35 m. ago Merrett’s midfield time sparks debate; Fremantle snare ‘eight points in five days’ in mid

Luke Jackson produced a rucking masterclass to lift Fremantle to a 41-point win over injury-hit Essendon at Optus Stadium. The Dockers have recorded five straight wins in a stunning mid-season purple patch.

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2 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Five straight wins for Freo; Mission Improbable is exactly that for Dons

We’re back for another Thursday night of AFL action. Tonight undermanned Essendon head west for a clash against Fremantle at Optus Stadium The Dockers (8-5) will be eyeing off a potential percentage boost.

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3 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Plucky Bombers within striking distance at HT; Big Oscar Allen update

We’re back for another Thursday night of AFL action. Tonight undermanned Essendon head west for a clash against Fremantle at Optus Stadium The Dockers (8-5) will be eyeing off a potential percentage boost.

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4 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Classy Dockers working their way to the top vs Dons

We’re back for another Thursday night of AFL action. Tonight undermanned Essendon head west for a clash against Fremantle at Optus Stadium The Dockers (8-5) will be eyeing off a potential percentage boost.

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5 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Dons to unleash ‘double V’ in daunting Freo clash

We’re back for another Thursday night of AFL action. Tonight undermanned Essendon head west for a clash against Fremantle at Optus Stadium The Dockers (8-5) will be eyeing off a potential percentage boost.

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5 h. ago Reuben Cotter was left with a giant bump above his eye. It wasn’t from Jarome Luai

Maroons forward dismisses eye-gouge talk but was still left looking worse for wear after Origin II.

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6 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Dockers, Bombers to battle it out in Perth

Essendon Bombers travel to Perth to play the Fremantle Dockers at Optus Stadium in their round 15 AFL match. Follow along for all the major moments and reactions.

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6 h. ago Fremantle vs Essendon LIVE: Dockers and Bombers to battle it out at Perth’s Optus Stadium

Essendon Bombers travel to Perth to play the Fremantle Dockers at Optus Stadium in their round 15 AFL match. Follow along for all the major moments and reactions.

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7 h. ago Trump has approved Iran attack plan but is yet to hit go, US media reports

A senior intelligence source told US media the president has approved the plan but wants to give Iran more time to agree to a deal.

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7 h. ago Pride aims to break down barriers for more winter success at Randwick

Warwick Farm trainer Joe Pride believes there is a culture of scratching horses because of poor draws in Sydney, but he is not joining the club.

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7 h. ago Is ‘lifting heavy’ the solution to perimenopausal changes? Meet the women choosing weights.

Social media would have us believe there is a special formula for perimenopausal health, but many experts disagree. Here, they share their personal fitness routines for positive ageing.

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7 h. ago Former Carey Grammar teacher banned for 35,000 messages to student

The teacher who repeatedly messaged the student and started a romantic relationship with them has been barred from the profession for three years.

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7 h. ago ‘It’s in the past now’: Leniu and Mam put Vegas racism saga to bed in emotional Origin embrace

Vision shows Leniu exchanging words with Mam before the pair share a hug more than a year after the racial slur that hijacked the NRL’s 2024 season-opener in Las Vegas.

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8 h. ago Motorcyclist dies after losing control on Melbourne freeway on

A motorcyclist has been killed after crashing into a barrier near the Princes Freeway in Altona.

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8 h. ago Sydney trio allegedly made $10 million selling fake luxury gear

The three men sold the counterfeit luxury goods through social media sites, police said.

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9 h. ago Erin Patterson murder trial day 35 as it happened: Accused mushroom cook’s defence barrister Colin Mandy, SC, finishes closing statement, reminds jury the ‘standard is proof beyond reasonable doubt’

Defence barrister Colin Mandy, SC, has concluded his closing address in Morwell’s courtroom four. The jury will return next week.

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9 h. ago The leading fringe talents vying for NRL shot, and the man eyeing Sailor void

Selwyn Cobbo’s axing may have opened a future door for a man plucked from obscurity. We assess the players shining beneath the NRL pushing for higher honours.

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9 h. ago ‘Depraved, monstrous’ killer jailed for life over Perth father’s murder

Patrik Weiss, a sports massage therapist for the West Coast Eagles, was senselessly killed by a man who wanted to experience what it was like to take someone’s life.

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9 h. ago Erin Patterson murder trial LIVE updates: Accused mushroom cook’s defence barrister Colin Mandy, SC, finishes closing statement, reminds jury the ‘standard is proof beyond reasonable doubt’

Defence barrister Colin Mandy, SC, has just concluded his closing address in Morwell’s courtroom four. The jury will return next week.

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10 h. ago ‘I’m good to go, coach’: Luai to back up for Tigers 48 hours after Origin

After 80 minutes of toil for his state on Wednesday night, Jarome Luai told his club coach Benji Marshall he was ready to do it all again for the Tigers on Friday.

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