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7NEWS
27-05-2025
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Lachie Neale ‘clips' young teammate Will Ashcroft with ‘extraordinary comments'
Agenda Setters host Caroline Wilson says Brisbane captain Lachie Neale's assessment of the professionalism of his young teammate Will Ashcroft were 'extraordinary'. In just his third AFL season, Ashcroft has already announced himself as one of the premier midfielders of the competition, having won a Norm Smith Medal in just his 31st game last year. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today He is widely regarded as one of the most professional young players in the AFL, and a lot of his early success has been attributed to that by his coaches and those around him. But Neale appeared to see it slightly differently, saying Ashcroft still had some way to go. On Tuesday night, Wilson said: 'Could we have a quick listen to the Brownlow medallist, Lachie Neale, and some extraordinary comments — well, it pricked up my ears anyway.' Asked on SEN if Ashcroft was the most professional player he'd ever seen, Neale fell short of giving praise that high. 'I've seen some pretty professional blokes, and he's still working on his body and what he needs to do to get to that top echelon,' Neale said. 'But he's still learning though and he's got a little way to go to be the most professional, but I think the way he handles himself is first-class.' It was an answer that cause Wilson by surprise. 'I thought that was a bit of a clip and really fascinating,' she said. 'He's got a lot of work to do, clearly.' Neale and Ashcroft were the Lions' two best players in their premiership victory against Sydney last year. They have formed one of the competition's best midfield duos, and complete a superstar quartet with Hugh McCluggage and Josh Dunkley, who comprehensively beat Hawthorn at the weekend. Brisbane (8-1-2) had a short break before hosting Essendon at the Gabba on Thursday night. The Hawks (7-4) face another huge test on Friday night when they face premiership favourites Collingwood at the MCG. Lions forward Charlie Cameron was instrumental in their win over the Hawks, overcoming his early-season form slump break the game open with three goals in three minutes late in the second quarter. 'When you're sort of going through a little stumble —missing goals and opportunities — just to finish your work, it's pretty satisfying,' Cameron said. 'I know how much those little things add up throughout the year ... we've got a big game coming up against Essendon so I can take a lot of confidence from this.'
Perth Now
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Richard Ashcroft told Noel Gallagher he was the 'only person' who could open for Oasis
Richard Ashcroft told Noel Gallagher he was the "only person" who could open for Oasis on their reunion tour. Gallagher is reuniting with his estranged brother Liam and their bandmates to get the group back on the road this summer for series of sell-out stadium shows on the 'Oasis Live '25 Tour' and The Verve star Ashcroft will be supporting them on all of their UK and Ireland shows - and he's convinced he was the right choice because of his long history with Oasis. In an interview on 'The Chris Moyles Show' on Radio X, Ashcroft explained: "I see it as I've got a very important part to play in this. "You know, back in the day Oasis supported The Verve and then it flipped around and we supported Oasis at Earls Court, then I as a solo artist have played with Oasis. "I said to Noel: 'You know, I think I'm the only person who could go in this slot. Especially for a huge outdoor show, because everyone wants your lot. And unless you're coming with something, unless you've got something to offer, I don't know what's gonna happen'." Oasis previously opened for The Verve back in 1993 before the release of their 1994 debut album 'Definitely Maybe' and Ashcroft's band went on to support the brothers' group at The Bataclan venue in Paris, France in 1995. Ashcroft went on to perform with Oasis at gigs in Scotland in 1995 and he also sang on their track 'All Around The World' which featured on the 1997 record 'Be Here Now'. He added: "I think it's great that we're still around. I've been there almost in that whole story together with them. Right from the day one. "Before their album came out, first album [1994's 'Definitely Maybe'], seen that. They were kind of like mega successful before I was. They were on [TV show] 'Top Of The Pops'. By the time it was my turn, it was like they'd been all over it. "They sold millions of albums, blah, blah, blah, but the rarity of that, that you could have two bands, both in transits off playing to 300 people. "Both saying: 'We're gonna do this.' 'No, no we're gonna do that'. And for that to happen is incredible." Cast will also be opening for the band on the 'Oasis Live '25 Tour', which kicks off in Cardiff, Wales on July 4.
Cision Canada
21-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
New Mackenzie Investments Funds Provide Investment Opportunities Across Geographies and Sectors Français
Mackenzie International All Cap Equity Fund provides diversification beyond North American equities, while Mackenzie US Value Fund uncovers high-quality, attractive opportunities in the U.S. TORONTO, May 21, 2025 /CNW/ - Mackenzie Investments ("Mackenzie") today announced the launch of two new mutual funds, Mackenzie International All Cap Equity Fund and Mackenzie US Value Fund (each a "Fund" and together, the "Funds"). Both Funds aim to provide investors with enhanced portfolio diversification by offering them access to new opportunities in a variety of markets, sectors and companies. Mackenzie International All Cap Equity Fund Mackenzie International All Cap Equity Fund seeks to provide investors with true international equity exposure and diversification. Managed by the Mackenzie Europe and Asia Teams, the Fund invests in a range of market caps and styles, following a core approach that aims to capture return potential from around the world, adapting to market fluctuations. The teams' nimble approach allows them to pivot and uncover alpha opportunities as they arise. "This Fund is a great option for investors looking to diversify their portfolios outside of North America," said Kristi Ashcroft, Executive Vice President, Products & Solutions, Mackenzie Investments. "The Fund leverages a fundamental approach that is centered around the regional expertise of Mackenzie's investment boutiques in Europe and Asia, and aims to give investors access to the high conviction investment ideas across the market cap spectrum." Mackenzie US Value Fund Mackenzie US Value Fund, sub-advised by Putnam Investments, seeks to invest in undervalued U.S. companies across diverse sectors. These companies are characterized by robust cash flows, resilient business models and substantial growth potential. "The investment paradigm that has dominated the last several years may be shifting, and against that backdrop, investors may be looking to diversify from mandates focused on growth stocks. Backed by a team with decades of value-investing experience, the Fund will offer a concentrated portfolio that seeks high risk-adjusted returns through a focus on stock selection and disciplined risk management," concluded Ms. Ashcroft. For more information on Mackenzie's investment solutions, please visit About Mackenzie Investments Mackenzie Investments ("Mackenzie") is a Canadian investment management firm with approximately $213 billion in assets under management as of April 30, 2025. Mackenzie seeks to create a more invested world by delivering strong investment performance and offering innovative portfolio solutions and related services to more than one million retail and institutional clients through multiple distribution channels. Founded in 1967, it is a global asset manager with offices across Canada as well as in Beijing, Boston, Dublin, Hong Kong and London. Mackenzie is a member of IGM Financial Inc. (TSX: IGM), part of the Power Corporation group of companies and one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management organizations with approximately $269 billion in total assets under management and advisement as of April 30, 2025. For more information, visit
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New Mackenzie Investments Funds Provide Investment Opportunities Across Geographies and Sectors
Mackenzie International All Cap Equity Fund provides diversification beyond North American equities, while Mackenzie US Value Fund uncovers high-quality, attractive opportunities in the U.S. TORONTO, May 21, 2025 /CNW/ - Mackenzie Investments ("Mackenzie") today announced the launch of two new mutual funds, Mackenzie International All Cap Equity Fund and Mackenzie US Value Fund (each a "Fund" and together, the "Funds"). Both Funds aim to provide investors with enhanced portfolio diversification by offering them access to new opportunities in a variety of markets, sectors and companies. Mackenzie International All Cap Equity FundMackenzie International All Cap Equity Fund seeks to provide investors with true international equity exposure and diversification. Managed by the Mackenzie Europe and Asia Teams, the Fund invests in a range of market caps and styles, following a core approach that aims to capture return potential from around the world, adapting to market fluctuations. The teams' nimble approach allows them to pivot and uncover alpha opportunities as they arise. "This Fund is a great option for investors looking to diversify their portfolios outside of North America," said Kristi Ashcroft, Executive Vice President, Products & Solutions, Mackenzie Investments. "The Fund leverages a fundamental approach that is centered around the regional expertise of Mackenzie's investment boutiques in Europe and Asia, and aims to give investors access to the high conviction investment ideas across the market cap spectrum." Mackenzie US Value FundMackenzie US Value Fund, sub-advised by Putnam Investments, seeks to invest in undervalued U.S. companies across diverse sectors. These companies are characterized by robust cash flows, resilient business models and substantial growth potential. "The investment paradigm that has dominated the last several years may be shifting, and against that backdrop, investors may be looking to diversify from mandates focused on growth stocks. Backed by a team with decades of value-investing experience, the Fund will offer a concentrated portfolio that seeks high risk-adjusted returns through a focus on stock selection and disciplined risk management," concluded Ms. Ashcroft. For more information on Mackenzie's investment solutions, please visit Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund and ETF investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. Mutual funds and ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. About Mackenzie InvestmentsMackenzie Investments ("Mackenzie") is a Canadian investment management firm with approximately $213 billion in assets under management as of April 30, 2025. Mackenzie seeks to create a more invested world by delivering strong investment performance and offering innovative portfolio solutions and related services to more than one million retail and institutional clients through multiple distribution channels. Founded in 1967, it is a global asset manager with offices across Canada as well as in Beijing, Boston, Dublin, Hong Kong and London. Mackenzie is a member of IGM Financial Inc. (TSX: IGM), part of the Power Corporation group of companies and one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management organizations with approximately $269 billion in total assets under management and advisement as of April 30, 2025. For more information, visit SOURCE Mackenzie Investments View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Telegraph
09-05-2025
- Business
- Telegraph
Imperial War Museum U-turns on decision to axe Victoria Cross display
The Imperial War Museum has backed down over plans to shut its gallery housing the world's largest collection of Victoria Crosses. Lord Ashcroft had threatened to sue the trustees of the Imperial War Museum (IWM) over plans to close down his namesake gallery, which displays his £70 million collection of 230 Victoria Cross and George Cross medals. The IWM has now agreed to delay the closure from June 1 until at least Sept 30, so the gallery could remain open for children during the summer holidays and for VJ (Victory over Japan) Day on Aug 15. The billionaire businessman said in a statement on social media: 'Pleased to announce that the Imperial War Museum has now accepted that it must keep the Lord Ashcroft Gallery open until the end of September. 'This will mean that school children, summer visitors to London and others can enjoy my unique collection of over 200 Victoria Cross and George Cross decorations until VJ Day and beyond.' The Lord Ashcroft Gallery was opened in 2010 following a £5 million donation from the life peer. 'Short-sighted' decision making The museum had announced earlier this year that the gallery would close to make way for exhibits exploring post-Second World War conflicts, including the Falklands, Iraq and Afghanistan, which it says are 'less well represented'. The IWM said it would display its own, far smaller, collection of medals but return the entirety of Lord Ashcroft's collection to him. The Telegraph understands that Lord Ashcroft has been unable to find a suitable vault to contain the collection and had asked that the museum provide a suitable location in the meantime, threatening legal action if they do not. Lord Ashcroft met with living recipients of the medals at the gallery last week as part of an annual reunion for members of the Victoria Cross and George Cross Association. He said the meeting had made him determined to keep the gallery open for the complete duration of his agreement with the museum. The IWM's decision to keep the gallery open until September has been welcomed by supporters of the collection. Baroness Jenkin of Kennington said: 'Thank goodness the IWM have seen sense. The Lord Ashcroft Gallery contains much of our military history and an opportunity for the next generation to learn about the amazing people who won the VC.' The pending closure had previously attracted criticism from veterans and politicians, who said the sacrifice and heroism of Britain's bravest soldiers risked being forgotten. Christopher Finney, who became the youngest-ever recipient of the George Cross after he was injured rescuing several of his comrades from American aircraft 'friendly fire' in Iraq in 2003, described the museum's decision as a 'misstep'. The former L/Cpl of Horse in the Household Cavalry and chairman of the Victoria Cross and George Cross Association said: 'I think the general feeling is just one of disappointment, to have that closed down in such an iconic museum. 'I just feel it would be awful if they [the recipients] are forgotten from our collective consciousness.' The 40-year-old added: 'It is perhaps a bit short-sighted, it just feels it is possibly a misstep.'
