So outrageous were the “Dread Bills”, tabled by the government in Parliament in May 1981, that not only did they evoke massive local protest but caused a flood of condemnation from abroad, in the Caribbean as well as further afield. These in turn helped to strengthen local resolve to demand the withdrawal of the Bills. However, in spite of these waves of opposition to the repressive Bills, the government would …
Sydney have dumped five players after their AFL win against Carlton, with key ruckman Tom Hickey and young forward Logan McDonald recalled for the Swans clash with St Kilda.
Coach John Longmire did not hesitate in swinging the axe despite the Swans defeating the Blues by 22 points last Sunday to sit sixth on the ladder.
Hickey, who has been one of the recruits of the season, returns from a knee issue to replace dropped ruckman Callum Sinclair.
Sydney have dumped five players after their AFL win against Carlton, with key ruckman Tom Hickey and young forward Logan McDonald recalled for the Swans clash with St Kilda. Pictured: Swans coach John Longmire talks to players during a training session on May 20
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