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AFL Round-Up: Carlton's revival crushed, Richmond's legends run it back, Sydney reach breaking point

An emotional rollercoaster for Carlton, Richmond party like it's 2017 and Sydney reach their tipping point in a potentially defining round nine. We digest the week that was.

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Carlton and Cook stuck in a vicious cycle of hope, hype and hurt

After another terrible loss, Carlton is a club in tatters with the coach, captain and CEO staring down the barrel of frustrated fans and angry ‘assassins’

The Guardian - AU

Port Fairy and Rennie football players kick 1,000th goal on same weekend in Victoria

Two Victorian country football players kick a rare milestone on the same weekend in different teams and leagues, much to the delight of dedicated fans who rush the field as per tradition.

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Ryan Strain will put Aussie friendships to one side as St Mirren defender aims to take down Hearts

The Saints full-back is friends with Hearts' Australian contingent but says those friendships count for nothing on the pitch.

Daily Record

Thousands turn out for 'Stop the Stadium' rally in Hobart seeking end to AFL plan

Senator Jacqui Lambie sends a blunt message to the Tasmanian government and the state Greens leader tells thousands opposed to the AFL stadium proposed for Hobart's waterfront she will work to defund it.

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‘Giant bedpan’: Protesters rally to denounce Hobart’s $715m AFL stadium

Tasmanians will rally against stadium demanded by the AFL as the depleted Rockliff government is accused of ignoring valid concerns.

The New Daily

No stadium, no team, no deal. Will Tasmania's AFL stadium survive a minority government bombshell?

Two Tasmanian Liberals have quit over the stadium deal, but, given the widespread joy that emanated following the granting of the AFL licence, handing it back after just 10 days would be as embarrassing as it is unlikely, writes Chris Rowbottom.

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Former Melbourne Demons footballer Daniel Hayes serves Supreme Court writ on AFL and junior coach Mark Heaney

Daniel Hayes was forging a path to a dream career in the AFL 17 years ago — but after leaving the Demons without playing a game, the small forward was left grappling with feelings few understood.

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All booing is infantile but not all boos are equal – that’s why Lance Franklin became the story

There’s no need to bemoan a sport gone soft, just reflect on what it means to an Indigenous footballer

The Guardian - AU

South East SA football shake-up plans revealed with SANFL to consult clubs on two-league system

Long-awaited changes to football in South East South Australia have been released, with consultation with clubs to start soon.

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Young South Australian footballer Antonio Loiacono's brain donated to concussion research

The family and friends of Antonio Loiacono gathered to remember the young footballer who died last month after an on-field collision in the Adelaide Hills.

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Clarkson unloads on Hawthorn, panel over racism saga

Alastair Clarkson has launched an extraordinary tirade against his former club, Hawthorn, describing their handling of the racism saga as "shameful".

The New Daily

How Luke Beveridge and the Bulldogs have adjusted on the fly this AFL season

Luke Beveridge ended a 62-year premiership drought for the Western Bulldogs, but the polarising coach is not resting on his laurels seven years later, write Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson.

ABC News

Hawthorn racism investigation held up as parties disagree on access to documents

Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson has again questioned the process behind the independent review into racism allegations at the club amid further delays in the investigation.

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The Guardian - AU

It would be a travesty if AFL history is allowed to repeat with booing of Lance Franklin

Irrespective of intent, it is about impact and the ticking time bomb of Black excellence in the purview of the white gaze

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Jacob Van Rooyen's striking suspension upheld at AFL tribunal despite outcry from former players

Jacob van Rooyen fails to get his controversial two-match ban for striking overturned, and the Melbourne club confirms it will appeal against the AFL tribunal’s decision.

Daily Record

Theo Bair: Keeping motivated, family support and the St Johnstone journey so far

The Canadian forward is more determined than ever to make a success of himself in Scotland

The Guardian - AU

Sydney rivalry shows why derbies are the lifeblood of Australian football

Few A-League fixtures produce the pumping scenes and vibrant atmosphere that materialise when the city’s east meets west

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How's Ya Mate? mental health round continues expansion with help from Tadhg Kennelley, Kirby Bentley

Tadhg Kennelley and Kirby Bentley connect with young people in Broken Hill and Menindee as ambassadors for How's Ya Mate? — a successful local mental health and wellbeing initiative that hopes to go national.

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Collingwood apologise to Lance Franklin and Sydney for crowd booing in MCG clash

Collingwood captain Darcy Moore and coach Craig McRae issue an apology to Sydney's Lance Franklin after he was routinely booed by members of the crowd during Sunday's match at the MCG.

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AFL Round-Up: Melbourne and Port Adelaide thrive on fine margins, and who is to blame for the West Coast situation?

Round eight proves the season will be defined by a series of thrillers, while West Coast's road back to relevance looks like being a long one. We digest the week that was.

The Guardian - AU

Richmond’s old firm must build new dynasty for a changing game

The rise of Geelong and Collingwood proves the game has changed since Richmond’s premiership years. Can the Tigers evolve to find success again?

ABC News

AFL star Lance Franklin booed by Collingwood fans at MCG, baffling Sydney Swans' coach John Longmire

AFL great Lance Franklin became the latest star player to be booed by opposition fans, leaving Sydney coach John Longmire bemused and Collingwood counterpart Craig McRae nonplussed.

Glasgow Live

Ex-Celtic star Leigh Griffiths scores Mandurah City free-kick stunner as he rolls back the years

The former Hoops and Hibs striker is plying his trade in Australia these days but he still has that set-piece magic as he fired a 30-yard cracker into the top corner.

ABC News

Hobart is getting a new stadium for AFL games, but what's wrong with Bellerive Oval?

Tasmanians opposed to a new stadium at Macquarie Point have been at pains to point out that AFL has been played at Bellerive Oval for years. So, why couldn't they continue there and save millions? The answers are a little more complex than you might think.

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