Today in News History
On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1915, Leonard Birchall, Royal Canadian Air Force pilot (died 2004) was born. In 1917, Arthur Lydiard, New Zealand runner and coach (died 2004) was born. In 1930, Ian Burgess, English racing driver (died 2012) was born. In 1939, Bruce Hunter, American swimmer (died 2018) was born. In 1940, Story Bridge, a major landmark in Brisbane, as well as Australia's longest cantilever bridge is formally opened. In 1962, Todd Bennett, English runner and coach (died 2013) was born. In 1975, Kristian Woolf, Australian rugby league player and coach was born. In 1978, Kevin Senio, New Zealand rugby player was born. In 1987, Manteo Mitchell, American runner was born. In 2011, Carly Hibberd, Australian road racing cyclist (born 1985) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Strange fitness decision made by NSW for Origin decider
Narrative Analysis: Bandwagon

Canberra wonder boy Ethan Strange has been passed fit for the State of Origin decider after sending an injury scare through NSW camp.
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