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Penny Wong refuses to release documents related to Qatar Airways decision – as it happened

The foreign minister claims public interest immunity over Dfat advice. This blog is now closed

The Guardian - AU

Brisbane's AFL, NRL sides aim for historic double act

Brisbane Lions veteran Dayne Zorko has seen the popularity of his AFL team surge this season despite the city's NRL team also storming to a grand final.

AAP

Morning Mail: authors fear huge AI copyright ‘theft’, scorching weekend for east, Michael Gambon dies

Richard Flanagan says his soul has been ‘strip mined’ in alleged breach, and the world of showbiz mourns the ‘king-like’ Dumbledore actor

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Lions to roar or Magpies to soar? It's a remarkable revival story either way on grand final day

Saturday’s premiership tussle between Collingwood and Brisbane features the two top-ranked teams from 2023. Hopefully, unlike last year’s final, it will be a gripping match. The 2023 finals series has so far featured edge-of-the-seat contests, as reflected in media audiences: some 13.3 million eyeballs tuning in, at an average of…

The Conversation

Matthews plays down MCG factor for AFL grand final

Triple Brisbane premiership coach Leigh Matthews does not believe the Lions' poor recent record at the MCG will be a determining factor in the AFL grand final.

AAP

Temperatures to soar 8C above average as ‘heat bubble’ brings scorcher to Australia’s east coast this weekend

Sydney could reach 35C on Sunday for the NRL and NRLW grand finals and Melbourne 29C for Saturday’s big AFL clash

The Guardian - AU

Magpies name Lipinski as sub, no changes for Lions

Collingwood have made Patrick Lipinski their sub for Saturday's AFL grand final and have recalled Jack Ginnivan as Brisbane name an unchanged lineup.

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Journey not over: Zorko inspired by former Lions greats

Dayne Zorko has taken inspiration from the Lions' last premiership side 20 years ago as the veteran prepares to play his 250th game in the AFL grand final.

AAP

Woodside plan for seismic blasting at Scarborough offshore gas field blocked by court

Mardudhunera woman Raelene Cooper successfully argues traditional owners were not properly consulted on $16.5bn development

The Guardian - AU

Sunny days forecast to warm up footy finals weekend

Temperatures are expected to remain in the high 20s for the start of the NRL grand final, with warm and sunny conditions also forecast for the AFL decider.

AAP

'Fire in our belly': Suns plot to scorch Crows in AFLW

With three consecutive wins to their name, unfancied Gold Coast are plotting to take out unbeaten Adelaide as they chase a first AFLW finals appearance.

AAP

Matthews praises Fagan, calls Hawthorn claims 'crap'

Leigh Matthews has called the Hawthorn racism allegations levelled against Brisbane coach Chris Fagan as "crap" as the Lions prepare for the AFL grand final.

AAP

Magpies star backs Frampton to have grand final impact

Collingwood star Steele Sidebottom is confident Billy Frampton can play an important role in the AFL grand final after the versatile tall's unlikely call-up.

AAP

Vets Rich, Lester endure pleasure, pain of Lions' rise

Dayne Zorko will play in the AFL grand final with brother-in-law Ryan Lester but says it "sucks" fellow Brisbane stalwart Daniel Rich won't be on the field too.

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The Guardian - AU

From the Macedonian Marvel to Akermanis magic: five classic Magpies v Lions games

Jonathan Horn looks back at the best encounters between Collingwood and Brisbane/Fitzroy ahead of the 2023 AFL grand final

AAP

Magpies and Lions hunt glory in showpiece grand final

Collingwood and Brisbane have taken different paths, with different methods, to reach Saturday's AFL grand final..

The Guardian - AU

‘It’s going off’: Brisbane abuzz with energy and confidence ahead of AFL and NRL grand finals

Their teams may be underdogs but Broncos and Lions fans are united in positivity ahead of their quest for not one but two premierships this weekend

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'Special' captain Moore set for AFL's grand stage

First-year Collingwood captain Darcy Moore is entirely his own man and it suits the Magpies just fine as they prepare for the AFL grand final.

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Antony Catalano's new View opens door on 11m properties

View's map search function covers 95 per cent of the population

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Dad to present cup to son if Magpies win grand final

Peter Moore will present the premiership trophy to son Darcy if Collingwood win the grand final, while Leigh Matthews will do the honours for Brisbane.

AAP

Frampton will replace McStay for Pies in grand final

Collingwood coach Craig McRae has confirmed Billy Frampton will replace injured forward Dan McStay for the AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions.

AAP

Mills, Swans counting cost after Mad Monday wrestle

Sydney captain Callum Mills is sidelined at least until the start of next season after he was injured in a Mad Monday wrestle with a teammate.

AAP

Magpies' Maynard continuing impressive footy dynasty

Before the first bounce of Saturday's AFL grand final, as he does at the start of every game, Collingwood's Brayden Maynard will remember his grandfathers.

AAP

Game on for critics as Dockers score new oil giant deal

The Fremantle Dockers have extended a sponsorship deal with Woodside despite high-profile fans and scientists urging the AFL club to ditch the fossil fuel firm.

AAP

Matildas' momentum puts AFL back on the attack

After the Matildas' Women's World Cup run captivated Australia, incoming AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon is determined to attract top female athletes to AFLW.

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