Eagles shoot down reports of extended break for Simpson West Coast claim they have not asked coach Adam Simpson to take an extended break at the end of the AFL season. AAP · May 24, 2023
Hawthorn CEO Justin Reeves resigns from embattled AFL club Justin Reeves has quit as Hawthorn chief executive due to the "personal toll" of intense pressure on the embattled AFL club and its leaders. The New Daily · May 24, 2023
Hawthorn CEO resigns from embattled AFL club Justin Reeves has stepped down from his role as Hawthorn chief executive as the AFL club comes under increasing pressure over the racism investigation. AAP · May 24, 2023
Hawthorn chief executive Justin Reeves resigns from role at under-fire AFL club Justin Reeves has resigned as Hawthorn chief executive as the club’s struggles continue on and off the field The Guardian - AU · May 24, 2023
Geelong young guns Holmes, Clark cut down by injury Geelong are hopeful of regaining Max Holmes after the mid-season bye, but there's no timeline for the return of Jhye Clark after he suffered a foot injury. AAP · May 23, 2023
Shuey backs Eagles coach Simpson amid sacking calls The West Coast Eagles have hit rock bottom, but captain Luke Shuey believes the club can rebound quickly from what is shaping up to be its worst ever season. AAP · May 23, 2023
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. AAP · May 21, 2023
Hawthorn rout West Coast in wooden spoon battle Hawthorn have heaped more pain on fellow AFL strugglers West Coast with a 116-point thrashing in the bottom-of-the-table match. AAP · May 21, 2023
Saints beat GWS by 12 points as Max King kicks four, Magpies beat Blues by 28 points, Hawks smash Eagles by 116 GWS pushes St Kilda all the way, but the Saints get a vital four points to consolidate their spot in the eight, after the Magpies roll on with a win over rivals Carlton and the Hawks smash the Eagles in Launceston. ABC News · May 21, 2023
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". AAP · May 20, 2023
West Coast, Hawthorn brace for wooden spoon battle The bottom-of-the-table clash between West Coast and Hawthorn has been dubbed the 'Harley Reid Cup', with the loser in the box seat to collect the No.1 pick. AAP · May 19, 2023
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 Guardian - AU · May 19, 2023
Family at centre of Hawthorn racism investigation 'understand' Alastair Clarkson's pain, lawyer says The lawyer representing a family at the centre of the Hawthorn racism investigation says they have again been left feeling "traumatised" by the elongated investigation. ABC News · May 19, 2023
Eagles on flu alert ahead of AFL trip to Tasmania West Coast will take a squad of 27 to Launceston in case more players are struck down by the flu ahead of their clash with Hawthorn. AAP · May 19, 2023
AAP · May 18, 2023 Kangaroos boss would appoint Clarkson as coach again North Melbourne president Sonja Hood has taken aim at Hawthorn and says she would appoint Alastair Clarkson as Kangaroos coach again.
The Guardian - AU · May 18, 2023 Alastair Clarkson steps aside as North Melbourne AFL coach for health reasons Alastair Clarkson is stepping aside indefinitely as North Melbourne coach, citing mental wellbeing issues from an investigation into alleged racism at Hawthorn
ABC News · May 18, 2023 Alastair Clarkson to take indefinite leave from North Melbourne to 'focus on physical and emotional wellbeing' North Melbourne announces Alastair Clarkson will take indefinite leave from his position as head coach to "focus on his physical and emotional wellbeing".
The New Daily · May 18, 2023 Clarkson steps aside as North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is stepping aside indefinitely as North Melbourne coach, citing mental wellbeing issues from an investigation into alleged racism at Hawthorn.
ABC News · May 14, 2023 AFL Round-Up: Carlton's revival crushed, Richmond's legends run it back, Sydney reach breaking point An emotional rollercoaster for Carlton, Richmond party like it's 2017 and Sydney reach their tipping point in a potentially defining round nine. We digest the week that was.
ABC News · May 12, 2023 Court documents reveal coach accused of raping former Melbourne player Daniel Hayes was a long-time AFL employee who coached Sydney Swans academy teams Court documents reveal a coach accused of raping former Melbourne Demons player Daniel Hayes served as the AFL's regional manager for northern NSW, helping to establish the Sydney Swans' academy in Coffs Harbour. Warning: This story includes text messages including graphic sexual content.
The New Daily · May 11, 2023 Clarkson unloads on Hawthorn, panel over racism saga Alastair Clarkson has launched an extraordinary tirade against his former club, Hawthorn, describing their handling of the racism saga as "shameful".
ABC News · May 10, 2023 Hawthorn racism investigation held up as parties disagree on access to documents Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson has again questioned the process behind the independent review into racism allegations at the club amid further delays in the investigation.
ABC News · May 7, 2023 AFL Round-Up: Melbourne and Port Adelaide thrive on fine margins, and who is to blame for the West Coast situation? Round eight proves the season will be defined by a series of thrillers, while West Coast's road back to relevance looks like being a long one. We digest the week that was.
The New Daily · May 7, 2023 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.
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2023 Indigenous AFL players stand tall against an endless stream of racism – it’s now time for them to strike The game’s sparkle and heart would be gone in an instant if First Nations footballers chose to sit down