The statue of former AFL player Nicky Winmar outside Optus Stadium is set to be removed following his assault conviction. Both outlets report that Winmar, a Western Australia-based former player known for his time with St Kilda and the Western Bulldogs, is found guilty of assaulting a woman. One report states the conviction is handed down on Friday, while another specifies that the guilty finding relates to an assault case in Victoria. The West Australian frames the decision in terms of the statue’s removal after the conviction, while ABC Australia similarly says the statue will be removed from the stadium precinct. Neither source provides details on the timing of the removal, the statement from stadium officials or Winmar’s legal options. The reports also do not describe the broader context behind the statue beyond noting it has been erected outside Optus Stadium. Overall, the key development is the criminal conviction, which directly triggers actions regarding the public display of the statue.