Clarkson challenges Zurhaar to step up for North Alastair Clarkson believes Cam Zurhaar can become a "special player" but the North Melbourne coach says the forward is yet to put together a full AFL season. AAP · Mar 12, 2024
Lions' 'selfishness' contributed to Blues blip: Neale Selfishness and complacency contributed to Brisbane's shock AFL loss from 46 points ahead against Carlton, Lions co-captain Lachie Neale says. AAP · Mar 12, 2024
Dogs coach Beveridge lauds draftee Sanders Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has heaped praise on Ryley Sanders as the draftee prepares to make his AFL debut in round one against Melbourne. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
AFL footy boss indicates 'Opening Round' here to stay The AFL will review its inaugural 'Opening Round' but football boss Laura Kane loved the new concept, indicating it will remain part of the fixture next year. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
Magpies' Cox apologises for pushing Giants' ruck coach Mason Cox has apologised for shoving Greater Western Sydney ruck coach Shane Mumford before Collingwood's AFL opening-round match against the Giants. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
Suns get instant proof of Hardwick preachings: King Gold Coast forward Ben King says the Suns got an instant justification of new coach Damien Hardwick's tactics in their win against Richmond. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
Blues contact Johnston over racism class action claims Carlton chief executive Brian Cook says the AFL needs to be "concerned" about the class action alleging historic racism in the game. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
Port ace Butters cleared for AFL premiership-opener Port Adelaide assistant coach Josh Carr says dynamic on-baller Zak Butters has overcome an ankle injury and is a certain starter against West Coast. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
Cats hungry to contend after premiership defence flop Geelong's 2022 premiership defence ended with a whimper and a 12th-placed finish in 2023, but speedster Max Holmes says it has made the Cats hungrier than ever. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
Holmes unfazed by contract speculation, Judd comparison Geelong young gun Max Holmes appeared poised for a breakout AFL season and is happy to handle high expectations and speculation about his future. AAP · Mar 11, 2024
Latest Docherty AFL injury 'levelled' Blues: coach Voss Carlton coach Michael Voss says the Blues are gutted for much-loved player Sam Docherty, who will need his third knee reconstruction and is out for the season. AAP · Mar 10, 2024
Sam Docherty’s endless ‘kicks in the guts’ show us the power of overcoming adversity The Carlton defender has endured more setbacks than most AFL players but faces another stint on the sidelines after a third ACL tear The Guardian - AU · Mar 10, 2024
AFL to investigate Cox's 'bizarre' pre-match stunt GWS forward Brent Daniels has called out Collingwood's Mason Cox's pre-match stunt with Giants ruck coach Shane Mumford as "bizarre". AAP · Mar 10, 2024
Stop downplaying racism, integrity boss tells sports Sport Integrity Australia chief David Sharpe says national sports leaders must stop downplaying racism as fresh claims emerge involving the AFL. AAP · Mar 9, 2024
AAP · Mar 9, 2024 Independents, minor parties could hold election sway A mixed bag of independents and minor parties could hold powerful positions in Tasmania's parliament after the March 23 state poll.
AAP · Mar 9, 2024 Giant wake-up call for Collingwood in loss to GWS Callum Brown, Jesse Hogan and Brent Daniels all hit the scoreboard regularly to help GWS to a decisive 32-point win over AFL premiers Collingwood.
AAP · Mar 9, 2024 Yze calm in chaos as Tigers save face on the Gold Coast Adem Yze did his best to stay calm during a wildly fluctuating debut as an AFL head coach, his Tigers rallying from 67 points down to briefly threaten the Suns.
AAP · Mar 9, 2024 Hardwick's Suns prevail in wild ride against Tigers Gold Coast kicked 11 straight goals before Richmond claimed the next seven in a fluctuating AFL contest as Damien Hardwick began his Suns era a winner.
AAP · Mar 9, 2024 Williams silences internal doubts in Blues' comeback Defender Zac Williams put his personal doubts to rest with a strong performance in Carlton's stunning comeback win over Brisbane in their AFL season opener.
AAP · Mar 9, 2024 Tasmanian Labor 'naive' about stadium: former leader Tasmanian Labor, aiming to end a decade in opposition at the March 23 election, is naive to think it can renegotiate the state's AFL deal, a former leader says.
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Blues back from dead in one-point Gabba upset Carlton have come from 46 points behind to upset Brisbane by one point at the Gabba, while Lions star Keidean Coleman suffered a likely ACL tear.
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Clarkson fined, given suspended ban over outburst North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has been fined $20,000 and given a two-match suspended ban by the AFL for his outburst towards two St Kilda players.
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Star Cats defender De Koning approaching 'peak' Geelong premiership defender Sam De Koning is set to return to being one of the AFL's best stoppers after having an interrupted 2023 campaign.
AAP · Mar 8, 2024 Identity of man accused of killing missing mum revealed A suppression order on the identity of 22-year-old Patrick Orren Stephenson, who is accused of murdering Samantha Murphy, has been lifted.
AAP · Mar 7, 2024 Dimma and Des: Coast coaches tackle Glitter Strip curse Damien Hardwick will begin his tenure as Gold Coast Suns coach, before Des Hasler does the same at the Titans on a seismic Saturday for pro sport in the city.