'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 · Oct 2
'Rapt': Lions star Bailey explains contract decision Brisbane Lions star Zac Bailey has turned down a monster offer from Adelaide to re-sign with the dual reigning premiers until the end of 2034. AAP · Sep 8
Dynamic Demons ready to put King's plan to finals test Steven King's attacking game style has thrilled Melbourne fans and neutrals all season, but faces a huge test against red-hot Carlton in their wildcard clash. AAP · Aug 28
Demons consider picking veteran for wildcard final Melbourne have numerous big selection calls to make this week as they prepare for their wildcard match against in-form Carlton at the MCG on Saturday night. AAP · Aug 25
'Exhausting': Melbourne coach to keep narrow focus Melbourne coach Steven King says his club will keep a narrow focus when hosting the Western Bulldogs in the last game before the finals. AAP · Aug 18
'Name up in lights': Demons ace to make unlikely return Forgotten Melbourne star Jack Viney is making a dramatic push to be part of the Demons' finals campaign, returning via the VFL this weekend. AAP · Aug 11
Demons coach doesn't expect spice in Petracca reunion Gold Coast's Christian Petracca will face his former club Melbourne for the first time, but Demons coach Steven King isn't expecting any spice in the reunion. AAP · Jul 29
Forgotten Demons star making bold bid to return Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney is back training after a spate of serious injuries and is making an unlikely push to be part of the Demons' finals campaign. AAP · Jul 22
Demons resigned to ruling out injured star for season Coach Steven King concedes the odds of Jack Viney playing this season are lengthening but Melbourne can welcome back two players to face the Kangaroos. AAP · Jul 14
Sidelined Demon details significant injury battle Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney has opened up about his ongoing injury battle, frustrated at not being able to play a game in 2026. AAP · Jul 7
Injured vice-captain buoyed by new-look Dees' hot start Jack Viney got a lift from Melbourne's round-one upset of St Kilda and will take an important step in his injury rehabilitation in coming weeks. AAP · Mar 17
New dawn under King after Demons' dark hour Max Gawn's optimism entering the Steven King era at Melbourne is fuelled, in part, by the club's unexpected rise to the 2021 premiership under his predecessor. AAP · Feb 16
Surgery setback for star Demon forces new-look midfield With Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines, recruit Jack Steele is set to slot into new coach Steven King's midfield. AAP · Feb 10
'Not here to make friends': Saints president bullish St Kilda president Andrew Bassat says the Saints are relevant again after several years of drafting and now targeting key recruits from rival clubs. AAP · Sep 29, 2025
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025 ‘Worst decision in the history of the Brownlow’: AFL awards night hit by controversy How the Brownlow medal is decided has come under fresh scrutiny after a controversial vote at the 2025 count left those in the audience stunned
AAP · Aug 15, 2025 Demons address stars' frustrated body language Jack Viney says Melbourne know passionate players can flare up at times, but the Demons have addressed the frustrated body language from senior players.
AAP · Jul 14, 2025 Carlton's Cerra learns fate on busy night at tribunal Carlton midfielder Adam Cerra, Brisbane Lions premiership player Zac Bailey and North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri have all fronted the AFL tribunal.
AAP · Jun 15, 2025 Melbourne coach to continue reform as finals hopes slip Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin will maintain a playing style revamp despite the Demons' finals chances appearing shot after a 25-point loss to Port Adelaide.
AAP · May 30, 2025 Veteran Demon still not out of concussion protocols Melbourne's Jack Viney will fly to Alice Springs this weekend but won't be able to play against the Saints due to a lingering concussion battle.
AAP · May 28, 2025 No time like Alice - Demons set to regain AFL star Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney is rated a strong chance to return from concussion symptoms for Sunday's Alice Springs match against St Kilda.
AAP · May 16, 2025 Demons mull Oliver tag twist in Lions' den Clayton Oliver has found a new defensive role in Melbourne's midfield and could line up in a head-to-head battle with one of Brisbane's prime ball-winners.
AAP · May 10, 2025 Oliver's shutdown job gives Dees options with Viney out Melbourne star Clayton Oliver returned from a week off for personal reasons and impressed coach Simon Goodwin in a new role against Hawthorn.
AAP · May 8, 2025 Hawks out to break Dees hoodoo in MCG battle Hawthorn have bounced back with a pair of comfortable wins after last month's mini form slump, but will be put to the test against an improving Melbourne.
AAP · May 6, 2025 Viney backs Oliver to be at Melbourne next AFL season Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney says Clayton Oliver is back at training and he expects the onballer to stay with the Demons beyond this season.
AAP · May 3, 2025 Gawn stars as Demons beat Eagles for third straight win Max Gawn has steered Melbourne to another victory but Jake Melksham faces a nervous wait after being involved in an incident which left an opponent concussed.