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• Prosecutors drop rape case against AFL player Tanner Bruhn

  11-11-2025 02:00 via abc.net.au
  
  The lifting of a suppression order means the ABC can now report details of the case, which saw Cats player Tanner Bruhn accused of raping a woman in 2023.
  
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• This Socceroos veteran doesn’t get recognised much at home. In Turkey, even his sister does

  08-06-2026 21:00 via smh.com.au
  
  Aziz Behich grew up obsessed with Turkish football, built a career there and became a champion. Now he is preparing to face the country of his parents’ origin at the World Cup.
  
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• Four-time veterans to late bolters, here's your Socceroos pocket guide

  08-06-2026 20:47 via abc.net.au
  
  Mat Ryan and Mathew Leckie are at a record-equalling fourth FIFA World Cup, while Cristian Volpato headlines a host of first-timers, after his late switch from Italy. Here's your complete guide to the Socceroos' World Cup squad. 
  
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• Tears in the stands as Williamson qualifies

  08-06-2026 15:52 via theage.com.au
  
  Sam Williamson's family reacts to his 100m breakstroke final swim.
  
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• Williamson puts himself on the plane to Glasgow

  08-06-2026 15:46 via smh.com.au
  
  Sam Williamson hits the qualifying time at the Australian swimming trials.
  
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• Williamson thought he’d never swim again after a horrific injury. He just made another Australian team

  08-06-2026 14:46 via smh.com.au
  
  Thirteen months after a devastating knee injury left him learning to walk again, Sam Williamson completed a remarkable comeback at swimming trials, while Sam Short went within touching distance of a world record.
  
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• Williamson thought he’d never swim again after a horrific gym injury. He just made another Australian team

  08-06-2026 14:46 via theage.com.au
  
  Thirteen months after a devastating knee injury left him learning to walk again, Sam Williamson completed a remarkable comeback at swimming trials, while Sam Short went within touching distance of a world record.
  
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• Kane Evans comes out as gay in tell-all interview

  08-06-2026 14:17 via theage.com.au
  
  Kane Evans reveals he's gay on Nine's 100% Footy in a powerful interview with James Bracey.
  
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• ‘Not playing the same’: Damning numbers as ‘incredible’ Tigers reality laid bare

  08-06-2026 14:13 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The “incredible” numbers behind the Tigers’ decline since Jarome Luai signed with the Chiefs have been laid bare, with the “jury still out” on the NRL’s early season surprise packet.
  
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• ‘I know I’m gay’: Ex-NRL enforcer reveals addiction struggles and comes out in emotional interview

  08-06-2026 14:13 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Former NRL enforcer Kane Evans has become the second male player in league history to come out as gay.
  
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• Foran backs Koula after Crichton reveal

  08-06-2026 14:02 via theage.com.au
  
  Kieran Foran backs Tolu Koula to shift to centre with Stephen Crichton ruled out of Origin II.
  
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• ‘I know that I’m gay’: Former NRL star reveals inner battle

  08-06-2026 13:54 via theage.com.au
  
  Kane Evans reveals he's gay and speaks about his drug and alcohol addiction that led to homelessness.
  
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• Joey applauds Kane Evans' decision to come out as gay

  08-06-2026 13:46 via theage.com.au
  
  Andrew Johns says Kane Evans is going to 'save a lot of lives' after coming out as gay.
  
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• ‘I know that I’m gay’: Former NRL enforcer Kane Evans comes out in emotional interview

  08-06-2026 13:34 via smh.com.au
  
  The ex-Roosters, Parramatta and Fiji star has detailed his battles with alcohol and substance addiction and mental health while wrestling with his sexuality.
  
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• BREAKING: Shock late twist as Blues star ruled out, bolter set to be called into camp

  08-06-2026 13:28 via foxsports.com.au
  
  There has been a last-minute twist after Laurie Daley named his 21-man NSW squad for Game II of the 2026 series, with Bulldogs centre Stephen Crichton ruled out.
  
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• ‘Officially worried’: Gold Coast’s shock $5m offer that could spark free agency mayhem for star forward

  08-06-2026 13:27 via foxsports.com.au
  Gold Coast has launched a stunning bid to secure its long-term future in attack, significantly upping its offer for emerging key forward Jed Walter in the wake of growing uncertainty surrounding restricted free agent Ben King.
  
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• Blues selection call that 'surprised' Gal

  08-06-2026 13:24 via theage.com.au
  
  Paul Gallen reveals the one selection call from Laurie Daley that surprised him.
  
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• Queensland couple donates $40 million to fight MND as Daniher’s legacy inspires at MCG

  08-06-2026 13:19 via smh.com.au
  
  Premiership-winning Melbourne coach Neale Daniher committed the last 13 years of his life to finding a cure for the disease he called the beast. His efforts inspired many in the football world and beyond.
  
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• Kane Evans comes out as gay in emotional interview

  08-06-2026 13:15 via smh.com.au
  
  Kane Evans, former NRL enforcer and Fijian international, is the second male player to publicly come out in professional Australian rugby league, in an interview aired on Channel Nine’s 100% Footy.
  
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• ‘Where it’s headed’: Shock Madge claim as Broncos urged to make big Walsh change

  08-06-2026 12:53 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Brisbane’s stunning five-game losing streak and fall from grace after last year’s premiership triumph could see coach Michael Maguire suddenly come under pressure.
  
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• ‘It sucks’… but defiant coach insists Pies aren’t done as star’s ‘insane’ bravery laid bare

  08-06-2026 12:27 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood coach Craig McRae remains fiercely optimistic his side can still make a splash in 2026, declaring: “While there’s a breath, we’re going to be taking all the oxygen we can.”
  
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• ‘Impatient’: McRae’s huge Neale hint as free agent ‘intentions’ revealed... and caveat they must consider

  08-06-2026 12:22 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood coach Craig McRae has all but confirmed his club will again be major players in the free agency market this off-season, declaring the Magpies are “impatient” to continue evolving their list.
  
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• Daley names NSW Blues squad

  08-06-2026 12:14 via theage.com.au
  
  Laurie Daley confirms the selection of Isaiya Katoa for the game two NSW squad.
  
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• ‘Plan C’: Ciraldo’s shock reveal on Bulldogs’ ‘medical marvel’ as Crichton gives big injury update

  08-06-2026 11:54 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo was a relieved man in his post-game press conference on Monday afternoon, revealing the “medical marvel” behind their hard-fought 14-12 win.
  
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• ‘Moving arms and legs to make sure’: Serious injury fears as ex-Pie hospitalised after scary tackle

  08-06-2026 11:50 via foxsports.com.au
  An unnerving hush descended across the MCG on Monday as premiership Pie turned Melbourne recruit Brody Mihocek was stretched off after being on the wrong end of an awkward tackle.
  
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• Late theatrics as Pickett plays on to seal Melbourne win; Mihocek taken to hospital

  08-06-2026 11:41 via theage.com.au
  
  Collingwood went into the final quarter with the lead, but it was the Demons who snatched victory in a classic King’s Birthday clash. Earlier, Andy Lee, Amy Shark and the Governor-General Sam Mostyn tackled the slide at the Big Freeze.
  
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• Mihocek temporarily lost feeling in limbs after scary tackle accident

  08-06-2026 11:35 via theage.com.au
  
  The King’s Birthday game stopped for more than eight minutes as Mihocek was carefully moved onto a stretcher and taken from the field in a neck brace during his first game against his old side.
  
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• Kalyn Ponga has a shoulder charge problem. NSW will be hoping history repeats

  08-06-2026 11:30 via smh.com.au
  
  The Queensland fullback has escaped suspension for two incidents recently. A third could cost Queensland the Origin series.
  
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• ‘Best day of my life’: Inside Dee’s ‘emotional’ 724-day debut journey… and bonkers bench moment

  08-06-2026 11:22 via foxsports.com.au
  
  He was drenched from head to toe in water and sports drink.
  
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• BREAKING: Daley’s crucial halves call made as veteran returns in Blues shake-up

  08-06-2026 11:12 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Laurie Daley has named his 21-man NSW squad for Game II of the 2026 series, with changes looming for a potential series decider at the MCG.
  
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