‘A foreseeable risk’: Questions raised over ongoing safety after footballer’s tragic death
Local footballer Nathan Fitzgerald, 27, died from severe head injuries during a match at Lalor Recreation Reserve on Saturday. Personal injury lawyer Tim Jackson criticized the pitches used in community sports, suggesting liability could lie with the AFL for inadequate safety standards. The Coroners Court is investigating the circumstances surrounding Fitzgerald's death.
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Published 08 Jul 2026, 09:30 UTC · Updated 08 Jul 2026, 09:40 UTC
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