Collingwood Magpies and Brisbane Lions in action. Source: AAP Image/ Joel Carrett and Darren England
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It’s footy finals time again. With the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions playing for the title, it is guaranteed to be a cracker of a match.
In honour of the AFL Grand Final 2023, we’re taking a look at some of the footy players — past and present — striking out to launch small businesses and startups.
From cafés and wineries to virtual real estate, they’re a multi-talented bunch.
Who did we miss? Let us know in the comments.
Liam Henry, Tied to Culture
The tie design business set up by then-new Fremantle Docker drafts Liam Henry and Isaiah Butters features indigenous-inspired designs.
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