Once again, the AFL have out-done the NRL. Don't say that too loud for NRL CEO Peter V'landys to hear, but they have dropped the ball on their own try line and allowed the AFL to kick a goal (the references don't cross over perfectly, but you know what I mean). It was revealed yesterday that Australian pop singer Tones and I had pulled out of the NRL pre-game entertainment over a disagreement. It wasn't money or fees - it was because the NRL wanted her to perform her hit 'Dance Monkey', and...

Just one more reason for us to hate Newcastle...

One of the Central Coast's most important live music venues has been thrown into uncertainty after Drifters Wharf in Gosford was abruptly closed over the ANZAC Day long weekend. Patrons who arrived for bookings and events were met with locked doors and a notice stating the venue had been shut due to a dispute with the landlord. The notice alleged non-payment of rent and breaches of the lease agreement, while also warning that entry to the premises without permission would be considered...