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Kangaroos stare down brave Lions to prove even the loftiest AFLW dreams can come true

Brisbane came to slay the dragon and were there for a fight. But North Melbourne’s killer instinct has no off switch

The Guardian - AU · Nov 29, 2025

North flag star Sheerin reveals Neale inspiration

Eilish Sheerin turned to hyperbaric oxygen therapy as part of her rehabilitation from a hamstring injury before starring in North Melbourne's AFLW premiership.

AAP · Nov 29, 2025

'Painful viewing': crucial errors to haunt Lions

Twin 50-metre penalties against Shannon Campbell were among the key errors that cost Brisbane dearly in their AFLW grand final loss to North Melbourne.

AAP · Nov 29, 2025

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Kangas find grandest way to complete perfect AFLW year

North Melbourne have become the first team to win back-to-back AFLW premierships, completing a perfect season with victory over Brisbane in the grand final.

AAP · Nov 29, 2025

North Melbourne beat Brisbane: AFLW 2025 grand final – as it happened

The Kangaroos beat the Lions by 40 points to create history as the first back-to-back premiers with Eilish Sheerin named best on ground at Ikon Park

The Guardian - AU · Nov 29, 2025

History beckons as Kangaroos keep their eyes on prize

Only the Brisbane Lions stand in the way of North Melbourne becoming the first team to win back-to-back AFLW premierships.

AAP · Nov 28, 2025

AFLW have-nots receive league boost on grand final eve

Three of the AFLW's worst-performing clubs will receive boosts to their lists, with the help announced the day before the grand final.

AAP · Nov 28, 2025

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'Really difficult': Crocker opens up on selection call

Just because Mia King was at long odds to force an AFLW grand final recall doesn't mean it was an easy decision for North Melbourne coach Darren Crocker.

AAP · Nov 28, 2025

Title town: Lions tap into Broncos' success in flag bid

The Brisbane Lions have a secret weapon in their bid to confirm the Queensland capital as football's "title town" with victory in the AFLW grand final.

AAP · Nov 28, 2025

Kangaroos hold hope for future AFLW grand final shift

Ikon Park will host this year's AFLW grand final but North Melbourne's captain and coach would love to see Marvel Stadium packed out for future season deciders.

AAP · Nov 28, 2025

'Tough, resilient' Lions enjoy grand final underdog tag

The Brisbane Lions enter their seventh AFLW grand final in 10 seasons as the underdogs against a rampaging North Melbourne side on a 26-game winning streak.

AAP · Nov 28, 2025

AFLW clubs’ lack of ambition laid bare by 2025 grand final deja vu

North Melbourne v Brisbane is a fitting end to season 10 but the top teams wonder when the opposition will invest in lifting their game

The Guardian - AU · Nov 27, 2025

Irish influence prompts talk of AFLW international game

Ireland had a record five players in this season's AFLW All-Australian team, and there's growing enthusiasm for a representative game against Australia.

AAP · Nov 27, 2025

Kangas play safe with AFLW grand final selection call

North Melbourne have made a huge call on midfielder Mia King, who overcame a knee injury to put herself in the mix for AFLW grand final selection.

AAP · Nov 26, 2025

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AAP · Nov 26, 2025

Kangaroos knew they had a star after hearty Irish meal

After not being able to get a game in her first AFLW season, Irishwoman Blaithin Bogue has become a genuine star for powerhouse North Melbourne.

AAP · Nov 26, 2025

'No one's safe': big-hearted Lion on the hunt

Courtney Hodder, once on track to become a rugby union star, is a proven big-game performer for the Brisbane Lions.

AAP · Nov 26, 2025

AFLW grand final history beckons for North's Birch

If North Melbourne cap their perfect season by beating Brisbane on Saturday night, Libby Birch will become the AFLW's first four-time premiership player.

AAP · Nov 25, 2025

AFLW great Kearney yet to make call on playing future

North Melbourne veteran Emma Kearney has said playing in a third premiership this Saturday could "potentially'" affect her call on continuing next season.

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AAP · Nov 25, 2025

Massive grand final selection call looms at North

Mia King shapes as the burning selection question as North Melbourne hunt an AFLW flag, with Emma Kearney noting "heartbreak" is inevitable in grand final week.

AAP · Nov 25, 2025

'Often imperfect': North prepare for AFLW grand final

AFLW best-and-fairest winner Ash Riddell says North Melbourne's narrow preliminary final win over Melbourne was a good reminder about the Kangaroos' strengths.

AAP · Nov 25, 2025

Lions ready to handle North's superstar double act

Brisbane's midfielders are ready to take it up to North Melbourne superstars Ash Riddell and Jasmine Garner in the AFLW grand final.

AAP · Nov 24, 2025

Garner gets one back on teammate as AFLW players' best

North Melbourne captain Jasmine Garner has won her third AFLW MVP, pipping Kangaroos teammate Ash Riddell for the record-breaking honour.

AAP · Nov 24, 2025

Kangaroos star Ash Riddell wins AFLW best-and-fairest

North Melbourne's Ash Riddell has earned reward for a record-breaking season by winning the AFLW best-and-fairest award.

AAP · Nov 24, 2025

Dees join new coach hunt as Stinear steps down

Mick Stinear has left his post as Melbourne AFLW coach after 10 seasons in charge, having led the Demons to the 2023 premiership.

AAP · Nov 24, 2025

How AFLW grand final loss made Lions rethink everything

Brisbane will take on North Melbourne in a third consecutive AFLW grand final and believe last year's loss has helped them to return.

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