brisbane 2032
The Miles government plans to spend $1.6 billion upgrading QSAC, but it has emerged more money will be needed for the stadium to host athletics at the Games.
- by Cameron Atfield
Ice-cream, cake and Olympic gold: Our last high jump winner’s perfect day
John Winter ruled the word of high jump in the years after World War II.
- by Tony Stephens
Hackett: Titmus will 'dominate' Ledecky in 400 free
Australian swimming legend Grant Hackett has predicted Ariarne Titmus will 'dominate' Katie Ledecky in the women's 400m freestyle, which highlights the opening night of swimming action in Paris.
Mick Molloy reacts to Olympics McDonalds 'ban'
Mick Molloy reacts to Olympics McDonalds 'ban' saying it's 'outrageous behaviour'.
Australian Olympian Genevieve Gregson shares her morning routine with son
Aussie athlete Genevieve Gregson has shared her morning routine with son Archie ahead of the Olympic Games in Paris.
Olympic Games Paris 2024 volunteers reveal official uniform
Olympic volunteers unbox their official uniform ahead of Paris 2024.
‘She’s now in a really good place’: Paris a redemption tour for Biles
The great American gymnast had high-profile mental trials in Tokyo three years ago. In Paris, her team will look to ease the pressure on her.
- by Greg Baum