Hogan throws support behind AFLW star
FEDERAL Member for Page Kevin Hogan has put his unabashed support behind beleaguered AFLW star Tayla Harris.
Mackay
Don't miss out on the headlines from Mackay. Followed categories will be added to My News.
AUSSIE RULES: Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan has put his unabashed support behind beleaguered AFLW star Tayla Harris.
Harris was the target of unrelenting online abuse earlier this week after a photo of her in action for Carlton was attacked by online 'trolls'.
The post, which was put up by broadcaster Channel 7, was then removed which caused further outrage from the sporting community for giving in to the abuse.
The broadcaster made an immediate backflip on the decision, reposting the photo in all of its glory.
It was a decision which pleased Hogan who has been a proud supporter of womens aussie rules in the Northern Rivers through the Lismore Swans and burgeoning Grafton Tigers squad.
"(I am) glad Channel 7 apologised and reposted this photo of Tayla Harris kicking a great goal on the weekend," Hogan said.
"Taking it down sent the wrong message to our daughters and sisters. I post this photo proudly promoting women in sport."
The rise of women in AFL has nnot been missed on the North Coast with severl of our young stars aiming to make the step up to the top flight.
Yamba-born forward Brianna McFarlane was picked up by the Brisbane Lions during the AFLW draft last year before a shoulder reconstruction dashed the young hopeful of her rookie season.
Grafton Tigers juniors Lily Doyle and Georgia Breward are also on the cusp of AFLW selection, while the club will enter the North Coast AFL senior womens ranks for the first time this season.
Originally published as Hogan throws support behind AFLW star
Mackay sale and auction results, week ending February 9
Moranbah proved to be a hot market last week with nine properties selling for a total value of $4.3 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Plibersek’s office to ‘consider’ letter claiming mine risks koala future
Koalas and greater gliders are claimed to be at risk from Qld’s newest coal mine in new drone footage, as an environmental group urgently calls on the federal government to add more protections.
Where to watch the Super Bowl in Mackay and Whitsundays
As venues around Queensland get ready for one of the biggest games of the year, these are the Mackay and Whitsundays pubs, clubs, and restaurants hosting watch parties.
Floodwaters recede, but more rain still to come
Key roads still closed and warnings are in place for the soaked Mackay and Whitsunday regions. LATEST.
The Sunday Quiz: What is the tallest waterfall in the world?
Peter Dutton became Opposition Leader in what year? Which car firm makes the Camaro model? Put your knowledge of trivia to the test with The Sunday Quiz.
Drunk 27yo knocks out pub punter while trying to ‘help’
A Mackay man had “good intent” when he went outside to help a drunk pubgoer who ended up unconscious with blood pouring from his nose.