The Latest Breaking News from AFL

Cubs searching for power sources

Though big-name free agents are an option, Jed Hoyer might tap into the team’s minor-league system.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 5, 2022

AFL confirms participants in racism probe

The AFL has confirmed some complainants to have made explosive historical allegations about racism at Hawthorn will take part in the independent investigation.

AAP · Nov 5, 2022

Burke calls on spirit of '16 from Bulldogs

Western Bulldogs coach Nathan Burke has hit back at any suggestion that this year's AFLW finals series is just about experience for his young team.

AAP · Nov 5, 2022

Afternoon Update: Tony Armstrong calls out racist abuse; lions escape Sydney enclosure; Netanyahu ahead in Israel poll

AFL’s racism review comes under fire. And Jair Bolsonaro breaks silence after Brazil election

The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2022

Why some are saying no to sports betting and its ad dollars

A growing resistance to sponsorship dollars from bookmakers is highlighting a growing tension within Australian sport about the normalisation of wagering.

ABC News · Nov 2, 2022

Alastair Clarkson addresses Hawks cultural safety review on first day as North Melbourne AFL coach

Former Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson says he is looking forward to the chance to contribute to the Hawks cultural safety review and defend himself — but in the meantime he is getting on with his new role as North Melbourne coach.

ABC News · Nov 2, 2022

Clarkson awaits date to address AFL panel

The immediate priority for new North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson will be mounting a defence against racism charges.

AAP · Nov 2, 2022

Partner of former Hawthorn player won’t take part in ‘culturally unsafe’ AFL racism review

The woman, who says the football club pressured her to terminate a pregnancy, says AFL’s review perpetuates abuse it is supposed to address

The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2022

Woman says AFL racism inquiry 'unsafe'

A woman involved in the Hawthorn racism allegations says she won't take part in the investigation, slamming the AFL's process in a statement through lawyers.

AAP · Nov 1, 2022

Woman at centre of Hawthorn racism review will not participate in AFL investigation, 'refusing to consent to silencing tactics'

The lawyer for a woman at the centre of the Hawthorn cultural safety review says his client will not participate in the AFL's investigation, saying she is "refusing to consent to the silencing tactics of the AFL".

ABC News · Nov 1, 2022