Swans undeterred by AFL derby finals record Minor premiers Sydney face an AFL qualifying final blockbuster against GWS and must do what they have failed to in previous post-season derby meetings. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
Port dismiss Butters concern ahead of qualifying final Port Adelaide skipper Connor Rozee says his vice-captain Zak Butters, who is suffering an eye infection, will be fine to play in the qualifying final. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
Dolphins vow to bring their best for Knights road trip Dolphins players have vowed not to get complacent after thrashing Brisbane as they prepare for the Newcastle showdown where the winner will play finals. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
JK would love to see great mate Dean Cox land at Eagles West Coast are still in the process of finding their next senior coach, and Dean Cox is unlikely to put up his hand despite the encouragement of ex-teammates. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
AFL weren't tempted to move Sydney derby final The Sydney derby qualifying final at the SCG is sold out but chief executive Andrew Dillon says the AFL never planned to play it at the bigger Accor Stadium. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
Lions' ruthless streak lacking but Black's a believer Simon Black is concerned the current Brisbane Lions crop lack the killer instinct of the "great sides" and that they'll live to regret their missed AFL chances. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
Payne, Reville in mix for Lions' elimination final Key defender Jack Payne and penetrating kick Bruce Reville are both in the mix to return from injury for Brisbane in their elimination final against Carlton. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
Cats veterans Hawkins, Guthrie ramp up AFL finals bids Geelong coach Chris Scott has flagged AFL premiership heroes Tom Hawkins and Cam Guthrie returning from extended injury lay-offs at VFL level this weekend. AAP · Sep 2, 2024
Bulldogs, AFL mourn death of 'Gentleman John' Schultz The AFL community is mourning the death of John Schultz, a champion Footscray ruckman and Western Bulldogs club great. AAP · Sep 1, 2024
Port Adelaide coach Hinkley seeks finals redemption Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley knows there's only one real way to silence his critics - win an AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 1, 2024
De Koning presses AFL finals case as Cats eye Power Sam De Koning shone in his return from injury at VFL level, making a case to be recalled for Geelong's AFL qualifying final against Port Adelaide. AAP · Sep 1, 2024
Bennett's mind games inspire Dolphins ambush A 'red herring' training run and a closed session away from prying eyes were among tactics Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett employed before flogging Brisbane 40-6. AAP · Aug 31, 2024
Carlton's Docherty firms for shock finals comeback Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has no doubt Sam Docherty is ready to return from a knee reconstruction for the Blues' elimination final against Brisbane. AAP · Aug 31, 2024
Giants shrug off AFL derby record ahead of finals clash Star forward Brent Daniels is confident GWS can win their qualifying final against AFL minor premiers Sydney, shaking off their consecutive derby losses. AAP · Aug 30, 2024
AAP · Aug 30, 2024 All Australian Houston to stay at Port Adelaide Star defender Dan Houston says he's rejecting offers from rival clubs and is staying at Port Adelaide.
AAP · Aug 29, 2024 All-Australian Treloar hints at fitness for Hawks final Bulldogs midfielder Adam Treloar has earned his first All-Australian blazer as he fights to overcome a calf injury to face Hawthorn in an elimination final.
AAP · Aug 29, 2024 Dogs star Bontempelli named All-Australian skipper Max Gawn has joined an elite group of players with seven or more All-Australian blazers, while Marcus Bontempelli has been named captain for the first time.
AAP · Aug 29, 2024 Cats gun Dempsey earns AFL Rising Star nod Geelong's Ollie Dempsey has been named the AFL's Rising Star ahead of fellow young guns George Wardlaw and Kai Lohmann.
AAP · Aug 29, 2024 Bont, Daicos split AFL awards ahead of Brownlow battle A tight Brownlow Medal count is expected after Marcus Bontempelli and Nick Daicos were named the league's best players by its coaches and players respectively.
AAP · Aug 29, 2024 Free agent Saints back Josh Battle off to join Hawthorn Josh Battle will join Hawthorn as an unrestricted free agent, but the Hawks need to do a deal to snare West Coast vice-captain Tom Barrass.
AAP · Aug 29, 2024 Freo's late-season heartache will not break us: Serong Fremantle slumped from third to 10th on the back of four consecutive losses, but they are vowing to come back stronger next season.
AAP · Aug 29, 2024 Fit-again Liberatore relishing return to AFL finals Bulldogs veteran Tom Liberatore is excited by the prospect of a huge crowd for the AFL elimination final against Hawthorn after overcoming concussion issues.
AAP · Aug 29, 2024 Demons deny stand-off with injured superstar Petracca Melbourne president Kate Roffey says the Demons are working through issues with Christian Petracca, and homesick Kysaiah Pickett hasn't requested a trade.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 28, 2024 From the Pocket: Melbourne must leave buzz words and fan favourite behind to rise again The pain of potentially losing star midfielder Christian Petracca can be turned into an opportunity for the Demons to change and replenish
AAP · Aug 28, 2024 Court overturns detective's sacking over corpse photos The Supreme Court has overturned a police officer's sacking after photos of a corpse was found on his phone, with a judge finding board's decision was 'unjust'.