Ziebell was reported for the incident, which saw his fist make contact with the back of Newnes' head.
The St.Kilda players reacted angrily to the hit and immediately remonstrated with Ziebell.
A 50m penalty was awarded which resulted in a gimme goal to Newnes.
Jack Ziebell's been reported for this incident. #AFLNorthSaints http://t.co/3u6bQiOv1Z
— AFL (@AFL) August 15, 2015