The Plymouth Brethren Christian Church has denied allegations that it paid far-right influencers to target Anthony Albanese. The church also rejected claims it coordinated hundreds of volunteers to support Liberal candidates during the 2025 election campaign.
Sydney Swans AFLW captain Lucy McEvoy and coach Colin O'Riordan expressed support for the club's decision to suspend five men's players amid a police investigation into a sexual assault allegation, emphasizing the need for respect and trust.
Five Sydney Swans AFL players have been banned for the rest of the season for breaching club standards after late-night partying, as Victoria Police investigate an alleged sexual assault at a hotel.
Sydney Swans coach Dean Cox and captain Callum Mills deny a playing group rift after five players were suspended for breaching club standards, as Victorian police investigate a sexual assault report.
Sydney Swans AFLW captain Lucy McEvoy and coach Colin O'Riordan expressed support for the club's suspension of five male players following a police sexual assault investigation in Melbourne.
The Sydney Swans insist five suspended players were the only club representatives in a Melbourne hotel room amid a Victoria Police investigation into an alleged sexual assault.
Sydney Swans players face commercial consequences after being stood down for club standard breaches. Isaac Heeney and others have been dropped by sponsors and publishers as Victoria Police investigate an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel.
Sydney executive director of club performance John Longmire expressed deep sadness after five Swans players were suspended and linked to a police sexual assault investigation at an East Melbourne hotel.
Victoria Police have warned media outlets to stop contacting complainants in an alleged sexual assault investigation involving Sydney Swans players at a Melbourne hotel, citing impacts on welfare and the ongoing inquiry.
The AFL Players Association and multiple sponsors have expressed concern over a sexual assault allegation involving Sydney Swans players, as Victorian police investigate and five players are suspended.
Detectives investigating a sexual assault scandal involving Sydney Swans players have been told players paid female adult entertainers to consume drugs off their bodies at a Melbourne hotel following a match against Essendon.
The Sydney Swans AFLW team faces an unwanted spotlight after five male players were suspended for breaching behavioural standards, amid an ongoing police investigation into an alleged sexual assault.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese criticized the AFL's handling of a player scandal in New South Wales involving sexual assault allegations, condemned Israel's clearance of personnel in Zomi Frankcom's death, and conceded his podcast appearance was an error.
Major sponsors and publishers have suspended partnerships and product sales linked to five Sydney Swans players amid an ongoing Victoria Police investigation into an alleged sexual assault in Melbourne.
Five Sydney Swans AFL players have been suspended for the remainder of the season following a late-night incident at a Melbourne hotel. While no charges have been filed, Victoria Police are investigating an alleged sexual assault involving the group.
Victorian sex crime detectives are expected to travel to Sydney to investigate an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel. The Sydney Swans have suspended five players for the remainder of the 2026 season for breaching club standards regarding the incident.
Five Sydney Swans players—Riley Bice, Nick Blakey, Isaac Heeney, James Jordon, and Chad Warner—have been suspended for the rest of the AFL season amid a Victoria Police investigation into an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel.
Five Sydney Swans players have been suspended for the remainder of the season after breaching club standards by drinking late and bringing women to their hotel. Victoria Police are investigating an allegation of non-consensual touching at the hotel.
The Sydney Swans have stood down Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, James Jordon, and Riley Bice for the remainder of the season following an alleged incident at a Melbourne hotel. The players are linked to an ongoing Victoria Police investigation.
Five Sydney Swans players have been suspended for the remainder of the season following a breach of club standards. The players are under investigation by Victoria Police regarding an alleged incident at a team hotel, prompting sponsor concern and AFL sanctions.
Governor General Sam Mostyn expressed shock over a sexual assault allegation linked to Sydney Swans players, emphasizing the need for respectful treatment of women and more female representation in sports leadership.
The Sydney Swans AFL club is set to sanction players for a 'serious breach' of standards following a reported sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel. Victorian police are investigating the incident; no arrests or charges have been made at this time.
Four Sydney Swans players—Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, James Jordon, and Riley Bice—are linked to a Victoria Police investigation into an alleged assault at a Melbourne hotel. The club has condemned the behavior and is meeting to determine internal sanctions.
Victoria Police are investigating an alleged sexual assault at a Pullman Hotel in East Melbourne involving Sydney Swans players. No arrests have been made, and the club is conducting internal inquiries while cooperating with the AFL.
