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Tas govt knew 'from day one' stadium was key to AFL bid

Tasmania has been pushing to host the AFL's newest team but the motives behind a contentious multi-million dollar stadium have once again raised questions.

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Carlton star Adam Saad reveals he loves playing AFL during Ramadan

After racking up a game-high 29 disposals in Carlton's win over Geelong, Adam Saad says Ramadan forces him to focus more on preparation and small, but vital, details in his game.

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Judd McVee's WA family celebrates football star's MCG debut for Melbourne Demons

With huge names due to return for the Melbourne Demons' round two clash with Brisbane, many predicted debutante Judd McVee would be lucky to hold his spot — but his family never doubted it.

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Kangaroos stand down Tarryn Thomas again

North Melbourne have stood down Tarryn Thomas again after determining he failed to make sufficient progress in his respectful-behaviour education program.

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Blues 'significant' win could be AFL turning point

Carlton coach Michael Voss is hopeful the Blues' narrow win over Geelong can be a launching pad towards greater AFL success this season.

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Scott says no panic stations yet for winless Geelong

Chris Scott has a "quiet confidence" that Geelong will get their AFL premiership defence back on track after slipping to a 0-2 record after two rounds.

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Is Brisbane big enough for both codes? AFL’s Lions stare down challenge from NRL

The game against Melbourne clashes with the Dolphins-Broncos derby on Friday night and should provide an early-season barometer

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Carlton holds off fast-finishing Cats to prevail in tight contest

Carlton have resisted a Jeremy Cameron-inspired Geelong comeback to end a horror run in tight contests with an eight-point victory.

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Carlton hold off Cameron's Cats in AFL thriller

Carlton's Charlie Curnow has kicked five goals and Geelong's Jeremy Cameron six in an AFL shootout as the Blues hung on to beat the Cats by eight points.

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Melbourne recall big guns for clash against Lions

Melbourne have recalled a trio of premiership stars for their bumper AFL fixture against a Brisbane side bolstered by the return of captain Dayne Zorko.

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Dockers coach Longmuir lashes 'unfair' Fyfe criticism

Nat Fyfe went goalless against St Kilda in his first game as a full-time forward but coach Justin Longmuir is fully backing the dual Brownlow Medallist.

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Lawrie says Dragons players ready to fight for Griffin

Blake Lawrie says he's made it clear he wants to fight to help coach Anthony Griffin keep his job as St George Illawarra canvas available replacements for 2024.

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Chris Fagan's Lions out to prove they're no AFL fluke

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan knows his AFL side can dispel all doubters when Melbourne visit the Gabba on Friday.

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Hardwick leans on GWS coach Kingsley for Crows tips

Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has turned to GWS counterpart and ex-assistant Adam Kingsley for some tips on Adelaide after the Giants beat the Crows first up.

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St Kilda AFL injury merry-go-round continues

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon is expecting the best version of the Western Bulldogs in round two at Marvel Stadium, despite a heavy first-match loss to Melbourne.

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Power should tag Nick Daicos: Magpies coach McRae

Nick Daicos shapes as a weapon against Port Adelaide, and Collingwood coach Craig McRae says he would tag the talented half-back if he led the Power.

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Carlton heed lessons from string of nail-biting losses

Carlton coach Michael Voss has taken his players to school on the fine margins that have decided each of the side's last three AFL matches.

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Can a national second tier be the answer to Australian football’s problems?

Proponents claim it provides a crucial missing link while sceptics say it’s a bridge too far for a sport already teetering on the edge

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Niall McGinn's shock after sad passing of Glentoran fan Bailie Hardy

16-year-old football fan was 'a hero and an inspiration' to everyone

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Kangaroos' Thomas facing fresh texting allegations

North Melbourne's Tarryn Thomas has been ordered to stay away from Thursday's training session amid reports of more inappropriate behaviour towards women.

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Giants' top draft pick Cadman pushes for AFL debut

GWS coach Adam Kingsley says they will not rush Aaron Cadman's AFL debut, despite the No.1 draft pick impressing in a practice match last weekend.

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Stringer fit, but clouds form over Bombers forwards

Essendon can recall Jake Stringer for Sunday's AFL clash with Gold Coast, but Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti and Sam Weideman are in doubt.

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From Harry Sheezel and Will Ashcroft to Cam McKenzie and Mattaes Phillipou — how the AFL debutants went in round one

From the hyped to the hopefuls, it was time for a new group of AFL debutants to hit the ground running. Andrew McGarry looks at all the first-gamers and how they went in round one.

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AFL says national flags allowed in venues

An Israel flag was waved at North Melbourne's round-one game in honour of Harry Sheezel, who is Jewish, and that's generated some controversy.

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Don't compare Buddy's bump to other hits: Longmire

Sydney coach John Longmire has encouraged pundits not to lump Lance Franklin's high bump in with two other controversial incidents from round one.

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