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Why Lions can defy AFL champion hoodoo and roar again

Dayne Zorko reckons Brisbane's desire to replicate their 2024 success for those who missed out will help them buck a trend that's plagued recent AFL premiers.

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North Melbourne crush Brisbane by 30 points in grand final to win first AFLW premiership

Kangaroos crowned 2024 premiers after beating Lions 6.3 (39) to 1.3 (9) with Jasmine Garner awarded best on ground medal

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Roos cruise past Lions into AFLW history books

North Melbourne have won their first AFLW premiership, completing an unbeaten season with a 30-point win over Brisbane in the grand final.

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In her charming ‘nanna’s book about footy’, Helen Garner writes with candour, vigilance and insight

There are a number of good reasons you might want to read this little “nanna’s book about footy” from Helen Garner over the summer.

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Without more investment and better leadership, the AFLW risks slipping back into the shadows

The AFL Women’s (AFLW) league was launched in 2017 as the Australian Football League (AFL) responded to growing demand for a professional platform for women in Australian rules football.

The Conversation

Re-signing Warner is Swans' top priority: new coach Cox

AFL premiership winner Dean Cox will replace long-time Sydney Swans coach John Longmire on a four-year deal from 2025.

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Knee injury forces Brad Crouch into AFL retirement

Veteran St Kilda midfielder Brad Crouch has choked back tears while informing his teammates of his decision to retire immediately due to injury.

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Ex-Dog Bailey Smith set to immediately lift Cats

Geelong's reigning AFL best and fairest winner Max Holmes can't wait to start playing alongside boom recruit Bailey Smith.

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What has happened to gambling reform under Labor? It’s simple – the government has been cowed by vested interests

A year ago, at Peta Murphy’s funeral, I felt sure her legacy would be honoured. Now it seems any gambling ad reform has been squibbed

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Luke Parker wants to bring belief to Kangaroos

North Melbourne recruit Luke Parker wants to bring belief and leadership to the Kangaroos after leaving Sydney for the AFL cellar-dwellers.

AAP

Brisbane won't suffer premiership hangover: Ashcroft

The AFL's reigning premiers Brisbane have returned to official training with Norm Smith medallist Will Ashcroft saying the Lions are hungry for more success.

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Hawthorn want to repair relationships after racism saga

President Andy Gowers says Hawthorn wants to find the right way to repair relationships with Indigenous former players affected by the club's racism saga.

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Gunston rejoins Hawks, Suns swing AFL rookie surprise

Gold Coast pounced on delisted Fremantle ruckman Max Knobel, while another 14 players rejoined their AFL clubs through the pre-season or rookie drafts.

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PNG trailblazer wants Pacific Cup to launch AFL careers

Hewago Paul Oea made history in the AFL, now Papua New Guinea's trailblazer wants to help more youngsters make the leap from Pacific Cup to the elite level.

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Kangaroos defend bold AFL draft call to grab Whitlock

North Melbourne have defended the most heavily scrutinised move of the AFL draft, after trading away a future first-round pick to secure key tall Matt Whitlock.

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Harassment charge dropped against ex-AFL player

Ex-North Melbourne footballer Tarryn Thomas has walked free from court on a good behaviour bond after a harassment charge against him was withdrawn.

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Draft-happy Demons confident of contending

Melbourne hope top draftees Harvey Langford and Xavier Lindsay can complement star duo Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver as they seek an AFL finals return.

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Tigers complete AFL draft haul with another tall

Richmond rejected rival clubs' trade offers for their opening second-round pick to complete a massive national draft haul with key forward Thomas Sims.

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Levi Ashcroft chasing his own AFL flags with Lions

Father-son gun Levi Ashcroft is determined to show he was the best talent in the AFL draft and help Brisbane win more premierships in the process.

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AFL top pick Lalor keen on Dusty's famous jumper

Already likened to Richmond legend Dustin Martin, AFL No.1 draft pick Sam Lalor is keen on taking over the famous No.4 jumper after joining the Tigers.

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Hawks, Indigenous players settle Federal Court case

The long-running Hawthorn racism saga is over after the AFL club reached a settlement with a group of Indigenous former players and their families.

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LIV Golf 'like having Daicos on your team': Herbert

In-form Victorian Lucas Herbert has compared his move to Cameron Smith's LIV Golf team to being traded into an all-star AFL midfield.

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Lime Cordiale Is Set To Stun The 2024 AFLW Grand Final & We Are So On!

Just when you thought the AFLW couldn't get any better, Lime Cordiale is set to headline at the 2024 Grand Final!

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Twists and turns expected in even AFL draft first round

The 2024 AFL draft is considered remarkably even at the top end, which means there are still plenty of potential trades and surprises.

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Tasmania's AFL club picks high performance centre site

The site for the Tasmanian AFL club's high performance centre has shifted because of cost and building timeline risks with the preferred option.

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