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Bomber Dyson Heppell struck down by foot injury

Former Essendon skipper Dyson Heppell has suffered a low-grade foot sprain and is in doubt for the round-one AFL clash with Hawthorn.

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Tiger Jason Castagna announces shock retirement at 26

Richmond forward Jason Castagna has informed his teammates of his immediate decision to retire, just 17 days out from their season opener against Carlton.

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Collingwood superfan dodges jail over child sex abuse

Collingwood AFL superfan Jeffrey 'Joffa' Corfe has will not go to jail after abusing a child in 2005, but he will be a registered sex offender for 15 years.

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Dangerfield looks to the future as Geelong captain

New Geelong leadership duo Patrick Dangerfield and Tom Stewart are both genuine locals at the AFL's only regional club.

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AFL concussion class action planned, with Melbourne law firm set to launch case for compensation in Victorian Supreme Court

Australia's AFL is set to follow in the footsteps of the NFL, facing a major class action over concussion, with a Melbourne law firm saying it has spoken to "numerous" former men's and women's players suffering from the effects of brain injuries.

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Self-styled Suns defender reveals post-footy dream job

Gold Coast defender Sam Collins is proud of his unique AFL journey and confident the side can cut it with the best as they seek a maiden finals appearance.

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Patrick Dangerfield named Geelong AFL skipper for 2023

Geelong have appointed Patrick Dangerfield to take over the captaincy from retired club stalwart Joel Selwood for the 2023 AFL season.

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Kangaroos clear Tarryn Thomas for return to training

North Melbourne utility Tarryn Thomas will return to training, four weeks after he took time away from the AFL club.

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Boak gets Port Adelaide all-clear after injury scare

Travis Boak is expected to be fit for the start of Port Adelaide's AFL campaign after scans showed no serious injury following a heavy practice-match collision.

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St Kilda's Billings sidelined for eight weeks

Midfielder Jack Billings faces two months on the sidelines for St Kilda after fracturing his right leg during the AFL practice match against Melbourne.

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Hawthorn Football Club museum curator Peter Haby honoured for lifelong service to Hawks

Museum curator Peter Haby has been a part of Hawthorn's history for 45 years. Now, his service to the brown and gold has been recognised by the AFL.

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Crown Casino offers sponsorship to Victorian AFL clubs that have vowed to refuse gambling cash

Disgraced casino operator Crown Resorts is offering sponsorship deals to multiple AFL clubs that could see them abandon a pledge not to accept money from gambling companies.

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Lever hurt as Demons unveil Gawn-Grundy combination

Melbourne defender Jake Lever was left icing a sore ankle, but otherwise the Demons had a strong hit-out as they unveiled ruck pair Max Gawn and Brodie Grundy.

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Brisbane beat Sydney as recruits Dunkley, Gunston star

Recruits Josh Dunkley and Jack Gunston have caught the eye in Brisbane's win over Sydney in an AFL practice match.

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Cripps rolls ankle as Blues, Tigers win opening hitouts

Carlton are confident that Brownlow Medallist Patrick Cripps did not suffer any serious damage after he limped off late in their hitout against Collingwood.

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Tasmania Tigers ready to take on South Australia while beating path for AFL team reliant on interstate players

The Tasmanian Tigers are preparing to take on South Australia in the women's cricket final. And, with most of the players joining from interstate, the squad is beating a path for a future AFL team that would likewise need to recruit from around the country.

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Ange Postecoglou shares Celtic secrets as Australian coach jets in for Lennoxtown peek behind the curtain

The Parkhead gaffer has handed out a look at his work to a coach eager for knowledge.

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Paul Kelly: ‘I never heard back from Shane Warne – maybe he didn’t like the reference to his mother’

The prolific songwriter and huge sports fan has a new compilation packed with songs about famous figures – including Warne, Adam Goodes and Eddie Betts

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Albanese weighs federal support for Tasmanian stadium as AFL pledges $360m for new team

Gillon McLachlan says other clubs ‘very close’ to supporting new team but emphasises it is contingent on stadium

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Cats wallop young Hawks to start AFL pre-season hitouts

Premiers Geelong have started the pre-season where they left off last year, mauling a young Hawthorn side by 85 points on Thursday at GMHBA Stadium.

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Gunston licking lips at Lions' forward line potential

Jack Gunston says he's walked into an AFL team ready to win a premiership and has high hopes for a forward line he thinks matches any in the league.

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McLachlan outlines AFL funds for Tasmanian team

AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan has pledged $360 million towards a Tasmanian team, noting approval for a 19th licence is contingent on securing funding for a stadium.

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Senate concussion inquiry told NRL, AFL 'more concerned with legal liability than player health'

Concussion guidelines in both professional and amateur sport are among the topics being examined by a Senate inquiry.

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Bold Dockers primed for sustained success: Garlick

Fremantle's plan to win at least one AFL flag by 2025 is on track, with CEO Simon Garlick believing the right pieces are in place for sustained success.

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Bombers star Stringer hamstrung for AFL pre-season

Essendon star Jake Stringer looks unlikely to play in their pre-season hit-outs after he suffered hamstring tightness and was put on a modified program.

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