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News.com.au
3 days ago
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- News.com.au
Shots fired as Footy TV war erupts over ‘rookie error'
Matthew Lloyd couldn't help himself. The Essendon legend and his Channel 9 crew couldn't resist taking a shot at veteran football reporter Caroline Wilson after an embarrassing moment on Monday night. Channel 7's Agenda Setters has become a popular addition to the network's beefed up footy coverage this year after raiding Nine for some of its most notable on-air talent, including Kane Cornes. FOX FOOTY, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every match of every round in the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE in 4K, with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited-time offer. The Agenda Setters and Nine's established Footy Classified have gone up against each other on Monday and Tuesday night timeslots this year. It's why Lloyd's light-hearted dig at his former Channel 9 colleague has caught the eye. The Bombers goalkicker was happy to highlight two awkward moments on The Agenda Setters, which went to air before Footy Classified. The Agenda Setters began in bizarre scenes with the Monday night panel — Wilson, Nick Riewoldt, host Sam McClure and veteran commentator Craig Hutchison — unable to be seen with the broadcast beginning with a lighting failure. It got worse for Seven's new show when Wilson had the mortifying moment of having her phone ring live on air. The veteran commentator was in the middle of a discussion about the future of Cats coach Chris Scott when her mobile started chirping. 'I'm sorry that's my telephone,' she said reaching into a bag. 'What a terrible time for that to happen.' Hutchison, Riewoldt, McClure saw the funny side of it. So did Lloyd and the team at Footy Classified. 'I'm a little bit nervous because they're all good friends of mine, but (I'm giving) a cook tonight for The Agenda Setters because when they went to air tonight, I honestly thought Hutchy had failed to pay his electricity bills,' he said with a grin. 'I think there was a little bit of trickery with their new set. I honestly thought he hadn't paid his bills. 'Ten minutes later, Caro... made a major rookie error.' Hutchison's production company Rainmaker is responsible for managing the show. Nine and many other commentators in the industry have been taking shots at Wilson this month since she first reported Saints gun Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera was not considering the Crows as a future destination because of racist comments made by Taylor Walker in 2021. Wanganeen-Milera was drafted by St Kilda later that year and the South Australian, who has emerged as a young superstar halfback, is now weighing up whether to return to his home state or remain at the Saints with lucrative offers looming either way. Football journalist Tom Morris last week went against Wilson's report, saying Wanganeen-Milera had spoken to Walker over the phone to clarify with the Crows veteran that he had no 'lingering issues' with him. Lloyd's jab was far from the only eyebrow-raising segment across Monday night's footy shows. The Agenda Setters played footage captured by Fox Footy showing the bizarre sight of Fremantle having photos of AFL umpires hanging up in their Optus Stadium dressing room. The mugshots of the four whistleblowers on the wall caught the eye of Saints legend Riewoldt. 'I saw this from the weekend, found it interesting,' Riewoldt said on Seven. 'They're clearly trying to arm the players with the umpires' names. 'They look like mug shots, those pics. 'But I reckon the players have got enough to worry about, don't they? Without trying to memorise umpires' names.'
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
'Played the biggest role': Laura Kane's actions come to light after Ugle-Hagan's return
The AFL's executive general manager Laura Kane reportedly played a pivotal role in helping convince Jamarra Ugle-Hagan to return to training with the Western Bulldogs on Monday. Ugle-Hagan fronted the Bulldogs' playing group for the first time since taking a leave of absence seven weeks ago, and was seen taking part in light training drills. Whether or not it opens the door for the troubled forward to return to action this year remains to be seen, but he could be weeks away from a possible playing comeback at VFL level. The 23-year-old hasn't played a game this season due to personal issues, and hasn't been regularly training with the Bulldogs since late last year. Discussing the situation on Monday night, leading journalist Caroline Wilson claimed Kane has been "meeting semi-regularly" with Ugle-Hagan and has "played the biggest role of anyone from the AFL" in getting him back on the training paddock. "She's been involved in many of the meetings with Jamarra and has played a pivotal role," Wilson said on Channel 7 program 'The Agenda Setters'. Wilson said Ugle-Hagan expressed remorse to teammates and staff on Monday, and the Bulldogs will be "cautious" when deciding when he might play again. Speaking on SEN radio on Tuesday, fellow journalist Tom Morris revealed the return to training was sparked by Ugle-Hagan bumping into some teammates on Saturday night. "Laura Kane has been meeting semi-regularly with Jamarra Ugle-Hagan and she has - I think - played the biggest role of anyone from the AFL."Caroline Wilson on Jamarra's return to the Bulldogs 👉 — 7AFL (@7AFL) June 16, 2025 But Morris believes there are a number of Bulldogs players who need to see a lot more from Ugle-Hagan before the club can consider a return to playing. 'The club wasn't even 100 per cent sure that Jamarra would turn up on Monday. They were hopeful, he said he wanted to be there," Morris said. 'He bumped into a few teammates at the Osborne on Saturday night who were there for a teammate's birthday. He was saying he was going to be there on Monday, but as late as Sunday afternoon there wasn't any confirmation. 'He'd spoken to Ameet Bains, the CEO. He'd spoken to Luke Beveridge, the coach. He was there at the club, early, ready to go. He walked in, he spoke to his teammates. There was no apology or sorry per se, but there was an acknowledgment of remorse for the way things have panned out and some of his actions over the past few months. 'Which satisfied some people but there's still a section of the playing group that needs to be convinced that Jamarra is the professional an AFL player should be. It's going to take some time, that's for sure. There are still some players who are circumspect around his return. But they're willing to give him a go." Essendon great Matthew Lloyd believes Ugle-Hagan won't play another game for the Bulldogs at AFL level, but the club will use him in VFL to get him ready for a potential trade. "I was surprised to see him back," Lloyd said on 3AW radio. "For his own career and for him to play somewhere next year, he needed to go back and it's good for him, that helps him find a new home next year ... and it's good for the Dogs because it gets his (trade) value up and they can get something for him. "He won't play a game for the Dogs. He might play four VFL games late in the year, but it's almost like fattening the cow, in a sense. They're fattening his value so the Dogs can get something for a former No.1 draft pick." RELATED: AFL world sends flood of messages over news about Abbey Holmes Erin Phillips' heartfelt admission about family after highest honour Ugle-Hagan is contracted with the Dogs until the end of 2026, but has been the subject of trade speculation and linked with a possible move to the Sydney Swans. But Beveridge recently swatted away suggestions he could be on the move this year, declaring him "our player". "I've got no thoughts that he won't be here next year," Beveridge said earlier this month. Ugle-Hagan led the Bulldogs with a career-best 43 goals in 22 appearances last year, but has not featured at any level since the elimination final defeat to Hawthorn. His return to the club comes with the Bulldogs (7-6) sitting ninth on the ladder - one win outside the top eight - ahead of a clash with Richmond on Sunday. with AAP
Daily Mail
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Furious AFL legend Mitch Robinson calls for veteran journalist to be FINED over 'fake' racism story involving Adelaide Crows star Taylor Walker
AFL legend Mitch Robinson has called for footy journalists to 'face real accountability' and even be fined if they produce stories which turn out to be factually incorrect. It follows veteran scribe Caroline Wilson reporting this week St Kilda's off-contract Indigenous young gun Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera won't entertain joining the Adelaide Crows due to a racist comment from club great Tex Walker in 2021. Following Wilson's report which featured on Channel 7'sThe Agenda Setters, a denial followed from Wanganeen-Milera's management. 'Reports made in the media suggesting that Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has ruled out joining the Adelaide Crows due to comments made by Taylor Walker in 2021 are false,' player manager Ben Williams said in a statement. Despite significant backlash which has followed, Wilson is standing by her story - and she also revealed Crows veteran Walker 'clearly is not happy with me at the moment'. Robinson - who played 247 career games - felt Wilson could have been off the mark. Taking to X, a fired up Mitch Robinson vented his frustration at Caroline Wilson and AFL media (pictured) Taking to X, decorated Carlton and Brisbane Lions midfielder Robinson vented his frustration. 'Where's the media frenzy around Caroline Wilson after pushing claims that were flatly denied from the start?,' he tweeted. 'Flip the script, if a player said anything remotely similar, their past would be dug up and crucified by all. Time journos faced real accountability….even fines.' Robinson's bold suggestion was well received by footy fans on social media, with many scathing of Wilson's reporting style. Meanwhile, Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has lamented an 'unfair' report suggesting Walker's historical racism incident could affect the club's pursuit of Wanganeen-Milera for 2026 and beyond. The third-placed Crows are in Launceston ahead of a blockbuster clash with fellow top eight side Hawthorn on Friday night. But the game has been overshadowed by a report - separate to Wilson's - on the Nine Network this week, which said Wanganeen-Milera won't ever play for Adelaide. The 22-year-old is out of contract at season's end and both the Crows and Port Adelaide are attempting to lure him home to South Australia. Walker, 35, received a six-game ban and $20,000 fine from the AFL in 2021 after he was overheard making a racist comment about North Adelaide's Indigenous player Robbie Young at an Adelaide SANFL match. 'I didn't like the way it played out at all. I think it (media reporting of Walker) was unfair,' Nicks told reporters. 'I'm proud of what Taylor has done after what was an unacceptable moment four years ago. 'He's done a lot of work on educating himself.'
The Herald Scotland
12-06-2025
- The Herald Scotland
Highland Council presses ahead with Corran Ferry foot passenger fares
But the move was delayed after a group of councillors pushed for a full debate, as local opposition grew. The plan, which would have raised around £20,000 a year, has now been approved despite fears it could damage the area's 'fragile' economy. The ferry service carries over 10,000 foot passengers per year. Located between the A82 and A861, it provides a 'lifeline' connection linking the communities of Fort William, Ardgour, Sunart, Ardnamurchan, Moidart, Morar, Morvern and the Isle of Mull. The alternative journey by road around Loch Linnhe takes about two hours, with the ferry providing regular runs seven days a week, with each journey taking five minutes. The ferry is seen as a vital link for some of Scotland's most rural communities (Image: Caroline Wilson) There had been calls for the council to 'pause and review' the scheme until an economic impact investigation could be carried out by October – and allow foot passengers to travel for free until then. Councillors Andrew Baxter and Kate Willis had both called for a pause, brining the issue to a vote before the whole council However, after a vote on Thursday councillors decided to press ahead with the plan to bring in the charges. The debate in Inverness heard emotive speeches from many councillors, with Ardnamurchan representative Sarah Fannet warning that people paying £4 each way to cross the Corran Narrows would lead to a cost of '£80 a month to walk to work'. READ MORE: First foot passenger fare approved for 'lifeline' ferry route Fares to increase on one of Scotland's most scenic ferry routes A petition against the charge had attracted almost 800 signatures, with a local business warns of job losses if the "ferry tax" had gone ahead. Two years ago the ageing MV Corran and back-up MV Maid of Glencoul ferries both broke down, stopping vehicle crossings for 145 days. According to reports, the loss of ferry crossings lead to firms struggling, with the economic loss counted in millions. Ardnamurchan (Image: NQ) Luke Alexander, who owns and runs The Inn at Ardgour where the Corran Ferry lands, said the foot fare would be a "terrible idea". He told the West Coast Today website: "We were never consulted about this in any way. Economically for Ardgour, it has the potential to be devastating. "To add £4 per person to the cost of their visit is prohibitive. It will be like a tax on their visit. "We will lose a minimum of £40,000 in sales, with a worst case scenario of losses exceeding £80,000." Highland Council said the new charge will come into effect this summer and will include foot passengers and pedal cyclists.
Daily Mail
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Why theGWS Giants social media team have been accused of having no class over one post
The GWS Giants ' social media team are widely known as the savviest in the AFL - but they have been accused of lacking decorum following a recent post involving former midfield star Tim Taranto. Adam Kingsley's men narrowly avoided a shock defeat against Richmond on May 31 on home soil - and then cheekily published an image of Taranto wearing a GWS jumper. The picture also featured the fulltime score and the word 'WIN.' Taranto left the Giants at the end of 2022 to join Richmond on a lucrative seven-year deal. Speaking on Channel 7's The Agenda Setters, host Craig Hutchison felt it was a classless move. 'He played a very good game, Taranto, but it's just cheekiness,' he said on Monday. 'Their social team have been (previously) well acclaimed.' Collingwood premiership hero Dale Thomas added the Giants social team have been 'brilliant' in recent years - but the Taranto post was a 'miss' in his eyes. 'I like near on everything they do. I thought the stuff that they've done around pretty much every team they come up against has been fantastic,' he said. 'But that (one) was (definitely) a miss.' Veteran AFL journalist Caroline Wilson was on the same page, adamant it was an instance of 'poor sportsmanship.' It also isn't the first time GWS have come under fire for their bold social media posts. They often get under the skin of the Swans online - and in April, they mocked Collingwood after the Magpies reportedly pleaded with the AFL to exclude them from being involved in Opening Round for the 2026 season. The basis for their plea to league bosses relates to having to travel interstate in March. It followed GWS thumping the current AFL ladder leaders in their season opener by 52 points - and given Craig McRae's side also lost their first match of 2024, they want to start next year with a match in Melbourne. GWS were happy to stir the pot at the time - dishing up a hilarious sledge in response to the report on social media. Initially they quoted the news story on X, before posting three laughing-face emojis. The club's official account then reposted a video of Blake Shelton and Michael Buble performing 'Home', while captioning the video clip: 'Collingwood after their annual trip interstate.'
