Inside story of an AFL umpire on the run
From race horses and Instagram-worthy cafes to luxury homes, a former AFL umpire’s secret life has been exposed as the alleged conman dodges authorities over multimillion-dollar fraud.
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There are two Goyder exit options – but only one he deserves
After two decades of blatantly compromised integrity probes, jobs for the boys and a lack of accountability, the AFL’s administration finally appears headed for change – and these are the men being urged to take over.
Arrest warrant issued for runaway AFL umpire over $8.7m fraud
A formal arrest warrant has been issued for runaway umpire Troy Pannell, after he was accused of an $8.7m fraud in Victoria. It comes as Crows legend Mark Ricciuto called on the AFL to investigate accusations of bias.
Tigers fans didn’t know it — but this day created a dynasty
It was Richmond’s high-point in a 37-year run of misery. And although Tigers’ fans weren’t aware — it put them on a path to premiership glory over two decades later.
Ex-AFL umpire on the run over alleged multimillion-dollar fraud
A former AFL umpire is accused of ripping off his employer to the tune of $8.7m and lawyers are concerned he could try to flee the country.
Warner: ‘Creeping incompetence’ at AFL HQ continues to hurt footy
Andrew Dillon is a decent man and football people want him to succeed. But the AFL CEO is being hamstrung by both his executive team and the commission above him, writes Michael Warner.
Why bringing Rory to Melbourne would be a stroke of genius
It’ll cost a small fortune and may not even come off, but if the Victorian can secure Rory McIlroy to, it will go some way to rebuild the state’s damaged major events reputation, writes Michael Warner
‘I’m just sick of it’: The frightening reality for broken Bombers great
Paul Vander Haar was walking up his driveway when he blacked out and broke his femur. The ex-Bomber opens up to Michael Warner about his struggles and the need for greater support for ex-footballers.
Rosebud slight in Point Lonsdale fight
The mayor of a tiny Bellarine Peninsula municipality says the coastal idyll of Point Lonsdale risks ending up “like Rosebud” if the historic manor estate of Australia’s second prime minister, Alfred Deakin, falls into the hands of developers.
Cyclist pockets secret payout in case over Daniel Andrews crash
A major law firm has agreed to hand over several hundreds of thousands of dollars to the cyclist struck by Daniel Andrews’ SUV, weeks before an explosive Supreme Court trial was due to begin.
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