Why AFLW is worth every cent of a $50m-per-year loss The AFLW is losing money at a rapid rate, but West Coast coach Daisy Pearce says the benefits far outweigh the costs. AAP · Jul 31, 2025
Rampant Bulldogs slay Giants in AFL finals warning The Western Bulldogs will enter the weekend in eighth spot after Aaron Naughton and Sam Darcy fired in an 88-point hammering of GWS at Marvel Stadium. AAP · Jul 31, 2025
Jezza to kick 100 goals? I'd like to see that: Hinkley Fresh from his 11-goal outing, star Geelong forward Jeremy Cameron has the chance to move even closer to the magical 100-goal mark when he faces Port Adelaide. AAP · Jul 31, 2025
'Had our measure': High-flying Crows wary of Hawks Adelaide can lock up their first AFL finals appearance since 2017, but they will first have to get over a Hawthorn team who have crushed them in recent times. AAP · Jul 31, 2025
Wooden-spoon Eagles to link up with a smart Daisy chain West Coast's request for a priority pick is controversial, but coach Andrew McQualter believes the club deserves a helping hand. AAP · Jul 31, 2025
Clarkson still up for 'significant' Kangaroos challenge North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson remains adamant the struggling Kangaroos can still turn their fortunes around like his former club Hawthorn. AAP · Jul 31, 2025
Approach to AFLW’s 10th season suggests some remain unconvinced of its value Qualified support for the women’s code from Seven comes as AFL House seeks to accelerate growth and address negative perceptions The Guardian - AU · Jul 31, 2025
Under-fire Goodwin feels 'supported' by Demons board Embattled Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has addressed his future and the fallout of the Demons' last-quarter capitulation to St Kilda. AAP · Jul 31, 2025
Finals axing the making of Western Bulldogs forward Dropped for an elimination final last year, Western Bulldogs forward Rhylee West vowed to make changes. It's working. AAP · Jul 30, 2025
From the Pocket: five areas where Greg Swann can make his mark on the AFL Swann is phlegmatic, he’s a pragmatist and (so far) he’s refreshingly free of weasel corporate-speak The Guardian - AU · Jul 30, 2025
Struggling Eagles confirm plea for AFL draft help West Coast will formally request draft assistance from the AFL as they finish in the bottom three on the ladder for a fourth consecutive season. AAP · Jul 30, 2025
Ex-AFL umpire jailed for filly sale 'false narrative' A disgraced former AFL umpire jailed for flouting court orders tried to falsely claim a horse he sold belonged to his partner. AAP · Jul 30, 2025
AFL legend Nicky Winmar accused of choking, assaults Former AFL star Nicky Winmar has been charged with intentionally choke, strangle or suffocate, court documents reveal after he faced a brief hearing. AAP · Jul 29, 2025
AFL boss backs continued investment in AFLW Ahead of its 10th season, amid stagnating crowds and ratings, the AFLW remains an investment "absolutely worth making", says AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon. AAP · Jul 29, 2025
AAP · Jul 29, 2025 Rogue AFL fixture looms as finals-deciding clash The AFL will soon confirm the scheduling of the postponed Gold Coast-Essendon opening-round fixture, which could have huge finals implications.
AAP · Jul 28, 2025 Marshall quizzed on future amid Saints' De Koning chase St Kilda's ongoing pursuit of Carlton's restricted free agent Tom De Koning has sparked speculation about Rowan Marshall's playing future.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 28, 2025 ‘Get out of my way’: how St Kilda’s Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera entered AFL folklore The exquisitely-skilled Saints player’s breathtaking late feats against the Demons only confirmed he owns the game’s most sought-after signature
AAP · Jul 28, 2025 Demons star learns fate over appeals board hearing The AFL appeals board has rejected Melbourne's attempt to overturn Steven May's three-match rough conduct ban, with the key defender to miss two more games.
AAP · Jul 27, 2025 'Domestique' embraces grunt work in Suns' tour de force Cycling fan Alex Davies has likened himself to a domestique at the Tour de France but the midfielder insists he can be a yellow jersey contender, too.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2025 Morning Mail: call for action on childcare abuse, Labor division on Palestine statehood, Oscar Piastri wins in Belgium Proposals not enough to tackle childcare abuse, experts claim; Labor members to call for recognition of Palestinian state; Australian F1 driver takes win in Belgium
The Conversation · Jul 27, 2025 As post-election talks drag on, what will Hobart’s proposed stadium actually cost Tasmanians? In the wake of last week’s Tasmanian election that delivered another hung parliament, the new government will need to shore up crossbench support. One of the issues to be negotiated will be support for the new stadium due to be constructed next to Hobart’s historic docks. It won’t be an…
The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2025 Gold Coast standard: Suns finally look like they belong with the AFL’s big boys The irrepressible Matt Rowell and Noah Anderson inspired victory against Brisbane and with a bit of mongrel about them now, this team doesn’t roll over any more
AAP · Jul 27, 2025 AFL investigating threat against Demons coach Goodwin An online threat has been made against Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin after the Demons gave up a 46-point lead at three-quarter time against St Kilda.
AAP · Jul 27, 2025 Saints storm home in crazy finish against Demons St Kilda star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has inspired the Saints to the biggest three-quarter-time comeback in VFL/AFL history, stunning Melbourne.
AAP · Jul 27, 2025 Brownlow chances in good nick as Pies snap losing run Nick Daicos almost certainly banked another three Brownlow Medal votes with a starring role as ladder leaders Collingwood fought past a gallant Richmond.