Star responds to the AFL's racism duty of care denial An Indigenous AFL star, part of a class action against the code over claims he suffered injuries from repeated racist abuse, says the league's defence "hurts". AAP · Nov 21, 2025
AFL icon claims racism caused psychiatric injuries Ex-AFL player Nicky Winmar has formally joined a racism class action, alleging his earning potential has been limited since retiring due to injuries suffered. AAP · Oct 9, 2025
From the Pocket: Andrew Krakouer blazed his own trail beyond family history and football feats Former Tigers and Magpies star overcame a famous surname and a prison sentence to make a lasting impression on and off the field The Guardian - AU · Apr 2, 2025
Former Richmond and Collingwood AFL star Andrew Krakouer dies aged 42 The West Australian, who played 137 AFL games between 2001 and 2013, died of a heart attack in Perth on Sunday The Guardian - AU · Mar 31, 2025
'Trailblazer' Nicky Winmar may co-lead AFL racism case Anti-racism "trailblazer" Nicky Winmar has asked class action lawyers if he can become co-lead plaintiff in their class action against the AFL. AAP · Mar 3, 2025
AFL star's book to help kids deal with parents in jail A new book by former Richmond AFL star Andrew Krakouer and foster carer Jacqueline Dinan aims to help children struggling with an incarcerated parent. AAP · Oct 1, 2024
Racism class action told to clarify case against AFL A Supreme Court judge has told a landmark racism class action against the AFL to clear-up their claims. AAP · Aug 13, 2024
Stop downplaying racism, integrity boss tells sports Sport Integrity Australia chief David Sharpe says national sports leaders must stop downplaying racism as fresh claims emerge involving the AFL. AAP · Mar 9, 2024
Racism class action launched against AFL by former footballers Phil Krakouer and at least six others claim the league failed to protect them from racial vilification The Guardian - AU · Sep 16, 2023