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A-League boss Danny Townsend says sport will not bow to 'barbaric' behaviour as sanctions loom for Melbourne Victory

APL CEO Danny Townsend breaks his silence on the Melbourne pitch invasion as Football Australia serves Victory with a show-cause notice.

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Federal sports minister questions funding demand for AFL stadium in Hobart

As Tasmania prepares to make a business case for an AFL licence, the stadium required to make it a reality continues to be political football, with the Commonwealth now indicating it is not happy with the amount being sought.

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Former Canberra Raiders captain Terry Campese seeks Labor preselection in NSW seat of Monaro

Canberra Raiders captain Terry Campese puts his hand up to be NSW Labor's Monaro candidate ahead of next year's state election after being approached by Chris Minns last year.

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Roar bounce back in ALW, beat Wanderers

Brisbane have returned to the A-League Women winner's list after Katrina Gorry helped them down Western Sydney Wanderers 1-0.

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Federal govt baulks at AFL stadium deal

Federal sports minister Anika Wells supports Tasmania's bid for AFL entry but has questioned the league's requirement for a new stadium to be built in Hobart.

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Wanderers aim high in Western United clash

Western Sydney Wanderers have been the surprise package of this season's A-League Men and can make a statement with a win over champions Western United.

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Where will the money come from? After World Cup euphoria, Australian football confronts harsh reality

With less money to be earned through TV deals than rival codes, grassroots football is increasingly funded through sky-high registration fees that lock out disadvantaged families

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Fan protests begin as Roar beat Jets

Brisbane Roar have secured a late 1-0 win over Newcastle Jets in the ALM as supporters began protests against the sale of the grand final hosting rights.

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Thunder collapse to lowest-ever BBL score

The Sydney Thunder have collapsed in historic fashion, managing only 15 runs in their BBL loss to the Adelaide Strikers.

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AFL rivals didn't tempt Dogs' Beveridge

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge was linked to rival AFL clubs this year but rejected their interest to sign a two-year extension at Whitten Oval.

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Matildas star Gorry back for Roar in ALW

Brisbane will welcome the guidance and nous of Matildas star Katrina Gorry when she returns in the A-League Women clash with Western Sydney.

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Body burning killer 'utterly remorseless'

After shooting and killing Maddison Parrott at point blank range, Nicholas Cross burnt her body to cover his tracks but he maintains his innocence.

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Coach Beveridge re-signs with Bulldogs

The Western Bulldogs are sticking with 2016 premiership coach Luke Beveridge, signing the 52-year-old to a deal that will keep him at the club until 2025.

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Fired up Cripps set for big AFL season

The post-Brownlow blues that affected Port Adelaide star Ollie Wines this time last year have not yet troubled Carlton's medal winner Patrick Cripps.

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Heppell not tied to Bombers AFL captaincy

Dyson Heppell is happy to hand over the Essendon captaincy as soon as next season if the AFL club decides on a new-look leadership group.

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AFL won't change Brownlow voting process

The AFL will not alter its Brownlow Medal voting procedure, despite calls for it to be taken out of the hands of umpires after this year's betting scandal.

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Barilaro to wait nine months for hearing

John Barilaro has a nine-month wait ahead before a court will hear allegations he assaulted a cameraman as he faced scrutiny over an overseas trade role.

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Scott won't entertain Bombers finals talk

Essendon coach Brad Scott won't be distracted by early AFL finals expectations as he looks to bed down a new game plan with his developing playing group.

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Hoffman urges fans to stick by team as supporters plan to join protest over sale of A-League grand final to Sydney

"All you can hope for is that your fans are with you in every moment of the game."

AAP

Ex-captain Vandenberg quits Hawthorn board

The appointment of Andy Gowers as Hawthorn's new president has led to Richie Vandenberg quitting his role as the AFL club's football director.

ABC News

Ali Rachid Ammoun was on parole for the attempted murder of his ex-wife when he fired shots at Canberra Airport

Ali Rachid Ammoun pleads guilty to firing a revolver inside the Canberra Airport in August. His plea means details of his attempted murder conviction can now be reported.

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Two teenagers charged over fatal stabbing of Hashim Mohamed in St Kilda

The two boys — 16-year-old and a 17-year-old — were taken into custody during early-morning raids in Melbourne's north-west.

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Jeff Kennett departs Hawthorn with fractured AFL club in need of healing

Kennett’s achievements as president were not insignificant but the task facing his successor Andy Gowers is enormous

AAP

Gowers wins Hawthorn AFL presidency

Andy Gowers' push for change at Hawthorn has delivered him the AFL club's presidency ahead of Jeff Kennett's anointed successor Peter Nankivell.

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Gold Coast's Matt Rowell inks new AFL deal

Former No.1 draft pick Matt Rowell has committed to Gold Coast until the end of the 2025 AFL season by signing a two-year contract extension with the club.

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