'Megastar' Coleman relying on instinct in AFL decider Keidean Coleman says a mid-year decision to back himself led to the preliminary final display that helped catapult Brisbane into an AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 25, 2023
Afternoon Update: Michael Pezzullo stands aside after leaked texts; Collingwood anger over grand final tickets; and Qantas flags higher air fares Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Afternoon Update here, and start your day with our Morning Mail newsletter. The Guardian - AU · Sep 25, 2023
Ireland, de Boer endorsed for AFL Commission roles Respected administrator Andrew Ireland and ex-player Matt de Boer have been appointed to the AFL Commission. AAP · Sep 25, 2023
Australian rugby has reached its lowest point. How did it get here? The Wallabies have suffered a record-breaking defeat to Wales at the Rugby World Cup. This represents Australia’s worst result in a World Cup match and its biggest-ever losing margin to Wales. And it will almost certainly end Australia’s 2023 World Cup campaign at the group stage for the first time. The Conversation · Sep 25, 2023
Kangaroos to receive extra draft picks in AFL lifeline Failing to finish higher than 17th since 2020, North Melbourne have received an assistance package from the AFL to help bring them in line with the competition. AAP · Sep 25, 2023
Pies want more AFL grand final tickets for 'big clubs' Collingwood boss Craig Kelly wants more AFL grand final tickets made available to competing clubs, especially those with larger membership bases. AAP · Sep 25, 2023
Maynard talks about stresses around tribunal hearing Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard says he had to calm down his mind as he awaited his finals fate at this month's high-profile AFL tribunal hearing. AAP · Sep 25, 2023
Morning Mail: Wallabies mauled in Rugby World Cup, youth crime abuse link revealed, asteroid sample returns Australia has suffered a heavy defeat to Wales to end its Rugby World Cup campaign in the first round The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2023
Lions' MCG record no AFL grand final hurdle: McCluggage Brisbane Lions playmaker Hugh McCluggage says a visit to the MCG for a grand final holds no fears for his team, despite their poor record at the ground. AAP · Sep 24, 2023
Daicos plots way around Dunkley AFL grand final tag Brisbane's Josh Dunkley has claimed some high-profile scalps this season and may have Collingwood star Nick Daicos in his sights during the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 24, 2023
Despite tarnished past Jordan De Goey looms large for AFL grand final As the Magpie hurtled across the MCG to celebrate on Friday it was a reminder there is plenty left in his tank – and a sign of things to come The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2023
Suns snare first silverware with VFL grand final win Gold Coast have beaten Werribee in the VFL grand final to claim the expansion club's first title. AAP · Sep 24, 2023
Essendon take down Fremantle for third AFLW win Essendon have posted a third win from four AFLW starts this season, defeating Fremantle by 20 points at Windy Hill. AAP · Sep 24, 2023
Spring auction rates heating up, just like the weather There have been more homes sold at auction around the country this weekend as the traditional heating up of the spring housing market gets under way nationwide. AAP · Sep 24, 2023
AAP · Sep 24, 2023 Heart-and-soul Adams still key to Pies' flag hopes Collingwood face some AFL grand final selection headaches with Dan McStay ruled out and Taylor Adams fighting to overcome a hamstring injury.
AAP · Sep 24, 2023 Rayner's moment arrives as Lions scale new heights Cam Rayner's impactful second quarter has helped Brisbane book an AFL grand final berth he says is reward for a club that's undertaken a 10-year transformation.
AAP · Sep 23, 2023 'Mad man' Chris Fagan calms for grand final return Experienced Lions coach Chris Fagan wants his side to embrace the abnormality of an AFL grand final week after they sealed their passage with a comeback win.
AAP · Sep 23, 2023 Collingwood rule injured McStay out of AFL grand final Collingwood forward Daniel McStay has been ruled out of the AFL decider in a "worst nightmare" scenario after injuring his knee in the preliminary final.
AAP · Sep 23, 2023 Lions survive Blues blitz to book AFL grand final berth The Brisbane Lions have overcome an early Carlton onslaught to win their way into the AFL grand final with a 16-point victory at the Gabba.
AAP · Sep 23, 2023 Voss not content after Blues' AFL run falls short Carlton coach Michael Voss hopes the side's dramatic path to a preliminary final instils a hunger in the AFL club,
AAP · Sep 23, 2023 Dunkley gets hands dirty as Lions roar in prelim final Josh Dunkley has claimed a big scalp, limiting Carlton star Patrick Cripps' output for the second time this season to help Brisbane into the AFL grand final.
AAP · Sep 23, 2023 Giants coach Kingsley bemused by HIA call on Daniels GWS will clarify with the AFL why Brent Daniels was forced to undergo a concussion test late in the final quarter of the Giants' preliminary-final defeat.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2023 AFL 2023 preliminary final: Brisbane Lions beat Carlton Blues – as it happened Goal-by-goal: The Lions overcame a slow start at the Gabba to win 11.13 (79) to 9.9 (63) and book a date with Collingwood in next weekend’s grand final
AAP · Sep 22, 2023 Magpies edge GWS to soar into AFL grand final Collingwood have advanced to next week's AFL season decider after posting a dramatic one-point win over GWS in Friday night's preliminary final.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 22, 2023 Collingwood beat GWS in AFL preliminary final – as it happened The Collingwood Magpies have secured their spot in the AFL grand final after holding on to a one-point lead against the GWS Giants