GWS forward Toby Bedford embraces 'unloved' tagger role GWS forward Toby Bedford's foray into tagging is set to receive another big test when he lines up against Sydney's star-studded midfield. AAP · Jun 18, 2024
Anzac Day clash put Lions' Andrews on path to AFL Brisbane co-captain Harris Andrews says going to the 2013 Anzac Day blockbuster at the MCG had a big impact and helped him realise he wanted an AFL career. AAP · Jun 18, 2024
Pick me: Eagles star Oscar Allen puts hand up to play Fit-again West Coast forward Oscar Allen says there won't be pressure on him to dominate due to the sizzling hot form of fellow spearhead Jake Waterman. AAP · Jun 18, 2024
Gambling role for former football chief raises red flag The appointment of a former football boss to lead a wagering giant has raised concerns about close links between sport and the gambling industry. AAP · Jun 18, 2024
Butters cleared at AFL Tribunal, Dixon to fight charge Zak Butters has overturned his one-match ban at the AFL Tribunal, while Port teammate Charlie Dixon will contest his three-match ban at the SANFL Tribunal. AAP · Jun 18, 2024
Collingwood cult hero Dane Swan joins Hall of Fame A leader of Collingwood's famous 'rat pack', Dane Swan has been inducted into the Australian Football Hall of Fame. AAP · Jun 17, 2024
Power's Dixon rubbed out for three, Butters also banned Charlie Dixon has copped a three-match suspension for his big bump while playing in the SANFL, while Zak Butters' Brownlow Medal hopes appear over. AAP · Jun 17, 2024
AFL boss Kane admits umpire error late in Pies' win The AFL's head of football Laura Kane says a crucial umpiring error was made in the last minute of Collingwood's comeback win over North Melbourne. AAP · Jun 17, 2024
AFL's top defender awaits Swans' nine-goal hero Amartey Sydney coach John Longmire believes there's more upside to Joel Amartey, but says the emerging forward faces a huge challenge this week against GWS. AAP · Jun 17, 2024
Like a car crash: Petracca opens up on horror injuries Star Demons midfielder Christian Petracca says he struggles to watch football at the moment due to the traumatic nature of the injuries he suffered last week. AAP · Jun 17, 2024
Ex-AFL CEO McLachlan to head gambling giant Tabcorp Former AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan has been announced as the new head of gambling company Tabcorp. AAP · Jun 16, 2024
Toby Bedford the tagger looms as a key for GWS Giants forward Toby Bedford looks set to be the new go-to tagger for GWS after his first foray into the role was a stunning success. AAP · Jun 16, 2024
The prince of Punt Road: AFL fans rise as one for Dustin Martin’s 300th Few footballers have meant more to fans than he has to Richmond, and none could have drawn a crowd like the 92,311 who saluted his 300th game The Guardian - AU · Jun 16, 2024
Giants soar to fifth with scrappy win over Power GWS have shot up to fifth spot on the AFL ladder with a 22-point win over Port Adelaide in a contest blighted by poor goalkicking. AAP · Jun 16, 2024
AAP · Jun 16, 2024 Pies pull off stunning AFL comeback to deny Kangaroos Collingwood fought back from 54 points down as Bobby Hill kicked five goals, including the match-winner, in a stunning one-point triumph over North Melbourne.
AAP · Jun 15, 2024 Amartey kicks nine goals as soaring Swans crush Crows Sydney have soared three wins clear on top of the AFL ladder after beating Adelaide by 42 points on a night to remember for nine-goal hero Joel Amartey.
AAP · Jun 15, 2024 Martin's 300 celebrated as Hawks crash party with win Dustin Martin kicked the first goal in his 300th game, but Hawthorn were too good and thumped Richmond by 48 points in front of 92,311 fans at the MCG.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 15, 2024 Show of strength: NRL suburban ground funding a flex of new political might Government funding to upgrade Leichhardt Oval shows how far rugby league has come since Peter V’landys took charge of the code
AAP · Jun 14, 2024 Collingwood's Crisp closes on AFL games streak record Colllingwood coach Craig McRae says it's no coincidence that as Jack Crisp's form has improved, so have the fortunes of the injury-ravaged Magpies.
AAP · Jun 14, 2024 Ward keen to escape AFL's mid-year logjam as GWS falter GWS veteran Callan Ward says personnel isn't the issue as the Giants try to emerge from a mid-season lull in their home game against Port Adelaide.
AAP · Jun 14, 2024 Daniher kicks five as Lions survive Saints fightback Star Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale endured a tough night, but he had the last laugh as the Lions beat St Kilda by 20 points.
AAP · Jun 14, 2024 High-flying Swans wary of wounded Crows Ladder leaders Sydney are determined not to have their wings clipped by an under-fire Adelaide team that's out to prove a point.
AAP · Jun 14, 2024 Hinkley eyes Port's future but Dixon not done yet Charlie Dixon and Jeremy Finlayson have been dropped from the Port Adelaide side to face GWS, with Ken Hinkley turning to inexperienced forward Ollie Lord.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 13, 2024 Why is a construction union leader demanding the AFL sack its top umpire? CFMEU secretary John Setka has threatened to shut down AFL-linked worksites over Stephen McBurney’s former role at Australian Building and Construction Commission
AAP · Jun 13, 2024 Goalsneaks beware: Brady Hough has you in his sights West Coast's Brady Hough has become one of the best small defenders in the AFL, and he's enjoying the challenge of taking on the most dangerous goalsneaks.