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News.com.au
03-07-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Parramatta Eels defeat Cronulla Sharks 18-16 in NRLW season opener
Parramatta just missed finals in 2024 but they've burst out of the blocks in 2025 with an 18-16 upset victory over last year's grand finalists Cronulla in the NRLW season opener on Thursday night. The Eels are the youngest side in the competition and had five players making their NRLW debut against Cronulla, but they were clinical from the outset. Parramatta completed at 93 per cent in the first half as a kicking masterclass from halfback Rachael Pearson had the hosts on the back foot. Cronulla had several chances to win it late at Shark Park but the visitors' goal line defence stood tall all night and proved the difference. 'We're stoked. We had heaps of trust in our debutants, so we went into the game confident and they pulled through,' Parramatta centre Rory Owen said. 'The coaches will be ecstatic, we had a big focus on defence and I think we really showed we've been focused at training.' It was a thrilling contest between two genuine premiership contenders this season but it was a night to forget for the officials. They missed three blatant forward passes before one was finally picked up in the dying minutes that ended the Sharks' chances of snatching a late victory. Eels halfback Rachael Pearson booted the Sharks off the park in a dominant first half. Pearson set up the opening try with a grubber into the posts that caught Sharks duo Georgia Hannaway and Emma Verran napping as Chloe Jackson pounced to score first points of the NRLW season. Pearson also set up the second try with another grubber but this time for herself as she caught out Verran again and regathered to score a simple try. Pearson catches them napping and kicks for herself ðŸ'¥ Telstra Moment of the Match. â€' NRLW (@NRLWomens) July 3, 2025 The Parramatta No. 7 should have had a third try assist off her boot but Martha Mataele couldn't reel in a chip to the corner. On the stroke of halftime, Pearson threw a dummy and sliced through before putting through a kick that should have seen prop Elsie Albert score but she couldn't finish. Pearson's general play kicking was also on point as she kept Cronulla's back three on the back foot all night. BATTLE OF THE FULLBACKS All eyes were on the match up between fullbacks Emma Verran and Abbi Church heading into this clash and it was the latter who got the better of her NSW teammate. Eels No.1 Church looked dangerous every time she touched the ball and ran for 123 metres from 14 carries and also set up a try. Verran endured a horror first half, letting in two tries and making two errors. But the former Dally M Medal winner showed her class in the second stanza with some dangerous runs and epic defence. Verran helped set up the Sharks' go-ahead try in the 49th minute and then made a try-saver on Zali Fay with just seven minutes left to keep her side in the game. She finished with 140 run metres from 14 carries. 'We were in it but unfortunately couldn't hold on,' Verran said. 'When we had the ball in the first half we looked dangerous and the message at halftime was go back through the middle and we did that and I thought we had them there but it just slipped through our fingers.'
Daily Mail
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The must-have $40 winter item from Target shoppers can't get enough of: 'I live in these'
Cosy clogs from Target have sent social media into a frenzy, after young Aussie mum Chloe Jackson, shared a now-viral video declaring them the 'perfect winter shoe'. The women's Genuine Suede Leather Wool Lined Moulded Cork Clogs are proving that great quality footwear doesn't have to cost the earth, coming in at a humble $40. Her video on the 'Naylah' brown pair has already racked up over 122,000 views on social media, with shoppers racing to stores nationwide to get their hands on a pair. 'They're so warm and comfortable,' Chloe told her followers. 'Take this as your sign to run, not walk to go and get them.' Crafted from genuine suede leather, the clogs feature a rich chocolate brown upper (as well as a tan colour option), plush wool lining for extra warmth, and a moulded cork sole designed to hug the foot for maximum comfort. The budget slides have been praised for their luxe look, high-end feel, and practicality, offering an on-trend alternative to far pricier brands on the market. Available in women's sizes six to 11, the versatile clogs are ideal for both lounging at home and braving chilly school runs, and also come in a timeless style that pairs effortlessly with jeans, tracksuits, or winter loungewear. In her now-trending video, Chloe admits she stumbled across the shoes by accident, spotting a full rack in-store and instantly recognising their potential. 'I don't know if I'm incredibly early or a little bit late to the trend,' she joked, 'but you need these shoes this winter.' Fans were quick to agree and took no time to add their glowing reviews too. 'Can confirm these are great fur lined clogs. I wear mine around the house,' one wrote. 'These are the best. My current go-to!' another added. 'I have the Kmart version. But these ones look like an upgrade,' one noted. With winter well and truly here, it's no surprise the clogs have become one of the season's most hyped-up buys. Target shoppers are also racing into stores to get their hands on their real leather suede handbags too. The budget retailer has dropped an $80 Premium Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag that looks and feels a lot more expensive than it is. 'It's got the lining on the bottom. It's a beautiful chocolate colour. It's got the stitching detail. Are you kidding me Target?' she said, showing off the tag inside marked genuine suede leather', said TikToker Emma Vosti I her own video. Even Aussie influencer Steph Claire Smith gave her tick of approval, commenting: 'That's a win.' Suede is having a major moment this winter with loafers, jackets and bags all getting the retro, tactile treatment. But genuine suede usually comes at a hefty price. 'At Target, we're all about helping our customers feel confident – and that starts with pieces that feel just as good as they look,' Carrie Kirkman told FEMAIL, who holds the position of General Manager Merchandise & Marketing at Target Australia. 'Our new range of suede bags is a perfect example: they're on-trend, elevated, and effortlessly easy to style. All are at an accessible price point and made to last.' Carrie even confirmed that this is just the first drop of leather stock to land in store and online, with more to come very soon. Comparable pieces like Vestirsi's Sienna Suede Bag ($349) and Tony Bianco's Mily Suede Tote ($249) are at least triple the cost, we can see why Target's version is so popular.
Daily Mail
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Woolworths shopper discovers an $18 dupe of a popular $445 designer item: 'Insane'
A budget-savvy Aussie mum has sent supermarket shoppers and beauty lovers into a frenzy with a new find. During a trip to her local Woolworths to pick up her essentials, busy mum Chloe Jackson stumbled upon a new body wash that smells eerily like one of the world's most coveted (and very expensive) designer perfumes. In a now-viral video that's racked up more than 24,000 views, Chloe casually filmed herself browsing the body wash aisle when she made the discovery of the year. 'Guys, I'm just at Woolworths and I'm smelling the body washes, like you do when you need a new body wash,' Chloe said. 'This is absolutely not sponsored but I have found a Baccarat Rouge dupe. It's this one here. The smell is unreal.' The star of the show is an $18 bottle of Soma Body Wash in the scent Amber & Jasmine, a brand-new arrival that's turning heads for all the right reasons. While it's easy to assume anything under $20 won't come close to high-end beauty, Soma is the exception to the rule, it seems. Founded by two Aussie mums who also happen to be former Mecca head honchos (yes, the actual Mecca), Soma was born from their frustration with boring, low-quality supermarket body care. The star of the show is an $18 bottle of Soma Body Wash in the scent Amber & Jasmine, a brand-new arrival that's turning heads for all the right reasons It seems they've brought their insider know-how to the supermarket shelves, launching the body washes exclusively in 1,000 Woolworths stores across the country by July. From a quick look on Soma's website, it's clear their aim was to create premium, fragrance-led body care that looks and smells like it belongs in a luxury hotel bathroom, without the price tag to match. The scent in question is a take on Baccarat Rouge 540, the cult French perfume by Maison Francis Kurkdjian that has developed a near-religious following among fragrance lovers. The original shower gel used to set shoppers back a cool 75 Euros for 350ml (upon investigation, Mecca no longer stocks the item, but you can order it from overseas), while the matching 70ml eau de parfum clocks in at an eye watering $445. Compare that to this sleek $18 body wash, and it's no wonder shoppers are losing their minds. Fans of Baccarat Rouge will instantly recognise the addictive warm, woody, and amber-like notes the dupe is said to capture. TikTok users flooded the comments to tag their friends and share their excitement. 'How good is it!!!!! Secrets out!!' one wrote. 'Yes!! It's true!! I think it's a mix of Baccarat Rouge and Who is Elijah Haze!' said added. It seems the entire line was designed to blend function with fragrance, delivering salon-worthy skin benefits and luxe aromas without the sticker shock. And a bonus for those that aren't huge fans of this particular scent - Soma has two other fragrance options to choose from. Their Almond & Vanille variant is apparently reminiscent of L'Occitane's iconic Almond Shower Oil ($80), and their Vetiver & Cedar takes inspiration from Byredo Vetyver ($91 for 450ml). 'Omg what other scents do they have! I need to try this.' 'The Almond and Vanille smells exactly like the L'Occitane Almond Shower Oil!' one confirmed. In a time where the cost of living is through the roof, finding a supermarket gem like this is a win.
