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Michael Slater hit with 19 charges over alleged domestic violence

<p>Michael Slater, a former Australian Test cricketer is being held in police custody after being charged with more than a dozen offences over alleged domestic violence. </p> <p>Slater, 54, had his case briefly heard in Maroochydore Magistrates Court on Monday.</p> <p>It was reported by the <em>ABC </em>that he did not appear and no plea was entered.</p> <p>The charges include domestic violence offences of unlawful stalking or intimidation, breaking into a dwelling with intent at night, common assault, assault occasioning bodily harm and choking or suffocation.</p> <p>The 19 charges relate to offences allegedly committed on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast between December 5, 2023 and April 12 2024.</p> <p>Slater was also charged with breaching bail and and 10 counts of contravening a domestic violence order. </p> <p>He was then remanded in custody, with his case mentioned in the same court on Tuesday afternoon.</p> <p>During that second hearing, Slater <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;">collapsed in court after failing in his bid for freedom over an alleged domestic violence incident. </span>Upon learning that his bid for bail had been refused, the former cricket great placed his head in his hands then collapsed while being led back to the cells by Corrective Services staff.</p> <p>Slater made his debut during the 1993 Ashes tour and played 74 tests for Australia. </p> <p>He amassed 5,312 runs and played 42 one-day internationals. </p> <p>Since retiring from cricket in 2004, he has had a successful TV commentary career. </p> <p><em>Image: Getty</em></p>

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Billy Slater rocked by family tragedy

<p>Billy Slater has suffered a heartbreaking family tragedy, after his brother-in-law drowned while trying to save his nine-year-old daughter when she fell from their boat near Mackay, Queensland over the weekend. </p> <p>Ryan Craig - who was married to Slater's older sister Sheena - reportedly managed to keep his daughter afloat until a passing jet ski was able to pick her up. </p> <p>The father-of-four's body was found on Monday morning, with Slater and his family left devastated following the incident. </p> <p>Slater's former teammate, Cameron Smith, has opened up about the devastating phone call he had with the footy legend. </p> <p>"I found out Monday morning about this absolute tragedy. It happened Saturday afternoon up in the Mackay area where Billy's sister Sheena and her family live," <em>Smith told SEN's The Captain's Run with Cameron Smith and Denan Kemp.</em></p> <p>"They were just out on the water. They live very close to the dam where Ryan tragically passed away. And it's their regular place where they just go for family outings.</p> <p>"I rang Billy and spoke with him and he just said, 'Look, it's an absolutely tragic (set of) circumstances, given the situation'.</p> <p>"It's somewhere they spend a lot of time with the kids growing up. They've got four kids. They've got four little girls," he added. </p> <p>Smith then claimed that after Craig's daughter fell in the water, "a bit of weather blew up and and it blew the boat away from where they'd fallen," adding that the boat couldn't be started</p> <p>"It was a heroic effort, really, from Ryan to stay afloat as long as he did to save his daughter.</p> <p>"He eventually ran out of energy. Some jet skiers came along a little bit later and I don't know how - it's just a miracle - that the little girl was still afloat.</p> <p>"Ryan went under and subsequently passed away. Really tragic events and we send our condolences out to Sheena, who is Billy's sister and the wife of Ryan. Those four little girls that have lost their dad."</p> <p>Queensland Police have not yet released the full circumstances of what occurred, but Inspector Glenn Cameron said preliminary investigations have revealed "the actions of the man who is now deceased saved his young daughter’s life." </p> <p>Inspector Cameron reportedly said that Craig's daughter was taken to Mackay Base Hospital as a precaution, and whether they were wearing life jackets will be part of the investigation. </p> <p>A report will also be prepared for the coroner. </p> <p>"Our thoughts are with the family who've lost a loved one in these tragic circumstances," Cameron said.</p> <p>"We never want to see something like this happen."</p> <p><em>Images: Seven/ Facebook</em></p>

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Nigella Lawson speaks on her father’s death for the first time

<p>Celebrity chef Nigella Lawson has shared an update with her social media followers, thanking them for their support following her father’s death. </p> <p>The news of his passing was covered by the BBC and <em>The Guardian </em>on April 4, naming the former conservative chancellor as “one of the most consequential of all post-war UK chancellors”. </p> <p>Nigel Lawson was 91 years old when he passed, with a political career of almost five decades to his name. He served under Margaret Thatcher during the 1980s, holding a number of different roles, before retiring to the backbench in 1992. He went on to sit in the House of Lords until his retirement, just three short months before his passing. </p> <p>Nigel is survived by six children, and it was the 63-year-old Nigella who took to Twitter to express her gratitude to her 2.7 million followers for the love and support being directed to their family in their time of grief, as well as assuring them that while she needed some time, she would return to them. </p> <p>“Thank you for all your kind messages,” she wrote. “And I’ll be back on here properly tomorrow.” </p> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">Thank you for all your kind messages. And I’ll be back on here properly tomorrow</p> <p>— Nigella Lawson (@Nigella_Lawson) <a href="https://twitter.com/Nigella_Lawson/status/1643303805151240209?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 4, 2023</a></p></blockquote> <p>“Thinking of you, dearest girl. Your father was always kind and a consummate gentleman whenever I came across him as a journalist,” journalist Pádraig Belton wrote in response, before sharing a brief insight into his experiences with the late Nigel. </p> <p>“Been thinking of you, and Dominic and your kids today. Your dad was an interesting man,” editor Fiammetta Rocco said. “Scary, but very smart.”</p> <p>“Be well. Know that you are loved. Holding you and your family in prayer during this time of loss,” a reverend offered. </p> <p>“Don't rush yourself - give yourself enough time to process it all. Wrap yourself in the good memories &amp; cosset yourself however you choose about the not so good,” one kind supporter advised. “Take care of yourself first - we can all wait.”</p> <p>Nigella wasn’t the only notable figure to note Nigel’s death on social media, with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sharing his condolences with his own 1.9 million followers.</p> <p>"One of the first things I did as Chancellor was hang a picture of Nigel Lawson above my desk," he said.</p> <p>"He was a transformational Chancellor and an inspiration to me and many others. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time."</p> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">One of the first things I did as Chancellor was hang a picture of Nigel Lawson above my desk.</p> <p>He was a transformational Chancellor and an inspiration to me and many others.</p> <p>My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. <a href="https://t.co/SPwcnoUFnQ">pic.twitter.com/SPwcnoUFnQ</a></p> <p>— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) <a href="https://twitter.com/RishiSunak/status/1642988449258160128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 3, 2023</a></p></blockquote> <p>And Britain’s former prime minister Boris Johnson also had something to offer, writing that Nigel “was a fearless and original flame of free market Conservatism. He was a tax-cutter and simplifier who helped transform the economic landscape and helped millions of British people achieve their dreams … He was a prophet of Brexit and a lover of continental Europe. He was a giant. </p> <p>“My thoughts and prayers are with his family.”</p> <p><em>Images: Getty</em></p>

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Michael Slater hospitalised after new arrest

<p>Former cricketer Michael Slater is reportedly in hospital after allegedly breaching bail and being arrested at a home on Sydney’s Northern Beaches on the evening of Australia's National Day of Mourning for the Queen – Thursday September 22.</p> <p>The arrest followed multiple calls to the triple zero emergency line made by a 53-year-old beauty therapist. Following the calls, Slater was reportedly taken to a Northern Beaches police station before being transported to hospital for a mental health assessment.</p> <p>NSW police have applied for an interim AVO to protect the woman he was with at the time of arrest. The cricketer is prohibited from assaulting, threatening, stalking, harassing or intimidating the woman, nor can he be within 100m of her home or workplace.</p> <p>NSW Police issued a statement to news.com.au.</p> <p>“About 9:30 pm on Thursday 22 September 2022, officers from Northern Beaches Police Area Command responded to a report of a male allegedly causing a disturbance at a house at Wyuna Avenue, Freshwater,” the statement read.</p> <p>“Police arrived and spoke with a 52-year-old man who was not a resident of the premises. The man was arrested after police detected he was allegedly in breach of bail.</p> <p>“He was taken to Manly Police Station and later conveyed to Northern Beaches Hospital for assessment. Inquiries continue.”</p> <p>Slater was already living with strict bail conditions following multiple assault, stalking and breaching bail charges. Slater already made headlines last month when an ex-partner came forward with disturbing text messages he is alleged to have sent, which included revenge porn threats.</p> <p>Additionally, Slater allegedly assaulted a man at Frenchs Forest on Sydney’s Northern Beaches on July 18.</p> <p>He is defending the charges and facing two counts of common assault and one count of attempt to stalk or intimidate intend fear of physical or mental harm.</p> <p><em>Image: Getty</em></p>

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Michael Slater slapped with new assault charges

<p dir="ltr">Cricket legend Michael Slater has been slapped with new assault charges just weeks after a former partner revealed the <a href="https://www.oversixty.com.au/finance/legal/michael-slater-s-alleged-text-messages-revealed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">disturbing text messages</a> she claims he sent her. </p> <p dir="ltr">The 52-year-old is accused of allegedly assaulting a 36-year-old man at Frenchs Forest on Sydney’s northern beaches on July 18 - four days after he was charged for breaching his bail. </p> <p dir="ltr">Police were called to the scene where he was then charged with two new counts of common assault and one count of attempt to stalk or intimidate intend fear of physical or mental harm.</p> <p dir="ltr">Slater’s solicitor James McLoughlin, told Manly Local Court on Wednesday that his client would plead not guilty to all the new charges.</p> <p dir="ltr">Earlier on July 14, police rushed to his Manly home following concerns for his welfare and he was taken to hospital.</p> <p dir="ltr">The cricketer was charged for breaching his bail after police attended his home following concerns for his welfare. </p> <p dir="ltr">He was granted strict conditional bail, and must stay away from alcohol and drugs, and be on good behaviour.</p> <p dir="ltr">In May 2022, Slater was charged with assault and stalking/intimidating a 35-year-old woman following an alleged incident in manly on April 26, which he plead not guilty to. </p> <p dir="ltr">Slater is currently in a mental health facility in Sydney and is not allowed to contact those who made a complaint against him due to apprehended violence orders. </p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Image: Getty</em></p>

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Michael Slater’s alleged text messages revealed

<p dir="ltr">A former partner of cricketer Michael Slater has revealed the disturbing text messages she claims he sent her. </p> <p dir="ltr">The mother-of-three and the cricketer broke off their relationship which saw Slater allegedly threaten to release intimate videos and photos he had of her.</p> <p dir="ltr">The woman described Slater as a “narcissist” and tried to get him to sign a legal document to ensure he didn’t release the private photos. </p> <p dir="ltr">In the series of text messages shown to <a href="https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/exgirlfriends-of-cricketer-michael-slater-reveal-harrowing-physical-emotional-torment/news-story/428f3b352dd71d6eb833c2206b408592" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Herald Sun</a>, Slater allegedly called the woman “heartless” when she refused to get back with him and he threatened that she would “feel his pain”.</p> <p dir="ltr">“I am going to do my best to make you feel my pain,” he allegedly sent in one of the messages.</p> <p dir="ltr">“I’m now completely over you and going to bring you down. No one deserves the treatment I’ve received,” another message allegedly read.</p> <p dir="ltr">“You’ve (sic) f***ed and a piece of dog s**t,” he allegedly sent in a third.</p> <p dir="ltr">The woman told the publication that Slater allegedly threatened to self harm and had also thrown her on the ground during an argument. </p> <p dir="ltr">The 52-year-old cricketer is currently in a mental health facility in Sydney and is not allowed to contact those who made a complaint against him due to apprehended violence orders. </p> <p dir="ltr">Earlier this year on July 14, the cricketer was charged for breaching his bail after police attended his home following concerns for his welfare. </p> <p dir="ltr">He was granted strict conditional bail, and must stay away from alcohol and drugs, and be on good behaviour.</p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Image: Getty</em></p>

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Michael Slater hospitalised

<p dir="ltr">Australian cricketer Michael Slater has been hospitalised as domestic violence charges against him were dismissed on mental health grounds.</p> <p dir="ltr">Police prosecutor Sergeant Lachlan Kirby told Waverley Local Court - where Mr Slater was due to appear to appeal the charges - that the cricketer had been detained by police and paramedics on Tuesday night and taken to a mental health facility on the Northern Beaches.</p> <p dir="ltr">The 52-year-old had appealed for the charges to be dealt with under the Mental Health Act prior to his hospitalisation.</p> <p dir="ltr">Mr Slater’s barrister, Richard Pontello, appeared at the hearing via video link and consented to Magistrate Ross Hudson making his decision in Mr Slater’s absence, according to <em><a href="https://www.news.com.au/sport/cricket/michael-slater-taken-to-hospital-for-mental-health-reasons/news-story/9fa4583372622f38084df48f0d4d7214" target="_blank" rel="noopener">news.com.au</a></em>.</p> <p dir="ltr">The former Test cricketer was first charged <a href="https://www.oversixty.com.au/news/news/cricket-legend-michael-slater-arrested" target="_blank" rel="noopener">late last year</a> for allegedly using a mobile phone to harass his former partner between March and October, as well as stalking and intimidating her in Randwick on October 12 and 13.</p> <p dir="ltr">He was arrested for a second time in December and charged with contravening an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO), as well as another charge of using a carriage service to menace, harass or intimidate his former partner.</p> <p dir="ltr">Mr Slater sent 66 messages and called his ex 18 times in a period of two-and-a-half hours on the night of December 14, the court heard.</p> <p dir="ltr">The court also heard that although his former partner blocked his number, Mr Slater sent multiple messages to her via WhatsApp that were signed under the name “MJS”.</p> <p dir="ltr">Last week, Mr Pontello told the court Mr Slater was suffering from several mental illnesses, including major depressive disorder and ADHD at the time of the offences, but was in remission.</p> <p dir="ltr">Mr Pontello previously told the court Mr Slater spent 108 days in a rehabilitation facility between January and March this year, and argued that it was in the public interest for Mr Slater to be dealt with under the Mental Health Act so his treatment could continue.</p> <p dir="ltr">The police prosecution opposed the application due to the seriousness of the charges and the fact that he was out on bail for the second round of charges.</p> <p dir="ltr">Mr Hudson noted that Mr Slater was seeking treatment for his mental health before ruling that the charges be dealt with under the Mental Health Act.</p> <p dir="ltr">“He has a significant illness and has done significant work since that period of time, and he should be proud of that,” Mr Hudson said.</p> <p dir="ltr">He ordered Mr Slater abide by a treatment plan for 12 months.</p> <p dir="ltr">Mr Slater will also be the subject of an AVO from his former partner for five years.</p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-2c551a59-7fff-5ef5-61fd-5dfdbeffa360"></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Image: Getty Images</em></p>

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Kelly Slater’s former beachside stay goes under the hammer

<p dir="ltr">The coastal home that hosted US surfing champion Kelly Slater has been listed for sale.</p> <p dir="ltr">It isn’t the only reason Slater has been in the news lately, after he made waves when he spoke out against the Australian government’s <a href="https://www.oversixty.com.au/travel/travel-trouble/those-are-the-rules-kelly-slater-barred-from-australia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">handling of Novak Djokovic’s deportation</a> and its response to the NSW flood crisis, which he said was “nothing short of appalling”.</p> <p dir="ltr">The home’s current owner, former Quiksilver International boss Bruce Raymond, has listed the home with plans to stay local following the sale. Raymond, who learned how to surf when he was just four-years-old, has lived near the beach all his life and continues to surf everyday.</p> <p dir="ltr">“This was to be our forever home but I’m scaling down now. I’ll stay in the area,” he told <em><a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/news/kelly-slaters-sydney-crash-pad-home-of-exquiksilver-boss-bruce-raymond-at-bilgola-beach-for-sale/?rsf=syn:news:nca:news:spa:strap" target="_blank" rel="noopener">realestate.com.au</a></em>.</p> <p dir="ltr">The four-bedroom, four-bathroom home in Bilgola in Sydney’s Northern Beaches boasts stunning views of the ocean and Avalon’s beachfront.</p> <p dir="ltr">The house includes hardwood floors throughout, pool views from the kitchen, and even a self-contained guest suite on the ground floor.</p> <p dir="ltr">Outside, the alfresco terrace and its entertaining area are protected from the area’s harsh southerly winds. Raymond has also transformed the garden into a micro farm, including three veggie plots, a shed, and a mini windmill.</p> <p dir="ltr">According to the <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-nsw-bilgola+beach-138894855" target="_blank" rel="noopener">listing</a>, the home will be heading to auction on April 12 with a price guide of $5,375,000.</p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-1b8aee2e-7fff-fe05-15f4-6082fb3176d3"></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Images: @kellyslater (Instagram), realestate.com.au</em></p>

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"Those are the rules": Kelly Slater barred from Australia

<p>Surfing legend Kelly Slater has been told he will not be able to enter Australia without a Covid-19 vaccination. </p> <p>The 11-time world champion has previously refused to disclose his vaccination status and spoken out about his exasperation about making the jab mandatory, but assured fans he's not anti-vax. </p> <p>He has, however, publicly defended American podcast host Joe Rogan over dishing out dangerous health advice, and more recently blasted the Australian government over the decision to deport Novak Djokovic. </p> <p>After Novak's highly publicised deportation last week, Slater took to social media to say, <span>"maybe Stockholm Syndrome can now change its name to Melbourne/Australia syndrome", and "so much brainwashed hatred in people's hearts regardless of vax status".</span></p> <p><span>After receiving backlash over his views, the surfing champ deleted the posts. </span></p> <p><span>Despite his opinions, Slater now faces the same fate as Novak Djokovic, as he risks being barred from entering the country if he continues to refuse to disclose his vaccination status, unless he proves he is eligible for a legitimate exemption. </span><span></span></p> <p><span>Slater is planning to enter Australia for the upcoming World Surf League championship events, which will take place in Victoria in April, before another event in Western Australia. </span></p> <p>Federal Sports Minister Richard Colbeck said Slater "has no chance of getting into the country" if he is not vaccinated.</p> <p>"I reckon he knows the rules. It doesn't matter whether you're a surfer, or a tennis player, a tourist or anyone else, those are the rules. They apply to everyone," Colbeck said.</p> <p><span>"I don't like the chances of him competing in Victoria, and I'd hate to think of what the chances were of him competing in Western Australia."</span></p> <p><em>Image credits: Getty Images</em></p>

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Cricket legend Michael Slater arrested

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Former Australian test cricketer Michael Slater is due to face court over charges relating to reports of a domestic violence incident.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">NSW Police confirmed that an investigation commenced after officers received reports of the incident, which allegedly occurred on October 12.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The 51-year-old sportsman </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.news.com.au/sport/cricket/former-aussie-cricket-great-michael-slater-arrested-on-domestic-violence-charges/news-story/2ca043b3e481022ea915e8ad8b279cb4" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">was arrested</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> at his Manly home on Sydney’s northern beaches on Wednesday morning, before being taken to Manly police station.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Police said Mr Slater was charged for two offences at the station: using a carriage service - such as a phone or the internet - to menace, harass, or offend; and stalking or intimidating with the intent to cause fear of physical or mental harm.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mr Slater was granted conditional bail.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">He is due to appear at Waverley Local Court on November 11.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The former cricketer recently departed Channel 7’s cricket coverage team following several tweets criticising Prime Minister Scott Morrison and the government’s decision to ban overseas arrivals in May.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mr Slater was commenting on a tournament in India until the country’s escalating COVID-19 crisis prompted him to leave early, but he was unable to re-enter Australia under the government’s current rules.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“If our Government cared for the safety of Aussies they would allow us to get home. It’s a disgrace!” he tweeted in May.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Blood on your hands PM. How dare you treat us like this. How about you sort out quarantine system.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I had government permission to work on the IPL but I now have government neglect.</span></p> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr">And for those who think this is a money exercise. Well forget it. This is what I do for a living and I have not made a penny having left early. So please stop the abuse and think of the thousands dying in India each day. It's called empathy. If only our government had some!</p> — Michael Slater (@mj_slats) <a href="https://twitter.com/mj_slats/status/1389180433611444228?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 3, 2021</a></blockquote> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“And for those who think this is a money exercise. Well forget it. This is what I do for a living and I have not made a penny having left early.”</span></p> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr">I challenge you to a debate anytime PM.</p> — Michael Slater (@mj_slats) <a href="https://twitter.com/mj_slats/status/1389911116285841409?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 5, 2021</a></blockquote> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Channel 7 Head of Sport Lewis Martin released a statement earlier this month stating the network decided Slater’s contract wouldn’t be renewed for the 2021-22 summer.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Unfortunately business decisions have to be made from time to time and unfortunately we’re not in a position to renew it,” he said.</span></p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Image: @mj_slats / Instagram</span></em></p>

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Radio star sells luxury Sydney home for $2.4 million to famous chef

<p>Radio personality Michael “Wippa” Wipfli and his wife Lisa have sold their beautiful, quaint property in Queens Park, Sydney, to move up the hill to Vaucluse.</p> <p>The Nova radio host, who works alongside his partner in crime Fitzy on their popular breakfast show, officially sold the property for a staggering $2.4 million.</p> <p>The Queens Park home has reportedly been sold to famous chef Nigel Ward, according to <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.domain.com.au/news/michael-wippa-wipfli-scores-2-4m-queens-park-sale-to-chef-nigel-ward-849739/" target="_blank">Domain</a>.</p> <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/ByUpHmDAWvZ/" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/ByUpHmDAWvZ/" target="_blank">A post shared by Fitzy &amp; Wippa on Nova (@fitzyandwippa)</a> on Jun 5, 2019 at 2:10am PDT</p> </div> </blockquote> <p>The home both Wippa and his wife Lisa have owned since 2014 is an architect-designed property which boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms and was originally purchased for $1.87 million.</p> <p>The Queens Park house went on the market last month for $2.5 million, however, dropped to $2.3 million after it struggled to attract a buyer.</p> <p>The large deck is a standout which the couple spent time remodelling to perfection. Close by, a Caesarstone kitchen with island bench comes in partnership with ultra-modern appliances that would make anyone feel like a professional chef when cooking.</p> <p>Located in the Eastern Suburbs, the pad was built in the 1920s and in addition to a spacious, comfortable bottom floor, the owner added a second storey to the home to create even more space and luxury feel.</p> <p>Scroll through the gallery above to see inside the former home of Wippa.</p>

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Cricket legend Michael Slater kicked off flight after "disruptive behaviour"

<p>Photos have emerged of the moment Australian cricket legend Michael Slater was kicked off a plane that followed an argument with two female friends while boarding.</p> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en-gb"> <p dir="ltr">Australian cricket star Michael Slater is booted from a Qantas flight 'after getting into a screaming row with two female friends - and locking himself in the plane's toilet' <a href="https://t.co/r1xoa2hrKh">https://t.co/r1xoa2hrKh</a> <a href="https://t.co/1qsdCOj5DN">pic.twitter.com/1qsdCOj5DN</a></p> — Daniel Piotrowski (@drpiotrowski) <a href="https://twitter.com/drpiotrowski/status/1130672734684377088?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">21 May 2019</a></blockquote> <p>The Channel Seven commentator was boarding a flight from Sydney to the small NSW town of Wagga Wagga on Sunday afternoon when he became involved in a heated exchange with the two women he was travelling with.</p> <p>Witnesses told radio station <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.2gb.com/exclusive-michael-slater-kicked-off-plane-amid-angry-spat/" target="_blank">2GB</a> that he quickly became involved in an extremely heated discussion with the two women he was travelling with.</p> <p>The conversation escalated once the trio took their seats, with witnesses saying he was swearing and yelling abuse at one of the women in particular.</p> <p>Slater then locked himself in the bathroom and refused to come out.</p> <p>Macquarie Radio spoke to Slater’s management, who confirmed the incident but denied that he locked himself in the bathroom.</p> <p>The former Test batsman has now issued a statement to Macquarie Radio.</p> <p>“I did have an argument with 2 friends whilst boarding a flight to Wagga and I apologise for the inconvenience this caused other passengers on the flight.”</p> <p>Airport security were called to deal with the incident and Slater was asked by airline crew to disembark.</p> <p>“Prior to departure on a Sydney to Wagga Wagga flight on Sunday, a male passenger was asked to leave the aircraft for being disruptive,” a Qantas spokesman told <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7052027/The-moment-cricket-legend-commentator-Michael-Slater-kicked-Qantas-plane.html" target="_blank"><em>Daily Mail Australia</em></a>.</p> <p>“He complied with the crew's request.”</p> <p>Slater joined Channel Nine after retiring from the world of cricket but made the switch to Channel Seven last year.</p> <p>According to <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.2gb.com/exclusive-michael-slater-kicked-off-plane-amid-angry-spat/" target="_blank">2GB</a>, the Seven Network only became aware of the incident when they made contact and have refused to comment.</p> <p>“At this stage of the cricket season, Michael is working for a number of broadcasters,” the statement said.</p> <p>“He doesn’t actually come back into our world until the start of the season ( 2019/2020).”</p>

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The choc chip cookies you need to try

<p>Have you ever craved a lighter, fluffier, more aesthetically pleasing version of chocolate chip cookies for a snack? Nigel Slater, an English food writer, journalist, broadcaster and chef, says these gorgeous looking treats will get you through those meals where you crave a sweet dessert afterwards.</p> <p>“The best moment to eat these soft cookies is when they are still warm, when the butterscotch notes of the brown sugar is still evident and the chocolate chips haven’t quite set,” he wrote in <em>The Guardian</em>. Have a peak below and see if you would like to try these out for yourselves.</p> <p><img style="width: 500px; height: 281.25px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7823982/gettyimages-958512822.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/1c55f900fcf74f2e9cf09712a3c09dde" /></p> <p><strong>Ingredients </strong></p> <ul> <li>125g butter</li> <li>75g light muscovado sugar</li> <li>75g caster sugar</li> <li>1 egg</li> <li>250g plain flour</li> <li>½ tsp bicarbonate of soda</li> <li>20g crystallised rose petals</li> <li>200g marzipan</li> <li>150g dark chocolate</li> <li>Vanilla extract</li> </ul> <p><strong>Method </strong></p> <p>1. Set oven to 200 degrees celsius.</p> <p>2. Cream butter and sugars together until the texture is light and the colour resembles a light brown.</p> <p>3. Break egg into bowl and mix the yolk and egg white together with a fork, then combine with butter and sugar mixture.</p> <p>4. Mix flour and bicarbonate soda and fold into creamed butter and sugar mix.</p> <p>5. Finely chop rose petals. Cut marzipan into small bits and pieces then add to mixture.</p> <p>6. Cut chocolate into small pieces then fold cookie dough with vanilla extract (your desired amount).</p> <p>7. Roll mixture into small balls and set on baking paper.</p> <p>8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until pale and risen.</p> <p>9. Allow 5 minutes to cool.</p> <p>10. Makes 18 cookies.</p> <p>Will you try this classy take on chocolate chip cookies? Let us know in the comments below.</p>

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Prince Harry surprises double amputee in the best way

<p>He may be a member of one of the most powerful families in the world, but when it comes to surprising an old friend, Prince Harry is just like the rest of us. When the cheeky royal paid a visit to his old mate, veteran soldier and double amputee Duncan Slater, he couldn’t resist having a bit of fun.</p> <p>Duncan, who lost both his legs during a bomb blast while deployed in Afghanistan back in 2009, was training for the Marathon des Sables – a 250km race across the Sahara to raise money for Prince Harry’s charity, Walking with the Wounded – when he received the surprise of his life.</p> <blockquote class="twitter-video"> <p dir="ltr">Prince Harry pays double amputee <a href="https://twitter.com/DuncanSlater3">@DuncanSlater3</a> a surprise visit as he trains for <a href="https://twitter.com/marathonDsables">@marathonDsables</a> <a href="https://t.co/fnXKV13lUB">https://t.co/fnXKV13lUB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/supportthewalk">@supportthewalk</a> <a href="https://t.co/IzBpURObbQ">pic.twitter.com/IzBpURObbQ</a></p> — ITV News (@itvnews) <a href="https://twitter.com/itvnews/status/848882356647866369">April 3, 2017</a></blockquote> <p>The shocked former soldier couldn’t help but swear when he spotted the young royal, clearly in disbelief as he shook his hand. “Nice to see you,” Harry greeted Duncan. “This is horrible. I wasn't really in the neighbourhood but I had to come and see you sweating your balls off on a treadmill in a sauna!”</p>

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