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James has more than 20 years’ experience in the media industry, predominantly in sports. He has held writing and editing roles with AAP, FourFourTwo, The Sydney Morning Herald, AFL Media and Finder and spends too much time watching, playing or discussing sport.

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AFL

Jamie Elliott and Isaac Heeney this season. Photos: News Corp/Phil Hillyard

Truth behind why AFL is at its ultimate peak

While there are clear divides between interstate teams and the foundation clubs, the AFL’s on-field product has never been stronger.

Golf

‘Identify as female’: Golf controversy erupts

Three members of an elite Australian golf club have been suspended over a sexism row related to membership fees.

AFL

Brendan Kerin and Pauline Hanson. Photos: Fox Sports/NewsWire

Pauline calls for Welcome to Country ban

Senator Pauline Hanson has weighed into the Welcome to Country controversy, stating Australians “are sick and tired of them”.

AFL

The Welcome to Country and national anthem performed before the game. Photo: Channel 7.

‘Disgrace’: Australia reacts to blunt Welcome

An unexpected comment in an unusual Welcome to Country before the GWS Giants’ finals defeat has divided Australia.

UpdatedAFL

A fired up Hinkley on-field and far more contrite in his post-match press conference. Photos: Fox Sports/Getty Images

Hinkley‘s huge fine over Jack Ginnivan rant

The AFL has handed down its punishment to Ken Hinkley after the Port coach lost his cool following his side’s win over Hawthorn.

UpdatedUFC

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 14: Sean OÃ¢â¬â¢Malley of the United States looks on prior to his fight against Merab Dvalishvili of Georgia for the bantamweight title during UFC 306: Riyadh Season Noche at Sphere on September 14, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Champion stunned in one-sided UFC bout

“Suga” Sean O’Malley has suffered a devastating loss to Georgian Merab Dvalishvili in a one-sided contest at the Sphere in Las Vegas.

UpdatedBoxing

A bizarre character held the belt after Canelo's victory.

‘Teen wolf’ character shocks boxing world

Canelo Alvarez won his latest fight, but it was a bizarre event capped by a mysterious hairy figure holding a championship belt.

UFC

Irene Aldana's brutal injuries at UFC 306. Photos: AFP/Fox Sports

Fighter ‘needs plastic surgery’ after bout

UFC 306 fans have all had the same reaction after a brutal women’s bantamweight fight in the Las Vegas Sphere.

AFL

Brisbane's Zac Bailey celebrates a goal with Cameron Rayner during the AFL Semi Final match between the GWS Giants and Brisbane Lions at Engie Stadium on September 14, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Giants ‘won’t recover’ after stunning defeat

The Brisbane Lions have come from the clouds to crush the GWS Giants’ dreams and keep their AFL premiership hopes alive.

AFL

Brendan Kerin delivering his unusual Welcome to Country.

‘Not for white people’: Blunt AFL Welcome

There has been a highly unusual Welcome to Country prior to the Brisbane Lions’ stunning comeback victory over GWS.

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