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Clarkson, North Melbourne plot coach's AFL return

Alastair Clarkson's path back to North Melbourne is being mapped out, with the four-time premiership coach on the verge of a return to the Kangaroos.

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Tigers superstar Martin ruled out of clash with Lions

Richmond star Dustin Martin has been ruled out of the Tigers' clash with the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba after developing "flu-like symptoms".

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Extended AFL mid-season bye period here to stay

The AFL has dismissed calls to trim the mid-season bye period back to one or two weeks, following an extended four-week stretch this year.

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Lions keep Zorko in cotton wool for Tigers clash

Dayne Zorko is back from injury but remains out of the Brisbane Lions' side as coach Chris Fagan experiments with his line-up in the hunt for an AFL flag.

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Fagan says poor goalkicking is no issue for the Lions

The Brisbane Lions kicked only 6-14 in the second half in their tense win over Sydney, but their coach Chris Fagan remains unfazed.

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Brisbane Lions shrug off gallant Swans at Gabba

The Brisbane Lions have kept their unbeaten home record intact this AFL season by downing Sydney by 16 points at the Gabba.

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Akermanis urges Fagan to turbo-charge Lions midfield

Brisbane great Jason Akermanis has applauded Chris Fagan's "gentle" selection approach, but urged the coach to maximise the talent of Cam Rayner and Zac Bailey.

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Rich, Gunston dropped in Lions' AFL 'circuit breaker'

Brisbane Lions' veteran pair Jack Gunston and Daniel Rich won't play AFL or VFL this weekend, opting instead to put in a 'circuit-breaking' training block.

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AFL attempting to find leak in Hawthorn racism probe

AFL boss Gillon McLachlan says they are asking questions about how the Hawthorn racism claims were first leaked to the media.

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Former Hawthorn official Jason Burt denies allegations in Indigenous families' open letter

Former Hawks welfare manager Jason Burt rejects the allegations made by ex-players and their families in an open letter on Friday.

ABC News

The antithesis of healing: the AFL turns away from truth-telling again, ending Hawthorn investigation

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains mention of the Stolen Generations.

The Conversation

AFL urged to become 'cultural leader' amid fallout from Hawthorn probe

Indigenous advocates have slammed the AFL's handling of the Hawthorn probe, and urged the league to become a "cultural leader" by addressing alleged mistreatment of First Nations players across the sporting code.

ABC News

No winners in the Hawthorn racism scandal, but one clear villain

The media, which rushed to pronounce guilt, has permanently tainted the names of the accused, while doing nothing to provide resolution for the alleged victims.

Crikey

Hawthorn boss hits back at AFL over racism ‘sanctions’

The president of the AFL club at the centre of racism allegations has hit back at the league, amid speculation the club faces sanctions.

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No adverse findings made in Hawthorn racism case as AFL ends investigation

The AFL has announced no adverse findings against Alastair Clarkson, Chris Fagan or Jason Burt over the Hawthorn racism allegations.

The New Daily

Adelaide’s belief rising after downing Brisbane by 17 points

Adelaide's self-belief has risen to another level after a gritty 17-point win against flag fancies Brisbane, Crows coach Matthew Nicks said.

ABC News

Former Hawks staffer Jason Burt says he 'overstepped the mark' in incident with First Nations player, but has nothing to apologise for

Former Hawthorn welfare manager Jason Burt says he has 'nothing to say sorry for' after he was named in a club investigation into the treatment of First Nations players.

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Caretaker Kangaroos coach is giving Clarkson space

Interim North Melbourne coach Brett Ratten says he is reluctant to contact Alastair Clarkson during the under-pressure mentor's time away from the AFL club.

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AFL coaching tougher than ever: Lions' Fagan

Chris Fagan can understand why Damien Hardwick felt he couldn't continue as Richmond coach, but says there's still fuel in his tank to lead the Brisbane Lions.

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Mediation likely as breakthrough sought in Hawks saga

A mediation session could happen as early as Tuesday as progress is attempted in the long-running inquiry into historic racism allegations at Hawthorn.

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Fagan wary not to tamper with Daniher 'sweet spot'

Chris Fagan is trying not to jinx the dazzling form of his Brisbane high flyer Joe Daniher after his latest four-goal haul in the win over Gold Coast.

AAP

North boss says Hawks' handling of racism claims 'poor'

North Melbourne president Dr Sonja Hood has criticised Hawthorn, saying their handling of racism claims established "a monumental set of battle lines".

The Guardian - AU

How the Hawthorn racism inquiry became an interminable mess where everyone loses

With the narrative focused on the impact on Clarkson and Fagan, the stories of First Nations families appear all but erased

The New Daily

Chris Fagan slams ’prejudicial’ reports in Hawthorn racism saga

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan is pleading for an end to "damaging and prejudicial" reporting of Hawthorn's racism saga.

ABC News

The Brisbane Lions' key forwards have put their own spin on the AFL's traditional 'spearhead' role

The hunt for a "spearhead" key forward is as old as footy itself but, with its unique forward line, the Brisbane Lions are revolutionising the role, write Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson.

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