Outback Wrangler Speaks After Mate Dies

Matt Wright to appeal Darwin jury verdict | Evening News Bulletin 29 August 2025

In this bulletin, a Darwin jury finds reality TV personality Matt Wright guilty of perverting the course of justice, severe weather on the way for police as they search for a suspected killer in Victoria's alpine region. And in football, the Socceroos welcome Nestory Irankunda back to the squad after a long break.

Outback Wrangler speaks after mate dies

Matt Wright has flagged he will appeal after a jury found him guilty of two charges stemming from a fatal helicopter crash.

Outback Wrangler Matt Wright family home under offer after being found guilty on chopper charges

The offer on the family home comes as the TV star faces serious legal challenges.

Outback Wrangler vows to appeal after guilty verdict

Outback Wrangler host Matt Wright has vowed to appeal his verdicts after being found guilty of attempting to pervert the course of justice following the fatal chopper crash that killed his co-star Chris Wilson.