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The Latest Breaking News from the Sydney Swans

Suspended Swans in running for club best-and-fairest

The Sydney Swans have opted against ruling the five players the club suspended ineligible for the club champion award - and two are among the frontunners.

AAP · Sep 25

Giant heartbreak: AFLW thriller at Manuka Oval leaves GWS devastated

The Giants were in a winning position, but fell at the end.

The Canberra Times · Aug 30

Leaving embattled Swans was tough: new Bombers coach

New Essendon coach and ex-Sydney assistant Mark McVeigh was shocked by the Swans' hotel scandal, adding it was hard to leave the AFL club in a tough moment.

AAP · Aug 25

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Richmond Tigers Players Accused Of ‘Mocking’ Sydney Swans Allegations During Mad Monday

“What we need is good blokes out there having conversations around this and calling it out for what it is, because this is unacceptable, and we need to make sure we do better.”

Pedestrian.tv · Aug 25

Third woman who joined Sydney Swans players in Melbourne hotel considers legal action after ‘incredibly traumatic experience’

Slater and Gordon says client exploring civil claim while continuing to speak with police as they investigate alleged sexual assault

The Guardian - AU · Aug 22

'Tipping point' in AFL's problem with gendered violence

Amid an epidemic of violence against women, advocates hope discussion on the Sydney Swans allegations has pushed Australian elite football to a tipping point.

AAP · Aug 21

Sydney Swans ban 5 players for rest of AFL season over hotel misconduct and a police investigation

Five Australian rules footballers have been banned for the rest of the AFL season by the Sydney Swans for breaching club standards during a stay at a Melbourne hotel that led to a police investigation into sexual assault allegations

The Independent UK · Aug 19

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AFL stand-down policy plea as heat on Swans intensifies

A senior politician has linked a public statement delivered by a Sydney Swans executive to toxic attitudes that fuel gender-based violence.

AAP · Aug 19

5 Sydney Swans Players Stood Down For AFL Season Amidst Sexual Assault Investigation

Sydney Swans have confirmed that Riley Bice, Nick Blakey, Isaac Heeney, James Jordon and Chad Warner will be stood down.

Pedestrian.tv · Aug 19

What should the AFL do when players are linked to sexual assault investigations?

The Australian Football League (AFL) and the Sydney Swans are confronting a question Australian sport has repeatedly failed to answer clearly: what should happen when players are linked to police investigations of alleged sexual violence, but the criminal process is incomplete – or inconclusive?

The Conversation · Aug 18

Swans under investigation over alleged sexual assault

Sydney chief executive Matthew Pavlich says the AFL club is working with relevant authorities over sexual assault allegations involving Swans players.

AAP · Aug 17

Star Swans ruck to miss Port clash, debutant picked

Sydney and Port Adelaide have swung changes for their clash at the SCG, with both clubs picking a debutant ruckman.

AAP · Aug 7

AFL club admits 'error of judgment' on Bondi tribute

The Sydney Swans have apologised over an AFL pre-game tribute to the Bondi terror attack victims that failed to mention the Jewish community.

AAP · Mar 16

Sydney Swans’ Taylor Adams Allegedly Knocked Unconscious Outside Of Eastern Suburbs Pub

Sydney Swans player Taylor Adams was allegedly punched and knocked unconscious outside of Club Rose Bay in Sydney's eastern suburbs.

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 25

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AAP · Sep 23, 2025

Inside the Lions and Cats' race to five premierships

Geelong and the Brisbane Lions have each won four premierships this century, but the two AFL powerhouses have taken different paths to this year's grand final.

AAP · Aug 6, 2025

Dockers champion to tackle 'unknowns' as Swans boss

Australian Football Hall of Fame member Matthew Pavlich will take over from Tom Harley as chief executive of the Sydney Swans at the end of the 2025 season.

Pedestrian.tv · Apr 21, 2025

Teenage AFL Fan Ejected & Handed ‘Youth Caution’ After Throwing An Object At Aliir Aliir

A 16-year-old AFL fan has been handed a ban and a "youth caution" after throwing an object at Aliir Aliir on Sunday's AFL game.

AAP · Nov 25, 2024

John Longmire unsure whether he will coach again

Sydney Swans coach John Longmire has handed the reins to long-time assistant Dean Cox, deciding to step down after his 14th season in charge of the AFL club.

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AAP · Oct 2, 2024

Swans veteran Parker requests trade to North Melbourne

Sydney veteran Luke Parker wants an AFL trade to the Kangaroos after months of speculation surrounding his playing future.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 28, 2024

Sydney Swans fans’ high hopes soon turn sour as Brisbane Lions roar to victory

‘Painful to watch’: Swans fans feel ‘lost’ after team suffers devastating defeat, once again

AAP · Sep 26, 2024

Sydney Swans' team for the 2024 AFL grand final

A look at the squad the Sydney Swans will take into Saturday's AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions at the MCG.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2024

Sydney glitz or Brisbane grit? Who casual onlookers should get behind in AFL grand final

The first non-Victorian premiership decider since 2006 takes place at the MCG on Saturday. But who should non Swans or Lions fans support?

Pedestrian.tv · Jun 20, 2024

The Sydney Swans Tried To Recreate The Women’s Weekly Duck Cake And Ew Brother, What’s That

The Sydney Swans AFL and AFLW teams have attempted to recreate the infamous Australian Women's Weekly duck cake for their 150th birthday.

AAP · Apr 10, 2024

Gulden rejects 10-year rival deal, re-signs with Swans

Exciting young midfielder Errol Gulden has knocked back a 10-year offer from a rival AFL club and has signed a four-year extension with Sydney.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 4, 2023

Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin: how family and self-belief shaped a football great

Through his culture, dedication and skill, the quiet former Sydney Swans forward crafted himself into one of the AFL’s best athletes

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