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Superstar skipper now a Bulldog for life
Western Bulldogs superstar Marcus Bontempelli has committed the rest of his career to the club after penning a new deal to remain at Whitten Oval for a further four seasons. A day after being named the second greatest player in the club’s history,...

The pivotal British & Irish Lions pick that could undo Australia in first Test
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Hanuman Chalisa echoes in British Parliament for the first time during Dhirendra Shastri’s historic visit
In a moment that marked a spiritual milestone in the annals of British political history, the sacred verses of the Hanuman Chalisa echoed through the hallowed halls of the UK Parliament on July 16. The historic recitation was led by none other...

Mitrade Trading Platform Partners with Argentine Football Association as Football Fever Sweeps APAC
MELBOURNE, Australia, July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Argentina’s national team jerseys continue to outsell traditional football powerhouses across Southeast Asia and Australia, Mitrade, a global trading platform, has announced its role as the...

Havas Red releases white paper on trust, media, and influence in Australia
Havas Red has published ‘A New Age of Influence’ white paper, examining the “the challenges and opportunities facing Australian media, the communications and PR industry, and those who consume news content”. Havas Red, the earned-first PR, social,...

De-mystifying voluntary administration
McWilliam’s Wines’ Hanwood Estate vineyard Tim Mableson is an expert in deal advisory and restructuring, and is the national leader in agriculture and wine sectors for KPMG Australia. He has worked as a voluntary administrator for numerous...

Cricketing history for Winchester village club
Dubbed the “Grey Ashes” Sparsholt stages the fourth of five one-day games. Results so far have shared. It couldn’t be closer. The Hampshire Seniors County Club, which selected Sparsholt as venue, has been a key part of over 50’s, 60s and 70s...
Two men arrested after graffiti found at culturally significant site
Two men have been arrested after a rock face was vandalised and spray painted with graffiti at Paradise Falls in Victoria's Alpine National Park. Paradise Falls and the surrounding area is on located on Taungurung Country, about three-and-a-half...

It’s not about history – the heritage listing dividing Canberra’s skating community
Tuggeranong’s young local BMX riders hope a heritage listing for the skatepark will save the high ramps. Photo: Tuggeranong Skatepark BMX, Facebook. The proponents behind a nomination for Tuggeranong Skatepark to be heritage listed have revealed...

THA rebrands as Hospitality Tasmania
The Tasmanian Hospitality Association (THA) has officially rebranded as Hospitality Tasmania, unveiling its new name and look at a special launch event at Aura Hobart on Tuesday night. The rebrand marks a significant moment in the organisation’s...

Hulk Hogan’s Real American Freestyle league events to be streamed by Fox Nation
Hulk Hogan has seen the rights to stream Real American Freestyle league events snapped up by Fox Nation. The 71-year-old wrestling veteran, born Terry Bollea, started the group with co-founders Eric Bischoff, 69, and 38-year-old Chad Bronstein,...

Data Transparency. AI. Digital Tags. The Future of Seed Certification Was Unveiled in Victoria
In a candid and forward-looking address at the annual meeting of the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association earlier this month, Doug Miller, executive director of the CSGA, outlined the organization’s multi-pronged push to modernize Canada’s seed...

As Blak families worry for their kids, new research shows the importance of culturally safe care
Warning: this article discusses themes that may be distressing to some readers, including self-harm. New research has revealed the desperate need for culturally safe care for First Nations youth suffering with mental health issues. Figures from...

Rotary club of Powell River recognizes retired fire chief
Rotary Club of Powell River past president Kelly Keil presented a Paul Harris Fellow award to Terry Peters at a recent weekly meeting. “Today, we are delighted to honour someone whose lifetime of service has touched nearly every part of this...
The Best Flowering Shrubs for Year-Round Color and Curb Appeal
23 Stunning Flowering Shrubs to Plant Now ELSA BIYICK - Getty ImagesThe gap between a basic yard and a show-stopping garden isn't about money or space, but about choosing plants that actually perform. While your neighbors fuss over lawn stripes...

UK investors double down on Africa’s growth promise
A recent report has identified a growing number of British businesses’ investment interest in Nigeria and other African countries as a key strategic growth region, drawn by the continent’s abundant mineral resources. Demographic advantage and...
Mega triple boost for Sydney derby; brutal blow to star, big watch on Cat — Team Tips
The Giants are on a roll amid a five-game winning streak. And they’re set to get even stronger for Friday night’s Sydney Derby. Plus a brutal blow to a Suns star has been confirmed, and an injury watch at Geelong. Stay up to date with the latest...

Google ends fact-checking funding in Australia after letting AAP FactCheck deal expire
While the US search giant is signing new deals with Australian publishers, it will not renew its fact-checking contract with Australian Associated Press amid a global backlash on fact-checking. (Image: Private Media/Zennie) Google will no longer...

Albanese’s green steel boost leaves Queensland’s coal budget hopes in the dust
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s visit to Beijing this week is far more than a diplomatic stopover; it’s a strategic push for a green steel revolution. Describing his approach as “patient, calibrated and deliberate,” Albanese’s decarbonisation...
IMAX announces up to five new Australian locations in HOYTS partnership
Share Tweet Share Email After a six-year break in their corporate relationship, IMAX Corporation and HOYTS Cinemas today announced a new agreement for up to five IMAX screens in Australia. The first new IMAX location in this partnership is due to...