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Sky News AU
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
Former hosts Lisa Wilkinson and Carrie Bickmore appear on Network Ten's The Project as final episode airs after 16 years
Former The Project hosts Lisa Wilkinson and Carrie Bickmore made a special appearance for the final episode of the current affairs news program. After 16 years and more than 4,500 episodes, Network Ten announced earlier this month that the nightly show would come to an end without stating a reason. In a statement, a spokesperson said "all good things come to an end" and celebrated The Project for carving out a different way of telling news in the media landscape. On Friday, the final episode, extended to 90 minutes, went to air. Regular hosts Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris, Sam Taunton and Georgie Tunny, welcomed viewers at home and the in-studio audience with a heavy heart. The show flashed back all the way to 2009 when it first arrived on television screens known at the time as The 7PM Project, before a name change two years later. Highlights of the best moments throughout the years were played, including interviews with A-list celebrities and funny incidents on the panel between the hosts. Later, Wilkinson made a surprise appearance. Speaking in a short recorded video, the TV star who hosted the show between 2018 and 2022, said it had been a "privilege" to be part of The Project family. "In my experience, you will never get a more professional and passionate bunch of people, both in front of and behind the cameras," the journalist said. She recalled one particular "great memory" when Aly interviewed former prime minister Scott Morrison following the Christchurch shooting massacre in 2019. Wilkinson also praised the work of former colleague Hamish MacDonald and Bickmore for breaking news and raising millions for brain cancer, respectively. "And Tommy (Little), Pete (Helliar), thank you so much for every time things got a little heavy there at the desk. Taking the piss! You constantly made us laugh at ourselves and the world. Too often, we needed it! And still do," she continued. "This journalism and these moments are what The Project at its best specialised in, and I'm really sad that a show as important and loved as The Project has been over the years won't be on any screens any more. I mean, 11 Logies and a Walkley, that ain't nothing." Tears flowed and laughter was shared throughout the final show. Celebrities including Dannii Minogue, Jessica Mauboy, Andy Lee, Robert Irwin, Shane Jacobson, and singer Callum Scott also left touching messages for the show. Bickmore stopped by in person during the final 30 minutes, saying she had the "worst memory" but one highlight was spending time with Oprah when she was in Australia. "She took me backstage and spent a couple of minutes for me and it was tough time in my life and she was telling me that she was praying for me," she said. Bickmore then encouraged viewers to buy a beanie to support Carrie's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer, after her late husband Greg Lange died following a 10-year battle. The final episode wrapped up with long-time host Aly reading out a monologue describing the change The Project had on Australian current affairs and news. "Sixteen years ago, some outstandingly creative people began an audacious TV experiment. Could you straddle the world of news, popular culture and comedy in a single show, a single segment, a single moment?" he asked. "I think that this show reflected the best of this country. It was irreverent and knew when things were serious but always refused to take itself that way. It always gave its best but never presumed to think that it was doing everything right. For God's sake - the show's name is The Project - it's never finished and it reflected our lives. "You love, you cry. You get things wrong. You laugh, and you do all of these things all at once - not in isolation, because that's life. Often we are laughing despite the tragedy around us. It's release and escape and especially, it's connection." Aly went on to thank staff and viewers at home for "letting us into your hearts". "You're the reason the show existed and the reason that this moment is so hard. TV is a meet, and this was... This was the most extraordinary gathering," he said. "...But this impossible show and the people who gathered around it is unlike anything that came before it, and nothing like it will exist again. This show brought people together with sometimes very little in common and made them long-term friends." The Project will be replaced with another current affairs and news program called 10 News+ and has poached journalists from other newsrooms to front the show.
7NEWS
6 days ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Richmond premiership teammates Trent Cotchin and Brandon Ellis return to action in surprise cameo
Retired Richmond premiership greats Trent Cotchin and Brandon Ellis will pull the boots on again this weekend for a local team in Sydney. Cotchin and Ellis will line up for the South West Sydney Blues in their premiers division clash against Pennant Hills at Mike Kenny Oval on Saturday. Cotchin, who recently turned 35, retired from the AFL at the end of 2023 after a glittering 306-game career, that included three premierships and a Brownlow Medal. Ellis played alongside Cotchin for eight seasons, including the two premierships in 2017 and 2019 before joining Gold Coast. He finished his career at the end of last season after amassing 251 games. The pair join the South West Sydney Blues for a one-off appearance that could have major finals implications. Currently in sixth place, the Blues could leapfrog Pennant Hills into fifth spot on the ladder at the halfway point of the season. The top five of the 10-team competition make finals. The pair will head into the clash in elite shape, having recently completed the Big Five Marathon in South Africa. Running for Carrie Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer, Cotchin and Ellis completed the gruelling run in just over five hours. Cotchin's wife Brooke ran the half-marathon, clocking an impressive time of 2:26:31. 'This was more than just a marathon, it was an experience, it was about creating memories, it was about leaning into the discomfort, about being part of a team and about raising awareness and funds for critical brain cancer research,' Cotchin wrote on Instagram. 'I learnt so much on this journey and I was again reminded that fulfilment far outweighs achievement and that replacing expectation with appreciation is a powerful tool. 'Finally, I learnt that my wife as amazing as I already knew her, put me on notice for being a far more resilient and talented runner than I. 'Her will and determination, added with her discipline are all examples of how you truly can get the best out of yourself! I was truly so proud of her. 'No words can really describe this experience but it is one I'll be forever grateful for.' 'Mannnn I'm still buzzing from last weekend!!!' Ellis wrote. 'The run itself was so brutal, but I would do it all again to help raise awareness for this vicious disease. Carrie you're doing incredible things, so grateful to do my little part and be on the journey with you. 'I don't think there could've been a more unique crew, but the connection we made over the few days is something I'll cherish forever.'
Daily Mail
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Carrie Bickmore's rumoured lover Tommy Little falls ill and requires an IV drip after running for her charity event in South Africa - as video footage of him vomiting on a tree emerges
He trained hard to compete in the Big Five marathon in South Africa over the weekend to raise money for his rumoured lover Carrie Bickmore 's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer charity. And while Tommy Little finished the long-distance foot race, it came at a price. The radio funnyman revealed he busted a calf muscle and 'spewed' post the 42.195km run. Tommy was filmed throwing up on a tree after the gruelling course. 'When I stop cramping I'll post some better content, but just wanted to let the people who are following along know that we survived the Big 5 Marathon! he wrote in an Instagram post. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'I came in 22nd place and all I needed to do to achieve that was bust a calf muscle and spew to the point of needing an IV drip post race.' Tommy added that the donations he received, which will go towards Carrie's charity, was what kept him going as he almost quit 3km in. 'It was humbling and brilliant and if it wasn't for all you beautiful people that donated I absolutely would've given up 3kms in. Thank you. Love you. I'm gonna sleep and will post more tomorrow ❤️' he said. Carrie and Tommy were joined by several other celebrities in the marathon, including Sam Wood, Olivia Molly Rogers, Merrick Watts, Ned Brockman, Ellidy Pullin, Laura Enever and Trent Cotchin. Ahead of the event, Carrie broke down in tears after reading a heartbreaking letter from a mother who is battling brain cancer. The veteran presenter, 44, shared a clip to social media on Saturday in which she became emotional as she read out the sad letter she had received. 'I hope this letter finds you well. I am Courtney and I have had brain cancer since I was 34, nine years,' Carrie read out. I used to be a nurse and I loved it, but now I am the patient. When I woke up at hospital, I was told the diagnosis and my life expectancy was one to two years. 'I laughed at the doctors and told them they were wrong, told them I was leaving. I have a boy who is five years old now. Never once did I think I was going to die. 'This diagnosis has changed me for the better... I see more beauty in the world now.' Carrie's voice was heard breaking as she told fans it is important to continue to do charity work to support people like Courtney. 'It was heartbreaking but so inspiring and another reminder why we are here. You'll be there with me every step Courtney,' Carrie said. 'Please donate if you can, even just a few dollars. The link is in my bio. You CAN make a difference.' Last month, Carrie told Confidential that the big five African animals 'will make me run fast, that is for sure'. 'Last year they had to delay the start of the race because there was a lion roaming around. I've decided not to read up too much about it because I've decided if I read about it, I won't go,' she said. 'I'm just going to go there with my eyes closed and open them at the start line and see what happens.' Carrie set up her charity after her late husband, Greg Lange, lost his battle with brain cancer. She announced she would continue Greg's legacy with the charity during her Gold Logie acceptance speech in 2015.
Daily Telegraph
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Telegraph
AFL news: Scott Selwood's heartbreaking final act for late brothers Adam and Troy comes to light, Isaac Smith, South Africa's Big Five Marathon
Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. Adam Selwood's plan to run a half marathon to raise money for a mental health charity in honour of his brother Troy – who died earlier this year – emerged following the 41-year-old's death last month. Tragically he never made the date of the race. But in an incredible act of courage, the youngest Selwood brother Scott decided to run a marathon in honour of his two brothers, completing a punishing solo run for charity all alone in the cold wintry Melbourne conditions on Saturday. Watch the biggest Aussie sports & the best from overseas LIVE on Kayo Sports | New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited time offer. Selwood decided to run a marathon to help him grieve the loss of his brothers, while also raising money for Carrie Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer charity. The 35-year-old Collingwood assistant coach decided to complete South Africa's Big Five Marathon in the wake of Adam's tragic death last month before later pulling out, with Hawthorn and Geelong premiership hero Isaac Smith taking on the task of replacing Scott in South Africa despite having a newborn at home. However, Scott still decided to run a solo marathon in honour of his brothers who were both avid runners. Scott, running in support of Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer charity, completed his marathon, by running 42.2km around Albert Park in Melbourne in an impressive three hours and two minutes, an average of 4:19/km. The incredible act saw his brother Joel take to social media to write: 'You would have been forgiven if you weren't up for it today brother.' 'But instead you did it the hardest way possible — underprepared, freezing cold and ran alone against the clock. '42.2km and smashed it. Proud of you Uncle Scooter.' The Selwood boys – Joel, Troy, Adam and Scott Selwood after this year's grand final. Together Scott and Smith have raised more than $55,000 for charity. In a post to Instagram after completing the marathon Scott wrote: 'Not Africa but the importance to the cause stays the same!' 'I learnt some very hard lessons about being underprepared for a marathon also! So did my toenails! 'To everyone who has donated. a very big THANK YOU. This is an incredible cause and with incredible people. It wasn't meant to be for me in Africa but that's when you're lucky to have great people to step in and support (like) Isaac Smith. Good luck team!' Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer took two dozen people to South Africa for the Big Five marathon and half-marathon. Smith – running in place of Selwood – finished in 5:33:22, just behind Carrie Bickmore's co-host Tommy Little (5:28:55). Richmond premiership players Brandon Ellis (5:06:11) and Trent Cotchin (5:12:08) also registered strong times. Selwood brothers, L- R Scott, Joel, Adam and Joel While Australian ultra-marathon athlete Nedd Brockmann won the marathon in a time of 3:15:31. It comes after Bickmore revealed last month that Scott had originally set out to complete the South Africa marathon to help him grieve the loss of his two brothers. 'It has been the most gut-wrenching time for the Selwood family, a much-loved football family who have tragically lost two brothers in very short succession,' she said last month. 'It is the most shocking situation for their family … in the midst of all of this, Scott decided he wanted to come on the Big Five adventure with us. 'At the time, it was something to give him purpose, to give him a reason to keep running every day, as he and his family were navigating their grief. 'And he was doing such an incredible job (before deciding to withdraw).' Originally published as Scott Selwood's heartbreaking and courageous final act for late brothers Adam and Troy
Courier-Mail
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Courier-Mail
AFL news: Scott Selwood's heartbreaking final act for late brothers Adam and Troy comes to light, Isaac Smith, South Africa's Big Five Marathon
Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. Adam Selwood's plan to run a half marathon to raise money for a mental health charity in honour of his brother Troy – who died earlier this year – emerged following the 41-year-old's death last month. Tragically he never made the date of the race. But in an incredible act of courage, the youngest Selwood brother Scott decided to run a marathon in honour of his two brothers, completing a punishing solo run for charity all alone in the cold wintry Melbourne conditions on Saturday. Watch the biggest Aussie sports & the best from overseas LIVE on Kayo Sports | New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited time offer. Selwood decided to run a marathon to help him grieve the loss of his brothers, while also raising money for Carrie Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer charity. The 35-year-old Collingwood assistant coach decided to complete South Africa's Big Five Marathon in the wake of Adam's tragic death last month before later pulling out, with Hawthorn and Geelong premiership hero Isaac Smith taking on the task of replacing Scott in South Africa despite having a newborn at home. However, Scott still decided to run a solo marathon in honour of his brothers who were both avid runners. Scott, running in support of Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer charity, completed his marathon, by running 42.2km around Albert Park in Melbourne in an impressive three hours and two minutes, an average of 4:19/km. The incredible act saw his brother Joel take to social media to write: 'You would have been forgiven if you weren't up for it today brother.' 'But instead you did it the hardest way possible — underprepared, freezing cold and ran alone against the clock. '42.2km and smashed it. Proud of you Uncle Scooter.' The Selwood boys – Joel, Troy, Adam and Scott Selwood after this year's grand final. Together Scott and Smith have raised more than $55,000 for charity. In a post to Instagram after completing the marathon Scott wrote: 'Not Africa but the importance to the cause stays the same!' 'I learnt some very hard lessons about being underprepared for a marathon also! So did my toenails! 'To everyone who has donated. a very big THANK YOU. This is an incredible cause and with incredible people. It wasn't meant to be for me in Africa but that's when you're lucky to have great people to step in and support (like) Isaac Smith. Good luck team!' Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer took two dozen people to South Africa for the Big Five marathon and half-marathon. Smith – running in place of Selwood – finished in 5:33:22, just behind Carrie Bickmore's co-host Tommy Little (5:28:55). Richmond premiership players Brandon Ellis (5:06:11) and Trent Cotchin (5:12:08) also registered strong times. Selwood brothers, L- R Scott, Joel, Adam and Joel While Australian ultra-marathon athlete Nedd Brockmann won the marathon in a time of 3:15:31. It comes after Bickmore revealed last month that Scott had originally set out to complete the South Africa marathon to help him grieve the loss of his two brothers. 'It has been the most gut-wrenching time for the Selwood family, a much-loved football family who have tragically lost two brothers in very short succession,' she said last month. 'It is the most shocking situation for their family … in the midst of all of this, Scott decided he wanted to come on the Big Five adventure with us. 'At the time, it was something to give him purpose, to give him a reason to keep running every day, as he and his family were navigating their grief. 'And he was doing such an incredible job (before deciding to withdraw).' Originally published as Scott Selwood's heartbreaking and courageous final act for late brothers Adam and Troy
