Scheer brilliance helps in-form Geelong overcome Tigers Geelong have gone top of the AFLW ladder courtesy of a midfield masterclass from Nina Morrison and pinpoint shooting from Chloe Scheer. AAP · 7h ago
'Dark side': three-peat Lion locks in Magpies move Three-time Brisbane premiership star Lachie Neale and former GWS captain Toby Greene have officially landed at new homes as the AFL free agency window opened. AAP · 16h ago
Merrett equals Bombers record with seventh medal win A few days out from trade period, when Hawthorn are expected to recruit Zach Merrett, the Essendon star has won his seventh club best and fairest award. AAP · Oct 1
Blues beat torrid conditions as Hawks' AFLW woes worsen Carlton have claimed a gritty victory over a resurgent Hawthorn after a first-quarter burst set the Blues up for a crucial AFLW win. AAP · Oct 1
Chris Fagan leaves Brisbane with nothing more to prove after building one of the great AFL teams The 65-year-old steps down with the Lions’ dynasty firmly in place, having put the club on an unprecedented upward trajectory The Guardian - AU · Oct 1
Fagan farewell? How 'immortal' coach transformed Lions Brisbane icon Jonathan Brown has described Chris Fagan as an immortal as the AFL club's captain and chairman confront the prospect of their coach departing. AAP · Sep 27
Footy codes unite on Aussie rules' big day A decades-old club tradition has again hosted a who's who of politics and Aussie Rules ahead of AFL's biggest day, where an unlikely star stole the limelight. AAP · Sep 26
'A freak': Lions ruck hails Dockers superstar Jackson Brisbane ruckman Sam Draper is trying not to worry about the threat Fremantle superstar Luke Jackson poses in the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 25
Strong start crucial for Dockers in grand final Isaiah Dudley says Fremantle have learnt lessons that will hold them in good stead against Brisbane as they aim for a fast start in the grand final. AAP · Sep 25
Dockers spearhead backs forwards to stand up in decider Fremantle's key forwards delivered during the home-and-away season but have not been at their best in the lead-up to the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 25
'Honestly don't know': Fagan unclear on his AFL future Chris Fagan, who is unsure on his future, will become the seventh VFL/AFL "three-peat" premiership coach if Brisbane beat Fremantle in Saturday's grand final. AAP · Sep 25
Killer Cats pounce on Hawks to go second on AFLW ladder A midfield masterclass has helped Geelong cruise to a 36-point win over Hawthorn to leap to second place on the AFLW ladder. AAP · Sep 24
Wet and wild: AFL grand final shapes as soggy affair Brisbane and Fremantle players are bracing for damp conditions at the MCG, with the forecast pointing to the wettest grand final in decades. AAP · Sep 24
Why Zorko was 'disappointed' with Lions' prelim epic Brisbane might have won an all-time classic to book their spot in another AFL grand final, but Lions veteran Dayne Zorko came away with some disappointment. AAP · Sep 23
AAP · Sep 23 'Don't want to see that': AFLW concern for winless trio Three AFLW clubs - Essendon, Collingwood and St Kilda - are winless halfway through the season and the league is concerned.
AAP · Sep 23 AFL umpire felt 'threatened, intimidated' by Hawks duo AFL umpire Hayden Meyer says he felt threatened and intimidated when a pair of Hawthorn stars confronted him after a thrilling preliminary final at the MCG.
AAP · Sep 23 The tortured history powering Freo's premiership push Fremantle are one of few clubs left without an AFL premiership, having weathered 32 years of painful memories and growing pains en route to this grand final.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 22 Annoyingly likeable Lions or Fremantle’s fairytale? How to pick a team to cheer for in the AFL grand final Forget the cup, who will win the hearts of the undecideds, casuals and neutrals – the juggernauts from Brisbane or the underdog Dockers?
The Guardian - AU · Sep 22 Brisbane to appeal Lachie Neale’s ban in desperate bid to play AFL grand final Brisbane will head to the AFL appeals board in a desperate bid to free suspended star Lachie Neale for the grand final
AAP · Sep 22 AFL backs whistleblowers for grand final duties Hayden Meyer and Nick Foot will officiate in the AFL grand final between Fremantle and Brisbane despite being caught up in controversies this season.
AAP · Sep 22 No draft pick for lowly Bombers after assistance plea The AFL has stopped short of granting Essendon draft assistance, with the wooden spooners to instead get two extra rookie spots for next season.
AAP · Sep 22 Schwab thinks Neale can avoid AFL grand final ban club Former Hawthorn player and coach Peter Schwab, who missed a grand final through suspension, thinks Lachie Neale can avoid the same fate.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 21 AFL grand final 2026: ultimate guide to the flag decider between Fremantle and Brisbane Wondering what time the game starts, how you can watch it live and who is performing the pre-game entertainment? We’ve got you covered
AAP · Sep 21 Why Ashcroft 'narrative' sells Lions brothers short Levi Ashcroft, hunting a fifth-straight flag of his own, has explained how brother Will thrives on the biggest stage as he hunts some AFL history of his own.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 20 Was Hawthorn v Brisbane the best game of Australian rules football ever played? This preliminary final showcased everything that is exquisite, brutal and cruel about the sport. And how about Nick Watson?