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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Dennis cometti - The Untold Story

Legendary footy broadcaster never went out of fashion

Legendary caller Dennis Cometti gave an enduring gift to Australian Rules football, leaving a permanent legacy, long-time colleague Bruce McAvaney says

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Famed commentator to receive state send-off

Renowned broadcaster Dennis Cometti will receive a state memorial service in Western Australia, giving the public a chance to say farewell.

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‘Centimetre perfect’: how commentator Dennis Cometti became footy’s favourite voice

On the eve of the 2026 AFL season, players and fans are mourning the loss of legendary commentator Dennis Cometti.

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Morning Mail: US sub sinks Iranian warship, sea levels ‘higher than thought’, cow milk makes a comeback

Dozens of lives lost as vessel torpedoed off Sri Lanka while Iran postpones ayatollah’s funeral amid bombardment; rethink on rising oceans

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Dennis Cometti was erudite, funny and engaging. His witticisms could fill a library

Look back at football’s defining moments and Cometti did them all justice – he didn’t miss a beat and always had the perfect one-liner ready to reel off

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Australia sends crisis teams to Middle East; tributes for Dennis Cometti; and an MP channels Billy Joel

Assistance to be provided for stranded Australian travellers and expats as war sparked by US and Israeli bombings of Iran intensifies

The Guardian - AU

From the Pocket: AFL’s Final Siren documentary is slick but forgettable

It follows some of the best-known footballers in the game. As a result, we don’t really learn anything new

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Tributes flow after final call for king of one-liners

A renowned broadcaster, famous for having a one-liner ready to go, and whose voice became an integral part of the Australian sporting lexicon, has died aged 76.

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Dennis Cometti, Australian sports commentary great, dies aged 76

West Australian was best known for calling AFL games with a broadcast career spanning 51 years across radio and TV

The Guardian - AU

Satisfaction and flowers for Spurs after a standout success

In today’s Football Daily: It’s time to give Spurs their due

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