Socceroos secure World Cup knockout stage, NRL media deal sealed

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1. Socceroos punch ticket to Round of 32

   Australia has secured passage to the World Cup Round of 32 with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay, finishing second in Group D.

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2. Nine, Foxtel win NRL rights in massive Australian sport media deal

   Nine and Foxtel have won NRL broadcasting rights in a $5 billion deal that keeps the sporting code with its current media partners and provides the NRL with more money than the AFL's rival arrangement.

   brisbanetimes.com.au

3. Shield Master fund boss Paul Chiodo could face fines, ban in ASIC action

   ASIC alleges that Shield Master fund boss Paul Chiodo transferred $305 million of investor money to private companies associated with a Melbourne property developer to pay marketers and for projects that never progressed.

   brisbanetimes.com.au

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