Noah Balta's Defensive Shift Sparks Comparisons to Rance

NBA experts predict upsets throughout the playoffs, leading to a Finals matchup between heavyweights. Anthony Davis suffered a right leg injury during the Mavericks-Grizzlies play-in game. Luka Doncic revealed he hasn't spoken to Nico Harrison since his trade from Dallas to Los Angeles. The Pistons last playoff win occurred in 2008; they have since endured a streak of playoff losses. Celtics star is sidelined due to a knee injury, missing the team's final three regular-season games.

Lando Norris crashed during F1 qualifying in Saudi Arabia, ending his session early. He expressed disappointment and apologized to his team for the incident.

Noah Balta played exclusively as a defender in a recent tournament after previously playing forward. He suffered a hamstring injury in August, missing one VFL match. Coach Damien Hardwick publicly assured Balta of his position on the team in July. Balta led the league in intercept marks during the 2023 season. His performance drew comparisons to former teammate and All-Australian Alex Rance, with some even saying he was better than Rance at the same age.

Greg Malham, a renowned Australian neurosurgeon, recently demonstrated innovative robotic spine surgery at UAMS (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences). Malham, a professor at both the University of Melbourne and Swinburne University, is considered one of Australia's leading spine surgeons. He works at Epworth Hospital, the nation's largest private spine surgery institute. The demonstration showcased a major advancement in minimally invasive spine surgery, highlighting the benefits of collaboration between UAMS and top spine surgeons worldwide.

Adelaide forward Taylor Walker scored their third consecutive goal, kicking from a rebound off the footy.

The US will decide within days if it continues pushing for peace in Ukraine. A meeting of nations supporting Ukraine will take place at NATO headquarters today. The war has changed Ukrainian President Zelensky, and now is the time for him to transform again.

Bob Katter criticized supermarket giants for high profits and low prices paid to farmers. He believes his proposed bill would benefit both farmers and consumers by leveling the playing field between them and the large supermarket chains.

Teenage sprinter Gout Gout will make his debut at the 2025 Powercor Stawell Gift. The event is Australia's most prestigious professional foot race and takes place during Easter weekend. Stawell Gift Event Management Chair, Murray Emerson, expressed excitement about Gout participating in the carnival. Tickets for the event are available through Ticketek, starting at $18.

Sam Draper is an Australian rules footballer who plays for Essendon Football Club in the AFL. Born in South Australia, he lived in England for six years before returning to Australia. Draper tore his ACL during a VFL match against Geelong in 2019. He made his AFL debut in Round 9 of the 2020 season. In the following season, he was involved in a controversial incident with Adelaide forward Taylor Walker and an umpire decision. Draper is currently considered a unique ruck talent due to his power, speed, and competitiveness. He's also exploring playing as a full forward to expand his impact on the game.

Neurosurgeon Greg Malham, a renowned specialist from Australia, recently demonstrated innovative robotic spine surgery at UAMS. Malham is recognized as one of Australia's top spinal surgeons and works at Epworth Hospital, the country's largest private institute for spine surgery. The demonstration highlighted a major advancement in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques.

Melbourne Victory Football Club is an Australian professional soccer club based in Melbourne, Victoria. They play their home games at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium (AAMI Park). On September 2, 2006, Melbourne Victory played its first match against Sydney FC at the larger Marvel Stadium (then Docklands Stadium). The club has been owned by 'Melbourne Victory Ltd', an unlisted public company, since its founding. Recent history has seen a period of poor performance for the team under manager Brebner.

The Dallas Mavericks' season ended with a 120-106 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies in the play-in tournament. Klay Thompson highlighted the team's resilience despite facing numerous injuries and the unexpected trade of Luka Doncic.

WrestleMania 41, also known as WrestleMania Vegas, is an upcoming professional wrestling event in 2025. It will be the first WrestleMania held during Easter weekend and feature a match with CM Punk for the first time since WrestleMania 29 in 2013. This match will mark his first WrestleMania main event. WWE will host several events throughout the week leading up to WrestleMania, including a special "WrestleMania Edition" of Friday Night SmackDown and Raw after WrestleMania. A major triple threat match at WrestleMania will see Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins battle it out. The rivalry between the three superstars has been building for months, fueled by past encounters and the tension from Survivor Series WarGames and the Royal Rumble.

Coles stores in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland will be closed on Good Friday (April 18). All Coles stores will be open on Easter Saturday (April 19) and Easter Monday (April 21), but some may have reduced hours. Customers are advised to check their local store's trading hours.

Federal law designates specific public holidays for Federal employees, outlined in 5 U.S.C. 6103. When a holiday falls on a weekend (Saturday or Sunday), it is typically observed on the following Monday or Friday, respectively, to accommodate the standard Monday-Friday work schedule.

Aurelio Costarella is an internationally recognized fashion designer known for his haute couture gowns and Demi Couture pieces. Before entering the fashion world, he studied architecture. His artwork is displayed in prominent museums across Australia, including the Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip, Powerhouse Ultimo Museum in Sydney, and the National Gallery of Victoria. In 2013, the Western Australian Museum celebrated his three-decade career with a retrospective exhibition titled "Aurelio Costarella: A 30-Year Retrospective." In 2015, Costarella publicly shared his personal journey battling mental health challenges. He has recently collaborated with ARRIVAL HALLIMAGE / Chantel Concei on a collection of wall art and scarves.

Enhanced security measures will be in place at the MCG for the 2025 AFL Premiership Season, potentially causing slightly longer wait times. General public parking is available. The SEN Stadium App offers zero-delay commentary and a Hearing Loop. A Sensory Friendly Space is located within the Australian Sports Museum on Level 1 of the Olympic Stand (behind M51, inside Gate 3).

Adelaide Oval Express Bus, Train and Tram services will be in operation. The Seaford and Flinders rail lines will be temporarily closed over the Easter long weekend for scheduled track maintenance and station upgrades. Substitute buses will replace train services between Adelaide Railway Station and Seaford Railway Station, Adelaide Railway Station and Flinders Railway Station, and Adelaide Railway Station and Mitcham Railway Station. Brody Mihocek kicked a goal for Collingwood, putting them in an early lead.