Victorian Premier Dan Andrews has resigned after almost a decade in the top job, leaving behind a legacy marred by high-profile controversies. During his nine year tenure, Mr Andrews faced pushback on a number important policy measures, from the state’s response to the Covid pandemic to allegations of branch stacking. More recently, Mr Andrews came … Read more
A man accused of hurling plates at cafe staff during a temper tantrum over a holiday surcharge has sprinted away from court in bizarre scenes after his case was heard for the first time. Stacey Graham Whaanga Waitoa is facing four charges, including common assault, following an alleged meltdown at a cafe southwest of Brisbane … Read more
Channel 9 sports presenter Danika Mason was seen without her engagement ring as she bravely turned up to work and fronted cameras despite calling off her engagement to Todd Liubinskas, three weeks out from their wedding. The host, who had planned to get married in October, continued to fulfil her professional commitments over the weekend, … Read more
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary could be hatching a plan to stop Broncos young gun Reece Walsh in his tracks. Meanwhile, the Broncos have been dealt a massive injury scare in the lead up to the grand final. Watch The NRL Women’s Premiership Grand Final Live on Kayo Sports. Newcastle Knights vs Gold Coast Titans SUN … Read more
Indigenous leader Warren Mundine says corporations and Yes supporters are out of touch with the practical realities facing Aboriginal communities, as he lashed the Voice referendum as a divisive process that has ignited a “war on modern Australia.” In a speech to the National Press Club on Tuesday, the leading No campaigner aired his grievances … Read more
A blistering final six weeks of the season, including a win over Collingwood in Melbourne, has raised the confidence at the Brisbane Lions to grand final winning levels according to newly minted Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale. The Lions peeled off six straight wins, including a 24-point victory over their grand final opponents the Magpies at … Read more
Australian billionaire Andrew “Twiggy” Forrest’ father has died surrounded by family at his ancestral Western Australian home. Donald Forrest, 95, died in the early hours of Sunday morning at Minderoo station. His obituary said he “passed away peacefully in his sleep, knowing he was with people and places he loved”. More to come.
Outgoing AFL boss Gillon McLachlan has declared “there’s no way” Brownlow Medal voting should be taken away from the umpires after criticism erupted following Lachie Neale’s boilover victory on Monday night. The Brisbane midfielder became a dual Brownlow medallist after flying under the radar during the 2023 season, missing selection for the All-Australian team and … Read more
Parramatta’s 2022 NRLW grand final coach Dean Widders has resigned from the role after three years in charge of the Eels. Widders has coached the club for all three of their seasons in the NRLW but informed officials that he was stepping down due to the increased challenges of balancing the growing demands of the … Read more
Brisbane superstar Lachie Neale says the “swings and roundabouts” of Brownlow voting helped him secure a second victory amid annual questions about the process in the wake of his win. Neale conceded he was perhaps fortunate to become just the 16th player in VFL/AFL history to win a second Brownlow – but because of Nick … Read more