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AFL integrity unit to investigate Gold Coast Suns’ team manager over alleged links to gambling firm

Gold Coast Suns have made an assurance they are acting within AFL rules, despite a key dressing room figure’s alleged links to a bookmaking company

The Guardian - AU

Trait 'overrated' but Pendlebury an exception to rule

Geelong coach Chris Scott has joined the chorus lauding Scott Pendlebury ahead of the Collingwood veteran's AFL games record-equalling appearance.

AAP

Still 'our future': Eagles back Hewett to find mojo

Elijah Hewett has endured a disappointing start to the AFL season, but West Coast believe a stint in the WAFL will do him the world of good.

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Witts backed to respond as Suns head to Darwin fortress

Gold Coast will be out to extend a strong record at their home away from home in Darwin when they take on St Kilda without overlooked ruckman Jarrod Witts.

AAP

Communications minister Anika Wells repays $10,000 in incorrect travel expenses

Anthony Albanese rejects calls for Wells to resign over the breaches, saying she had done the right thing and had also apologised

The Guardian - AU

Charges dropped for two AFL stars accused of affray

AFL premiership players Dion Prestia and Steven May will no longer face criminal charges over a fight in a coastal town.

AAP

Get excited: Flagmantle set to go into overdrive

Fremantle are on the verge of equalling a club-record winning run, and coach Justin Longmuir is confident his maturing group will be able to handle the hype.

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We got hit in the face: Hawks rue the one that got away

Hawthorn's 15-point loss to Fremantle came with the added blow of an injury to Tom Barrass, and coach Sam Mitchell wasn't happy after the match.

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Neale's numbers stack up as AFL rivals circle

With a decision to make on his playing future, Lachie Neale is tracking towards his most impactful season since arriving at the Brisbane Lions in 2019.

AAP

Freo unleash five-goal burst to sink Hawks in thriller

Hawthorn defender Tom Barrass is facing a period on the sidelines with injury on a bad night for his side as they lost by 15 points to Fremantle.

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Lions youngster given ban for using homophobic slur

Brisbane Lions draftee Koby Evans has become the latest AFL-listed player to be suspended for using homophobic language in a VFL game.

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Wallabies star backs overdue Anzac Day Bledisloe first

Fraser McReight isn't sure why the Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test, slated to debut next year, isn't already on the rugby calendar.

AAP

Change in Sportsbet policy engulfs AFL identities amid scrutiny of gambling links

A subtle tweak of policy by Sportsbet has embroiled a three-time premiership captain and an emerging female voice who judged last year’s Norm Smith medal

The Guardian - AU

'That's what we explore': Giants coach on name change

GWS coach Adam Kingsley says he's open to a name change for the AFL club, with the Giants yet to find the answer on how best to tackle the region.

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McRae defends Pendlebury ahead of record-breaking game

Collingwood coach Craig McRae has mounted a staunch defence of Scott Pendlebury as the star veteran prepares to break the VFL/AFL games record.

AAP

Swans hopeful on Curnow recovery as Bombers drop McKay

Sydney star Charlie Curnow and GWS spearhead Jesse Hogan are sidelined for round nine, while Essendon have lost patience with underperforming Ben McKay.

The Guardian - AU

From the Pocket: uncomfortable questions have rightly been asked of Carlton – their response doesn’t cut it

There are valid roadblocks to getting full answers on why Elijah Hollands was allowed to play, but a modicum of contrition is not too much to ask

AAP

Beveridge says illicit drugs policy 'compromises' care

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge insists the AFL's illicit drugs policy "compromises" care due to key people being kept in the dark.

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Hawks' Wizard keen to weave more magic out West

Hawthorn have had issues in attack to address ahead of their Thursday night blockbuster against Fremantle, but one forward shone in the draw with Collingwood.

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Football club fined for not doing enough to remove player from field during mental health issue

Australian rules football club Carlton has been fined 75,000 Australian dollars ($54,000) for its lapse handling of a player’s on-field mental health episode

AAP

Perryman blow for Pies, Dees' Mihocek sidelined

Collingwood's Harry Perryman and Melbourne's Brody Mihocek have both learnt the extent of hamstring injuries and will be sidelined for multiple weeks.

The Guardian - AU

Carlton fined $75,000 for mishandling of Elijah Hollands’ mental health episode

Review finds Blues player should have been removed from game, as AFL require all clubs employ full-time psychologist

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Carlton receive heavy fine over Hollands mishandling

The AFL has fined Carlton $75,000 for their handling of Elijah Hollands' mental health episode in a recent game against Collingwood.

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He was still off-colour: Dockers back Voss to rebound

A number of Fremantle players have been grounded by illness in recent weeks, but coach Justin Longmuir is optimistic they are now over the worst of it.

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Brisbane Lions leader defends culture with one regret

Brisbane Lions co-captain Hugh McCluggage has reflected on a weekend that included the leaking of private strategy notes and a homophobic slur investigation.

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