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Nicky Winmar Removed From Hall of Fame | Australia News
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Hall of Fame legend Nicky Winmar has been removed from the AFL’s Hall of Fame after being convicted of three counts of assault, sparking a major reckoning for the sport as it reaffirms its zero-tolerance stance on violence against women. The 60-year-old, who played 251 games for St Kilda and Western Bulldogs, also saw his statue at Perth Stadium dismantled — a symbolic blow to a once-celebrated icon. AFL Commission chair Craig Drummond made it clear: the Hall of Fame honors integrity, and Winmar’s conviction means he no longer fits that standard. This move sends a powerful message that no one — not even legends — is above the league’s core values.
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