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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...

A perfect start for the Steelers at the World Whee...

Australia’s wheelchair rugby team has proven they are the team to beat at the World Wheelchair Rugby Challenge, winning both their opening games against top teams Japan and Great

Rollers smash Philippines and Gliders take care of...

The Australian Rollers are one win away from sweeping their pool games while the Australian Gliders are back on track with a second victory over Japan in the quest to qualify for t

Ballard to lead wheelchair racers at IPC Athletics...

Australia’s 48-strong team for the IPC Athletics World Championships has arrived in the host city of Doha (QAT), with the countdown continuing to the pinnacle competition for the

Scott Reardon wants solo gold at Doha 2015

Scott Reardon claimed 100m T42 gold at the IPC Athletics World Championships two year ago, but there is no way the Australian wants a repeat of that performance when he lines up at

Rollers remain undefeated while Gliders fall short...

The Australian Rollers have won their third consecutive game but the Australian Gliders lost to China at the AOZ qualifying tournament as both teams fight for a spot in the 2016 Pa

Rollers Continue Hot Form at AOZ Qualifiers

The Australian Rollers have won their second consecutive game, defeating Iran 83-56 to improve their chances of finishing atop their pool. Iran were not lacking in power and size i