The Latest Breaking News from AFL

Divisive stadium hits Tasmanian Liberals in the polls

Tasmania's Liberal government and premier have copped a hit in the polls with plans for a new $715 million stadium described as an issue of concern.

The New Daily · May 24, 2023

Basketballer Alex Starling signs with Adelaide 36ers after becoming an Australian citizen

A decade after Alex Starling moved to Australia to pursue an AFL career, the American has fulfilled a very different sporting dream — joining the NBL with the Adelaide 36ers on the same day as he became an Australian citizen.

ABC News · May 23, 2023

Tasmanian mother of three shifted from hotel to hotel as public housing wait gets longer

Becoming homeless has meant "Joanne" and her kids have lived in six hotels, two shelters and one caravan park in three years. Her family is part of an increasing number of people struggling to find shelter in Tasmania.

ABC News · May 23, 2023

'I want to find the next Damien Hardwick': Gale

Following Damien Hardwick's resignation, Richmond chief executive Brendon Gale says he wants to oversee who takes over as coach beyond this season.

AAP · May 23, 2023

Tasmanian government ‘sold out’ state over AFL deal

Tasmania's Liberal government was plunged into minority earlier this month when two MPs quit citing concerns about a proposed $715 million stadium.

The New Daily · May 23, 2023

Damien Hardwick’s AFL legacy will endure – he changed how the game is played

The outgoing Richmond coach took the Tigers from a laughing stock to a colossus but his impact has reverberated much further afield

The Guardian - AU · May 23, 2023

Swans over mental hurdle in fight for AFL finals berth

Tough midfielder Chad Warner believes Sydney's fortunate win over North Melbourne can help kick-start the injury-hit side's AFL season.

AAP · May 23, 2023

Hardwick quits as Richmond coach, effective immediately

Triple Richmond premiership coach Damien Hardwick has stood aside effective immediately, saying the time is right for the players to 'listen to a new voice'.

The New Daily · May 22, 2023

Will making Hobart's AFL stadium a 'project of state significance' give it a leg up?

An AFL team and millions of dollars ride on the Hobart stadium plan, but will the parliamentary process stop it in it's tracks?

ABC News · May 22, 2023

Tigers great Hardwick to address shock call to quit

Damien Hardwick will address a press conference to outline the reasons for the decision that has shocked the AFL.

AAP · May 22, 2023