Community love on show for Tate family with fundraiser

SUPPORT: The Tweed has rallied around Lillie (centre) and Beck Tate following James' tragic death.

JAMES Tate's life and spirit continue to be celebrated.

VIDEO: Gav 'the greatest water man' farewelled

Gavin Arthur ashes were scattered today at Brunswick.

Gav was sent off just the way he would have wanted.

Shed backflip a decision community might rue

Dr Steve Phillips.

Koala expert warns community might one day rue "grandstanding” move.






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Comedy with extra cheese

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New look $10 note

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NRL star's wife booted from cafe by 'mum-ophobic' waitress

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