AFL advice helps Moses deliver for NSW on Origin stage Halfback Mitchell Moses said he sought advice from GWS star Harry Himmelberg about kicking at the MCG before steering NSW to a crushing win over Queensland. AAP · Jun 26, 2024
Tigers flag hero future in doubt after back surgery Three-time Richmond premiership defender Dylan Grimes may have played his last AFL game after undergoing season-ending back surgery. AAP · Jun 26, 2024
From the Pocket: if Tom Hawkins has played his last game, he bows out with nothing more to prove What’s extraordinary is that Hawkins made it this far, writes Jonathan Horn in our weekly AFL newsletter The Guardian - AU · Jun 26, 2024
Ashcroft has high expectations ahead of Lions return Will Ashcroft wants to make an immediate impact in his return from a long-term knee injury for the Lions, which could come on Friday against the Demons. AAP · Jun 26, 2024
Bombers coach comfortable with Danger's tribunal win Essendon coach Brad Scott never contemplated Geelong star Patrick Dangerfield not lining up against the Bombers, believing he would overturn a one-game ban. AAP · Jun 26, 2024
Pete Gogolak was bright spot during Giants’ dark days of 1960s Recently celebrated at "A Night with Legends," Pete Gogolak was a bright spot for the New York Giants during their dark time in the 1960s. USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 25, 2024
Geelong's Dangerfield cleared of rough conduct Geelong skipper Patrick Dangerfield has won his challenge against a one-match ban at the AFL Tribunal for rough conduct and is free to play this weekend. AAP · Jun 25, 2024
Magpie thumping 'distant memory' ahead of Suns rematch Collingwood tore Gold Coast apart when they headed north last season but Sam Collins says they haven't dwelled on that loss ahead of the Magpies' return. AAP · Jun 25, 2024
Rockliff urges caution over Ashcroft for in-sync Lions Tom Rockliff has seen the trust and belief return to his former side as the Brisbane Lions ponder how to reintroduce fit-again young star Will Ashcroft. AAP · Jun 25, 2024
Meninga backs Tedesco but keeps close eye on Origin Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga will watch State of Origin closely, as NSW look to recreate history from 1994 at the MCG when they levelled the series. AAP · Jun 24, 2024
Afternoon Update: Matt Kean to head federal climate body; fresh unrest in New Caledonia; and governor general gets pay rise Albanese government announces former NSW Liberal will head the Climate Change Authority The Guardian - AU · Jun 24, 2024
Australian Rules Cleared Of Anti-doping Breaches An inquiry Monday cleared Australian Rules players and support staff of feigning injuries to cover up illicit drug use, but recommended the sport overhaul its approach amid fears of "criminal infiltration". International Business Times · Jun 24, 2024
Wilkie says AFL dodged a drug breach on 'technicality' Federal MP Andrew Wilkie and the AFL have drawn sharply different conclusions from the Sport Integrity Australia report on the league's illicit drugs policy. AAP · Jun 24, 2024
CFMEU on path for split under federal laws Laws allowing one of Australia's most powerful unions to be split up have been introduced to federal parliament. AAP · Jun 24, 2024
AAP · Jun 24, 2024 Integrity body wants overhaul of AFL illicit drug code Australia's anti-doping body has cleared the AFL of bombshell allegations, while calling for an overhaul of the league's controversial illicit drugs policy.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 23, 2024 Morning Mail: Nationals accused of serving tobacco lobby on vaping; supermarkets face massive fines; 1,300 die in hajj heat Junior Coalition partner prioritising ‘tax grab’ over health, AMA says; Labor to push through changes to grocery code of conduct
AAP · Jun 23, 2024 Suns still unsure about King as Magpies await Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick is hopeful star forward Ben King will be passed fit to return for the Suns' clash with Collingwood at Carrara.
AAP · Jun 23, 2024 Dockers back their midfield unit for Sydney litmus test Fremantle's AFL premiership credentials will receive a major test on Saturday when they take on flag favourites Sydney at the SCG.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 23, 2024 Forget fairness: AFL’s fixture of inequities and quirks does the sport few favours There has to be a better way to schedule the season with a balance between commercial imperatives, high performance and fairness
AAP · Jun 23, 2024 Alex Pearce injured as Dockers beat Suns in Perth Fremantle midfielder Hayden Young kicked three goals as the Dockers extended Gold Coast's road hoodoo with a 20-point win in Perth.
AAP · Jun 23, 2024 Bombers outlast West Coast to solidify top-four spot Essendon are firmly entrenched in the AFL's top four after grinding out a 30-point win over West Coast, with Jake Stringer booting five goals.
AAP · Jun 23, 2024 Steven May fined over 'disgraceful' AFL staging act Melbourne's Steven May has copped a fine for "staging" after milking the AFL's dangerous-tackle rule during his side's narrow win over North Melbourne.
AAP · Jun 22, 2024 Oliver braces for tags in Demons' AFL finals fight Melbourne banked an important win over North Melbourne despite Clayton Oliver being blanketed, with Trent Rivers stepping up to fill the midfield void.
AAP · Jun 22, 2024 Roos' comeback falls short as Dees win fiery AFL clash Melbourne and North Melbourne faced off in a halftime melee before the Demons resisted a late fightback to post a three-point win over the AFL's bottom side.
AAP · Jun 22, 2024 Giants keep focus on AFL flag despite Swans drubbing GWS coach Adam Kingsley remains optimistic about their chances for a maiden AFL flag despite suffering a 27-point defeat to bitter rivals Sydney.