Originally published in The Christian Post Israel Folau, an Australian rugby player who’s known for his outspokenness, has joined a new team but is forbidden from talking about his Christian faith. Folau, who was ousted from his contract with Rugby Australia last year over comments he made about homosexuality and […]
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WATCH: ‘Vindicated’ Israel Folau settles with Rugby Australia
Originally published in Fox News Israel Folau, a Tongan-Australian Christian athlete who was sacked by Rugby Australia (RA) earlier this year for posting a Bible verse that was labelled “anti-gay,” says he feels vindicated after reaching an agreement with the organisation. The months-long battle for Folau centered on his Instagram post that said, “Warning: drunks, homosexuals, adulterers…hell […]
Israel Folau sues Australian Rugby, claims contract unlawfully ended over Christian beliefs
Originally published in Fox News The Australian rugby player who was fired earlier this year for writing on social media that “hell awaits” gay people has sued Australia Rugby and his former team, claiming that his contract was unlawfully ended over his Christian beliefs. Israel Folau launched a court action […]
Folau case to test boundary between private life and work
Australian rugby star’s legal battle will affect everybody By Michael Swain, Executive Director, Freedom of Religion SA — Originally published on the FORSA blog The dismissal of rugby superstar Israel Folau from the Australian national team and the Waratahs is arguably one of the most significant cases in recent times […]
Australian Govt to introduce religious discrimination law in wake of Folau case
Originally published in The Christian Institute Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says his Government is set to introduce new laws on religious liberty, following the case of Israel Folau. The sports star was fired by Rugby Australia in May for a social media post quoting the Bible which was deemed […]
Money pours in for Israel Folau’s legal battle
Originally published in Premier Fundraising efforts to support Israel Folau’s legal battle with Rugby Australia have been put on pause after donations passed the Aus$2-million (R19.9) mark. The Australian Christian Lobby (ACL), which set up the funding campaign said they have received rapid and overwhelming support. The fund raised more […]
Israel Folau suing over rugby sacking
Originally published in Premier Former professional rugby player Israel Folau has launched legal action against Rugby Australia and club side the Waratahs after his playing contract was terminated over controversial social media posts. Folau’s four-year, multi-million dollar deal was cut short after an independent panel backed RA’s position that the […]