Channel 7 commentator ‘shattered’ over death
Former teammates of ex-Adelaide Crows star Heather Anderson have paid tribute to the premiership winner after her shock death aged 28.
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Gut-wrenching detail after AFLW star’s death
The tragic death of former AFLW star and ADF medic Heather Anderson, 28, has reignited an important conversation about military mental health.
AFLW in shock as star dies aged 28
The AFLW has been left in shock after it was revealed premiership winner Heather Anderson had passed away aged 28.
‘Huge heart’: Crows in shock after death of premiership player
The Adelaide Crows are deeply saddened by the shock passing of foundation player Heather Anderson at the age of 28.
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