Young gun dropped in Demons selection shock Trent Rivers has been left out of the Melbourne side to face Carlton, while West Coast and Port Adelaide will unveil new recruits in round three. AAP · Mar 27
More AFL clubs sued as ex-players join concussion case A landmark concussion class action against the AFL has been expanded, with more ex-players suing their former clubs for damages. AAP · Mar 25
Geelong skipper sidelined, Magpies pair return Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield is set for some time on the sidelines, while a key Collingwood pair return. AAP · Mar 24
Battle of the rebuild as Eagles brace for rising Roos North Melbourne finally look ready to emerge from their long and painful rebuild, and they have a big chance to go 2-0 when they take on West Coast in Perth. AAP · Mar 21
'Work in progress': Swans' boom recruit needs time Former Carlton forward Charlie Curnow needs more time to settle at Sydney, his coach says, with team cohesion expected to come through experience. AAP · Mar 19
Blues young gun Smith leaning on valuable lessons Jagga Smith shadowed Carlton midfield star Sam Walsh during his time out with a knee injury and is reaping the benefits early in his AFL career. AAP · Mar 17
Less-heralded Swans reaping rewards of focus on Curnow Star recruit Charlie Curnow has kicked less than 10 per cent of Sydney's goals this season but his teammates love how the big forward helps other players score. AAP · Mar 17
Sydney Swans admit to altering Bondi attack tribute to omit mention of Jewish community The club has again apologised for an ‘error of judgment’ that resulted in the Jewish community not being mentioned in a tribute to victims of the Bondi attack The Guardian - AU · Mar 16
Swans star set for surgery, sidelined for months Sydney Swans star Errol Gulden will undergo surgery on his injured right shoulder and is expected to be sidelined for about four months. AAP · Mar 16
Grounds for optimism at North Melbourne as emerging talents give glimpse of rosy future ‘The potential phase is over’, the club’s president wrote during the week. Alastair Clarkson’s team appears to have taken note The Guardian - AU · Mar 15
Swans apologise over Bondi tribute 'omission' The Sydney Swans have apologised after their tribute to victims of the Bondi terrorist attack did not include direct references to the Jewish community. AAP · Mar 14
'We can do anything': Swans up for Lions test Defender Nick Blakey believes a showdown with the reigning premiers is the chance for Charlie Curnow-led Sydney to show they are a genuinely good team. AAP · Mar 12
Tigers focus on positives from Lynch's wayward night Richmond spearhead Tom Lynch kicked 2.7 in a wayward performance in front of goal as the Tigers opened their AFL season with a narrow loss to Carlton. AAP · Mar 12
'Targeted' Blues enjoy victorious finale to horror week It wasn't pretty, but Carlton's win over Richmond was cause for celebration in the eyes of coach Michael Voss after a tough week in the spotlight. AAP · Mar 12
AAP · Mar 12 'Hanging on': Blues withstand Tigers' late surge Going in under an intense blowtorch, Carlton had plenty of nervous moments against old rivals Richmond before hanging on for their first win of the AFL season.
AAP · Mar 11 All eyes on young guns showdown for Blues, Tigers clash Richmond's former No.1 draft pick Sam Lalor and Carlton sensation Jagga Smith will face off for the first time and both their coaches are excited.
AAP · Mar 11 Port appoint ex-Blues assistant as head AFLW coach Port Adelaide have settled on a replacement for Lauren Arnell as their AFLW head coach, with a Carlton identity appointed to the role.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 11 From the Pocket: Docherty’s voice memo highlights impossible job facing modern AFL coaches The former Carlton player’s leaked message to Daniel Gorringe shows how a podcaster can inflict as much damage as Errol Gulden’s left boot
AAP · Mar 11 Tigers get chance to sink the boot into battling Blues For a second consecutive year, youthful Richmond can start their AFL season by upsetting Carlton and piling more pressure on the beleaguered Blues.
AAP · Mar 10 Swans looking for more steady show against Lions Sydney know they can't rely on another 75-point quarter to overhaul their opponents, particularly when their next challenge comes against premiers Brisbane.
AAP · Mar 10 Voss attempts to move past Blues' off-field woes Carlton coach Michael Voss isn't dwelling on fierce criticism or fresh reports that the club approached Collingwood's Craig McRae about taking the reins.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 9 Collingwood’s cool heads rise to big AFL occasion and make point to naysayers The Magpies didn’t enjoy the best off-season but they excelled in opening round at the MCG as too many fumbles and shanks cost St Kilda dearly
AAP · Mar 6 Saints looking to the stars as big season opener awaits New St Kilda co-captain Cal Wilkie is unafraid to talk about the club's lofty ambitions as they enter a season where they'll be the centre of attention.
AAP · Mar 6 Ex-Carlton boss's wife says he blamed her for scandal Ex-Carlton president Luke Sayers' estranged wife claims he "shamelessly" blamed her for a lewd photo scandal, without giving her an opportunity to respond.
AAP · Mar 6 Revitalised Saints not convinced Collingwood in demise While Collingwood have been tipped to miss the top eight this year, St Kilda coach Ross Lyon believes they remain an AFL heavyweight ahead of their MCG clash.