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Merrett wins best and fairest, but Bombers exit looms

Essendon captain Zach Merrett is keen to leave for Hawthorn and has all but farewelled the Bombers after winning a sixth best and fairest award.

AAP · Oct 2, 2025

Demon exodus: star mid told to explore trade options

Clayton Oliver is the latest big name set to leave Melbourne, but new coach Steven King is upbeat Christian Petracca will remain at the AFL club.

AAP · Oct 2, 2025

Suns miss out after Jamie Elliott sticks with Magpies

Jamie Elliott has turned down a longer and more lucrative deal at Gold Coast to re-sign with Collingwood until the end of 2027.

AAP · Oct 1, 2025

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We're sorry: Cats set to ditch Mad Monday shenanigans

Geelong have apologised for any offence caused by their off-the-mark Mad Monday celebrations, declaring future events won't continue in their current format.

AAP · Oct 1, 2025

Centre bounce, substitute gone in AFL rules shake-up

The centre bounce and substitute have been scrapped in a shake-up of AFL rules, as league officials flag more changes ahead of the 2026 season.

AAP · Oct 1, 2025

Dew joins flag teammate on revamped Power coach panel

Former Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew will return to Port Adelaide as a senior assistant to first-year coach and 2004 premiership teammate Josh Carr.

AAP · Oct 1, 2025

Giantkillers dare to dream of game-changing Cup win

Semi-professional Heidelberg United are one win away from becoming the first non A-League Men team to win the Australia Cup and are daring to dream.

AAP · Sep 30, 2025

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AFL confirms struggling club's assistance package

The AFL has settled on an assistance package to help battling West Coast's bid to become a competitive team again.

AAP · Sep 30, 2025

Demons confirm star AFL midfielder wants out

A day after Christian Petracca flew to Adelaide, the Demons have confirmed his desire to continue his AFL career elsewhere in 2026.

AAP · Sep 30, 2025

Redemption Riki: Bronco a 'deer in headlights' no more

Jordan Riki was overcome by grand final week in 2023 but now he's older and wiser after a career-defining display to help Brisbane into another decider.

AAP · Sep 29, 2025

'They've set the bar': Saints urged to be like Brisbane

While St Kilda continue to rail against the draft concessions for clubs such as Brisbane, coach Ross Lyon has lauded the back-to-back premiers.

AAP · Sep 29, 2025

'Not here to make friends': Saints president bullish

St Kilda president Andrew Bassat says the Saints are relevant again after several years of drafting and now targeting key recruits from rival clubs.

AAP · Sep 29, 2025

'$64 question': Fagan says Lions' attitude stays key

As Brisbane continue their premiership celebrations, they are being reminded to stay grounded as they aim next season for a flag three-peat.

AAP · Sep 29, 2025

Demons star flies to Adelaide as trade talk ramps up

One of Melbourne's most important players has flown to Adelaide, with the Crows known to be interested in trying to secure a trade.

AAP · Sep 29, 2025

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AAP · Sep 29, 2025

Lions' Ashcroft named AFL player of the finals

Brisbane Lions midfielder Will Ashcroft has won the Gary Ayres Award as the best player of the AFL finals after starring throughout September for the premiers.

AAP · Sep 29, 2025

Political wannabe hit with second charge for Nazi act

A failed political candidate has been accused of performing a Nazi salute just after he was released over performing the same alleged act at an AFL game.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 28, 2025

The Lions stepped up when it mattered most, like they always do. Now a dynasty beckons

In August their season was dangling, and on grand final day they were meant to be the banged-up ones. Then they went into hyperdrive

AAP · Sep 28, 2025

Lions' tougher road to sequel as AFL dynasty beckons

After taking over the Brisbane Lions at rock bottom, Chris Fagan has built a team that now sits on the verge of AFL immortality.

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 28, 2025

Lions coach hails AFL premiership as ‘better than last year’ as Cats lick wounds

Brisbane players celebrate with fans in Fitzroy North after stunning grand final blitz

AAP · Sep 28, 2025

Cameron's flag fire sparked by basketball great

Brisbane goal-sneak Charlie Cameron endured form fluctuations throughout 2025 but saved his best for last in a crucial grand final contribution.

AAP · Sep 28, 2025

Lion Ah Chee likely bows out as dual flag hero

Ahead of an expected move to Adelaide next year, Callum Ah Chee had a second-straight outstanding performance in a Brisbane Lions grand final win.

AAP · Sep 27, 2025

Jeered champion Lion happy to play up to villain tag

Brisbane Lions forward Cam Rayner was jeered relentlessly by Geelong fans in the grand final but enjoyed every moment on his way to a second AFL premiership.

AAP · Sep 27, 2025

'Forks in the road': flat Cats keen to reload again

Chris Scott would rather have stayed in bed the morning after their grand final loss, but has praised Cats fans and urged them to stick with the club.

AAP · Sep 27, 2025

'Better than last year': Fagan hails Lions' premiership

Brisbane's second premiership has topped their 2024 triumph, according to coach Chris Fagan, and there could be more flags to come.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 27, 2025

Lions in dreamland as staggering second half delivers grand final glory to Brisbane

Defining moments came thick and fast in a barely believable salvo at the MCG that Geelong had no answer to

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