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Courier-Mail
17 hours ago
- Business
- Courier-Mail
Veteran radio star axed after six months
Don't miss out on the headlines from Entertainment. Followed categories will be added to My News. A veteran radio broadcaster has been axed from his new job after just six months in the role, it's been revealed. Ron Wilson took to social media on Thursday to revealed that he has been dropped from his Super Radio Network's 2SM Breakfast show. Wilson shared the news with his fans and followers on Facebook on Thursday night, writing: 'thanks for the ride 2SM. It was … interesting … while it lasted.' 2SM breakfast announcer Ron Wilson has been dropped by the network. Picture: Supplied Discussing his axing he later told Daily Telegraph that despite being dropped by the network he 'didn't want to upset anyone' by revealing further details on the decision. ' … I'm limited on what I can say because I've just got a few little loose ends tie up with 2SM yet, so I don't want to upset anyone in that area,' Wilson told Sydney Confidential. 'They had an option on the contract just to give it a try out for six months, and that's exactly what happened. 'It wasn't quite what they were looking for. 'So we decided that it is probably best we leave it where it is for the time being and we will both go on our merry way. The veteran star had only been in the role for six months. Picture: Supplied 'It is a very very difficult time in electronic media at the moment, so they are going to make little cuts where they can and I am assuming I am part of that. 'We have left on a handshake and it's all good. The industry is too small to burn bridges, so I won't be doing any of that,' he added. His axing comes just six months after he was heavily advertised by the network as their latest hire. At the time, co-owner of the 2SM Super Radio Network George Caralis said Wilson was the perfect fit for the relaunch of 2SM, and that they were, 'hiring top talent instead of letting them go.' For six months he presented from 2SM's Pyrmont studios from 5.30am weekday, going up against Sydney talk radio competitors Ben Fordham and Craig Reucassel. According to Daily Telegraph, rumours are circulating that 2SM is now hoping to poach broadcaster Tim Webster from ABC Radio Sydney. Originally published as 'That was... interesting': Veteran radio host Ron Wilson axed after from 2SM Breakfast show after just six months
Sky News AU
a day ago
- Sky News AU
Man arrested for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars worth of wagyu semen and embryos in Grafton, NSW
A man has been charged after allegedly stealing cow semen and embryos from a premium wagyu company in northern NSW, following a yearlong investigation. The man, identified as 34-year-old Eric Fraser by the Daily Telegraph, worked for livestock producer Sumo Wagyu Genetics in Grafton, when he was asked by his boss to sell 200 empty cows in early 2024. Empty cows are heifers which are unable to carry a calf. Police allege Fraser sneaked 45 full-blood wagyu cows into the mix, which can be worth several thousand dollars more than empty cattle, and used a third party to buy 114 cows, including the full-blood cattle. Investigators believe Fraser gained financial advantage of almost $100,000 from the reduced price, and the cattle were worth $132,000. Sumo Wagyu's website describes the company as one of the 'true pioneers' of the Australian Wagyu industry, producing the most 'genetically elite' wagyu in the country. As part of the investigation, extensive genetic testing was conducted on 500 cows across the region, including properties at Southgate, Elland, MyIneford and Belmore River. Police also located stolen cattle semen within a genetic liquid nitrogen tank, with an estimated value of $100,000. A 48-year-old veterinarian was also arrested the day before Fraser. The man allegedly produced false documentation stating he had cared for six bulls, after investigators ordered Fraser seek treatment as they had fallen ill. It's alleged the vet did not care for the cattle, which resulted in two of them dying. The 48-year-old was charged with commit an act of aggravate cruelty upon an animal, being in charge of an animal fail to provide vet treatment, and do act intending to pervert the course of justice. Fraser was charged with 20 offences, including two counts of steal cattle, three counts of take and use others cattle, two counts of dishonestly obtain property by deception, and one count of commit an act of aggravated cruelty upon an animal. He will appear at Grafton Local Court on August 4, the 48-year-old vet will appear on August 11.
News.com.au
a day ago
- Sport
- News.com.au
Ray Thomas and Shayne O'Cass analyse every race at Rosehill on Saturday
The Daily Telegraph racing editor Ray Thomas and form expert Shayne O'Cass debate the chances across 10 races at the McKell Cup meeting at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday. â– â– â– â– â– SUGGESTED BETS RAY'S BEST VALUE BET Race 7 No.3: HOPEFUL SHAYNO'S BEST Race 6 No.8: USEAPIN VALUE BET Race 7 No.6: MORMONA â– â– â– â– â– RACE 1: MIDWAY HCP (1300m) Ray Thomas: CRAFTY EAGLE (1) has improved steadily with each run this preparation and indicated he was close to top form again with a closing third to King Of Rouseau over this course and distance last start. He was forced back to the near the inside which wasn't the place to be last start and still ran on strongly. With the claim, he's not badly in at the weights and he's ready to win. MISS SPACEGIRL (11) and PRESIDES (7) are both very genuine and will be the mix, while HOW MUCH BETTER (10) was very good first-up and should improve. Shayne O'Cass: PRETTY TAVI (12) has a very famous seventh dam, none other than Chicquita who was a champion on and off the track, RT. He had quite good form in Victoria but was never what you call 'city class'. That's not the case now that he is in NSW, Hawkesbury to be precise. His three Midway runs, all of them very good. KHUMBILA (6) is ready, in fact is crying out for 1300m third-up. He has finally drawn a good alley and that could make all the difference. ROLLING MAGIC (2) has some solid formlines. King Of Roseau breaks the 532 day drought with a great win at Rosehill! ðŸ'¥ @djgibbons22 | @SnowdenRacing1 — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) June 14, 2025 RACE 2: TAB HIGHWAY (1500m) Thomas: I've got Brett Cavanough going 1-2 with NEW PHARAOH (5) and WARRIOR FOR PEACE (3), Shayno. New Pharaoh was trapped three-wide most of the way and still ran on strongly late to just miss a place over this trip late last month. New Pharaoh, who finished right alongside stablemate Warrior For Peace (third) last start meets his stablemate better at the weights and he's drawn to get the right run. Warrior For Peace is going to be hard to beat again. THINK LIKE PADDY (1) was competitive at Group 3 level in Brisbane last start and this is much easier. TO BE FRANK (8) is a chance at odds. O'Cass: RED RAGS TO BULLS (10) has contested two Highways prior to this, finishing third to Super Norwest in the first and fourth to the same horse here at Rosehill two weeks ago. If he is going to win one, probably this is the one. THINK LIKE PADDY (1) ticks all the boxes so let me just throw in a bit of trivia regarding the name, RT. He is by So You Think and was bred by Patrick Hogan (who used to call Sir Tristram – Paddy). This is Sir Patrick's amazing Gay Poss family. Thomas: Love your work, Shayno. In the third, I don't think there is much between PUNTIN (9) and TASORAAY (10). I'm leaning to Puntin after his good first-up effort when he was narrowly beaten at Canterbury. The step up to 1400m suits, he's very consistent and will be in the finish. Tasoraay might have gone too hard in front and was ambushed late by Don't Forget Jack last start. He will at his peak after two runs from a spell and will take running down. DON'T FORGET JACK (3) appreciated the solid tempo and overwhelmed his rivals with a fast finishing effort two weeks ago. If this race is run to suit, he will be hard to hold out again. NORTHERN EYES (2) is very genuine and deserves a win. O'Cass: I'm going with a horse than ran 11th of 12 at Randwick last Saturday – PRETTY POWERFUL (12). His run was best summed up by the stewards – 'began awkwardly, held up over the final 400m and, as a result, was unable to be fully tested'. And that's putting it mildly! Can't imagine the same thing happening this weekend with barrier 11 of 12. I've always been a fan of AGITA (11). This is a nice race for the son of Adelaide to resume in. KADAL (6) has finished on the podium at 15 of 21 starts. Deserves another win and is getting close too. Don't Forget Jack gets back to form with the perfect run at Rosehill! ðŸ'� @NockBraith | @ANeashamRacing — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) June 14, 2025 RACE 4: PRECISE AIR HCP (1400m) Thomas: WEEPING WOMAN (5) led for a long way only to be collared in the final few bounds by the very promising Sacred Rocks over 1300m here two weeks ago. She will be fitter after two runs from a spell and she gets any sort of control up front, she will be tough to catch. CAPTAIN AMELIA (1) has been improved by recent racing and is on the quick back-up after her solid effort when fourth as favourite at Randwick last week. She's worth another chance. CHANGING COLOURS (7) is very consistent but finds it hard to win. SUPER NORWEST (10) won a Highway last start and has each way claims. O'Cass: PANJATI (6) was a $500,000 yearling, not so much because she is a Pierro, but the fact that her third dam is the broodmare gem, Shantha's Choice, dam of Redoute's Choice, Manhattan Rain and Platinum Scissors. Gerald Ryan co-trains Pajanti, he also trained her handy mother, Crystal Flute. As for Pajanti, she can't get to 1400m fast enough. WEEPING WOMAN (5) has been a very costly conveyance at her two runs this time; but in her defence, she struck a Heavy 8 first-up then drew 12 of 12 the next time and was only beaten a neck. CHANGING COLOURS (7) hasn't missed a medal in eight starts. Thomas: LIVIN' THING (3) unleashed an impressive burst of acceleration to race away from his rivals at a Kensington midweek meeting last start. He's up in grace here but gets in well at the weights after the claim. MANAAJEM (13) was beaten as an odds-on favourite first-up at Warwick Farm but she's fitter and will improve on the drier track here. KING'S SECRET (5) has his chance when unplaced in a strong form race last start and he's also worth another chance. SOVEREIGN HILL (7) showed talent last season but is resuming off a long spell but he's trialling well. O'Cass: USEAPIN (8) is a Chris Waller-trained filly by one of his two Everest winners – Yes Yes Yes. She's won three of her nine starts, albeit at the NSW provincials but she has run some honourable races when tried in town against the likes of More Territories and Aeliana no less. She was never let loose in either trial so watch for market moves. RANTAN (6) had no luck at Gosford there on Cup day in what has turned out to be a very strong form race. SPYWIRE (1) is almost certainly the best horse in the race and I will be watching if they back him. Livin' Thing records an impressive win in Race 4 at Randwick Kensington. @JohnOSheaRacing — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) June 11, 2025 RACE 6: SCHWEPPES HCP (1500m) Thomas: MICKEY'S MEDAL (7) is in a rich vein of form although this is toughest test. He's won successive Rosehill 1500m races and is so genuine, he will be in the mix again. THUNDERLIPS (2) was held up for a run but when the gap came he burst through to score an impressive win. He's also racing in top form and carries weight well. SIR ARTIE (3) ran well first-up and can only improve. GREEN SHADOWS (1) ran a blinder in the Civic Stakes last week this easier race sets up well for him. O'Cass: I've got TESTATOR SILENS (5) to do the ultimate form reversal here, RT. He was rock solid in betting when third-up here two weeks ago but as it turned out, he never passed a horse. Nothing in the stewards' report to shed light on the poor performance so we just have to write it off to horses not being machines. Me? I do think the 4kg reduction in weight will help. THUNDERLIPS (2) deserves so much praise for that win at Randwick last start. GREEN SHADOWS (1) is all but pitched in here with 57kg. Thomas: HOPEFUL (3) hasn't won a race for over three years but this might be his chance. He stuck to his task in the Winter Cup last start to finish a close third and if he can repeat that effort, he will go close to winning. CASUAL CONNECTION (8) won well at Randwick then led for a long way under a big weight before his close second to Tympanist at Kensington. He drops 5kg and rates highly although the wetter the better for him. BACIO DEL MIST (10) got too far back in the Winter Cup but her effort tin the Lord Mayor's Cup two starts back indicates she can be competitive here. ALEGRON (2) has been struggling this campaign but if anywhere near his best, he would win this race. O'Cass: MORMONA (6) has been on my radar since before and after he resumed in the Lord Mayors Cup where he ran an eye-catching seventh of 14. He followed that up with a sixth of 14 in the Winter Cup up against a fair few of this weekend's Stayers Cup rivals. By the way, this race should be 3200m if you ask me! I agree with HOPEFUL (3) – he's certainly overdue for another win. The one thing you know about CASUAL CONNECTION (8), he will stay the trip. What a finish at Rosehill! Sir Lucan fights off Bear On The Loose to win the Listed Winter Cup! â�'ï¸� — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) June 14, 2025 RACE 8: ASAHI SUPER DRY HCP (1800m) Thomas: FEDERER (12) went back to the inside which was inferior going early in the straight then was guided back out wider before he ran eighth to Thunderlips at Randwick when resuming. There were excuses for his last start effort and he did show considerable potential when last in work. PIGGYBACK (10) can give trainer Ciaron Maher a stable quinella. She's racing well and wasn't disgraced when a close third to Shohisha in a slowly run race at Randwick last start. Drawn to get the right run and will be very competitive. PURE ALPHA (9) and MISTERKIPCHOGE (15) haven't been far away in recent starts and find themselves in a winnable race. O'Cass: I was moderately keen on LENAPE VIBE (14) second-up but few were as he drifted from $51 to $61. Maybe he was run short, RT, but there is no doubt that he should have finished closer than he did. Take note he comes back from 2000m to 1800m but I'm mindful that he is one for one at the track and trip. KALZALARK (13) has raced himself into peak fitness now and gets to 1800m off his best run this time in. I can see where you are coming from with Federer. He will be fitter for his 'second serve'. Thomas: ELAMAZ (3) is a stakes winner in France who has not missed a top two finish in seven starts, winning four. He makes his Australian debut off three barrier trials where he has shown tactical speed. Promising and this is not a strong race. LOCH EAGLE (2) charged home to win over the Randwick mile course last start and he has won up to 1800m before. This is his first attempt at 2000m but the way he attacked the line last start suggests this is the right time to test his stamina reserves. ADELAIDE RIVER (1) did run fourth in the Caulfield Stakes at weight-for-age last sprint and is resuming off two slashing trial wins. He's very talented and looks to have returned in great order. GLORY DAZE (6) is racing in good form. O'Cass: ADELAIDE RIVER (1) boasts an absolutely fascinating CV. He is a son of Australia who won the English and Irish Derbies, just like his own father Galileo did. Adelaide River didn't win them but he ran in the English and Irish Derbies (second) as well as the French classic (which he ran second in as well). All we can say about the present day is that he is trialling like he is back in business. BELVEDERE BOYS (5) is two for two at the track and distance including a big win in the Country Classic. Thomas: LIBERTY STATE (10) resumed with a dominant win at Rosehill, unleashing from back in the field with a powerful finishing surge. She's a smart mare building a good record and she is protecting a perfect second-up record. LADY EXTREME (13) broke through for a deserved confidence-boosting win when resuming at Rosehill and she could got right on with it now. SNACK BAR (12) has had a few chances but can't be overlooked and UNSTOPABULL (9) ran well for third in a good form race last start. O'Cass: UNSTOPABULL (9) has a commendable overall record of 12 podium finishes from 20 starts and four of them are wins. I would venture to say a few of those eight placings could have been wins but for his pattern and/or circumstances beyond the horse's control. This is more or less his trip, RT, and with Jeff Penza on from a wide gate, it could be down the middle and over the top. FLYING DESTINY (5) has massive excuses for the first-up last at Canterbury when wide throughout being the gist. Drawn three this time. Liberty State returns after a spell with a big win in the last at Rosehill, and that's a double to @djgibbons22! 🥳 @HawkesRacing | @aus_turf_club — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) May 31, 2025
Times
a day ago
- Business
- Times
Wine prices up 9p a bottle thanks to net-zero ‘glass tax'
A net-zero 'glass tax' will hike the prices of bottles of wine and beer, the government is expected to announce. The tax, known as extended producer responsibility (EPR), will mean retailers and manufacturers have to pay fees for the disposal of packaging they use. The scheme's final costings will be announced today and is intended to encourage manufacturers to use environmentally friendly materials. Under the new policy, a standard bottle of wine will cost an additional 9p, while the cost of a 330ml beer bottle will rise by around 4p. Spirits will cost an extra 11p under the levy. Some manufacturers have dismissed the supposed benefits of the scheme and insisted glass was more sustainable than alternatives such as cardboard and plastic. 'This ill-thought-out policy could be a hammer blow for the glass industry,' an industry source told the Daily Telegraph. 'British workers are producing sustainable glass, yet the government seems hell-bent on selling them down the river.' The source said that the public did not want their wine served in plastic, nor did they want a price increase on their drinks amid the cost of living crisis. They described the levy as a 'lose-lose policy'. The tax will also apply to aluminium, plastic, cardboard and wood. Each levy is calculated by weight, meaning the glass industry is expected to be hit the hardest. The glass tax could cost as much as £240 a tonne. Officials hope the EPR will incentivise businesses to reduce unnecessary packaging and use more recycled and recyclable materials, while also decreasing the amount of landfill used in manufacturing. About £1 billion a year could be raised by the policy, which was announced by Theresa May's government in 2019. The funds raised will be redirected to councils. Emma McClarkin, chief executive of the British Beer and Pub Association, said: 'The current regime will ultimately mean extra cost for the consumer [and] could force some brewers to leave the glass bottle market, and consequently risk jobs and undermine investment. 'These new costs are an own goal as they will seriously damage [the] wafer-thin profits that brewers and pubs make and jeopardise jobs and growth. EPR is the exact opposite of what the chancellor wants to achieve.'
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
BBC Sport 'is in chaos' as staff go to HR over 'combative' new boss 'who thought British Lions played home and away'
BBC Sport is said to be in a state of 'chaos' after staff were forced to go to HR over their 'combative' new boss. Mark Hughes, who joined the corporation in March, has faced a flurry of concerns from his new employees, including particular unease regarding his 'pretty combative' leadership style. The journalist, previously head of news at the Daily Telegraph, also faces accusations of having a 'slight lacking in sport knowledge'. In the latest crisis for the corporation, a source has told the Sun of a few 'gaffes' the BBC sport leader has already experienced during his short tenure, including 'thinking the British and Irish Lions played home and away '. Concerns were also raised regarding his handling of Danny Care's retirement from professional rugby, announced in May. Describing Mr Hughes as an 'excellent journalist', they added: 'He doesn't suffer fools gladly and is pretty combative. 'He wants the best from his staff but a few have found that intimidating and flagged concerns. 'HR are aware and parties have been spoken to but there have been no formal complaints'. The journalist, who previously worked as head of news at the Daily Telegraph, also faces accusations of having a 'slight lacking in sport knowledge'. Concerns were also raised regarding his handling of Danny Care's (pictured) retirement from professional rugby A BBC spokesperson said: 'While we do not comment on individual members of staff, we have robust processes in place to deal with any workplace-related concerns.' It comes following a difficult few years for the BBC, with Huw Edwards pleading guilty to having indecent images of children, Jermaine Jenas axed after a sexting scandal and Gary Linekar axed over Anti Semitism claims. Earlier this month, the corporation was reported to have launched a bullying probe into its flagship Breakfast show, which was branded 'toxic' behind the scenes. Tensions have been said to be 'rife' between hosts and Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty, who has already expressed her uneasiness about Frediani's behaviour, with the probe said to have left the newsroom 'divided'. A source told The Sun: 'To the viewer BBC Breakfast is a warm, gentle programme, one that is flourishing in the ratings. But beyond the cosy red sofa it is a very different picture. Several people — crew, production and even presenters — have been very unhappy'. 'Tension between Charlie and Naga is rife. Fredi is very old-school and has some slightly tyrannical tendencies. He is very cerebral but also quite aggressive in his methods. Some people think a recent promotion has gone to his head'. 'Meanwhile, Naga, who is passionate about speaking up if she believes something is wrong, has spoken to people who are unhappy. Formal complaints have been lodged, so the BBC has to be seen to act. The probe has really divided the newsroom'. They went on to claim that some believe Fredani, known as Fredi, is simply doing his job, while others think that his methods are 'too tough' for 2025. The ordeal began when media and entertainment industry news site Deadline alleged that Frediani (pictured) was the subject of at least two misconduct complaints, including one from a woman who had her grievance upheld after claiming that the Breakfast editor physically shook her during a heated newsroom exchange last year An insider told MailOnline in April that Munchetty is 'quite open' about her ill-feeling towards Frediani. Another said that she has an 'uneasy relationship' with him. The Mail also previously revealed that displeasure was intensifying at the BBC's northern base in Salford, where staff have watched Frediani's rise - from Breakfast boss to arguably the most powerful BBC editor outside London - with growing disbelief. One said: 'You have to wonder what on earth is going on. The BBC claims to be this no-nonsense, woke, kind place - yet Fredi has been able to keep climbing the ladder. HR and his bosses are aware of [past] bullying claims against him. 'He's still allowed to hire, as we saw with Nina [Warhurst, who has just been appointed a regular presenter] this week, and presumably fire. He has so much power, it doesn't feel right at all.' The ordeal began when media and entertainment industry news site Deadline alleged that Frediani was the subject of at least two misconduct complaints, including one from a woman who had her grievance upheld after claiming that the Breakfast editor physically shook her during a heated newsroom exchange last year. The Mail also previously revealed that displeasure was intensifying at the BBC's northern base in Salford, where staff have watched Richard Frediani's (pictured) rise - from Breakfast boss to arguably the most powerful BBC editor outside London Others also came forward with their experiences. One person claimed to have witnessed an incident in 2019, during which a 'clearly angry' Richard backed a Breakfast colleague up against a wall and was 'jabbing his finger' as he voiced displeasure about that morning's show. According to the site, two additional sources also alleged that Frediani is known for ' screaming' down the phone at other BBC News desks and complaining about the quality of content they hand over to the Breakfast show. Whether these allegations were upheld or dismissed is unknown.
