Age not a barrier for AFL grand-final veterans Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield and Brisbane's Dayne Zorko are in their mid-30s but are among the key players in Saturday's AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Feline good: Lions and Cats fans turn out to AFL parade Diehard fans have turned out to show their support to their footy heroes ahead of the AFL grand final, with many confident their teams can get it done. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
I once thought the Lions might never win another AFL flag. To go back-to-back would be a dream Brisbane fans like me saw Michael Voss and Jonathan Brown as heroes of a bygone era, but Chris Fagan may yet bring about a new golden age The Guardian - AU · Sep 25, 2025
Measles clusters pose outbreak risk in grand final trek As Brisbane Lions fans flock to the MCG, epidemiologists sound the alarm after multiple clusters of measles cases across Queensland. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Brisbane kindergarten forced to back down after proposing to charge parents $2,200 for their own children’s art Craigslea kindergarten’s management committee told parents the centre owed over $40,000 and the fee could help pay off the debt The Guardian - AU · Sep 25, 2025
Broncos' NRLW star takes aim at Knights fans Ali Brigginshaw is grateful that Brisbane's NRLW semi-final against Newcastle will be played at Suncorp Stadium and not at the Knights' home ground. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
How lucky Lion rallied for shot at flag after 2024 pain Brisbane had three fan favourites miss the 2024 grand final because of knee injuries. Darcy Gardiner knows how lucky he is to be the only one tackling Geelong. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Stars align as AFLW stalwarts Ebony Marinoff and Ally Anderson become first to reach 100-game milestone In delightful sporting symmetry, the Adelaide Crows and Brisbane Lions will also mark their 100th games as the two inaugural players make history The Guardian - AU · Sep 25, 2025
Birth of the Broncos whiz kid: moment Walsh became No.1 A stunning Grade 10 display launched Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh's career, but he has also made key changes to his approach ahead of the preliminary final. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Lions star picked for grand final, Cats summon ruckman The Brisbane Lions' Lachie Neale has won his race to overcome injury and play in the AFL grand final against a Geelong side to feature ruckman Rhys Stanley. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Fagan's journey from gravel-ground gory to MCG glory Chris Fagan has gone from a gravel ground in a small Tasmanian town to MCG glory and an unprecedented AFL coaching feat. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Career revived, Cat still carries weight into decider Jack Martin considered retirement when injuries took hold last year and still battles nagging doubts, despite reviving his career with Geelong this season. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Brisbane ready for Cats fans to 'come at' feisty Lion Brisbane firestarter Cam Rayner played the villain last time the Lions faced Geelong and he'll be ready for more attention from Cats fans in the grand final. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
The podcast – and tattoos – connecting Brisbane Lions fans across Australia and beyond The Roar Deal has gone through tough times to become the centrepiece of a community that stretches far beyond the Lions’ home base and Fitzroy roots The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2025
AAP · Sep 24, 2025 Club legends Brown, Selwood to present premiership cup Former Brisbane captain and three-time premiership player Jonathan Brown will have the honour of presenting the cup if the Lions defeat Geelong.
AAP · Sep 24, 2025 Broncos weapon to target Panthers' weakest link Penrith leaked four tries down their left defensive edge against Canterbury and Brisbane strike weapon Kotoni Staggs is ready to cash in at Suncorp Stadium.
AAP · Sep 24, 2025 'Not supposed to be here': Lion's next shift mentality Bruce Reville worked jobs at an abattoir and driving forklifts at Bunnings before getting his AFL opportunity at Brisbane, where he's now a cult hero.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Inside the Lions and Cats' race to five premierships Geelong and the Brisbane Lions have each won four premierships this century, but the two AFL powerhouses have taken different paths to this year's grand final.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Boom recruit Smith exceeds Cats' great expectations High-profile recruit Bailey Smith has bounced back from a serious knee injury to star in Geelong's run to the grand final amid a series of controversies.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 The short wait to scratch Ashcroft's grand-final itch Grateful to get a grand-final shot at his first attempt, Levi Ashcroft reckons the love for producing in big AFL moments runs in the family.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025 Superstitions make way for AFL grand final traditions as Lions fans get used to success Brisbane diehards are forming new and old September habits as the club prepares to face Geelong in a third straight decider on Saturday
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Lion king Fagan wins again at annual AFL coach awards Chris Fagan's ongoing success at Brisbane and his extensive career have been honoured at the AFL Coaches Association annual awards.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Reynolds back to answer critics, Mam's new Broncos role Brisbane playmakers Adam Reynolds and Ezra Mam return from injury for the grand final qualifier against Penrith, with Mam set for an X-factor bench role.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Cleary the daytime king, unbeaten since 2019 A fast track at Suncorp Stadium should suit Brisbane in the NRL preliminary final, but they are up against a Penrith side who just don't lose in the daytime.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025 Parochialism or just vibes? How to pick a team to cheer for in the AFL grand final With no overwhelming sentimental favourite in this year’s decider, neutral followers are left with the question: which team do I dislike less?