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Jye McNeil banned for Melbourne Cup ride on Valiant King

Star Australian jockey Jye McNeil faces a lengthy racing ban following his contentious ride on Valiant King in the 2024 Melbourne Cup, with stewards delivering a harsh penalty for careless riding that compromised multiple contenders in Australia's most fa

Teen avoids charges over stadium knife

A 16-year-old boy caught with a 20cm knife outside Optus Stadium has avoided criminal charges through a police caution, sparking discussions about youth justice and concert security.

AFLW guard of honour drama divides football world

A fiery debate erupts between AFL personalities over Hawthorn's controversial no-show at Jasmine Garner's 100-game guard of honour, sparking discussion about AFLW traditions and respect.

Gervais Vodka Ads Scrutinised After Train Stabbing

Comedian Ricky Gervais faces criticism as his Dutch Barn Vodka advertisements resurface after a mass stabbing incident on an English train, raising questions about marketing responsibility.

Jarvo joins Aussie anthem in Kangaroos victory

Infamous boundary-breaker Jarvo made another stunning appearance during the Kangaroos' dominant victory over England, standing with Australian players during the national anthem in a bizarre moment that stole headlines.

Eagles' stunning turnaround ends Swans' finals hopes

West Coast Eagles complete stunning turnaround from AFL cellar dwellers to finals contenders as Sydney's season ends in heartbreak. The remarkable resurgence has fans dreaming of September action.

Mitch Marsh's huge six stuns cricket world in T20 win

Australian all-rounder Mitch Marsh has left the cricket world speechless with a monstrous six that sailed out of Barsapara Stadium during Australia's thrilling T20 win against India, showcasing pure power hitting at its finest.

Metallica No Risk to Ashes Pitch: Stadium Boss

Optus Stadium boss Mike McKenna guarantees the hallowed turf will be pristine for the First Ashes Test despite Metallica's thunderous concert just days before the historic cricket clash.

Metallica Rocks Perth: Optus Stadium Show This Saturday

The countdown is on as Perth prepares for an earth-shaking Metallica concert at Optus Stadium. Get the inside scoop on setlist predictions, fan excitement, and everything you need to know about WA's biggest metal event of the year.

Wollongong CBD Hotel Plan Breaks Height Limits

A bold new hotel proposal in Wollongong's city centre is pushing boundaries and sparking debate as it seeks approval to exceed current height restrictions, promising economic benefits but raising concerns about precedent and city character.

NSW prison officers strike over violent incident ruling

Correctional officers across multiple NSW prisons have launched immediate strike action after a disciplinary ruling that found officers used 'reasonable force' during a violent inmate incident, sparking safety concerns across the state's prison system.

Narrabri Gas Land Grab Sparks Legal Battle

Growing controversy surrounds the compulsory acquisition of farmland for Santos' Narrabri Gas Project, with landowners and environmental groups mounting fierce opposition.

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