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Essendon slapped with $20,000 fine for umpire contact

The AFL has handed down a fine to Essendon after the club's fifth incident this season of a player making careless contact with an umpire.

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Hird's coaching comeback supported by former Bomber

After recently speaking to James Hird for the first time since he left Essendon, former Bomber Jake Melksham supports the push for him to return as coach.

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Bombers have 'no idea' if Merrett will request trade

Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon has dismissed suggestions Zach Merrett has checked out of the Bombers as the club prepares for him to request another trade.

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Hird momentum grows, Solomon 'consumed' by Bombers job

Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon expects a "tap on the shoulder" from club hierarchy, but is yet to put himself in the process for the full-time role.

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Free Billy: Pie's charge downgraded at AFL tribunal

The AFL tribunal has downgraded Collingwood defender Billy Frampton's rough conduct suspension to a fine, freeing him to play against Carlton.

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'Life or death' as Giants aim to gatecrash finals race

Finals have come early for GWS with fit-again midfielder Xavier O'Halloran describing their bid to secure a wildcard spot a matter of "life or death".

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Pies defender off to tribunal, Bombers face penalty

Collingwood's Billy Frampton will front the AFL tribunal to contest a rough conduct suspension ahead of a huge clash with Carlton.

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'I'll keep protecting him': Bombers coach on Lions loss

Dean Solomon has explained what he's looking for in Essendon's players after they were taught a lesson by two-time defending AFL premiers Brisbane.

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Lions thump Bombers as Bailey's future looks clearer

Brisbane's big win over Essendon has pushed them back into fourth, with former Bomber ruckman Sam Draper in eye-catching form.

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Lions' warning as Bombers face mountainous challenge

Brisbane insist they haven't yet hit top gear in pursuit of a third consecutive flag as they go into a clash with Essendon as the hottest of favourites.

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Beleaguered Bombers receive huge boost with re-signing

Nate Caddy, arguably Essendon's brightest young player, has re-signed until the end of 2031 in a massive boost for the struggling Bombers.

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Bombers drop McKay again as Solomon makes a statement

Essendon swingman Ben McKay has been axed after kicking just six goals in five games in his new role as a forward, while Brisbane welcome back two big guns.

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Power-ful reason for red-hot Saint to be on Port radar

St Kilda star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera resisted overtures from Port Adelaide and looms as the key figure when the two sides meet again in a crunch clash.

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Zorko back for Lions, English no certainty for Dogs

The Lions welcome back veteran Dayne Zorko to take on the Bombers, while the Bulldogs have named Tim English, but there is no guarantee he will play this week.

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Fagan 'optimistic' on in-demand star staying at Lions

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan admits he is sick of talking about Zac Bailey and Lachie Neale, but provided a positive update about one of the duo.

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'Loved every moment': Interim Bombers coach defiant

Insisting he has "loved every moment" of being Essendon's interim coach, Dean Solomon is yet to speak with the Bombers about potentially staying on full-time.

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Lions dealt double defensive blow in run home

Brisbane have confirmed defender Jack Payne will not feature in this year's premiership quest, while Darcy Gardiner is set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines.

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Magpies keep 'hat in ring' for in-demand Lachie Neale

Collingwood believe they remain in the race for dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale as other clubs attempt to woo the Brisbane Lions legend.

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Hird's maturity key in Essendon coaching bid: Sheedy

Kevin Sheedy is firmly in James Hird's corner but wants Essendon to run a full process as they search for Brad Scott's replacement as coach.

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Lloyd laments woeful Bombers after terrible loss

With the Bombers 0-5 under Dean Solomon, an Essendon great has spoken about whether their poor form hurts his chances if he decides to go for the job full-time.

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Coach unsurprised as star Saint soars to blitz Bombers

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera fired as St Kilda produced a dominant first half to set up a convincing win over Essendon, moving within reach of the AFL's top 10.

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'Remiss of us': Lyon urges Saints to build AFL form

St Kilda are yet to beat a side above them on the ladder this season, but coach Ross Lyon says there are solid signs of life in their game.

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'This circus': Lyon confirms upcoming dinner with Neale

Adding another twist to the rampant speculation around Lachie Neale, the Brisbane Lions star is about to have dinner with his old Fremantle coach Ross Lyon.

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Solomon expects 'tap on shoulder' in Bombers coach race

Essendon caretaker coach Dean Solomon has yet to put his hand up for the fulltime role, but admits he expects a conversation with the club soon.

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James Hird confirms spot in Essendon coaching race

James Hird and Essendon president Andrew Welsh have spoken, as the Bombers step up the search for their new AFL coach next season.

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