Knights player Kepaoa banned for six weeks for homophobic slur
Newcastle Knights player Asu Kepaoa received a six-week ban for using a homophobic slur during a NSW Cup match against the Dragons. The Knights stated they would educate Kepaoa on the impact of harmful language, emphasizing that such speech has no place in their club or community. Kepaoa pleaded guilty and issued an apology for his actions.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 19:49 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 20:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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