The Latest Breaking News from AFLW

Hodder commits as Lions retain AFLW championship core

Courtney Hodder headlines a trio of fresh signings for AFLW premiers Brisbane, who will defend their title with an unfamiliar stability in their roster.

AAP · Dec 15, 2023

Paris peak the target for world-beating Aussie sevens

Two wins to begin the world rugby sevens series has led Australia's women to go "back to the drawing board" in an effort to peak for the Paris Olympics.

AAP · Dec 15, 2023

Lamb leaves Bulldogs in mammoth 11-club AFLW trade

AFLW clubs have pulled off an 11-way swap on the last trading day, with Port Adelaide securing the signature of All-Australian midfielder Kirsty Lamb.

AAP · Dec 14, 2023

Birch AFLW move looms as teammates traded to Hawks

AFLW rivals have started to raid Melbourne with Eliza West and Casey Sherriff traded to Hawthorn and Libby Birch poised to head to North Melbourne.

AAP · Dec 8, 2023

Netballers may have a new pay deal, but the sport remains in a precarious position

While 2023 was a watershed year for Australian women’s sport due to the Matildas’ stirring run at the Women’s World Cup, netball is going through its worst period ever.

The Conversation · Dec 7, 2023

Achilles injury confirmed for North AFLW star Bruton

Scans have confirmed North Melbourne star Jenna Bruton partially ruptured her achilles early in the Kangaroos' AFLW grand-final loss to the Brisbane Lions.

AAP · Dec 7, 2023

North look to build list depth to win AFLW premiership

North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney wants more players stepping up in big moments as they aim to rebound from their AFLW grand final defeat.

AAP · Dec 3, 2023

Lions' pressure too hot for North in AFLW decider

Small forward Courtney Hodder laid 18 tackles as the Brisbane Lions set a new AFLW record with 110 in their grand final win over North Melbourne.

AAP · Dec 3, 2023

Lions coach Starcevich happy with AFLW flag, spectacle

Brisbane Lions coach Craig Starcevich says the club's second AFLW premiership is greatly satisfying because of the attractive football his side played.

AAP · Dec 3, 2023

Coach Crocker vows North will be stronger for AFLW pain

North Melbourne coach Darren Crocker believes his Kangaroos can take solace from premiers Brisbane following their grand final defeat.

AAP · Dec 3, 2023