What we learned, 28 September 2025
With that we’re wrapping up the blog. Before we go, here are the major stories from Sunday:
Anthony Albanese has ruled out any referendum on a republic during his term in government after meeting King Charles;
The Brisbane Lions and their fans have kept the party going as they celebrate a staggering grand final victory;
Coalition Senator Michaelia Cash has accused the PM of ‘double standards’ over his trip to UK Labour conference.
A man has died in a plane crash on the New South Wales south coast.
We’ll pick things up again tomorrow.
Teddy Swims cancels two shows due to losing voice in lead-up to NRL grand final
The artist who had been scheduled to provide mid-show entertainment for the NRL grand final has cancelled two shows over the weekend after losing his voice.
In a post to social media, Teddy Swims announced he was cancelling two shows in Honolulu on advice from his doctor so he can recover.
I hate to disappoint you and truly apologize for letting you down. Thank you for love, patience and understanding.
Swims is expected to perform at the NRL Grand Final on 5 October in Sydney.
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