The Latest Breaking News from James ODonnell

We need bigger lists: Beveridge calls on AFL to step in

Richmond's current injury plight is the perfect example of why AFL clubs need bigger lists, with Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge wanting more flexibility.

AAP · May 21

Injury heartbreak confirmed for Bulldogs star Darcy

Sam Darcy has become the latest Western Bulldogs star - along with Tom Liberatore, Rory Lobb and James O'Donnell - to be seriously injured against Geelong.

AAP · Apr 17

Sense of belonging falls among young Aussies

Despite younger generations feeling less connected, research shows Australians are maintaining strong social cohesion despite financial and global pressures.

AAP · Oct 15, 2025

Social fabric strained amid growing financial pain

Australia's social cohesion is under pressure on multiple fronts, including financial stress and worsening economic inequality.

AAP · Nov 14, 2023

Social cohesion lowest on record as Australia reels from cost of living, inequality concerns and voice debate

The social cohesion index – which draws on a survey of more than 7,000 Australians – plummets to lowest since it began 16 years ago

The Guardian - AU · Nov 14, 2023

Taylor Schabusiness speaks just two words as she’s jailed for life for lover’s meth-fueled murder

Schabusiness strangled Shad Thyrion during sex and then dismembered his body

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2023

Australian health, wellbeing and connectedness shrinking in the cost-of-living crisis, research finds

Australian Cohesion Index shows material pressures eroding trust in government and in other people, particularly among young and financially distressed

The Guardian - AU · Sep 19, 2023

Papley grabs late Swans winner in thriller against Dogs

Sydney have snatched a two-point victory from the Western Bulldogs with a late goal from small forward Tom Papley keeping their finals hopes alive.

AAP · Jul 13, 2023

Gardner, O'Donnell back for injury-hit Bulldogs

The Western Bulldogs have been forced to reshuffle their defence while Sydney have lost gun midfielder Chad Warner for their clash with AFL premiers Geelong.

AAP · Jun 29, 2023

Weightman wants versatile Naughton leading Dogs' attack

The Western Bulldogs have faced calls to send Aaron Naughton to defence as injury cover but small forward Cody Weightman wants to see the key target in attack.

AAP · Jun 28, 2023