AFL great Nicky Winmar has appeared in court, a month after he was charged with intentionally choking a person.
The former St Kilda star only spoke briefly to say good morning and thank you to the magistrate as his case was adjourned on Thursday.
Former AFL player Nicky Winmar leaves the Melbourne Magistrates Court following a brief mention on Thursday.Credit: AAP
Winmar, whose legal first name is Neil, was in July charged with committing two assaults and intentionally choking, strangling or suffocating a person.
The three incidents all allegedly happened on July 18, charge sheets state.
The details of the allegations were not aired during Thursday’s brief hearing in Melbourne Magistrates Court.
Winmar’s barrister, Dermot Dann, KC, instead told court the prosecution needed more time and so a month-long adjournment was required.
Winmar and Eddie McGuire on Melbourne Cup Day at Flemington Racecourse in 2024.Credit: Getty Images
Dann sought an extension for Winmar’s bail, noting the 59-year-old had made “excellent” progress while completing the court integrated services program (CISP).
“He has attended every appointment and engaged enthusiastically,” Dann told the court.