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It is Williams who owes an apology to the umpire
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It is Williams who owes an apology to the umpire

Ramos' decisions had nothing to do with sexism, but with observing clear breaches of the grand slam code of conduct and then having the courage to call them.

  • by Richard Ings

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Byelection loss lies squarely at Gladys Berejiklian's feet

She picked the candidate and was the face of the campaign. Yet, despite $100m of pork barrelling, a safe seat was lost.

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Former Aussie Home Loans boss stung by share offload

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        Ramos' decisions had nothing to do with sexism or racism, but with observing clear breaches of the grand slam code of conduct and then having the courage to call them.

        • by Richard Ings

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