The Latest Breaking News from AFL

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan frustrated by lack of repercussions for online racist abuse directed at Charlie Cameron

The Lions coach spoke about racist remarks made online at star Indigenous forward Charlie Cameron last weekend, but fears the perpetrator will be impossible to find.

ABC News · Apr 13, 2023

Geelong's Rohan accepts one-game sling tackle ban

Geelong's Gary Rohan won't head to the AFL tribunal and will instead cop a one-game ban for a sling tackle, missing Sunday's clash with West Coast.

AAP · Apr 13, 2023

Kangaroos hope Thomas can imitate De Goey turnaround

Tarryn Thomas is again in the spotlight but Alastair Clarkson thinks the North Melbourne midfielder can still emulate Jordan De Goey's career resurrection.

AAP · Apr 13, 2023

AFL boss vows relentless pursuit of racial abusers

The AFL is vowing to relentlessly pursue racial abusers as players and coaches ponder the best way to stamp out race-based vilification.

AAP · Apr 12, 2023

Voss says McKay tribunal win 'worth throw at stumps'

Carlton coach Michael Voss says every player in the AFL, not just Harry McKay, needs to be more careful with head-high contact.

AAP · Apr 12, 2023

Former footballer Troy Bond calls on AFL to address racism after four players allegedly faced social media abuse

On the eve of an historic weekend for the AFL, a former player has vented his frustrations with a game that has long been marred by racial vilification against its Indigenous players.

ABC News · Apr 12, 2023

Gather Round a winner before ball bounces: AFL boss

Before a ball is bounced, South Australia's premier and the chief of the AFL are already hailing the inaugural Gather Round as a success.

AAP · Apr 12, 2023

Longmire calls for calm amid McCartin speculation

Sydney are no closer to formulating a return-to-play timeline for defender Paddy McCartin, who suffered the 10th concussion of his AFL career on Saturday.

AAP · Apr 12, 2023

Afternoon Update: WA braces for powerful cyclone; AFL opens racism investigations; and China’s first H3N8 bird flu death

A cyclone powerful enough to ‘pick up a caravan’ is due to hit Western Australia on Thursday

The Guardian - AU · Apr 12, 2023

AFL to keep lobbying for federal funds for Tasmania bid

The AFL will continue to lobby the federal government for funds to help build a stadium in Tasmania that will pave the way for a top-flight team in the state.

AAP · Apr 12, 2023