Pope Leo's 2028 Sydney Visit Sparks NRL Grand Final Scheduling Debate

A column notes that Pope Leo is scheduled to visit Sydney during the October long weekend in 2028, prompting discussion about whether the 2028 NRL Grand Final should be moved. George Zivkovic of Northmead argues that the debate overlooks the possibility of including the pontiff in the stadium bunker for an impartial view. Col Burns of Lugarno adds a light‑hearted suggestion for a catchy name for the national underwater hockey team.

The piece also includes assorted cultural anecdotes, such as a quiz participant’s experience, a 1971 border incident at Ceuta, a critique of a single‑bottle electric wine chiller, and a translation of a surtitle at the Sydney Opera House.