No Ridley, no problem: Bombers backs ready to step up With Jordan Ridley sidelined through a hamstring injury, Essendon's other key defenders will have to show they can get the job done against Sydney. AAP · May 9, 2025
'Go and do it': Heat on Port in Showdown cauldron Port Adelaide have a strong recent record of bouncing back from drubbings and are under pressure to respond again when they take on cross-town rivals Adelaide. AAP · May 9, 2025
Hinkley warns rivals about targeting Power star Rioli Ken Hinkley can't say when Willie Rioli will play again but has warned rivals not to target the Port Adelaide forward on his AFL return. AAP · May 9, 2025
Morning Mail: conclave picks a US pope, Bob Brown’s message to Greens, Sam Kerr welcomes Jagger Robert Francis Prevost, 69, from Chicago is the first ever US pope and becomes Leo XIV; Bob Brown says party must resist ‘arrogant’ Labor The Guardian - AU · May 8, 2025
AFL invite backlash as they make it up as they go with Willie Rioli case Inconsistency at head office has resulted in a tedious, toxic, utterly avoidable mess. The whole thing could have been handled so much better The Guardian - AU · May 8, 2025
Jamie Elliott kicks six goals as Pies down Dockers Jamie Elliott and Jack Crisp have played match-winning roles as Collingwood overcame a lopsided inside 50m count to post a brave 14-point win over Fremantle. AAP · May 8, 2025
V'landys turns on charm before crack at Perth media While Western Australia premier Roger Cook fought off criticism of the Perth Bears deal, ARL Commission chairman Peter V'landys was joking about breakfast TV. AAP · May 8, 2025
'Can't win': Clarkson skeptical on Origin timing North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is skeptical State of Origin can successfully fit into the busy modern-day AFL schedule. AAP · May 8, 2025
Club would 'lose millions' without new AFL stadium Modelling has pointed to the financial importance of a new stadium to the Tasmania Devils, who will enter the AFL in 2028. AAP · May 8, 2025
Max King confident of AFL return this season St Kilda forward Max King remains sidelined after his latest knee surgery but insists he will make his AFL comeback before the end of this season. AAP · May 8, 2025
Oliver 'frustrated' at AFL speculation: Goodwin Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says there was nothing more to Clayton Oliver's AFL week off than the health and well-being of the star midfielder. AAP · May 8, 2025
Max gone? Mitchell wants to see back of Dees skipper Melbourne captain Max Gawn is in vintage form and has been giving Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell headaches ahead of their MCG clash in round nine. AAP · May 8, 2025
Power say racism is 'persistent' after AFL bans Rioli Port Adelaide's Willie Rioli pulled out of the Showdown following a week of allegations of threats made against rival players, then he was suspended. AAP · May 8, 2025
Hawks rest Barrass, Bulldogs lose Adam Treloar Tom Barrass will sit out Hawthorn's clash with Melbourne as Sam Mitchell manages the experienced defender's workload with an eye towards the AFL finals. AAP · May 8, 2025
AAP · May 7, 2025 Perth Bears roar into NRL, bound for early success NRL CEO Andrew Abdo says he wants the Perth Bears to have largely local players long-term, but says the North Sydney link will set them up for success in 2027.
AAP · May 7, 2025 AFL dream 'will end' without pro-stadium vote The AFL aspirations of a state will be "over" if a parliamentary vote doesn't give the green light to a controversial waterfront stadium.
The Guardian - AU · May 7, 2025 From the Pocket: Fremantle still look good on paper – but since when has that mattered? This Dockers side still has a lot of deficiencies around the edges and is both flattered and burdened by lofty expectations
Operation Sports · May 7, 2025 AFL 26 Trailer and Loyalty Rewards Revealed Big Ant Studios and Nacon have released the official trailer for AFL 26 and announced some loyalty rewards for those who played AFL 23. As a way of saying thanks for the continued support, returning players will receive a few bonuses in the new game.
AAP · May 7, 2025 AFL still pondering sanctions for Rioli over threats Willie Rioli has been interviewed by the AFL after two more reports emerged about the Port Adelaide forward allegedly threatening rival players.
The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2025 Joe Schmidt turns the page in search of secret to Wallabies success The boss of the Australia rugby team shares a bond with Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge over books as he prepares for the Lions tour
AAP · May 6, 2025 Viney backs Oliver to be at Melbourne next AFL season Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney says Clayton Oliver is back at training and he expects the onballer to stay with the Demons beyond this season.
AAP · May 6, 2025 Swans accept Melican's three-game AFL striking ban Sydney have decided against going to the tribunal after Lewis Melican was hit with a three-game suspension for striking GWS opponent Toby Bedford.
AAP · May 6, 2025 Bulldogs' Dale keen to move on from Rioli saga The Western Bulldogs have refused to weigh in to the Willie Rioli drama after the Port Adelaide forward sent a threatening message about defender Bailey Dale.
AAP · May 5, 2025 Swans weigh up AFL tribunal challenge for Melican ban Sydney might take Lewis Melican's striking charge to the tribunal after he was offered a three-game ban for the incident involving GWS opponent Toby Bedford.
AAP · May 5, 2025 Port's Rioli apologises for message to Bulldogs player Port Adelaide forward Willie Rioli has apologised and the AFL will take no further action after his message to a Western Bulldogs player caused a stir.