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Relentless Hawks embrace pressure in AFL finals stunner

Undaunted by a hostile crowd, Hawthorn's demolition of Fremantle started at the coalface and was franked down back as they secured a home AFL preliminary final.

AAP · Sep 3

No fears: defiant Freo lick their wounds and go again

Fremantle's flag hopes are on thin ice after their loss to Hawthorn, but coach Justin Longmuir says he has no fears about having to do things the hard way.

AAP · Sep 3

Wizard weaves magic as Hawks hammer shocker Dockers

Hawthorn have ended Fremantle's perfect home record, pulling off a 32-point AFL qualifying final win to put the minor premiers at risk of a straight-sets exit.

AAP · Sep 3

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Fremantle coach defends AFL finals selection gamble

Brandon Walker's AFL finals recall ended in tears, but Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is adamant it was the right selection call.

AAP · Sep 3

'More mature' O'Connor back home, eyes Wallabies return

Veteran James O'Connor is back in Western Force black and blue, but wants to fight for another Wallabies green and gold jersey.

AAP · Sep 2

Sevens added to Bledisloe rugby buffet in Aussie first

For the first time Australia's rugby sevens teams will share a ticket with the Wallaroos and Wallabies to create a four-course Bledisloe Cup feast in Sydney.

AAP · Sep 1

'Hubris': premier attacks One Nation's state poll claim

The WA premier has ridiculed a One Nation candidate's claim the party could win the next state election after it secured a lower-house seat in a by-election.

AAP · Aug 31

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'Should know better': Hanson accuses PM of incitement

Pauline Hanson has warned the prime minister's attacks on One Nation could incite violence against her, as the minor party rises in the polls.

AAP · Aug 30

Hung out to dry: Dockers vow to protect key defenders

Jack Gunston ran amok with five first-half goals the last time he faced Fremantle, but the Dockers won't give him the same space in Thursday's qualifying final.

AAP · Aug 30

Hawks ready for toughest trip in footy

Hawthorn are ready to stare down one of the toughest trips in the AFL and cause an almighty qualifying final boilover against Fremantle.

AAP · Aug 30

Premier will heed voters after One Nation breakthrough

Labor has conceded after One Nation won a previously safe Labor seat in a WA by-election that could have ramifications across the country.

AAP · Aug 29

'More prepared': Hawks ready to silence Wharfie Time

Hawthorn were rocked by Fremantle's "Wharfie Time'' in round nine, but believe that experience will hold them in good stead for their qualifying final.

AAP · Aug 29

Tim Kelly opens up on earning respect back at Eagles

West Coast veteran Tim Kelly endured a tough time last year, but the veteran bounced back strongly this season to show he still has plenty more to offer.

AAP · Aug 28

Perth Glory captain Taggart set to make bombshell exit

Perth Glory captain Adam Taggart is set to link up with former Socceroos star Harry Kewell in a bombshell move away from the A-League.

AAP · Aug 28

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AAP · Aug 28

'Harry's the man': Kiss explains captain's omission

Les Kiss is using the Wallabies' tour of Argentina to build depth in squad while he can, aiming to identify two capable starting sides ahead of the World Cup.

AAP · Aug 26

Reid's two-game suspension upheld at AFL Tribunal

West Coast young gun Harley Reid will miss the first two rounds next season after the Eagles failed in their bid to downgrade his rough conduct charge.

AAP · Aug 26

Fremantle forward announces shock AFL retirement

Fremantle forward Sam Switkowski has shocked even his own teammates by announcing his AFL retirement, but he hopes to go out with a bang.

AAP · Aug 25

WA to ban character references for all criminal cases

Another state will ban the use of good character references at sentencing after three government employees gave references to a workmate jailed for rape.

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AAP · Aug 24

'I've signed body parts': Albanese steadfast on GST

The prime minister has no intention of ending a deal costing federal taxpayers more than $6 billion a year to stuff the coffers of the wealthy WA government.

AAP · Aug 24

Back to go forward: Eagles insist rebuild is on track

West Coast have ended 2026 on an 11-match losing streak, but there is plenty of hope ahead for the rebuilding club despite the poor results.

AAP · Aug 24

Fremantle to launch AFL premiership bid on a Thursday

The AFL has released the finals fixture, confirming Fremantle's hotly-anticipated qualifying final against Hawthorn will be on a Thursday night.

AAP · Aug 23

Wharfie time? We'll be ready, say Hawks

Fremantle are a perfect 12-0 at Optus Stadium this year and boast 'Wharfie Time' if the game gets close, but Hawthorn aren't running scared.

AAP · Aug 23

Watson takes jaw-dropping mark as Hawks crush Eagles

Nick Watson took a mark-of-the-year contender before injuring his hand in Hawthorn's dominant victory over West Coast at a wet Optus Stadium.

AAP · Aug 14

Pearce escapes injury but Fremantle sweat on Reid

Murphy Reid is still in pain following a hit to the groin a week ago, with the Fremantle young gun in doubt to take on Carlton in the final round.

AAP · Aug 8

'No fears here': Dockers positive despite MCG loss

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is adamant the MCG holds no fears for his team, despite losing to Melbourne at the home of the grand final.

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