The Latest Breaking News on AFLW

Wood re-signs as Essendon coach in AFLW first

Essendon coach Natalie Wood has re-signed until the end of 2026 and is due to become the first woman to coach more than four AFLW seasons.

AAP · Aug 16, 2024

AFLW seasons over for Bulldog, Tiger after ACL tears

The dreaded ACL tear has struck again ahead of the AFLW season, with Richmond's Montana McKinnon and Western Bulldog Mua Laloifi suffering the injury.

AAP · Aug 12, 2024

Eagles keen to nail 'bullseye' under Daisy Pearce

West Coast co vice-captain Bella Lewis says the arrival of new coach Daisy Pearce has sparked hope the club can reach the AFLW finals for the first time.

AAP · Aug 5, 2024

AFLW moves to national draft ahead of 2025 season

The AFLW will hold a maiden national draft after the introduction of relocation allowances and minimum two-year contracts for draftees in the women's game.

AAP · Jun 20, 2024

AFLW players set for earlier Hall of Fame nods

The Australian Football Hall of Fame has opened the door for AFLW players to be inducted just one year after their retirement.

AAP · Jun 19, 2024

Former Docker Cuthbertson named Port's new AFLW skipper

New Port Adelaide skipper Janelle Cuthbertson says it's an honour and a privilege to be voted into the leadership role by her teammates.

AAP · Jun 17, 2024

Lutkins back at Lions den in hunt for more AFLW flags

Brisbane have kicked off their AFLW pre-season campaign, and they'll have the returning Kate Lutkins on board for their premiership defence.

AAP · Jun 3, 2024

AFLW's western derby to be held at Optus Stadium

Daisy Pearce's first Western Derby as coach will be held at the 60,000-capacity Optus Stadium as West Coast and Fremantle look to break records.

AAP · May 31, 2024

Collingwood fan banned after touching West Coast player

A Collingwood fan has been banned from attending AFL or AFLW games for the rest of the year after reaching over the boundary to touch a West Coast player.

AAP · May 14, 2024

Bulldogs youngster forced to retire through concussion

Western Bulldogs first-year player Aiden O'Driscoll has been forced into premature retirement through concussion, without playing a game for the AFL club.

AAP · May 14, 2024