2018 Commonwealth Games
Callum Hawkins’ treatment was a disgrace
by Gazbo, 3 May 2018
The sight of Callum Hawkins – who was leading the Commonwealth Games Marathon – lying crumpled on the ground, barely conscious after hitting his head on a concrete paling, yet trying to continue on, was inspirational and moving but difficult to watch.
Are Commonwealth Games medals worth the taxpayer money?
by The Crowd, 21 Apr 2018
During the Commonwealth Games, I was waiting to hear the usual cacophony of voices bemoaning the spending on elite sport in Australia, especially after the nation’s heavily criticised performance at the Rio Olympics.
Commonwealth Games would do well to remember its past
by John Macdonald, 16 Apr 2018
Here’s a radical innovation that might save future Commonwealth Games from the controversy of the Gold Coast closing ceremony.
Take a bow Johanna Griggs
by David Lord, 16 Apr 2018 
For the last two decades, Johanna Griggs has been a top quality presenter at Channel Seven, but last night she surpassed herself with a stinging attack on the host broadcaster at the Commonwealth Games closing ceremony.
Why the Commonwealth Games matter
by Pat Hornidge, 16 Apr 2018
It has been fashionable for a while to denigrate the Commonwealth Games. They are a minor, pointless competition, it is said. They have no real international importance. I fundamentally disagree.
Australian Boomers vs Canada: Commonwealth Games Men’s basketball gold medal match, live scores, blog
by Scott Pryde, 15 Apr 2018
Match result: Australia cruised to the gold medal in style on Sunday, smashing Canada by 40 points.
Australian Hockeyroos vs New Zealand: Commonwealth Games Women’s hockey gold medal match live scores, blog
by Scott Pryde, 14 Apr 2018
The Australian Hockeyroos will go for gold on Saturday afternoon when they take on Trans-tasman rivals New Zealand in the women’s hockey final at the Commonwealth Games. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 12:45pm (AEST).
Australian Boomers vs Scotland: Commonwealth Games Men’s basketball semi-final live scores, blog
by Scott Pryde, 14 Apr 2018
The Australian Boomers were solid without being spectacular during the group stage of the Commonwealth Games, but they may need to go up another level when they face Scotland during the semi-final. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 10am (AEST).
Billy Slater rushed to Gold Coast to dive in Commonwealth Games
by Andrew Jackson, 14 Apr 2018
Melbourne Storm star fullback Billy Slater’s recovery from last night’s 40-14 win over Newcastle has been disrupted as he races to the Gold Coast to compete in the Commonwealth Games.
Australian Kookaburras vs England: Commonwealth Games Men’s hockey semi-final live scores, blog
by Nick Kelland, 13 Apr 2018
The Australian Kookaburras will look to match their female counterparts and advance to the final of the Commonwealth Games when they take on England in the second semi-final. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 9:45pm (AEST).
Australian Opals vs New Zealand: Commonwealth Games Women’s basketball semi-final live scores, blog
by Sam Walker, 13 Apr 2018
The road to the gold medal at the Commonwealth Games starts here as women’s basketball powerhouse the Australian Opals take on their neighbours from across the Tasman, New Zealand. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 9pm (AEST).
Mary’s Wonder Women: Matildas shine at the Asian Cup
by Mary Konstantopoulos, 13 Apr 2018
There’s plenty on the line for the Matildas at this year’s Asian Cup, which started on April 2 and will conclude on April 22.
Australian Hockeyroos vs India: Commonwealth Games Women’s hockey semi-final live scores, blog
by Scott Pryde, 12 Apr 2018
The Australian Hockeyroos have marched through the group stage of the Commonwealth Games without many issues, but that might be all about to change when they take on one of the favourites, India, in the second semi-final. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 9:15pm (AEST).
Perseverance the key in Maurice Longbottom’s rise
by Andre Cupido, 12 Apr 2018
When watching Maurice Longbottom light up the rugby field, the first thing that comes to mind is ‘talent’.
Australian Diamonds vs Jamaica: Commonwealth Games netball, live scores, blog
by Sarah Wildy, 11 Apr 2018
The Australian Diamonds take on Jamaica in their final pool match at the Commonwealth Games. Join The Roar for live coverage and a blog of the match from 9pm (AEST).
Australian Kookaburras vs New Zealand: Commonwealth Games Men’s hockey, live scores
by Scott Pryde, 11 Apr 2018
The Australian Kookaburras will face their toughest challenge yet at the Commonwealth Games when they face New Zealand in their final group game. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 4:30pm (AEST).
Bronte Campbell and Kyle Chalmers perfect motivators for the Australian way
by David Lord, 11 Apr 2018
Bronte Campbell and Kyle Chalmers last night churned up the Commonwealth Games pool on the Gold Coast to anchor two spine-tingling medley relay golds for the hosts.
Australian Hockeyroos vs Scotland: Commonwealth Games, Women’s hockey live scores, blog
by Tom English, 10 Apr 2018
If Scotland beat the Australian Hockeyroos by six goals or more, they will qualify for the finals of the Commonwealth Games. Any other result will see Australia through to the finals in their crucial group game. Join The Roar for live scores and a blog starting from 9:30pm (AEST).
2018 Commonwealth Games: Swimming Night 6 finals live updates, results, blog
by Scott Pryde, 10 Apr 2018
The final night of swimming at the 2018 Commonwealth Games will see nine gold medals go on the line, with a pair of relays and the 1500-metre event headlining. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 7:30pm (AEST).
Australian Kookaburras vs Canada: Commonwealth Games Men’s hockey live scores, blog
by Scott Pryde, 10 Apr 2018
Australia can confirm their spot in the semi-finals of the Commonwealth Games hockey tournament when they take on Canada, who must win to save their campaign. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 4:30pm (AEST).
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Are Commonwealth Games medals worth the taxpayer money?
by The Crowd, 21 Apr 2018
During the Commonwealth Games, I was waiting to hear the usual cacophony of voices bemoaning the spending on elite sport in Australia, especially after the nation’s heavily criticised performance at the Rio Olympics.
Commonwealth Games would do well to remember its past
by John Macdonald, 16 Apr 2018
Here’s a radical innovation that might save future Commonwealth Games from the controversy of the Gold Coast closing ceremony.
Beattie sorry for flawed closing ceremony
by AAP, 16 Apr 2018
Peter Beattie will apologise to Australian flagbearer Kurt Fearnley after the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games ended without the athletes at the forefront.
Australian Diamonds vs England: Commonwealth Games Netball Gold Medal Match live scores, blog
by Sarah Wildy, 15 Apr 2018
Match result: The Diamonds fell just desperately short of gold at the Commonwealth Games, falling short by one goal against England in the final.
Australian Boomers vs Canada: Commonwealth Games Men’s basketball gold medal match, live scores, blog
by Scott Pryde, 15 Apr 2018
Match result: Australia cruised to the gold medal in style on Sunday, smashing Canada by 40 points.
Commonwealth Games Rugby Sevens Men’s and Women’s finals live scores, blog
by Nick Kelland, 15 Apr 2018
Match result: New Zealand claimed the gold medals in both men’s and women’s rugby sevens at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Australian Kookaburras vs New Zealand: Commonwealth Games Men’s hockey gold medal match live scores, blog
by Tom English, 14 Apr 2018
So this is it: the Commonwealth Games gold medal game between Australia’s Kookaburras and New Zealand’s Blacksticks, on the Gold Coast. Join The Roar for live scores and blog from 9:15pm AEST.
Australian Opals vs England: Commonwealth Games Women’s basketball gold medal match live scores, blog
by Sam Walker, 14 Apr 2018
Winner takes the gold as the powerhouse Australia takes on the old rival England in the gold medal game of the women’s Commonwealth Games basketball. Tune into The Roar for a live blog and scores from 8:30pm AEST Saturday 14th April.
Australian Diamonds vs New Zealand: Commonwealth Games netball semi-final live scores, blog
by Oliver Matthews, 14 Apr 2018
The Australian Diamonds take on their arch rivals the New Zealand Silver Ferns in the second semi-final at the Commonwealth Games in the match that many had predicted would be the final. Join The Roar for live scores and a blog of the match, starting from 5pm AEST.
Australian Hockeyroos vs New Zealand: Commonwealth Games Women’s hockey gold medal match live scores, blog
by Scott Pryde, 14 Apr 2018
The Australian Hockeyroos will go for gold on Saturday afternoon when they take on Trans-tasman rivals New Zealand in the women’s hockey final at the Commonwealth Games. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 12:45pm (AEST).
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