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Hobart AFL stadium business case released, seeking $240 million from federal government

The Tasmanian government reveals its business case it hopes will convince the federal government to shell out $240 million to help pay for a brand new stadium in Hobart, which will in part be modelled on a yet-to-be-finished project in New Zealand.

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Australian sporting codes reject need for more regulation of online gambling

Peak sports group tells parliamentary inquiry existing advertising restrictions are sufficient, despite rise in problem gambling

The Guardian - AU

Rockliff's dream for Hobart AFL stadium up against strong opposition, including from his own party

With critics seemingly everywhere, Tasmania's Premier Jeremy Rockliff is battling to deliver on what has almost accidentally become his pet project — securing the island state's entry into the AFL by building a new and very expensive stadium.

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World Cups are fine, but rugby league's the greatest game of all

Like other fans, I don't care that my chosen sport is only played on the east coast in Australia, and by only a handful of nations overseas.

Newcastle Herald

Richmond star Bolton re-signs until 2028

Richmond star Shai Bolton has signed a five-year contract extension until the end of the 2028 AFL season in a big boost to the Tigers' premiership aspirations.

AAP

Sydney Swans AFLW draft pick Alice Mitchell on the importance of regional football and equality

A move to Gunnedah to be with her partner and a spot on the Poochettes team leads to the chance to play with the Sydney Swans.

ABC News

Why is every breakthrough moment for Australian football followed by a crushing own goal?

Rusted-on fans are sick of having to defend their sport. They’re sick of the code wars. But most of all, they’re sick of the noisy, tiny minority who ruin it for everyone

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Federal sports minister questions funding demand for AFL stadium in Hobart

As Tasmania prepares to make a business case for an AFL licence, the stadium required to make it a reality continues to be political football, with the Commonwealth now indicating it is not happy with the amount being sought.

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Federal govt baulks at AFL stadium deal

Federal sports minister Anika Wells supports Tasmania's bid for AFL entry but has questioned the league's requirement for a new stadium to be built in Hobart.

AAP

AFLW pathways set to strengthen women's football competition as young players shine

Women and girls' football coaches say it is an exciting time for the sport as young players get more time on the ground thanks to strengthened AFLW pathways.

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Where will the money come from? After World Cup euphoria, Australian football confronts harsh reality

With less money to be earned through TV deals than rival codes, grassroots football is increasingly funded through sky-high registration fees that lock out disadvantaged families

The Guardian - AU

AFL rivals didn't tempt Dogs' Beveridge

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge was linked to rival AFL clubs this year but rejected their interest to sign a two-year extension at Whitten Oval.

AAP

Coach Beveridge re-signs with Bulldogs

The Western Bulldogs are sticking with 2016 premiership coach Luke Beveridge, signing the 52-year-old to a deal that will keep him at the club until 2025.

AAP

Fired up Cripps set for big AFL season

The post-Brownlow blues that affected Port Adelaide star Ollie Wines this time last year have not yet troubled Carlton's medal winner Patrick Cripps.

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Heppell not tied to Bombers AFL captaincy

Dyson Heppell is happy to hand over the Essendon captaincy as soon as next season if the AFL club decides on a new-look leadership group.

AAP

AFL won't change Brownlow voting process

The AFL will not alter its Brownlow Medal voting procedure, despite calls for it to be taken out of the hands of umpires after this year's betting scandal.

ABC News

SA Football capitalises on World Cup momentum to encourage regional kids to take up soccer

Country kids will now be on SA Football's radar with a new role for the Limestone Coast, Eyre Peninsula and Riverland aimed at encouraging more children to try the world game.

AAP

Scott won't entertain Bombers finals talk

Essendon coach Brad Scott won't be distracted by early AFL finals expectations as he looks to bed down a new game plan with his developing playing group.

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Ex-captain Vandenberg quits Hawthorn board

The appointment of Andy Gowers as Hawthorn's new president has led to Richie Vandenberg quitting his role as the AFL club's football director.

The Guardian - AU

Jeff Kennett departs Hawthorn with fractured AFL club in need of healing

Kennett’s achievements as president were not insignificant but the task facing his successor Andy Gowers is enormous

Reason

About the Restaurant Revitalization Fund's Minority Preferences…

In a very unsympathetic portrait of America First Legal, founded by former Trump administration official Stephen Miller, the Washington Post notes the following: Three weeks after AFL challenged the aid to minority farmers, it turned to an even larger federal program: the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, which gave women, minorities and…

AAP

Gowers wins Hawthorn AFL presidency

Andy Gowers' push for change at Hawthorn has delivered him the AFL club's presidency ahead of Jeff Kennett's anointed successor Peter Nankivell.

ABC News

Socceroos and Matildas stars, fan groups criticise A-Leagues grand final hosting debacle

Players, fans, and media have overwhelmingly criticised the decision to centralise the A-Leagues' grand finals, which separated it from rival codes like the AFL and NRL.

AAP

Gold Coast's Matt Rowell inks new AFL deal

Former No.1 draft pick Matt Rowell has committed to Gold Coast until the end of the 2025 AFL season by signing a two-year contract extension with the club.

ABC News

Scott Pendlebury steps down as Collingwood's longest-serving AFL captain ahead of 2023 season

After a club record 206 matches in charge, Scott Pendlebury hands over captaincy duties at the Magpies ahead of the 2023 AFL season.

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