Western Australia removes Nicky Winmar statue after domestic violence conviction
The Western Australia government removed the statue of AFL legend Nicky Winmar last week after his conviction for domestic violence. Premier Roger Cook stated, "Violence against women is never acceptable," while some Indigenous leaders argue the statue’s significance in combating racism merits reconsideration. A pre-sentencing hearing is set for August following Winmar's guilty verdict on multiple assault charges.
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Published 11 Jul 2026, 20:00 UTC · Updated 11 Jul 2026, 20:20 UTC
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