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Sky News AU
2 days ago
- Sport
- Sky News AU
'Have it removed': AFL legend Sam Newman declares he could be forced to amputate his pain-stricken foot as there are 'not many alternatives left'
AFL legend Sam Newman has declared he could be forced to amputate his foot. The media personality, 79, is weighing the impossible decision amid chronic pain in his right ankle, a result of several injuries sustained during his decorated AFL career and the wear and tear of an active life. In 2021, Newman underwent ankle fusion surgery, which joined his ankle bones together to form one bone. He had more surgery in March to replace his ankle with a metal joint in a Melbourne hospital. Last week, Newman underwent a third surgery to insert screws near his joint. As he recovers from the procedure in his Melbourne home, the AFL legend said he hopes it was the last of his effort to be finally pain-free. Otherwise, Newman said amputation could be a last resort as he is now running out of viable alternatives to salvage his chronic ankle condition. 'There are not that many alternatives left," he told The Herald Sun on Sunday. 'It is not practicable to walk around with the pain as it is, it is not practicable to take pain killers all the rest of your life. 'The other viable option is to have it removed, amputated." Newman said amputation would be a "pretty drastic" measure, and before that occurs, he will wait to see whether his latest surgery was effective. He said he would not have undergone the operations unless they were "necessary" and hopes to be at least "reasonably pain-free" as a result. Newman's ankle has deteriorated rapidly over the past two years to the point he can't walk more than 50 metres. It comes after he suffered multiple ankle injuries while playing 300 games for Geelong from 1964 through 1980. His health issues include a portion of his kidney being removed after a semi-final clash against Collingwood in 1967 and a head injury as a result of a botched stunt on The Footy Show. Newman's health took a further dip in 2008 when he was treated for prostate cancer and was cleared of the disease after an operation. If all goes well after his latest ankle surgery, the active 79-year-old hopes to embark on a caravan trip with his friend Sue Stanley in six weeks. Newman and Stanley plan to travel up the coast and then venture inland for more than three months ahead of the AFL Grand Final in September. He has recently been frequently seen out at events with the fitness queen, and they sailed from Coffs Harbour to Melbourne last year, remaining in high spirits despite their steering rod snapping mid-journey. Nevertheless, Newman insists the pair are just friends. 'I am very happy to say I am a friend of hers and she is a friend of mine, but that is it,' he told News Corp in 2023. 'She is a girl friend of mine and that is two separate words: girl friend, not a girlfriend.' Newman's fourth wife Amanda Brown died unexpectedly of an aneurysm and a stroke in 2021.
Sydney Morning Herald
5 days ago
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘The entire party is imploding': Groth, Pesutto, Deeming turning Liberal headache into a migraine
Opposition Leader Brad Battin has acknowledged tensions in his party room as former leader John Pesutto prepares to be served bankruptcy proceedings by Liberal colleague Moira Deeming. Battin was also forced to defend his deputy, Sam Groth, on Friday over reports Groth had misled opposition frontbencher Georgie Crozier to access her chauffeur-driven car after a fundraiser at the Australian Open last year. The Herald Sun on Friday reported Groth had asked to borrow Crozier's driver for work reasons but used the car to get home to Rye after a fundraiser at the tennis. Crozier, who was leader of the opposition in the upper house at the time, told reporters on Friday that she wanted answers. 'I'm incredibly disappointed,' Crozier said outside the opposition's budget reply lunch. 'Sam needs to explain his actions.' Groth, the opposition's spokesman for tourism, sport, events and hospitality, said he attended the 2024 Australian Open in both an official and personal capacity. 'I was at the event to meet various stakeholders and attend meetings before being part of a fundraising initiative,' Groth said in a statement on Friday. 'Everything was and is above board. It has all been officially disclosed. There is nothing to hide.'
The Age
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Age
‘The entire party is imploding': Groth, Pesutto, Deeming turning Liberal headache into a migraine
Opposition Leader Brad Battin has acknowledged tensions in his party room as former leader John Pesutto prepares to be served bankruptcy proceedings by Liberal colleague Moira Deeming. Battin was also forced to defend his deputy, Sam Groth, on Friday over reports Groth had misled opposition frontbencher Georgie Crozier to access her chauffeur-driven car after a fundraiser at the Australian Open last year. The Herald Sun on Friday reported Groth had asked to borrow Crozier's driver for work reasons but used the car to get home to Rye after a fundraiser at the tennis. Crozier, who was leader of the opposition in the upper house at the time, told reporters on Friday that she wanted answers. 'I'm incredibly disappointed,' Crozier said outside the opposition's budget reply lunch. 'Sam needs to explain his actions.' Groth, the opposition's spokesman for tourism, sport, events and hospitality, said he attended the 2024 Australian Open in both an official and personal capacity. 'I was at the event to meet various stakeholders and attend meetings before being part of a fundraising initiative,' Groth said in a statement on Friday. 'Everything was and is above board. It has all been officially disclosed. There is nothing to hide.'
Daily Mirror
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Nick Kyrgios selling plush apartment for £860k days after relationship bombshell
Nick Kyrgios has put his luxury Sydney apartment up for sale for a cut price of £860,000, just three years after it was bought. The former Wimbledon finalist has listed the stunning three-bedroom home just days after his split with internet personality Costeen Hatzi. The pair had been dating for four years before the split, with fans growing suspicious of their relationship status due to some clues on social media. The Australian tennis star initially sparked the rumours when he removed Hatzi's initials from his Instagram bio, and she only furthered the speculation with some cryptic videos posted online. After posting a TikTok where she mouthed the words, "Who the f*** did I marry? So at this point in time, I have filed for divorce," Hatzi clarified the situation with Kyrgios to The Herald Sun. The 25-year-old said: "We haven't spoken, relationships come to an end and I believe it's for the best. "I definitely entered the relationship with pure intentions. I loved him and thought we had a great connection. Now that I'm not travelling, I can do what I want and be fully present." Following this split, Kyrgios, 30, looks to be getting rid of more important things in his life, including his swanky Sydney apartment which sits atop the iconic Capella building in the city centre. The split-level home, which is on the market for a guide price of just £860,000, features a rooftop terrace and three double bedrooms which all have built-in wardrobes. As well as this, the master bedroom features its very own ensuite bathroom and sweeping views of the downtown of Sydney. Kyrgios' penthouse living area is also decked out with lift access, a double garage and plenty of modern appliances throughout. The kitchen is fitted with a fridge-freezer, a posh kitchen island with breakfast bar seating and modern light fixtures above to give it a fresh feel. The apartment complex itself boasts its own gym, heated outdoor pool, an on-site supermarket, sushi bar and beer garden. Kyrgios purchased the property for just over £760,000 in 2022 and reports state it was never rented during this time – meaning the Australian likely used it as his main base in his home country. With the apartment going up for auction next month, Kyrgios will be hoping for a quick sale as he gets back to his main job of professional tennis in the near future. The Australian tennis star has been marred with injuries in recent years, but he will make his return to the French Open for the first time in eight years on May 25. He will partner fellow Aussie Jordan Thompson in doubles, before heading to Stuttgart and the London's Queen's Club to get some practice in before Wimbledon kicks off at the end of June. Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Sky has slashed the price of its bundle in an unbeatable new deal that saves £192 and includes more than 1,000 live matches each season across the Premier League, EFL and more. Sky will show at least 215 live Premier League games in the 2025/26 season, an increase of up to 100 more.
Herald Sun
21-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Herald Sun
Victoria's cutest baby comp: photos, videos & expert parenting advice
Don't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. The search is on to find Victoria's cutest baby and we need your help! The Herald Sun and Geelong Advertiser are excited to announce our search for the most adorable bub in the state. We're calling all proud parents to submit photos and, for the first time, short videos of their little ones for a chance to win the coveted title. But this competition is more than just a popularity contest. We understand the joys and challenges of parenthood, and we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. That's why, alongside the competition, our health team will be delivering exclusive parenting and health articles, packed with expert advice and tips. Follow the journeys of different families as they navigate the ups and downs of raising children. From sleep training to nutrition, developmental milestones to managing tantrums, we'll cover the issues that matter to you. This is your chance to connect with a community of parents, share your experiences, and gain valuable insights from leading experts. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to showcase your gorgeous baby and access a wealth of parenting resources. Submit your photos and videos today and let Victoria decide who takes home the cutest baby crown.
