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Daily Mail
04-08-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Footy star has to be hospitalised after being bitten by a DOG mid-match
A bizarre event took place during a footy match in Noosa Heads on Saturday, after a former AFL player, who was turning out for his local side, was bitten by a dog midway through a game. Former Brisbane star Jonathan Freeman was playing for Noosa in their game against Surfers Paradise at the Rococo Oval, when he endured the bizarre encounter with the hound. The dog had been sitting inside the fence at the oval, when Freeman made his way towards the boundary line in an attempt to recover a kick forward. Under pressure from a Sunshine Coast defender, the 31-year-old missed the mark and, carried by his momentum, he travelled off the field, moving close to the pup. Footage, published on Noosa's Instagram account, appeared to show the dog move towards the footy player, who pulled up immediately, after copping a surprise bite from the hound. But that was not going to stop him from playing on, with the footy star hobbling for a moment before getting back on with the match. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Noosa Tigers AFC (@noosatigersafc) He stepped into play again, received a handball from a team-mate, before turning to goal. Freeman swung his injured right leg through the ball, only for it to miss the middle of the posts. 'Who would've thought this would happen in a game of footy?' Noosa posted on Instagram alongside the bizarre footage. They also shared a snap of Freeman receiving treatment from a team doctor on the touchline, with the footy star wincing as the medic dropped antiseptic onto the bite. The footy club confirmed that the ex-Lions star had taken himself to hospital following the bizarre incident but that he was doing fine, and even cracked a joke at his expense. 'In one of the more unexpected moments of the season, Noosa captain Jono Freeman copped a bite mid-game - yes, from an actual dog (and almost kicked the goal),' Noosa wrote. 'He went to hospital as a precaution and got the all clear. He's doing fine, just maybe steering clear of the dog park for a bit.' Freeman played as part of Brisbane's Academy programme during his early footy years. He'd go on to be snapped up by the Lions in the 2014 draft, becoming the first player to move from the Academy ranks to the AFL. The forward made 14 appearances for the Lions between 2014 and 2017, returning 16 goals. However, injuries prevented him from amassing a regular run of appearances in the top flight, with the club opting to delist him at the end of the 2017 season Despite that, he continued to play footy at a high level in the NEAFL with Aspley before joining up with WAFL side East Perth.
Daily Mirror
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Why service with a smile is the ultimate travel upgrade
Two thirds of Brits rate great service as one of the top drivers of a good hotel experience, along with delicious food, a fabulous shower and soft towels, according to a new study While we love the little luxuries that come with a hotel stay, it's the warm welcome and friendly service that really matter. Two thirds of Brits rate great service as one of the top drivers of a good hotel experience (69%), along with delicious food (67%), a fabulous shower (55%) and soft towels (34%), according to a new study. Nor does it stop at feeling welcome. Hotel guests who got 'service with a smile' were six times more likely to remember their visit, felt 51% more welcome, and 75% more likely to come back. Incredibly friendly staff can actually make your food taste better, your bed feel comfier and your break 22% more enjoyable overall, according to the survey conducted by Hampton by Hilton and researchers at Goldsmiths, University of London. Researchers used guest surveys combined with innovative eye-tracking technology and facial analysis to measure guests' emotional responses to friendly service, revealing that 'service with a smile' displayed 3.5 times higher levels of overall happiness during their stay. The hotel brand also teamed up with rapper and TV personality Big Zuu – known for his big smile - to test how simple gestures can turn an ordinary stay into an unforgettable experience. 'I'm all about big smiles and bringing good vibes to whoever I meet,' Big Zuu said. 'The science doesn't lie – smiles really do make the difference. From making breakfast taste better to improving your overall hotel stay - that's a lot to smile about.' Professor Jonathan Freeman, Professor of Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, said: 'The findings illustrate a fascinating link between interpersonal warmth and guest perception. Even small gestures of friendliness, such as a simple smile, genuinely affect how people experience their environment - from physical comfort to mental well-being.' Shruti Gandhi Buckley, Global Brand Head at Hampton by Hilton says: 'At Hampton by Hilton, our passion for exceptional service runs so deep, we've given it a name, Hamptonality! 'This study confirms what we witness every day from our incredible Hampton team members around the world: a genuine, warm, and inviting smile doesn't just brighten a moment - it transforms the entire guest experience. From making a morning coffee taste better to turning a brief stay into a lasting memory, the power of a smile is undeniable." For more information on the research and to book your own experience of 'Service with a Smile,' visit here and join the conversation at #ForTheStay.
Scotsman
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Why service with a smile is the ultimate travel upgrade
While we love the little luxuries that come with a hotel stay, it's the warm welcome and friendly service that really matter. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Two thirds of Brits rate great service as one of the top drivers of a good hotel experience (69%), along with delicious food (67%), a fabulous shower (55%) and soft towels (34%), according to a new study. Nor does it stop at feeling welcome. Hotel guests who got 'service with a smile' were six times more likely to remember their visit, felt 51% more welcome, and 75% more likely to come back. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Incredibly friendly staff can actually make your food taste better, your bed feel comfier and your break 22% more enjoyable overall, according to the survey conducted by Hampton by Hilton and researchers at Goldsmiths, University of London. Big Zuu, known for his iconic smile, has teamed up with Hampton by Hilton and researchers at Goldsmiths, University of London to scientifically prove how friendly service transforms an ordinary hotel stay into an exceptional one | Cover Images Researchers used guest surveys combined with innovative eye-tracking technology and facial analysis to measure guests' emotional responses to friendly service, revealing that 'service with a smile' displayed 3.5 times higher levels of overall happiness during their stay. The hotel brand also teamed up with rapper and TV personality Big Zuu – known for his big smile - to test how simple gestures can turn an ordinary stay into an unforgettable experience. 'I'm all about big smiles and bringing good vibes to whoever I meet,' Big Zuu said. 'The science doesn't lie – smiles really do make the difference. From making breakfast taste better to improving your overall hotel stay - that's a lot to smile about.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Professor Jonathan Freeman, Professor of Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, said: 'The findings illustrate a fascinating link between interpersonal warmth and guest perception. Even small gestures of friendliness, such as a simple smile, genuinely affect how people experience their environment - from physical comfort to mental well-being.' Shruti Gandhi Buckley, Global Brand Head at Hampton by Hilton says: 'At Hampton by Hilton, our passion for exceptional service runs so deep, we've given it a name, Hamptonality! 'This study confirms what we witness every day from our incredible Hampton team members around the world: a genuine, warm, and inviting smile doesn't just brighten a moment - it transforms the entire guest experience. From making a morning coffee taste better to turning a brief stay into a lasting memory, the power of a smile is undeniable."
