In-form Adelaide ace fails to overturn three-game ban Adelaide forward Darcy Fogarty has lost his AFL tribunal challenge to a three-game suspension for striking. AAP · Jul 20
AFL legend dubs alleged home invaders 'cockatoos' AFL premiership coach Mick Malthouse has recounted the moment he caught three men allegedly trying to break into his home and was stabbed while letting them go. AAP · Jul 20
New Devils boss almost gave up on coaching dream Ken Hinkley almost gave up on his dream, but now has won the job as Tasmania's inaugural head coach when it enters the AFL in 2028. AAP · Jul 20
'Passion, history': inaugural Devils AFL coach secured Tasmania's freshly minted AFL coach Ken Hinkley believes the island can be an attractive spot for players and the club will be out to chase "the best ones". AAP · Jul 19
Collingwood bring Carlton back down to earth just as an AFL wildcard spot seemed in reach The sense of doom may be gone but the Blues needed this win against the Magpies more than any other under Fraser – and they weren’t up to it The Guardian - AU · Jul 19
Eagles star banned, Lions defender escapes with a fine Liam Baker is set to miss Friday night's western derby unless the West Coast hard nut can overturn his rough conduct charge at the AFL tribunal. AAP · Jul 19
Bulldogs pile more misery on Suns in nine-point win The Western Bulldogs have extended Gold Coast's AFL losing run to eight matches with a decisive win at a windy People First Stadium. AAP · Jul 19
PM grilled on AFL team, Garma snub in first Tiwi trip Anthony Albanese has defended his decision not to attend a major Indigenous festival during a historic maiden trip to the Tiwi Islands as prime minister. AAP · Jul 19
Hawks put hapless Tigers to the sword at MCG Hawthorn stars Will Day and Jack Ginnivan will both be available next round after a thumping win for the Hawks over Richmond at the MCG. AAP · Jul 19
Hinkley to be announced as Devils inaugural AFL coach Ken Hinkley has beaten John Longmire and Nathan Buckley in the race to become Tasmania's inaugural coach, with his appointment to be confirmed on Monday. AAP · Jul 19
Lethal Lions mow down Eagles for sixth straight win Brisbane have shrugged off a stiff challenge from West Coast, with Lachie Neale, Will Ashcroft and Kai Lohmann leading the Lions to victory in Perth. AAP · Jul 18
Coach Yze wants rebuilding Richmond to shape AFL finals Richmond coach Adem Yze has boldly declared the rebuilding Tigers can shake up the AFL finals race, starting with their MCG clash with top-four-bound Hawthorn. AAP · Jul 18
Flag fancies Fremantle overpower plucky Port Adelaide Fremantle, after an early fright, have downed Port Adelaide by 28 points to move three wins clear at the top of the AFL ladder. AAP · Jul 18
Crows star banned three games for high tackle on Swan Adelaide attacker Darcy Fogarty has been banned for three games for a strike that concussed Sydney veteran Harry Cunningham. AAP · Jul 17
AAP · Jul 17 Cox shrugs off Heeney injury scare after Crows defeat Sydney star Isaac Heeney looked worse for wear as the Swans fell to Adelaide, but coach Dean Cox has downplayed concerns around one of his prized assets.
AAP · Jul 17 'Adelaide's rocking': Crows stun Swans in statement win Adelaide are closing in on a top-four finish after defeating second-placed Sydney at the SCG - a result, coach Matthew Nicks says, the Crows "needed".
AAP · Jul 17 'Haven't overachieved': Dees veteran on remarkable rise After a stunning rise this year, forward Jake Melksham has been pleasantly surprised by Melbourne's success, but doesn't believe the Demons have overachieved.
AAP · Jul 17 It's not about the numbers: Eagles back in Elliot Yeo West Coast veteran Elliot Yeo's leadership has been critical for the rebuilding side this year, with the Eagles not concerned about his drop in possessions.
AAP · Jul 17 Elderly man denies murdering AFL champ's lost brother A man in his 70s accused of killing the brother of an AFL legend more than a decade ago will face trial after declaring his innocence.
AAP · Jul 17 'Circuit-breaker': Bulldogs drop out-of-form young gun Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has confirmed a highly touted young gun has been dropped as a "circuit-breaker" for the club's trip to the Gold Coast.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 16 Morning Mail: ‘Mind blowing’ El Niño forecasts, smoking hits record low, and where did the AFL’s Steves go? BoM experts say 2027 could the hottest year ever as weather pattern sets in
AAP · Jul 16 Geelong star to undergo surgery in another blow Max Holmes has joined fellow Geelong star Jeremy Cameron on the sidelines after twisting his leg awkwardly in the Cats' win over St Kilda.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 16 What’s in a name? Steves once dominated the AFL but have now been reduced to one The most common player names of the 1980s and 90s have made way for the rise of Jack, Tom, Sam and Lachlan
AAP · Jul 16 Injury fears for Cats star after strong win over Saints Geelong have strengthened their grip on an AFL finals spot with a convincing win over St Kilda, despite losing speedster Max Holmes to an ankle injury.
AAP · Jul 16 Essendon slapped with $20,000 fine for umpire contact The AFL has handed down a fine to Essendon after the club's fifth incident this season of a player making careless contact with an umpire.