The Latest Breaking News from AFL

Storm star shrugs off knee issues to play round one

"Resilient bugger" Ryan Papenhuyzen has overcome knee issues to be fit for Melbourne's NRL season-opener against the Jason Ryles-coached Parramatta

AAP · Mar 5, 2025

Hawks aim to bring their rage into new AFL season

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says they learned a lot from last season as they returned to the AFL finals - especially the need for further improvement.

AAP · Mar 5, 2025

NRL avoids opening-round postponement with Sydney move

The Dolphins and South Sydney will swap home games under an NRL move to bring the opening-round clash between the two teams away from Cyclone Alfred.

AAP · Mar 4, 2025

Brisbane, GWS tipped as grand finalists by captains

AFL captains are tipping the Brisbane Lions and GWS to reach the AFL grand final, with Collingwood ace Nick Daicos the favourite to collect the Brownlow medal.

AAP · Mar 3, 2025

Gambling companies threaten to ramp up betting promotions to counter AFL revenue grab

Exclusive: Critics say inducements are harmful and urge a ban as recommended by Murphy inquiry

The Guardian - AU · Mar 3, 2025

AFL 2025 predicted ladder part one: Carlton bring the noise but fail to convince

This year’s annual hiding to nothing comes with the usual qualifier – 15 of the listed teams are capable of making a preliminary final

The Guardian - AU · Mar 3, 2025

'Trailblazer' Nicky Winmar may co-lead AFL racism case

Anti-racism "trailblazer" Nicky Winmar has asked class action lawyers if he can become co-lead plaintiff in their class action against the AFL.

AAP · Mar 3, 2025

Local-focused AFL lukewarm on trying a US push

The AFL will continue the campaign to boost its profile in Queensland and NSW, although boss Andrew Dillon won't rule out an NRL-style experiment in the US.

AAP · Mar 3, 2025

Swans set to attack opener without star winger: Hayward

Sydney forward Will Hayward says the Swans simply have to get on with starting their AFL season without injured star Errol Gulden.

AAP · Mar 3, 2025

AFL looks to kick off season as cyclone watch continues

AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says that, for now, the season opener at the Gabba between Brisbane and Geelong is going ahead as scheduled.

AAP · Mar 3, 2025