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West Australian
a day ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Western Force prop Tom Robertson wins Nathan Sharpe Medal, centre Trilleen Pomare claims Rebecca Clough Medal
Western Force prop Tom Robertson has marked an incredible comeback season by claiming the Nathan Sharpe Medal — the club's highest individual men's honour. It came as women's stalwart and captain Trilleen Pomare won the Rebecca Clough Medal for their best Super W player at the Force's annual awards night. After missing last season through a combination of a torn ACL and study sabbatical at Oxford University, Robertson produced an excellent first year back with the Force. He became the first prop to win the award, which is voted on a 3-2-1 basis by players after each game, finishing on 267 votes ahead of winger Harry Potter (241) and Carlo Tizzano (200), while locks Darcy Swain (196) and captain Jeremy Williams (136) rounded out the top five. A natural loosehead prop, Robertson started every game at tighthead and never once looked out of place, while consistently putting up startling defensive numbers. He finished on 197 tackles for the season, which was second in Super Rugby only to teammate Tizzano heading into the final round of the year. He also scored a memorable, breakaway try against the Red in round seven. The 30 year-old will surely be in Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt's squad for the British and Irish Lions tour, and will be hoping to add to his 30 Test caps. Force coach Simon Cron hailed Robertson's impact this season. 'He has been the rock in the team this year. He's played the most amount of minutes as a front-row forward in the whole competition, which is testament to his attitude and preparation. He's got an unmatched work rate, tackle count and effective involvements. 'He's done an incredible job having to play tighthead prop for us, especially when he's a specialist loosehead. No one else could've done what he's done and we're thrilled to see that recognised.' WA women's rugby royalty Rebecca Clough was in attendance to present her medal to inside centre Pomare, who has missed just one Force game since Super W's inception in 2018 and has been captain since 2020. Pomare had yet another fruitful season, highlighted by her finishing in the league's top 10 for successful tackles and dominant tackles, while also continuing to punish defences with the ball in hand. She pipped back-rower Anneka Stephens to the award, finishing on 74 votes to Stephens' 71, while emerging local Tamika Jones finished third. Force Super W head coach Dylan Parsons said Pomare's 2025 was one of her best seasons and she was a worthy winner. 'She came into the season in a really good position. She was very motivated for the team and herself to do well, and because of that we've seen some really good performances from her throughout the whole season,' he said. 'When things aren't going well, she's the first one to step up and try to make something happen. Trill leads through grit and determination. Pomare was also voted member's Super W MVP, while homegrown Wallaby Tizzano capped a similarly superb season by winning the members' Super Rugby Pacific MVP for the second straight year. Back-rowers Nick Champion de Crespigny and Stephens won the Force man and woman awards respectively, awarded to the players who best embody the Force spirit on and off the field as judged by the coaches. Emerging hooker Albert Alcock and fly-half Grace Freeman won the Matt Hodgson and Debby Carley rising star awards, while innovation and sustainability manager Anton Zackey won the Adrian Blacker award, which recognises an off-field member who upholds and instills the club's values. Nathan Sharpe medal top 10 1. Tom Robertson (267 votes) 2. Harry Potter (241) 3. Carlo Tizzano (200) 4. Darcy Swain (196) 5. Jeremy Williams (136) 6. Nick Champion de Crespigny (115) 7. Ben Donaldson (87) 8. Marley Pearce (86) 9. Kane Koteka (78) 10. Hamish Stewart (78) Rebecca Clough medal top 5 1. Trilleen Pomare (74 votes) 2. Anneka Stephens (71) 3. Tamika Jones (41) 4. Pia Tapsell (34) 5. Ashley Marsters (25)
Vancouver Sun
a day ago
- Business
- Vancouver Sun
Conversations That Matter: Canada's housing crisis
One of Prime Minister Mark Carney's first moves was to appoint former Vancouver mayor Gregor Robertson as minister of housing, infrastructure and communities. 'The prime minister has made it one of his key priorities,' says Michael Geller, a Vancouver planning expert. 'He's said he wants to double annual housing production by getting into the business of building.' Geller says Robertson was an interesting choice. Stay on top of the latest real estate news and home design trends. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Westcoast Homes will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'His record on housing when he was the mayor is spotty. He's often blamed unfairly for dramatic increases in housing prices.' After being appointed minister, Robertson was asked if housing prices should be lower. He flatly stated no. The prime minister quickly jumped in to say it is not a 'yes or no' question. 'I agree with the prime minister; it is not a yes or no question,' Geller says. 'It's remarkably complicated. Much of what the PM is proposing has merit. But the question is, what exactly is needed to tackle the housing issues?' Geller joined a Conversation That Matters about Canada's woes and how we're going to tackle them. See the video at Learn More about our guests career at Join us June 17 for Conversations Live, 'The Energy Trilemma: Accessibility, Sustainability, Affordability.'
ITV News
a day ago
- Politics
- ITV News
School children to be taught importance of the armed forces under new government plans
Children in Britain will be taught about the importance of the armed forces in school under new government plans. The proposal, first reported by the Telegraph, is part of the government's strategic defence review which is due to be published on Monday. It will recommend that state school students should be taught the value of the military, to help young people learn about careers in defence, and to boost their connection with the armed forces in an increasingly insecure world. The plans include a suggestion army reservists could visit schools and speak to children about working in the military. From Westminster to Washington DC - our political experts are across all the latest key talking points. Listen to the latest episode below... While the review doesn't suggest the lessons will be part of the curriculum, they are expected to be delivered through PSHE lessons. The Telegraph reports officials hope the scheme can be rolled out nationally from primary schools through to secondary schools. The plans are meant to help tackle the recruitment and retention crisis in the military - the Army, Navy, and Air Force are all currently below their targets for personnel numbers. Last April the size of the army fell below 73,000, the lowest level since the early 1800s. The strategic defence review was launched by the Labour government shortly after the election, designed to usher in a "new era for defence" in an time of global instability. The prime minister announced in February that the UK would increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, funded by a cut in the overseas aid budget. As ITV News Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen reported last week, the review will call for much greater investment in hi-tech weaponry, particularly drone and anti-drone systems, a shift that is already underway as a result of the war in Ukraine. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced this week they will spend over £ 1 billion on AI and drone technology to speed up decisions on the battlefield. Some commitments - such as the nuclear deterrent, NATO membership and support for Ukraine - are baked into the review's parameters. The reviewers have also been asked to look at how to reinforce UK homeland security with reports that a civilian 'Home Guard', separate from the Reserves, will be among the recommendations. Unusually for a defence review, the key work has been done independently of the Ministry of Defence by the former NATO Secretary-General and Defence Secretary Lord Robertson, former Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff General Sir Richard Barrons, and Dr Fiona Hill, who advised Donald Trump on European and Russian affairs during his first term.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Duck Dynasty: The Revival:' How to watch, premiere date, cast list and more
It's been nearly a decade since we've gotten to watch the Robertson family run their empire, but the Bayou bosses are back now for a new revival of their hit series, aptly named Duck Dynasty: The Revival. The new series will focus more closely on the Robertson family's relationships, not just their business ventures. Duck Dynasty alum and family patriarch Phil Robertson recently passed away at the age of 79, just one week prior to the revival's premiere. Phil had been previously diagnosed with Alzheimer's and will not appear posthumously in the new series. Duck Dynasty: The Revival will feature Willie Robertson, Korie Robertson, Kay Robertson, Uncle Si, Jase Robertson, Sadie Robertson and more familiar faces. The new Duck Dynasty reboot premieres this Sunday, June 1 at 9 p.m. ET. A second season of the series has already been ordered at A&E. Here's what else you need to know. The new Duck Dynasty reboot premieres Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Much like its predecessor, Duck Dynasty: The Revival will air on A&E. If you don't currently have A&E through a cable package, we recommend tuning in via a live TV streaming service such as Philo, DirecTV or FUBO. The new spinoff series will follow the Robertson family as they map out the future of Duck Commander and work to pass down the family legacy, all while watching the kids navigate marriage, children and businesses of their own. While Phil Robertson won't make any posthumous appearances on the upcoming season, his wife and many more family members will be featured. Willie Robertson Korie Robertson Kay Robertson Uncle Si Jase Robertson Sadie Robertson John Robertson Will Robertson Bella Robertson Rebecca Robertson Looking to catch up on old seasons of Duck Dynasty? Luckily, they're available to stream free with ads directly through A&E, free with ads on Pluto TV or free for Prime subscribers on Prime Video. Watch free on Pluto TV Watch on Prime Video
Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Liverpool title winner discussed Celtic before dropping hint about Anfield exit
Scotland skipper Andy Robertson confessed in the past that Celtic 'were his life' as he ponders his future with Liverpool. The Glasgow-born defender has become an Anfield legend, with a Champions League medal and a second Premier League title to his name, earned this season as part of Arne Slot's squad. Yet, his journey wasn't always so triumphant, as his boyhood club Celtic let him go at the tender age of 15, deeming him too small to make it. With transfer rumours swirling and the Reds potentially scouting for a new left-back, Robertson's previous declarations about his childhood club could be indicative of where he'll move next, should he choose to depart Merseyside. Robertson, whose contract runs until 2026, was candid on Match of the Day following Liverpool's league title victory, revealing uncertainties about his ongoing role at the club. "Obviously, the club are going to have a busy summer, so we need to see where everyone stands," Robertson admitted. "But it's been a special time here, I loved my time here. "It's been eight special years, and I've cherished every moment I've played in front of these fans, especially at Anfield. Today was special." The 31-year-old has frequently expressed his affection for Celtic previously, acknowledging on the We Are Liverpool podcast in 2023 his childhood devotion and saying: "Celtic was my life. "Had the season ticket, used to go to every home game in particular and try to go to some away games and things like that. Went to school, and then you come back and you go in your garden and you pretend to be Henrik Larsson, for instance. "I was lucky. The team I grew up with was a fantastic Celtic team with Henrik Larsson, Chris Sutton, Stiliyan Petrov, all these players. Neil Lennon. So I had a really good team to watch. "They were all my heroes. Celtic was it for me. I didn't really watch much other football, I was that focused on trying to watch Celtic, and Celtic was in the Champions League. "That's when I watched them play against English teams and stuff, but I didn't watch that much English football. I only watched really the Champions League when [English] teams played in it. If a Celtic game was on and say Liverpool were playing Man United, I'd watch Celtic against Motherwell or whoever it was. So it was always Celtic for me." This heartfelt confession might just hint at where Robertson sees his future in football if he decides to leave Liverpool, and former Reds forward Fernando Morientes has recently suggested that Parkhead could well be on the cards for the defender, reports the Daily Record. "Robertson has spoken about Celtic, and it's probably because he's thinking about it [a move]," Morientes revealed to CasinoHawks when quizzed about the Scottish player's career prospects. "He is 31 and coming towards the end of his career. I think if he has a special bond with Celtic and the club recognises him as an important player, then it could be possible."
