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NZ Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- NZ Herald
Māori trust loses bid for lapse of Carrington Estate consents in Far North
Carrington Resort on Karikari Peninsula was originally developed in the early 2000s by American businessman Paul Kelly. A Māori trust has failed to persuade a court that resource consents granted 20 years ago for a luxury resort in the Far North should be declared lapsed. If the Environment Court had granted Haititaimarangai Marae Kaitiaki Trust's (HMKT) application for the declaration, Carrington Estate would need new consents to
BBC News
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
Experimental road closure in Slough reversed after delays
An experimental road closure which was meant to be in place for six months is being reversed after it caused delays and raised southern A4 Bath Road service road and its junction with A4 Bath Road opposite Leigh Road in Slough was closed off on 5 Borough Council's plan was to improve road safety, enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists, improve connectivity, and reduce Paul Kelly, lead member for planning, parking, highways, and transport, said it had created "unexpected congestion and delays" on the service road. The change of plan followed objections from places of worship, businesses, and land users along the service road, stating the problems it was causing getting in and Kelly said: "The transport team has listened to feedback showing that the closure was causing problems for businesses and groups on that stretch, which was not the intention."He added: "Work to remove the boltdown kerb units has been happening this week and the access point to the service road will be reopened by Saturday morning." Mr Kelly said the authority would continue to look at other safety measures as part of the A4 cycle lane works, with officers undertaking further consultations with those in the speed bumps placed along the service road are to experimental road closure announced at the same time on Littledown Road and its junction with Stoke Road is still in place for six online survey is available so that residents, commuters, and businesses can provide feedback on its effectiveness. You can follow BBC Berkshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
News.com.au
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
AFL world divided by Dreamtime ceremony at the MCG
The AFL put on a spectacular pre-match entertainment show ahead of the annual Dreamtime at the 'G clash on Friday night, although it left those watching on deeply divided. Actor and rapper Adam Briggs, who goes by the stage name Senator Briggs, joined beloved Aussie performer Paul Kelly in a wide-ranging musical performance before the clash between Richmond and Essendon. 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 key fixture of the AFL's Sir Doug Nicholls round, the match is held to recognise the vast Indigenous contributions to Australian Rules football. A number of past and present Indigenous players were honoured as part of the pre-match ceremony, including Indigenous Team of the Century members Bill Dempsey and Syd Jackson and AFL Hall of Fame inductees Michael Long and Stephen Michael. There was a Welcome to Country given by Uncle Colin Hunter Jr along with a number of musical acts and a performance from the Djirri Djirri Dance Group. Many footy fans took to social media to praise the performance, which commenced about 50 minutes before the opening bounce, including actor and writer Rhys Muldoon. 'When we have Australian musicians, black and white, singing together at the G, it's wild,' Muldoon wrote on X. 'Briggs and PK bringing it. 'This is the best performance I think I've seen at the football. So good.' X user Sara K said: 'Elite Pre-game entertainment tonight. 10/10.' Cody Winnell wrote: 'Pre-game doesn't get much better than this. Absolutely magnificent.' Laga 33 said: 'Loved every second of that. That's the level of performance you love to see!!' Damo SC offered: 'Spine-tingling stuff.' A number of fans compared the entertainment favourably with Katy Perry's effort at last year's grand final and some called for it to be replicated at this year's decider. Cameron Watt wrote: 'Briggs brother, that #DreamtimeAtTheG performance was f**king fire. 'Better than any GF performance, ever.' Clarky wrote 'That was better than Katy Perry at the GF. ABSOLUTELY VIBES.' There were, of course, plenty of negative reactions to the ceremony. Welcome to Country has become an incredibly divisive issue in Australia, even finding its way into this year's Federal Election campaigns. But some of those watching on were more intent on discussing the extended use of rap music, more than the Welcome ceremony. David McGuire tweeted: 'This is extremely excruciatingly painfully boring pre-game entertainment.' An account called Cptn Francis Young asked: 'What is this crap? Since when did Aborigines do mindless rap?' Stephanie Williams stated: 'I don't mean to be rude but the hell is with all the rap rubbish.' One watching on said: 'Whoever signed off that so called pre-game show should resign immediately.' Another quipped: 'I always find welcome to country is great opportunity to catch up on some knitting.' Whatever the preference of those watching on, it was a spectacular opening to a game that draws one of the biggest crowds each AFL season.
Daily Mail
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Aussie icons Paul Kelly and Adam Briggs stun AFL crowd as they perform at the MCG in Melbourne
Australian music legend Paul Kelly and rapper Adam Briggs delivered a powerful performance at the MCG on Friday night, leaving footy fans stunned ahead of the Round 11 clash. The pair joined forces for a moving rendition of Briggs' iconic track The Children Came Back, captivating the packed crowd with their heartfelt delivery. Kelly, 70, cut a dashing figure in a grey blazer and matching trousers, teamed with a crisp black shirt. The acclaimed singer-songwriter strummed his acoustic guitar with emotion as he performed on centre stage. Meanwhile, Briggs, 38, brought his trademark energy and charisma to the night, belting out his verses with passion and purpose. 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. The First Nations star looked effortlessly cool in a blue jacket and black pants, clearly relishing the moment as he performed alongside Kelly and a live band. Their show-stopping collaboration set the perfect tone for the night, blending powerful storytelling with a celebration of resilience and Aussie music. Last year, Briggs set his sights on becoming an accredited AFL player agent and planned to undertake the AFL Players Association's accreditation course. The Yorta Yorta man is an actor, producer and political campaigner - but now he's looking at wearing another hat entirely. The Essendon supporter is currently part of a group of aspiring player agents who are seeking official accreditation, and will do the seminars and exam required for approval. Once the award-winning artist is accredited, he will be able to sign players and engage in contract negotiations. Briggs is a big fan of the AFL and has attended the Brownlow Medal count. As a child growing up in the Victorian town of Shepparton, his biggest hero was Indigenous footy star Gavin Wanganeen - who won the Brownlow for the Bombers in 1993. In 2023, Briggs famously pulled his support for the NRL side Melbourne Storm because one of the footy team's board members donated money to the No campaign. The Shepparton-born singer wrote a scathing letter to Storm chairman Matthew Tripp as he took aim at corporate director Brett Ralph for giving No campaign group Advance Australia a $75,000 donation prior to the referendum. Briggs - who was behind a viral Yes campaign ad explaining the Indigenous Voice to Parliament to two women at a pub - claimed the Indigenous Voice to Parliament No campaign had 'devalued my people and my Yorta Yorta / Wurundjeri identity'. 'It has heightened the stereotypes of devaluing our contribution to the Australian society and nationhood, and enhanced the burden of irrelevance. 'In doing so, it added to the already endless workload of myself, my father, and the Indigenous community.' Briggs said he and his father had supported the Storm since it was founded as a new NRL club in 1998 and had developed 'lasting friendships' at all levels of the club.
7NEWS
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Fans call for Briggs to be given AFL grand final entertainment after epic Dreamtime at the ‘G performance
AFL fans on social media are almost universally calling for Indigenous Australian rapper Briggs to be courted for this year's grand final pre-game entertainment after an epic Dreamtime at the 'G performance. Briggs performed three songs alongside longtime friend and Aussie rock legend, Paul Kelly, as well as his band, in what was an expanded pre-game entertainment that also acknowledged some Indigenous elders and past Indigenous AFL champions. The performance went for around 20 minutes and included traditional Aboriginal dance and rituals, ahead of Richmond and Essendon's annual clash. It was showered with love from fans watching at home, and prompted the suggestion that Briggs take centre stage before the grand final. 'Briggs, Brother, that #DreamtimeAtTheG performance was fire. Better than any GF performance, ever,' one fan said. 'They should just have Briggs as Grand Final entertainment, that was great #afldeadly,' another added. Channel 7's Jason Richardson said the performance was a perfect advertisement for a night grand final. ' 'Briggs night AFL GF …. yes please,' he said. There were a host of others who agreed. 'How good Briggs, could feel the power and pride.' 'Let's give Briggs the GF show. That was better than anything we've had on GF day. Spectacular.' 'When we have Australian musicians, black and white, singing together at the G, It's wild. Briggs and PK bringing it. This is the best performance I think I've seen at the football. So good.' 'Briggs > every grand final performer.' 'Briggs absolutely bangs!' 'I've seen enough, Briggs/A.B Original should do the GF.' Players from both sides entered the ground shortly after the entertainment, where they lined up for the traditional Dreamtime dance on the wing. Half-way through the moving cultural performance, players came together as one, locking arms side by side.
