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Bulletins — 2026-08-22
News
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In a troubling development, two women at the centre of the Sydney Swans scandal are reportedly suffering severe trauma but are receiving legal support. Turning to international news, Israel's ambassador has stated that the country is open to compensating the family of aid worker Zomi Frankcom, with investigations into reparations possibly underway. In a separate story, a dual citizen has been charged with foreign interference after allegedly gathering military intelligence for Russia.
Meanwhile, the federal government will fund most of the ACT gun buyback scheme following the Bondi Beach attack. In court news, a teenage boy faces charges over the murder of thirteen-year-old Layla Jeffery.
Local police allege a thirty-two-year-old man raped a young woman in Brisbane while on his way to work. In sport, the Brisbane Lions secured a vital win over Collingwood with standout performances from Conor McKenna and Logan Morris.
That's your news bulletin for today — thanks for listening to Jazz Radio.
Sport
This is JazzRadio.com.au with your sports news update.
In a developing story, the Sydney Swans AFLW captain and coach are standing firm, declaring the club united amid a scandal that has seen five men's players suspended for the rest of the season. Captain Lucy McEvoy mentioned that the players have had open conversations about the situation. Teammate Callum Mills expressed shock at the news but assured that there is no rift within the playing group and that the banned players will return to face their teammates.
Meanwhile, Swans chairperson Andrew Pridham emphasized the need for accountability, highlighting ongoing issues of misogyny within the AFL culture.
In NRL news, the Penrith Panthers have been dealt a blow ahead of the finals, as five-eighth Jack Cogger has been handed a three-match suspension for a high shot, potentially sidelining him for important games.
Stay tuned for more updates.