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News.com.au
7 days ago
- Health
- News.com.au
AFL icon casts doubts over video amid suggestions Bulldogs players aren't happy
AFL legend James Hird and commentator Eddie McGuire have cast doubts over footage shared by Jamarra Ugle-Hagan. The Bulldogs star is still training privately away from the football club after he was granted an indefinite leave of absence to deal with personal issues. It was reported last month the former No. 1 draft pick had checked himself into a health retreat in a key step towards reviving his AFL career. 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. Now the 23-year-old appears to have further signalled his intent to return to top-level football after taking to social media to share videos of himself running and boxing. The clips — published on Instagram and TikTok in black and white with professional editing and soundtrack — appear to have been taken from Byron Bay where Ugle-Hagan has reportedly been spending time. The promoted footage dropped just hours before it was first reported by leading football reporter Tom Morris that Ugle-Hagan has ambitions to play for the Sydney Swans next year. 'The Western Bulldogs are weighing up what they do next with him,' Morris told Channel 9's Footy Classified. 'My understanding is Jamarra has told those close to him he would like to play for the Sydney Swans next year, in a perfect world. 'Whether that takes place, whether the Swans are keen or not, I'm not sure. The Dogs would have to trade him, because of course, he's contracted.' Essendon icon Hird and McGuire suggested on Tuesday night AFL clubs would want to see more than a glamourised fitness video from Ugle-Hagan before they would consider recruiting him. 'I'd like to see him training with his football club,' Hird said bluntly. 'And commit to a big block of training. I can't imagine any club would look at that and say that's enough for us to think he's draftable. It's the first step, but it's a long way from being anywhere near what a football team needs.' McGuire said on Nine's Footy Classified he saw nothing in the footage — that was produced by Byron Bay-based personal trainer business, Byron Boxing — that suggested Ugle-Hagan was ready to come back. 'Let's be honest. It's an edit that's been put together,' McGuire said. 'It's been chopped by somebody. Some nice tight cuts of a couple of things. I mean, I could get up and do that at the moment and look like I'm running a marathon.' Hird quipped: 'I've seen you box too. You'd be better than that'. Morris questioned if McGuire was 'suspect' on the footage. The former Collingwood president responded: 'No. You know what it is. It says I'm getting my mind right. I don't think it went over well with a few of his Western Bulldogs teammates today who are preparing for a game tomorrow. They're tight edits. There's nothing in that that says he's ready.' Ugle-Hagan, who is contracted until the end of 2026 at Whitten Oval, has not played any senior footy this year due to his personal off-field issues. He had trained sparingly with AFL — and at times VFL — teammates before his official leave of absence began in late April. The Bulldogs have told Code sports there has been no change to the conditions of Ugle-Hagan's indefinite leave. If the Bulldogs grant Ugle-Hagan permission to leave, the football club will still be in a position to negotiate a potential trade for any suitors that come calling with contract offers for Ugle-Hagan. The Bulldogs next face Hawthorn in a Thursday night blockbuster at the MCG.
Daily Mail
03-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Footy star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan issues bombshell update on his future after concerns arose he could be set for a Bulldogs exit
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has posted a huge message of intent on social media, as reports intensify that he could be making a play to leave the Western Bulldogs this year. The 23-year-old former No 1 draft pick, who is currently on an extended leave of absence from the Western Bulldogs, has taken multiple positive steps in his return to play football in recent weeks, with the footy star booking himself into a health retreat. In a video posted on Instagram by Ugle-Hagan and personal trainer and boxing coach Byron Bay Boxing, the AFL star was seen in a 'Rocky'-style video, running up hills, sparring in the gym and skipping. The video was posted with a black-and-white filter and was captioned 'We into it'. He has been seen sporadically at the Whitten Oval, missing several pre-season training sessions and has not played for the club in 2025. The Bulldogs' leading goal scorer for the 2024 season has also not featured for his side this year due to personal issues. View this post on Instagram A post shared by marra (@jamarrauh) It comes as Channel 9 reporter Tom Morris told Footy Classified that the Bulldogs player was keen to play for the Swans next season. 'My understanding is that Jamarra has told people that he would like to play for the Sydney Swans next year, in a perfect world,' he said. Morris added he was 'unsure' over whether that move would materialise, considering his current contract situation with the Western bulldogs. Many took to social media to issue messages of support to Ugle-Hagan, with one asking in the comments: 'Please come back'. Ugle-Hagan responeded: 'Coming x.' Another added: 'Only up,' to which the Bulldogs forward replied: 'Dat way.' Last month, Bulldogs boss Luke Beveridge issued his support to the 23-year-old star, stating: 'We hope Jamarra goes really well in this period of finding himself both in life and then in the game.' Former Crows star Rory Sloane said it 'was great to see him back' training but believes 'the next step' is to see him training with a football club. "My understanding is that Jamarra has told people close to him he would like to play for the Sydney Swans next year." @tommorris32 with a big development on the former number one pick's future. #9FootyClassified | Watch on Nine & 9Now 🖥️ — Footy on Nine (@FootyonNine) June 3, 2025 'It's great that he's comfortable sharing that on social media,' the Crows legend said to Footy Classified. 'He wants to play for the Sydney Swans, so that's step one right there. 'Step two - if I'm a club and I am serious about picking this guy up I need to see him training with a footy club. 'He needs to, too, because you cannot do training like that on your own. You need to have touch of footys, you need to be involved, surrounded by the best people. 'Footy clubs are great environments to go through hardship.' Sloan believes Ugle-Hagan needs to get himself back into training with the Bulldogs later on in the season if he is to get a move in the summer.
Belfast Telegraph
03-06-2025
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
Discount retailer announces £5m investment and 76 new jobs as it opens second store in NI town
The company said it will unveil its second spot in Carrickfergus on Saturday, with the creation of 76 new jobs. The new location is at Shore Commercial Park on Belfast Road in the town, joining the existing store at De Courcy Centre. Home Bargains, which sells branded goods at lower prices, has more than 600 outlets around the UK and typically opens around 50 stores a year. Adrienne Wady, Carrickfergus 2 store manager, said: 'I'm so proud to be opening our brand-new Home Bargains store in Carrickfergus, the very town where I grew up and still live today. "Carrickfergus means the world to me, and to be able to bring something so positive to the community is a real honour. "We are not only opening a store - we are building a team, serving families, and becoming part of the daily life for many residents within the community. "It is exciting to be part of something that will not only offer great value to our local community but also provide job opportunities to those in surrounding areas.' The 24,994 sq ft store will sell homewares, health and beauty essentials, sweets, snacks and drinks, as well as fresh and frozen food. It will also have a Home Bargains bakery, café and garden centre. In January, Home Bargains revealed that sales in 2024 had broken through the £4bn barrier, with pre-tax profits up 35% to £454.8m. The company was founded nearly 50 years ago in Liverpool, where its founder Tom Morris is known as the richest Scouser who ever lived.
The Irish Sun
17-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Home Bargains has shoppers racing to nab £3.99 buy to add colour to their gardens & it makes a fab Father's Day gift too
HOME Bargains is known for its incredible budget buys - whether it's food, homeware, beauty products or dupes. And it seems the high street store has done it again, with a £3.99 buy that's got shoppers racing to their local branch. Advertisement 2 Shoppers are racing to Home Bargains to nab these adorable postbox themed bird boxes Credit: extremecouponingandbargainsuk/facebook 2 The store is known for its amazing bargain buys, with the bird boxes no exception Credit: Alamy Lisa was one of the first to post about the bargain product, after she managed to snap one up. "Lovely bird boxes - £3.99 each," she wrote, alongside a picture of the boxes themselves on the Both boxes are versions of a traditional red postbox, with one the option you have attached to the wall, and the other a standalone postbox. They also both have openings at the front - for the birds to go in - and even feature the ER royal cypher at the bottom. Advertisement Read more Garden stories And thanks to the red colour of the bird boxes, they'll definitely stand out in the garden. "Bring a little fun to your garden with the Jardin Mailbox Bird House," Home Bargains said of the birdbox on their website. "Shaped like a tiny mailbox, it's a cute and cozy place for birds to nest. "Built to last, it's a great way to give birds a home in your garden." Advertisement Most read in Fabulous As she excitedly shared her new purchase, Lisa also pointed out that the bird boxes would make a "great Father's Day present". Father's Day in the UK is on Sunday June 15. Shoppers urged 'not to blink' and get their hands on Home Bargains garden essential that sold out fast last time and it makes your garden extra cute - TikTok homebargainsofficialuk In the comments section of Lisa's post, other shoppers said they were desperate to get their hands on one of the Home Bargains buys. "I need to get one of these!" one wrote. Advertisement "Oh wow, I love these!" another added. "I'm going to look tomorrow." "I've not seen them. They're lovely!" a third gushed. "We need to get these for garden," someone else commented, tagging a pal. Advertisement 5 things you didn't know about Home Bargains Home Bargains was founded by Tom Morris It's official name is TJ Morris Ltd but trades as Home Bargains The first store was opened in Liverpool in 1976 Around 30% of the stores range comprises clearance lines There are 575 stores nationwide However, others warned that the boxes are only really suited to be decorations in the garden. "They may look cute but hopefully they'll just be for decoration - totally unsuitable for nesting birds," one wrote. "Yes for decoration for a garden," Lisa replied. "A bird won't nest in that," someone else insisted. Advertisement "It's too shallow. "If a predator's beak/paw can reach in to the bottom then it's not safe."
Scottish Sun
17-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Home Bargains has shoppers racing to nab £3.99 buy to add colour to their gardens & it makes a fab Father's Day gift too
The bird boxes are "built to last" too, according to the Home Bargains website FLUTTER BUY Home Bargains has shoppers racing to nab £3.99 buy to add colour to their gardens & it makes a fab Father's Day gift too Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HOME Bargains is known for its incredible budget buys - whether it's food, homeware, beauty products or dupes. And it seems the high street store has done it again, with a £3.99 buy that's got shoppers racing to their local branch. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Shoppers are racing to Home Bargains to nab these adorable postbox themed bird boxes Credit: extremecouponingandbargainsuk/facebook 2 The store is known for its amazing bargain buys, with the bird boxes no exception Credit: Alamy Lisa was one of the first to post about the bargain product, after she managed to snap one up. "Lovely bird boxes - £3.99 each," she wrote, alongside a picture of the boxes themselves on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group on Facebook. Both boxes are versions of a traditional red postbox, with one the option you have attached to the wall, and the other a standalone postbox. They also both have openings at the front - for the birds to go in - and even feature the ER royal cypher at the bottom. And thanks to the red colour of the bird boxes, they'll definitely stand out in the garden. "Bring a little fun to your garden with the Jardin Mailbox Bird House," Home Bargains said of the birdbox on their website. "Shaped like a tiny mailbox, it's a cute and cozy place for birds to nest. "Built to last, it's a great way to give birds a home in your garden." As she excitedly shared her new purchase, Lisa also pointed out that the bird boxes would make a "great Father's Day present". Father's Day in the UK is on Sunday June 15. Shoppers urged 'not to blink' and get their hands on Home Bargains garden essential that sold out fast last time and it makes your garden extra cute - TikTok homebargainsofficialuk In the comments section of Lisa's post, other shoppers said they were desperate to get their hands on one of the Home Bargains buys. "I need to get one of these!" one wrote. "Oh wow, I love these!" another added. "I'm going to look tomorrow." "I've not seen them. They're lovely!" a third gushed. "We need to get these for garden," someone else commented, tagging a pal. 5 things you didn't know about Home Bargains Home Bargains was founded by Tom Morris It's official name is TJ Morris Ltd but trades as Home Bargains The first store was opened in Liverpool in 1976 Around 30% of the stores range comprises clearance lines There are 575 stores nationwide However, others warned that the boxes are only really suited to be decorations in the garden. "They may look cute but hopefully they'll just be for decoration - totally unsuitable for nesting birds," one wrote. "Yes for decoration for a garden," Lisa replied. "A bird won't nest in that," someone else insisted. "It's too shallow. "If a predator's beak/paw can reach in to the bottom then it's not safe."
