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The plight of the two Victorian former powerhouses - with Essendon*'s 16 VFL/AFL premierships the most of any club and Carlton's 14 equal second - shows how quickly the competition has changed in recent years.

http://www.theage.com.au/news/Sport/Blues-Bombers-hope-to-keep-season-alive/2006/05/13/1146940767447.html

The single worst error I've seen in journalism, only because who the hell wouldn't know this:

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That is an absolute disgrace.

I hope the club comes out and slams them the same way we've been slammed by the media all week.

That's not gunna happen but, is it?

Deano Supremo wrote:

That is an absolute disgrace.

I hope the club comes out and slams them the same way we've been slammed by the media all week.

That's not gunna happen but, is it?

Would it get reported even if we did?

very simple.

cut and paste the following email:

Your article pubblished 13 May 2006, contained extraordinary errors of fact. Carlton and Essendon* have both won 16 premierships each. Blind freddy knows that. Your journalist failed to perform even a cursory check, as the error would have been obviously revealed.

We at carlton have a wide membership base. In the event that you wish to ensure that our loyal following continues to support and read the Age, please correct the error, as an apology in next Saturday's edition.

In the event that you do not publish such an apology, we will not sue you for defamation, but you may lose a large number of readers, and your status as a paper of record will suffer.

to: feedback@theage.com.au

Nothing will happen, but you will feel better.

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inspires confidence, it does,

Dean Polo's starring debut for Richmond in the two-point victory over Essendon* at the weekend has earned the rookie an AFL Rising Star award nomination.

In his first match for the Tigers since being picked up in the 2004 draft, Polo kicked three goals, the third levelling the scores in the final minutes of the match.

Polo was named best on ground for his efforts - winning the Yiooken Award - 'dreaming' in the Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri people - in the annual 'Dreamtime at the G' clash.

Richmond recruited Polo from Gippsland as their fifth selection and 20th overall in the 2004 draft.

Carlton's Andrew Walker was the last player to be nominated for the rising star award on debut.

Author:	fevolaaaa [ Sat May 13, 2006 2:40 pm ]
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http://www.theage.com.au/news/Sport/Blu ... 67447.html The single worst error I've seen in journalism, only because who the hell wouldn't know this: Quote: The plight of the two Victorian former powerhouses - with Essendon*'s 16 VFL/AFL premierships the most of any club and Carlton's 14 equal second - shows how quickly the competition has changed in recent years.

Author:	wasthesonofapreacherman [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:09 pm ]
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Media watch?

Author:	The Tyrant [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:09 pm ]
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fevolaaaa wrote: http://www.theage.com.au/news/Sport/Blues-Bombers-hope-to-keep-season-alive/2006/05/13/1146940767447.html The single worst error I've seen in journalism, only because who the hell wouldn't know this: Quote: The plight of the two Victorian former powerhouses - with Essendon*'s 16 VFL/AFL premierships the most of any club and Carlton's 14 equal second - shows how quickly the competition has changed in recent years. thats a horrible error..... blind and stupid freddy knows thats wrong

Author:	Deano Supremo [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:32 pm ]
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That is an absolute disgrace. I hope the club comes out and slams them the same way we've been slammed by the media all week. That's not gunna happen but, is it?

Author:	bigfella [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:40 pm ]
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Deano Supremo wrote: That is an absolute disgrace. I hope the club comes out and slams them the same way we've been slammed by the media all week. That's not gunna happen but, is it? Would it get reported even if we did?

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Author:	Deano Supremo [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:49 pm ]
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bigfella wrote: Deano Supremo wrote: That is an absolute disgrace. I hope the club comes out and slams them the same way we've been slammed by the media all week. That's not gunna happen but, is it? Would it get reported even if we did? You reckon the HUN wouldn't be all over a chance to sink the boots into the AGE? It's the sort of forward thinking, play one off against the other type thing that Carlton USED to do. Now we sit back and wait for the media to tell everyone how shit we are.

Author:	GWS [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:51 pm ]
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It's an AAP story.

Author:	magic [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:54 pm ]
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AHAHA, thats pretty funny though, it proves the Media is just useless.

Author:	The Vet [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:55 pm ]
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very simple. cut and paste the following email: Your article pubblished 13 May 2006, contained extraordinary errors of fact. Carlton and Essendon* have both won 16 premierships each. Blind freddy knows that. Your journalist failed to perform even a cursory check, as the error would have been obviously revealed. We at carlton have a wide membership base. In the event that you wish to ensure that our loyal following continues to support and read the Age, please correct the error, as an apology in next Saturday's edition. In the event that you do not publish such an apology, we will not sue you for defamation, but you may lose a large number of readers, and your status as a paper of record will suffer. to: feedback@theage.com.au Nothing will happen, but you will feel better.

Author:	molsey [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:56 pm ]
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Its possibly the No.1 footy fact for all Carlton and Essendon* fans, isn't it? Probably most Pie fans know it as well. Its as basic as basic can be and they didnt get it right!?!?!?

Author:	jimmae [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:59 pm ]
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Made a thread on this previously, they make mistakes about stuff they don't care about all the time.

Author:	Navy One [ Sat May 13, 2006 4:59 pm ]
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Patrick Smith isn't writing for The Age again is he ????

Author:	molsey [ Sat May 13, 2006 5:02 pm ]
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The Vet wrote: very simple. cut and paste the following email: Your article pubblished 13 May 2006, contained extraordinary errors of fact. Carlton and Essendon* have both won 16 premierships each. Blind freddy knows that. Your journalist failed to perform even a cursory check, as the error would have been obviously revealed. We at carlton have a wide membership base. In the event that you wish to ensure that our loyal following continues to support and read the Age, please correct the error, as an apology in next Saturday's edition. In the event that you do not publish such an apology, we will not sue you for defamation, but you may lose a large number of readers, and your status as a paper of record will suffer. to: feedback@theage.com.au Nothing will happen, but you will feel better. Have done so Vet, good idea. One problem though - I have had to correct your spelling mistake, OK?

Author:	kwtf_ [ Sat May 13, 2006 5:10 pm ]
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aap disclaimer wrote: AAP is not in the business of providing professional advice, and gives no warranty, guarantee or other representation about the accuracy of the information or images contained in this service. AAP is not liable for errors, omissions in, delays or interruptions to or cessation of the services through negligence or otherwise. inspires confidence, it does,

Author:	The Vet [ Sun May 14, 2006 9:50 am ]
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it is interesting however, that it is harder to find the information than you think. I looked on the afl website to find where it says that we'd won 16 flags, and couldn't find it. Same on the Blues website.

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Author:	RAPPA [ Sat May 13, 2006 5:12 pm ]
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OUCH A kick in the backside for the most successful and acclaimed clubs in he AFL Ahhh The Age, when will it learn that it lacks knowledge in Sport

Author:	Navy One [ Sat May 13, 2006 5:12 pm ]
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kwtf_ wrote: aap disclaimer wrote: AAP is not in the business of providing professional advice, and gives no warranty, guarantee or other representation about the accuracy of the information or images contained in this service. AAP is not liable for errors, omissions in, delays or interruptions to or cessation of the services through negligence or otherwise. inspires confidence, it does, So there is truth to the saying ...... "Don't believe everything you read"

Author:	The Vet [ Sat May 13, 2006 10:26 pm ]
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The Vet wrote: very simple. cut and paste the following email: Your article pubblished 13 May 2006, contained extraordinary errors of fact. Carlton and Essendon* have both won 16 premierships each. Blind freddy knows that. Your journalist failed to perform even a cursory check, as the error would have been obviously revealed. We at carlton have a wide membership base. In the event that you wish to ensure that our loyal following continues to support and read the Age, please correct the error, as an apology in next Saturday's edition. In the event that you do not publish such an apology, we will not sue you for defamation, but you may lose a large number of readers, and your status as a paper of record will suffer. to: feedback@theage.com.au Nothing will happen, but you will feel better. thanks. "blind fury..."

Author:	The Tyrant [ Sat May 13, 2006 10:27 pm ]
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no, Vet... I reckon Pubblished is probably right, considering where the article was probably written

Author:	Ponkstar [ Sun May 14, 2006 1:08 am ]
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Here's another example of footy journalism at its finest: Polo recognised for starring debut Quote: Dean Polo's starring debut for Richmond in the two-point victory over Essendon* at the weekend has earned the rookie an AFL Rising Star award nomination. In his first match for the Tigers since being picked up in the 2004 draft, Polo kicked three goals, the third levelling the scores in the final minutes of the match. Polo was named best on ground for his efforts - winning the Yiooken Award - 'dreaming' in the Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri people - in the annual 'Dreamtime at the G' clash. Richmond recruited Polo from Gippsland as their fifth selection and 20th overall in the 2004 draft. Carlton's Andrew Walker was the last player to be nominated for the rising star award on debut. Ahem!