The AFL clubs need their superstars on the park more than ever this season, with the spotlight set to fall on their fitness gurus if they fail.

Newcastle trainer Kris Lees and Australian Bloodstock took a punt with the former Gooree galloper and it could pay off with a group 1 win.

After a plea from Noel Pearson, the Prime Minister has ruled out offering Australians a vote to enshrine the Indigenous Voice into the constitution.

Noel Penfold used to breed more than five million fish each year and export them to all parts of the world. But his passion for racehorses has delivered the Golden Slipper its ultimate underdog story.

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