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Telegraph
09-05-2025
- Telegraph
Win a six-night Carcassonne escorted tour in France worth more than £3,500
Great Rail Journeys is offering you and one guest the chance to discover the charming city of Carcassonne and surrounding region in France in what will be an unforgettable adventure. On the six-night Five-Star Carcassonne, Châteaux & Vineyards tour, you'll be captivated by the timeless charm, landmarks and gastronomy of this compelling French region. You'll explore historic Carcassonne, the Cathar castles and Narbonne on this luxurious five-star break, which includes a private lunch and wine-tasting at a historic château. There will be time to stroll amongst the city's magical walled fortress on a guided tour of its medieval marvels and uncover the mysterious history of the four hillside Châteaux de Lastours, before discovering the beautiful city of Narbonne. Then, soak up the atmosphere on a trip to Mirepoix's famed weekly market and savour a delicious lunch and wine tasting at the wonderful Château de Pennautier. Departing from London's King Cross on Eurostar with your dedicated tour manager, you will travel to Paris then connect to Toulouse – travelling first class – then transfer to Carcassonne, where you will stay at the elegant five-star Hotel du Roi & Spa by Sowell for six nights. Among the excursions, all included on this escorted tour, you will visit the walled medieval city of Carcassonne, which has earned Unesco World Heritage Site status thanks to this beautifully preserved citadel's architecture. Continuing the journey back in time, you'll also tour the majestic hilltop castle of Château Comtal. The Roman port of Narbonne is also on your itinerary, giving you the chance to explore the imposing Gothic cathedral and the main square before diving into Les Halles, the intoxicating indoor food market, which is an explosion of tastes and scents. Here you can sample locally produced delicacies before moving on to the sweeping grand Archbishop's Palace, with its impressive art collection. An excursion to Châteaux de Lastours is another part of this enriching escape. After being wowed by the panoramic views of the glorious landscape of hills and valleys from the Belvedere Viewpoint, you'll head to the scenic Minevois wine region where you can enjoy the local wines over a four-course lunch. The trip will end on a high as you head to Château de Pennaultier, a picturesque 17th-century stately home, set in idyllic surroundings. After a tour of this majestic landmark you'll be given rare access to the wine cellar, where you'll be treated to a private tasting session, followed by a four-course lunch and pairings in the château's charming restaurant. Enter before 23.59 on July 4 2025. UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland residents only. 18+. Submit entries and see full terms and conditions at Visit Great Rail Journeys' website for mobility rating information - Tour rated Level 3 'Comfortable Traveller'. Your prize includes:
Daily Mail
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Rocky Elsom's father reveals update on ex-Wallabies captain who remains in HIDING overseas after international arrest warrant
The father of former Wallabies captain Rocky Elsom has confirmed his son is 'safe and well' - despite an international arrest warrant being issued for the 42-year-old in March following alleged misuse of corporate assets when previously president of French club Narbonne. Robbie Elsom - aged 80 - then revealed why he is eyeing off a stint in politics as the One Nation MP for the seat of Ryan in Brisbane 's west ahead of Saturday's federal election. In an extensive interview with Daily Mail Australia, Elsom snr said he had been in contact with the 75-Test veteran, but for obvious reasons remained tight-lipped on his current whereabouts. 'He is doing OK, is safe and well, but will remain in hiding,' he said of the high-profile fugitive. 'If you look at his (court case) it was like a boxing bout, but he won the first round following an acquittal. 'A number of the charges were thrown out, which is crucial. 'Rocky desperately wants to clear his name, but as you can understand, these things take time. 'He is completely innocent, they (French government) had to point the finger at someone.' Earlier this year, the decorated ex-Wallabies skipper was sentenced to two years in prison by a French court for allegedly misusing corporate assets during his time as club president of Narbonne between 2015 and 2016. He was also fined 100,000 euros ($A172,346), with half the sum suspended. Elsom went on trial for allegedly embezzling club funds by making unjustified expenditures to pay a coach or a general manager who was living in Australia at the time. He was acquitted on charges of forgery and use of forgery but was ordered to pay 230,000 euros ($A396,396) in compensation to the club's liquidator. His lawyer Yann Le Bras appealed the outcome. During a trial in February, the prosecutor requested a three-year prison sentence and a fine of 630,000 euros ($A1.1 million). In a previous trial in October last year, Elsom was sentenced to five years in prison, but did not attend the hearing. Elsom has been the subject of an international arrest warrant since that conviction. As permitted by French law, Elsom requested to be retried with legal representation. He had been living in Ireland since August 2024 and fled the country after an international arrest warrant was issued against him. He denied any wrongdoing and said that under his leadership Narbonne was in a healthy financial position. '(Narbonne) achieved solid profits, had good sporting results, and remained in Pro D2 (the second tier of French rugby) until 2016 and beyond,' he said in a statement in October. 'It seems that I have been targeted as a scapegoat for the future mismanagement of this famous rugby club.' Narbonne went into liquidation in 2018 and now competes in the third-tier Fédérale league. The 42-year-old said in an interview four months ago on YouTube that he left immediately with only a single backpack when he found out that Ireland was legally obliged to extradite him to France. Meanwhile, his father Robbie Elsom will contest the seat of Ryan in Brisbane's west on Saturday as a One Nation candidate When he gave the interview to Mark Bouris from a hidden location, he said he had not been informed there was a public trial in October. 'This is a really important part of it. I didn't know a court case was on and there was no possible way for me to know,' he said. Meanwhile, his father Robbie Elsom will contest the seat of Ryan in Brisbane's west on Saturday as a One Nation candidate. The father of nine has no background in politics, but wants 'the nation to be better run.' 'I've been involved in business since I was 18, and I've never seen Australia in a worse state,' he said. 'From the cost of living, immigration, petrol prices, house properties being out of simply have to change.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Narbonne football team banned from City Section playoffs for three years
The City Section announced Wednesday that the Narbonne High football team has been banned from the playoffs for the 2025, 2026 and 2027 seasons because of rule violations, and all the school's sports programs have s been placed on probation through the 2027-28 school year. Narbonne also has to vacate its 2024 football title. Narbonne's football team was found to have ineligible players last season, but the revelation came after the playoff seedings had been announced, forcing the City Section to let the Gauchos compete. They won the Open Division championship. Now the punishment is being handed down. Advertisement The City Section determined that Narbonne violated CIF Bylaw 202 (Accurate Information) and CIF Bylaw 510 (Undue Influence, Pre-Enrollment Contact) during the football season. Narbonne also was punished for ineligible players in 2018 and 2019. Last fall a group of Marine League coaches sent a letter to the City Section alleging rule violations and refused to play the Gauchos in protest. The City Section has told Narbonne it can appeal the postseason ban after the 2025-26 school year "depending upon the school's documentation of successful compliance of all CIF bylaws." The school, which also had problems with forfeits in other sports, hired a new football coach in Doug Bledsoe, who has vowed to rebuild the program. Sign up for the L.A. Times SoCal high school sports newsletter to get scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
23-04-2025
- Sport
- Los Angeles Times
Narbonne football team banned from City Section playoffs for three years
The City Section announced on Wednesday that the Narbonne High football team has been banned from participating in the playoffs for the 2025, 2026 and 2027 seasons because of rule violations and the entire sports program has been placed on probation through the 2027-28 school year. Narbonne also has to vacate its 2024 football title. Narbonne's football team was found to have multiple players ineligible last season after the playoff seedings had been announced, forcing the City Section to let the Gauchos compete. They won the Open Division championship. Now the punishment is being enforced. The City Section determined that Narbonne violated CIF Bylaw 202 (Accurate Information) and CIF Bylaw 510 (Undue Influence, Pre-Enrollment Contact) during the 2024 football season. Narbonne was also punished for ineligible players in 2018 and 2019. A group of Marine League coaches refused to play the Gauchos in league play last fall. The City Section has told Narbonne it can appeal the postseason ban after the 2025-26 school year 'depending upon the school's documentation of successful compliance of all CIF bylaws.' The school also had problems with forfeits in other sports. The school has hired a new football coach in Doug Bledsoe, who has vowed to rebuild from the ground up.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Prep sports roundup: Narbonne receives top pitching effort from Evan Mora
Evan Mora of Narbonne pitched his team to an 8-2 win over defending City Section champion Bell on Thursday. (Eric Sondheimer / Los Angeles Times) Defending City Section Open Division baseball champion Bell is trying this week to put itself in good position for a top-four seeding in the playoffs, but the Eagles were beaten by Narbonne 8-2 on Thursday in a nonleague game. Pitcher Evan Mora threw a complete-game four-hitter and Twaine Meadows finished with three hits and two RBIs. Advertisement Bell fell to 10-3 and faces another Marine League team on Saturday in Banning. Corona 21, King 0: The Panthers (14-0) recorded their 12th shutout in 14 games. Gavin Flores hit two home runs among four hits and had four RBIs. Anthony Murphy had a home run, four hits and four RBIs. Seth Hernandez threw three scoreless innings and had a triple and double. Corona heads next week to North Carolina to play in the National High School Baseball Invitational. Newbury Park 5, Agoura 4: Carson Richter and Cole Munyon each had two hits for the Panthers. Westlake 1, Calabasas 0: Blake Miller delivered a walk-off single in the eighth inning for Westlake. Luke Szymanski threw seven scoreless innings for Calabasas. Caden Atkinson matched him, striking out eight with no walks for the Warriors. Advertisement Thousand Oaks 7, Oaks Christian 3: Brett Warner had a three-run double to lead the Lancers. La Mirada 8, Warren 3: Travis Friend and Bear Calvo hit home runs during a five-run seventh inning to power the Matadores. Aquinas 2, Cypress 1: The Falcons (12-1) won the National Classic championship. Jayden Perez threw five scoreless innings and Gavin Egan picked up the save. Chase Davidson had a home run and Aquinas turned four double plays. Softball San Pedro 9, Carson 3: The Pirates handed a rare defeat to defending City champion Carson in a Marine League showdown. Rylee Gardner hit a three-run home run. Advertisement Orange Lutheran 9, Canyon View 4: Freshman Rylee Silva improved to 7-0 with 11 strikeouts in six innings. Kai Minor had a home run and three RBIs for the Lancers (12-1). Sign up for the L.A. Times SoCal high school sports newsletter to get scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
