Top Channel Nine star gets a VERY surprising job with NRL team that has raised serious concerns
A Channel 9 superstar's proposed deal to join up with the Perth Bears has raised alarm bells among some NRL chiefs over the potential for a conflict.
James Bracey is now a front-runner to be the latest television personality to hold a position of power within an NRL club, with the broadcaster set to join up as a board member with the Perth Bears.
Bracey, 40, is a massive Bears fan and is, according to The Daily Telegraph, expected to take up one of seven spots available on the newly incorporated NRL club's board.
But there is a small hitch.
There is some concern from the NRL that his board-level involvement with the club could prove to be a conflict of interest, the outlet claims.
Following the announcement that the Bears would finally enter the league in the 2027 premiership season, the NRL has been working through issues relating to the involvement of members of the media in the club.
That is particularly in relation to Seven West Media, whose publication, The West Australian, has notably been critical of the move in the past.
NRL great Andrew Voss fumed at a recent front page from the outlet after the Bears were confirmed as the 18th side to enter the NRL.
The front page showed a picture of a bear snarling, with the headline: 'The Bad News Bears'. A subheading read: 'Rugby mad Roger Cook forces WA taxpayers to pay Sydney NRL rejects $65m to play in Perth'.
The story itself blasted the move, criticised financial projections and picked holes in the plan to situate a new NRL side in Perth.
It claimed that revenue predictions were wrong, adding that the ARLC claimed the team would bring in $52million, but further investigations show that figure to be more in the region of $28.
Voss branded it 'clickbait'.
That came after Anthony De Ceglie, who is the former editor-in-chief at The West Australian, was appointed as the Bears chief executive.
Seven were instructed, according to The Daily Telegraph, not to include De Ceglie in their broadcast coverage of Mal Meninga's appointment.
The outlet adds that Bracey's inclusion could put a strain on tensions between Seven Chiefs and the NRL.
'I would love to be a part of [the Bears],' Bracey told 100 per cent footy in May.
'I've been there with the pom poms since I was a kid.
But he remained coy on what role he could take with the new footy club.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Guardian
an hour ago
- The Guardian
South Africa v Australia: World Test Championship final cricket, day three
Update: Date: 2025-06-13T08:30:33.000Z Title: Preamble Content: Hello for the final time from Lord's for this World Test Championship final. Yes, it's only Day 3, but surely, surely, this Test finishes today. The sun is shining bright and the forecast is the best for the week. Australia have only Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, and Josh Hazlewood to bat, in a match where wickets have fallen readily. They lead by 218 right now. So unless there is an extraordinary partnership, South Africa will either chase the runs today or be bowled out trying. On the evidence of their first innings, 'bowled out trying' is the likelier option. They were all out for 138 and looked nowhere against Australia's pace quality. But they have the chance to do better, to say that they are here and ready to compete. It's only the third day, after all! Good for batting. But first, they need those last two wickets. They dropped Starc in the cordon last night, just before stumps. Can't be doing that. For Australia, sneaking another 10, 20, 30 runs for the final two wickets could make all the difference. Get set.
Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- Daily Mail
The Block star warns the Channel Nine homes are a dud buy ahead of upcoming season in Daylesford
Property guru Frank Valentic has issued a stark warning that homes featured on Channel Nine's The Block are often a 'dud buy', struggling to hold their value after the cameras stop rolling. One of the biggest reasons for this, the Melbourne-based buyer's agent said, is because the properties do not come with enough land. The Advantage Property Consulting director and familiar face on The Block pulled no punches when asked whether the contestant-renovated homes are a good investment. 'It's land that appreciates over time. Buildings depreciate,' he told referencing the first six seasons of The Block set in eastern suburbs apartment blocks, and adjacent townhouses, in Sydney. Meanwhile serial Block buyer Adrian Portelli gave away all five of the Philip Island homes he purchased last year for $15million in a raffle. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. One in five buyer's from The Block's previous 19 seasons have ended up re-selling their made-for-TV home at a loss. One particularly unfortunate purchaser found themselves $600,000 out of pocket after offloading their property, just six years after purchasing it. Many of these 'renovated' homes have also languished on the market for hundreds of days, gathering dust. Although The Block houses can be a good investment for high-income investors seeking tax benefits and capital growth, they come with potential risks. Chief among them is the ability to successfully market a property whose renovation flaws have been aired for all of Australia to see. Of the 32 Block properties re-listed for sale since being auctioned fully furnished on-air, the Herald Sun reported 'seven have sold at a loss, two more failed to sell entirely and seven more struggled to seal a deal — taking more than 60 days to do so.' The worst offender was a three-bedroom apartment in Port Melbourne, from the 2016 season. It fetched a hefty $2.59 million under the hammer but was then flogged in 2022 for a paltry $1.98 million – a jaw-dropping $610,000 loss. Even the infamous former South Yarra hotel from season 11, where a self-proclaimed vampire gigolo was once accused of a horrific crime, has seen its Block apartments struggle. One unit sold for $1.722 million in 2016, a $13,000 drop from its original sale price a year earlier. Another sat on the market for 278 days with a $2.445 million price tag that failed to attract a single buyer, only to be re-listed in 2023 and languish for another 291 days. Valentic said keen investors should keep their eyes peeled for suburbs poised for a boom. In Melbourne, he believes areas like Elwood, Richmond, and Reservoir could follow in the footsteps of Toorak - the city's most elite suburb - rewarding savvy buyers who get in early. Filming for the 21st season of The Block is already underway in Daylesford, regional Victoria. Five new teams of everyday Aussies are currently transforming rundown holiday homes into luxury properties as part of a new neighbourhood within Hygge Property's Middleton Field estate. Belle Property Daylesford principal Will Walton, who sold the sprawling site to Channel Nine, confirmed the cast and crew are integrating well with the local community. With Portelli officially retiring from purchasing The Block homes in 2024, this upcoming season may prove a real test of the market for the properties. The median house sale price in Daylesford, Victoria, Australia, is approximately $819,000 - Daylesford's property market, particularly for houses, has experienced a recent decline in activity. While it was a popular area for investors, it's no longer considered a top-performing investment location, with a negative annual growth compound rate and a relatively low rental yield. However, it's important to consider that Daylesford's appeal as a desirable lifestyle location continues to attract buyers, particularly those seeking a tree-change.
Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- Daily Mail
South Africa are 6/4 outsiders to win the World Test Championship - as the final remains in the balance on day three at Lord's today
The World Test Championship hangs in the balance, as day three of the final takes place at Lord's today. After cleaning up South Africa's tail in the first innings on Thursday, Australia boasted a 74-run lead as they went out to bat in the second innings. The defending champions started well - with Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne recording a 28-run partnership without losing a wicket. However - it was an almighty collapse from that point on for the Aussies - with Andrew McDonald's side going 5-29 in a stunning period of play that saw all four of South Africa's quicks claim wickets. Australia managed to fight back late in the day - with Alex Carey and Mitchell Starc combining to score 59 runs. Carey eventually fell with a few overs remaining in the day and Australia were 144-8 at stumps. As a result, they have a 218-run lead and will be looking for their tail to wag further this morning and set the Proteas a tough run chase. It is Australia who are tipped to come out on top when looking at the betting lines - with Patrick Cummins and Co priced at 1/2. Conversely, South Africa are 6/4 outsiders to upset the applecart and win their first major trophy since 1998. In addition to the head-to-head odds, there is a Price Boost on offer courtesy of Sky Bet. Enhanced from 4/1 to 5/1, the bet requires Temba Bavuma to score the most runs for South Africa in the second innings. Bavuma registered the second highest score for South Africa in the first innings - with the Proteas captain recording 36 runs. Sky Bet odds for South Africa vs Australia: Australia 1/2 South Africa 6/4 Sky Bet Price Boost for South Africa vs Australia: Temba Bavuma to score the most runs for South Africa in the second innings WAS 4/1 NOW 5/1
