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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1902, Vic Armbruster, Australian rugby league footballer (died 1984) was born. In 1956, John Hayes, Australian politician, 25th Premier of Tasmania (born 1868) passed away. In 1959, David Brown, Australian meteorologist was born. In 1962, Dean Wilkins, English footballer and manager was born. In 1967, Bruny Surin, Canadian sprinter was born. In 1974, Gregory Shane Helms, American professional wrestler was born. In 1982, Jason Wright, American football player, businessman, and executive was born. In 1989, Nick Palmieri, American ice hockey player was born. In 2001, Kaylee McKeown, Australian swimmer was born. In 2007, Stan Zemanek, Australian radio and television host (born 1947) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Murphy Reid, Josh Treacy share half-time insights as Fremantle Dockers pull off epic comeback against Sydney

It was the question on everyone’s lips in the immediate aftermath of Fremantle’s epic comeback: Just what was the half-time message from Justin Longmuir to help spark the turnaround?
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The West Australian
· Jul 5, 2026
AFL WATCH: How every Fremantle-listed player fared for Peel Thunder against Claremont
Fremantle’s Aiden Riddle was the hero in Peel’s three point win over Claremont with a goal after the siren. Here’s how the 15 AFL-listed Dockers went in the top of the table clash.
Brisbane Times
· Jun 28, 2026
Suns humbled as Dockers snare sweet revenge in Perth
The win catapulted Fremantle (14-1) two wins clear of second-placed Sydney and three and a half wins clear of third-placed Hawthorn, with a top-two finish well and truly theirs for the taking.
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Related coverage for "Murphy Reid, Josh Treacy share half-time insights as Fremantle Dockers pull off epic comeback against Sydney": The West Australian — AFL WATCH: How every Fremantle-listed player fared for Peel Thunder against Claremont. Brisbane Times — Suns humbled as Dockers snare sweet revenge in Perth