The Latest Breaking News from Robert Walls

Blues, Lions to honour Walls with best-afield medal

Carlton and Brisbane will honour Robert Walls, who died in May, with a best-afield medal that will be awarded for the first time after Thursday night's game.

AAP · Jul 7, 2025

AFL giant Walls gives message from beyond the grave

A decorated player, a ruthless coach and an insightful media performer, Robert Walls has been remembered as a "big softie" around his family.

AAP · May 22, 2025

A week of grief is a reminder to reflect on the magnificent triviality of sport

After the death of Adam Selwood followed that of his twin brother Troy, all we can do is afford the family the full measure of their unspeakable grief

The Guardian - AU · May 18, 2025

Carlton, Fitzroy and Brisbane great Robert Walls did it his way – in life and in death

Walls, who has died aged 74, will be remembered as a teacher, a competitor and a hard but fair man after he chose voluntary assisted dying over a second cancer fight

The Guardian - AU · May 15, 2025

'I've had a wonderful life': AFL in mourning for great

Robert Walls, who was diagnosed with cancer two years ago, has died after a celebrated AFL career as a player, coach and commentator.

AAP · May 15, 2025

Carlton legend Walls backs under-fire Blues coach Voss

Critics of under-fire Carlton coach Michael Voss should "shut up", says Blues legend Robert Walls.

AAP · Jun 15, 2023

Walls, Lewis to help Bombers coach search

Robert Walls and former Hawthorn star Jordan Lewis have been appointed part of a six-person committee to help find Essendon a new coach for the 2023 AFL season.

AAP · Aug 26, 2022