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Powerlifting Resurgence Gains Pace With Paris 2024 Selections

Australian powerlifting is back after a 12-year absence from Paralympic competition. The nation’s two leading lifters, Hani Watson and Ben Wright, were confirmed by Paralympics Australia as the newest members of the Australian Paralympic Team for Paris 2024 at a ceremony in Melbourne. “It’s like my mum said to me before she passed away last...

IPC and ITU announce categories for Tokyo 2020

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and International Triathlon Union (ITU) have confirmed the Para-triathlon categories that will compete at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Gam

Steelers turn sights to Japanese blockbuster after...

The Australian Steelers have demolished Ireland 70-44 today at the GIO 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship to lock down a position in the semi-finals.

Three from three for Australia at Wheelchair Rugby...

The Australian Steelers have triumphed 61-49 to shatter Denmark’s unbeaten start to the GIO 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship today at Sydney Olympic Park.

Donohoe solos to rainbows in Italy

The Australian Cycling Team collected twelve medals, including three rainbow jerseys, at the 2018 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships in Maniago, Italy.

Steelers thrash Sweden to roll on at Wheelchair Ru...

The Australian Steelers have hammered Sweden 71-38 today to continue on their winning way at the GIO 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship at Sydney Olympic Park.

Steelers begin World Champs defence with dominant ...

Australia could not have been more convincing in their opening match at the 2018 IWRF Wheelchair Rugby World Championship on Sunday, hammering New Zealand 66-36 at Sydney Olympic P