Longford beats Scottsdale without injured coach on sidelines

Longford's coach Kacey Curtis watched from the sidelines with a dislocated shoulder as his team beat Scottsdale 10.9(69) to 6.7(43) in an elimination final.

Why it mattersLongford stayed alive in the finals race despite being without their coach and another key player, proving their depth under pressure.

AustraliaTasmanian AFL fans will watch Curtis's recovery closely ahead of the preliminary final against Launceston, a team Longford has beaten twice this season.

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Premier won't budge on Rockhampton Olympic rowing despite World Rowing doubts

Queensland's Premier says the Fitzroy River will host 2032 Olympic rowing despite doubts from World Rowing. Their approval has not yet come.

Why it mattersIf World Rowing or the IOC blocks the Rockhampton plan, Queensland would need a new venue. It must happen at the last minute. This would disrupt the 2032 Games schedule.