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The 48-year-old has had life-saving surgery just hours after he failed to show up in court.

The North Melbourne legend says there is more to the vision of him engaged in the heated confrontation.

The 48-year-old remains on the run after failing to show up in court.

The Hawks coach has addressed the criticism one of his star players is copping over an act which has divided fans.

Former Test captain Tim Paine feels Tasmania is the ‘laughing stock’ of rival states as its planned AFL entry hangs in the balance because of political upheaval.

‘It would’ve been pretty embarrassing if I missed that.’

RICHO’S TOP 10: After the shemozzle that just played out in the Apple Isle’s parliament, the election will be a referendum on the new stadium.

The Tasmanian Parliament voted 18-17 to dismiss the state’s Liberal Government, a decision that threatens the creation of a 19th team in the Australian Football League, the Devils.

West Coast veteran Jeremy McGovern will remain in limbo for several more weeks, with the star defender’s wait to front the AFL’s concussion panel set to continue.

‘It wasn’t easy.’

Motor Neurone Disease has affected the Essendon great in more ones than one during his brave battle to find a cure for the crippling disease.

Matthew Richardson has not held back as he joined the chorus of sporting voices calling on the Tasmanian Parliament to get its act together to save the Devils.

North Melbourne star Harry Sheezel says the young Kangaroos are looking forward to bonding on their 10-day stint in Western Australia.

The 29-year-old is now set to appear in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court for a committal mention hearing.

‘This is not 100 per cent but it’s a bloody good chance.’