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West Coast Eagles veteran Brad Sheppard signs three-year extension

Sheppard has taken a major step towards becoming a one-club player after inking a new deal.

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Lachie Hunter signs five-year extension with Western Bulldogs

The son of former Footscray star Mark Hunter has pledged his long-term allegiance to the Bulldogs.

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Fans, pundits outraged over Western Bulldogs’ Thor-themed jerseys

It’s just not footy.

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Sam Newman suspends podcast after outcry from crossdressing stunt

"... It's been summarily suspended as a result of me dressing as a woman."

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Ban upheld: Melbourne recruit Steven May rubbed out of season-opener

MRO Michael Christian found May's action was careless conduct with medium impact to the head.

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Gold Coast No.3 draft pick Izak Rankine ruled out with hamstring injury

The teenager is set to miss two months with a hamstring injury.

Lucie Bertoldo

Who are the 10 best players in the AFL?

Who are the best 10 players in the AFL?

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Why the AFL touting a twilight grand final is cynical and insulting to fans

RoCo doesn't miss.

Rohan Connolly

JLT Community Series: Fixtures and results from the AFL pre-season

Sporting News has all results from the 2019 JLT Community Series.

Lucie Bertoldo

Saints fan favourite Jack Steven returns to training after taking mental health break

Steven has been spotted sporting Saints' colours.

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Star Saint Dylan Roberton suffers second heart scare

Will he return for round one?

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AFLW 2019: Live scores, fixtures, teams, how to watch

Everything you need to know about the 2019 edition of the AFLW season.

Tom Naghten

JLT Community Series: Damien Hardwick suggests Richmond peaked too early in 2018

The Tigers boss made a frank admission after Saturday’s come-from-behind win over Hawthorn.

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Steven May in hot water over late hit on Brisbane’s Jarrod Berry

''You're a dog, May!''

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Paddy Ryder in doubt for round one with fractured cheekbone

It will be a huge blow to open the season.

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Gold Coast defender Rory Thompson ruptures ACL

More bad luck for the Suns back six.

Tom Naghten

Nat Fyfe will ‘definitely’ play in Fremantle’s AFL season-opener, say Ross Lyon

The Dockers superstar went under the knife two weeks ago but is considered a certainty to face the Kangaroos in a fortnight.

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Tony Lockett: Modern forwards 'overthink' goalkicking

Tony Lockett knows a thing or two about goalkicking.

Tom Naghten

Giants skipper Callan Ward to miss six weeks with injury

A big loss for GWS.

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JLT Community Series: New faces impress in Geelong's big win over Essendon

Some very familiar faces starred but the new recruits added an extra spark in the Cats’ impressive pre-season win over the Bombers on Thursday night.

Steve Orme

AFL's embarrassing backflip on interchange boards

The AFL has been left red-faced after recalling their fancy new interchange boards because of their ineffectiveness.

Tom Naghten

Why can't West Coast go back-to-back?

Rohan Connolly looks at why most observers are writing the Eagles off in 2019.

Rohan Connolly

Suns forward Sean Lemmens to miss eight weeks with ankle injury

It's the second consecutive year that Lemmens has suffered an injury in the JLT Community Series.

Lucie Bertoldo

Jake Carlisle heading in for back surgery

"He hasn’t been able to train properly for most of January and it’s not getting better."

Tom Naghten

Giants star Stephen Coniglio 'an obvious target' for multiple clubs

Three states are set to be in the chase for the in-demand Stephen Conigilio.

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'Frustrated' Jarryd Lyons was 'ready to go with Suns' before irresistible Brisbane offer

"It was definitely frustrating but I actually put it behind me and was ready to go again with the Suns."

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AFL to appoint mental health officers

The appointment comes after a turbulent 12 months where various players have decided to step away from the game.

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Bombers defender Cale Hooker sidelined with calf injury

Essendon have been dealt a blow with key defender Cale Hooker ruled out for the start of the season with a calf injury.

Tom Naghten

Majak Daw subject to disgusting racist trolling online

Disgusting.

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Andrew Gaff to face Fremantle in JLT Community Series, says West Coast coach Adam Simpson

The Eagles won’t hide Gaff from what will be his first clash against the Dockers since his infamous Brayshaw punch.

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Stephen Hill suffers yet another quad injury

The Dockers' midfield stocks are now running dangerously low.

Lucie Bertoldo

JLT Community Series: Confusion reigns over new rules as West Coast top Geelong

There were teething problems for both teams in Perth on Friday night.

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Dayne Zorko signs contract extension with Brisbane Lions

The Lions captain will almost certainly end his career at the Lions after his surprise extension.

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All aboard the hype train: Walsh stars as Blues down Essendon in JLT opener

The name Sam Walsh was on everyone's lips after Thursday night's JLT Community Series opener.

James Pavey

Brian Lake hit with seven charges after court appearance

Former Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn star Brian Lake has been hit with seven charges, including unlawful assault, following an appearance in Melbourne Magistrates' Court.

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Taylor Adams sidelined with finger injury

Collingwood Magpies gun Taylor Adams could be set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines after suffering an injury to his finger.

Tom Naghten

Ben Stratton announced as Hawks captain

Hawthorn have announced defender Ben Stratton as their captain for 2019, taking over from Jarryd Roughead who stood down at the end of last season.

Tom Naghten

Buckley signs two-year contract extension with Collingwood

Collingwood have signed head coach Nathan Buckley to a two-year contract extension, tying him to the club until at least the end of 2021.

Tom Naghten

Mumford suspension downgraded to fine, available to make round three return

He is free to feature is GWS' round three match against Richmond.

James Pavey

Swans respond to Tom McCartin concussion reports

The young Swan is reportedly dealing with the effects of a head knock.

Tom Naghten

Hurn and Kennedy sign contract extensions with West Coast

West Coast stars Shannon Hurn and Josh Kennedy have signed contract extensions with the reigning premiers, keeping them there until at least the end of 2020.

Tom Naghten

St Kilda fan favourite to step away from footy to focus on his mental health

"He is a much-loved member of our playing group."

James Pavey

Pell removed from Richmond ambassadorial role following historic conviction

Richmond moved to distance themselves from who is now the most senior Catholic cleric to ever be convicted of child sex crimes.

James Pavey

GWS ruckman Mumford offered suspension by AFL match review

Mumford lashed out at Swan George Hewett late in a practice match last Friday.

James Pavey

10-month layoff set to end for Essendon star in JLT Series opener

"We're really comfortable with how he’s progressing."

James Pavey

AFLPA and Crows bosses want social media racists exposed

“Unfortunately it is name and shame because they are faceless, these people.”

Tom Naghten

AFL sending mixed messages with AFLX experiment

What are the AFL's priorities?

Rohan Connolly

David Swallow and Jarrod Witts to co-captain Suns

They will head up an eight-man leadership group.

Tom Naghten

Shane Mumford hits George Hewett in practice match

Return of the Mummy on hold.

Tom Naghten

Recreational drug use 'out of control': Nick Riewoldt

"There’s no recourse, there’s no ramifications, it’s a free-for-all."

Tom Naghten

Anthony 'Lehmo' Lehmann, Brendan Fevola headline 2019 Footy Show

The long-running staple gets another makeover.

Tom Naghten

AFL community rallies around Betts after 'cowardly, racist' social media comment

"The day we don’t speak up for things that matter is the day our freedom truly ends."

James Pavey

Tayla Harris misses an absolute sitter

Oh, Tayla.

Tom Naghten

Nat Fyfe to have elbow surgery

Fyfe to go under the knife.

Tom Naghten

AFLX 2019: Live scores, reaction

Four 'superhero' teams will battle it out at Marvel Stadium.

Lucie Bertoldo

AFLX: Live blog, scores, reaction

All the action from Marvel Stadium.

Tom Naghten

AFL to review illicit drugs policy amid claims of mental health loophole

The widely criticised policy is due to expire in 2020.

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AFL 2019 pre-season trial matches: Dates, times, venues

Everything you need to know about the pre-season practice matches ahead of the 2019 AFL season.

Tom Naghten

Wines and Jonas to share Port Adelaide captaincy

Breaking a 149-year tradition.

Tom Naghten

'Scissor, paper, rock' to feature at AFLX

The AFL's answer to the bat flip...

Tom Naghten

Dom Sheed signs new deal with West Coast

The man who will never have to pay for a beer in Perth gets a new deal.

Tom Naghten

North defnder Sam Durdin injured after costly knife slip

North's defensive stocks get even thinner.

Tom Naghten

Essendon rookie retires at 22

After battling a serious shoulder injury over the past 12 months, Luke Lavender has called time on his AFL career.

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Fremantle Dockers lock-in Matt Taberner with two-year contract extension

The midfielder is looking to come back fitter and stronger than ever.

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AFLW: After just three rounds, the competition's improvement is undeniable

The signs were there right from round one, when Melbourne and Fremantle managed a combined 17 goals between them.

Rohan Connolly

Richmond Tigers star Josh Caddy in doubt for Round 1 after injury setback

Caddy underwent ankle surgery shortly after the end of the 2018 AFL season.

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Lin Jong tears hamstring at training

More bad news for the luckless midfielder.

Tom Naghten

Jordan De Goey cleared of serious injury after training mishap

There's fresh concern for Collingwood, with Jordan De Goey helped off by trainers at training.

James Pavey

Melksham signs new deal with Dees

The 27-year-old will be a Dee until 2022.

Tom Naghten

Zorko to captain Lions, Neale in leadership group

The 30-year-old will officially skipper the club.

Tom Naghten

Luckless Sun Harrison Wigg ruptures ACL

He just can't catch a break.

Tom Naghten

Jarryn Geary appointed Saints captain

Although Geary returns to the Saints' helm, two stars have been omitted from the leadership group.

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Robbie Tarrant to have shoulder surgery

Not a man North can afford to lose.

Tom Naghten

Collingwood stars Jack Crisp and Will Hoskin-Elliott ink long-term contract extensions

The pair were priority signings for Collingwood during the off-season.

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AFLX: AFL continually failing to 'read the room'

Rohan Connolly writes that the AFL has poured money into something which wasn't wanted or needed and won't be appreciated for anything more than novelty value.

Rohan Connolly

Richmond Tigers sign Sydney Stack under new SSP rules

The Tigers have completed their 2019 list.

Tom Naghten

Hawthorn re-sign James Worpel on two-year contract extension

The Worpedo will remain a Hawk until at least the end of 2021.

Lucie Bertoldo

Dan Hannebery injury: St Kilda Saints recruit picks up hamstring issue

The former Swan has an ugly recent history when it comes to soft tissue injuries.

Tom Naghten

Sandy Roberts announces retirement after 46-year television career

After 1,100 VFL/AFL games.

Tom Naghten

AFLW: Sydney storm wreaks havoc on GWS-North Melbourne clash

Wild scenes at Drummoyne Oval.

Tom Naghten

Carlton Blues sign Michael Gibbons and Matt Cottrell under SSP rules

The VFL standouts get their AFL chance.

Tom Naghten

Nick Haynes signs long-term contract extension with GWS Giants

The first of several key re-signings the Giants will be targeting in 2019.

Tom Naghten

AFLX: Captains choose their teams as fans laud the content

The teams for the February 22nd event are in.

Tom Naghten

Touk Miller signs contract extension with Gold Coast Suns

Another senior player puts pen to paper at the Suns.

Tom Naghten

AFLW: Sharni Layton's transition from Diamonds star to Collingwood rookie

“Who would have thought that, as women, we would be able to run out in front of so many people? It's the best."

Lucie Bertoldo

Port Adelaide star Ollie Wines set for captaincy after 'freak' water skiing accident

"This is my job and any injury I sustain outside football jeopardises my career."

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AFLW: From Holbrook to Greater Western Sydney, the incredible rise of Alyce Parker

After moving to the big smoke, Alyse Park was rewarded with a round one nomination for the 2019 AFLW Rising Star on debut.

Lucie Bertoldo

AFLW: Iconic Geelong Cats fan photo showcases everything great about sport

The photo went viral almost immediately.

Rohan Connolly

Andrew Brayshaw urges public to move on from Andrew Gaff incident

"If me and him both want to move on, I think everyone should try to."

James Pavey

David Koch slams 'brainless' Jack Watts as Port Adelaide players lend support

"I'd absolutely throw the book at him if I had my way."

James Pavey

AFL legend Malcolm Blight slams Jack Watts as 'worst No.1 draft pick ever' after viral video

Forget that he snorted white powder, take a look at Watts' football career.

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AFLW 2019: Melbourne debutant Shae Sloane suffers season-ending ACL tear

Scans revealed on Monday that she had ruptured her right ACL during the Demons' round one loss to Fremantle.

Lucie Bertoldo

Disappointed Jack Watts concedes white powder video looks 'pretty shocking'

"It's a pretty shocking look..."

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Port Adelaide forward Jack Watts caught snorting 'white powder' in leaked video

“It’s not cocaine."

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Tom Bugg announces retirement before playing a game for Carlton

"My life away from football has changed in a very short period of time."

Tom Naghten

Collingwood Magpies news: Taylor Adams expected to sign long-term contract extension

A handy pre-season boost for the Pies.

Tom Naghten

Carlton rookie Sam Walsh a certain starter in Round 1, says Matthew Lloyd

The Blues’ prize rookie has been a shining light in an otherwise disastrous pre-season for the struggling club.

Steve Orme

AFLW expansion: All 18 clubs the aim, but there's no need to rush it

"Growing at the right speed is forefront for us."

James Pavey

Ollie Wines' brother launches Twitter tirade at Kane Cornes over criticism

"The amount of sh*t that has come from your mouth the last couple of days is absolutely stunning."

Tom Naghten

Port Adelaide defend Ollie Wines' water skiing passion amid heated criticism

'We're not here to rule their lives.'

Lucie Bertoldo

Adelaide rookie Patrick Wilson slapped with suspension over drink driving charge

The rookie will be unavailable for senior selection for the first two rounds of the 2019 season.

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AFL world reacts to 'embarrassing' Alex Fasolo injury

"You’re allowed to have a beer and play wrestle with your mates but your career’s on death row. Do you really have to?"

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More Blues for Carlton as Alex Fasolo breaks arm in off-field incident

What is going on at Carlton?

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Fremantle midfielder Connor Blakely ruled out with hamstring injury

Another injury setback for the young Docker.

Lucie Bertoldo

Carlton Blues suffer another preseason setback after Matthew Kreuzer underwent knee-surgery

Another case of the Carlton Blues.

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Nat Fyfe docked as Fremantle captain for third consecutive year

Fyfe will also be joined by a new recruit in the leadership team.

Lucie Bertoldo

Essendon duo Michael Hurley and Cale Hooker dumped from new-look leadership group

There was no room for Hurley or Hooker in a five-man leadership group for the upcoming campaign.

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North Melbourne defender Marley Williams fined after alleged nightclub brawl

It's not the first time that the Roos backman has found himself in the middle of a nightclub brawl.

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Geelong Cats news: Brandan Parfitt signs contract extension

The Cats have locked away the promising youngster

Tom Naghten

Adelaide Crows announce Taylor Walker and Rory Sloane as co-captains for 2019

Walker and Sloane will be the first co-captains ever in the club's history.

Lucie Bertoldo

Brisbane defender Darcy Gardiner suffers injury set-back with torn PCL

It's the first major setback of the Lions' pre-season.

Lucie Bertoldo

Sydney Swans lock down untried midfielder Nick Blakey on two-year deal

The promising youngster is the son of AFL great John Blakey.

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Brisbane Lions extend contracts of untried duo Tom Fullarton and Connor McFayden

The duo are yet to make their senior AFL debut.

Lucie Bertoldo

Essendon's pre-season punctuated by Cale Hooker, Zach Merrett injuries

A disrupted start to the year for the Bombers.

James Pavey

Jarrod Witts signs five-year contract extension with Gold Coast Suns

Are things finally turning around on the Coast?

Tom Naghten

Carlton defender Liam Jones to undergo surgery after sustaining hand fracture

Carlton suffer another case of the Blues in their injury ridden pre-season.

Lucie Bertoldo

Majak Daw pens letter to North Melbourne supporters

"I have been blessed with a second chance at life."

Tom Naghten

Hawks star Tom Mitchell 'up for another challenge' following preseason leg break

"The highs and lows can change in a second but I am up for another challenge and will be back out there in no time.”

Lucie Bertoldo

AFLX: Fans react to release of 'superhero' artwork

"I’d rather attend a re-showing of the 2007 GF, and I’m a Port fan."

Tom Naghten

Tom Mitchell likely to miss season with broken leg

Not good news for the 2018 Brownlow Medallist.

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Sydney Swans are Australia's most popular AFL club claims former CEO Andrew Ireland

"The Swans Academy has made an incredible difference to footy in Sydney."

Lucie Bertoldo

Connolly: What I want from a new year of AFL football

AFL fans have usually had to concede that the sizzle had overshadowed the quality of the actual sausage.

Rohan Connolly

Harley Bennell booted from Perth pub, Fremantle Dockers confirm

The highly-talented Bennell was already on his final warning from the Dockers.

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Alex Johnson ready to fight for his AFL dream

The determination from this young man is incredible.

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Mitch McGovern injury: Another blow for Carlton as recruit suffers back fracture

Someone at Ikon Park keeps walking under ladders.

James Pavey

Grant Birchall injury: Hawthorn veteran suffers knee setback

The defender's luckless run continues.

Tom Naghten

Sydney Swans CEO Andrew Ireland opens up on Lance Franklin, Tom Mitchell deals

"I don't think he seriously considered anywhere else."

Tom Naghten

Carlton forward Jarrod Pickett to undergo knee surgery after freak training mishap

Another devastating injury setback for Pickett.

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AFLW: Richmond, St Kilda, West Coast and Gold Coast to enter competition

The competition will expand to 14 teams in 2020.

Tom Naghten

Shocking details emerge from Majak Daw's 'self-destructive' bridge incident

The events in the lead up to the incident have been revealed.

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Majak Daw to undergo surgery in coming days, North Melbourne confirm

The Kangaroos have provided an update on the 27-year-old.

Tom Naghten

Jimmy Bartel joins GWS Giants board as football director

The Geelong legend heads to the Giants.

Tom Naghten

North Melbourne's Majak Daw reportedly hospitalised after bridge incident

Daw was reportedly rescued by emergency services in the Yarra River around 11pm on Monday night.

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Revamped AFLX a sign of things to come for the competition?

The corporatisation of the AFL continues.

Rohan Connolly

AFLX 2019: The Deadlys, Bolt, Flyers and Rampage - logos and captains revealed

The revamped AFLX will showcase four teams captained by Patrick Dangerfield, Eddie Betts, Nat Fyfe and Jack Riewoldt.

Lucie Bertoldo

AFLX: Patrick Dangerfield, Eddie Betts to captain revamped teams 'Speed' and 'Skill'

Will you be watching?

Tom Naghten

Michael Gibbons training with Carlton Blues following Sam Docherty injury

Could he finally get his chance at AFL level?

Tom Naghten

SN50: How we ranked the AFL players

Eight out of the top 50 play in the AFL or AFLW: an impressive ratio.

Mick Stirling

SN50: For Clayton Oliver, there's no going back once he turns a corner

When the penny drops for the highest-ranked AFL player in the SN50, it does so with a thud.

Rohan Connolly

AFL Commission cracks down on player misconduct with revised MRO and Tribunal systems

High-impact strikes to the head will incur an automatic three-match suspension under the new rules.

Lucie Bertoldo

Daniel Menzel injury: Sydney Swans recruit goes under the knife

An early setback for the former Cat.

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Sam Docherty injury: Carlton star suffers ACL rupture

Shocking news for the newly appointed co-captain.

Tom Naghten

AFL 2019: List management is a less perfect science than ever before

Which clubs are best-placed in list terms next season?

Rohan Connolly

Australia's elite swimmers are 'living below the poverty line' says former Olympian Kieren Perkins

“Why would you become a swimmer or an athlete or a diver when you see what guys in AFL are able to be paid or other professional sports?"

Lucie Bertoldo

Olympic swimming hero Kyle Chalmers keen to chase AFL career

"I would give absolutely everything to see if that dream would take off."

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Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy signs two-year contract extension with Dockers

Darcy is set to anchor the Docker's No.1 position in 2019.

Lucie Bertoldo

AFL to increase VFL curtain-raisers in 2019, report

Everything old is new again.

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Dane Rampe signs three-year extension with Sydney Swans

Another key re-signing for the club.

Tom Naghten

Gold Coast sign untried duo Josh Corbett and Chris Burgess to four-year deals

The Suns' player retention period is in full swing.

Lucie Bertoldo

North Melbourne sign former Bulldog Tom Campbell under new selection rules

The veteran will support Todd Goldstein in the ruck following the depature of Braydon Preuss.

Lucie Bertoldo

Shane Mumford confirmed to make GWS Giants return in 2019

The Mummy returns!

James Pavey

Alex Johnson joins Northern Blues in development and playing role

The luckless former Swan has found a new home.

Tom Naghten

Travis Boak steps down as captain of Port Adelaide

Boak led the Power in 137 matches over six years, making him the most-capped skipper in the club's history.

Troy Whittaker

James Hird hit by car while cycling in Melbourne

The incident occurred in Richmond.

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Jarryd Roughead steps down as Hawthorn Hawks captain

The veteran forward held the position for two seasons.

Tom Naghten

Gillon McLachlan confirms AFL will 'review' live trading rules after Swans' draft coup

"It looked clever trading to me."

Tom Naghten

AFL Draft: 2018 delivers winners on a broader scale

Only two years ago, Tassie was unable to have a single player selected in an entire draft.

Rohan Connolly

Collingwood duo Levi Greenwood, Tyson Goldsack allegedly involved in altercation with Nathan Djerrkura, reports

The two Magpies were allegedly involved in a physical altercation with ex-player Nathan Djerrkura in a remote Northern Territory pub.

Lucie Bertoldo

St Kilda Saints hit up members for $200 towards 'innovation fund'

In order to "keep pace with the competition."

Sporting News

AFL Draft: Carlton legend Stephen Silvagni defends risky live trade with Adelaide

A genius move or calamitous call? Only time will tell.

Steve Orme

AFL Draft: How Sydney Swans pulled a swifty to get Nick Blakey on the cheap

Here's how the biggest play on AFL draft night went down.

Tom Naghten

AFL Draft: Carlton select Sam Walsh with pick number one

The first night of the revamped draft system got underway at Marvel Stadium.

Tom Naghten

Marcus Bontempelli signs contract extension with Western Bulldogs

The Bont is hanging around in Footscray.

James Pavey

AFL grand final: Best of three not such a grand idea

In its current shape, the idea has more a sense of two wrongs attempting to make a right

Rohan Connolly

Taylor Walker granted personal leave by Adelaide Crows following family tragedy

Our thoughts are with the Crows skipper and his partner at this time.

Tom Naghten

St Kilda Saints recruit Dan Hannebery has a 'point to prove' at new club

Can the former Swan recapture his best form?

Tom Naghten

Six delisted free agents your club should look at ahead of the AFL rookie draft

Some of these blokes must be worth taking a punt on?

Tom Naghten

AFLW players set for pay rise following announcement of CBA

An historic agreement for women's footy.

Tom Naghten

AFL Draft: Jack Watts the turning point in number one pick hysteria

Why are we more forgiving these days?

Rohan Connolly

Chris Yarran charged over car stealing spree

The former Carlton player has been granted bail.

Sporting News

Dayne Zorko goes underground after alleged revenge Instagram hack from ex-partner

Zorko moved quickly to shut down his social media presence.

Sporting News

AFL draft: Grand final memories lost in relentless news cycle

There’s a longer-term price to be paid when the loud music and flashing lights never stop.

Rohan Connolly

GWS hand down sanctions on Shane Mumford over drug video

The ruckman has been hit hard.

Michael Di Lonardo

Hawthorn veteran Brendan Whitecross moves to North Melbourne as VFL player and assistant coach

"I'm in good spirits. One door closes and another one opens."

Lucie Bertoldo

GWS Giants' Shane Mumford likely to cop two-match ban if he makes comeback

The AFL aren't going lightly on him.

Sporting News

Collingwood announce four contract extensions, while Jarryd Blair gets delisted

Plenty of off-season list management news at the Magpies.

Tom Naghten

Tom Liberatore signs contract extension with Western Bulldogs

The premiership midfielder has signed a one-year deal.

Tom Naghten

Gold Coast delist Jesse Lonergan, re-draft Harrison Wigg and Brad Scheer as rookies

The Suns have continued their major player movement ahead of Wednesday's list lodgement deadline.

Lucie Bertoldo

JLT Community Series: Fixture released for 2019 edition

The AFL will again take it's preseason competition to regional towns.

Sporting News

Hawthorn delist veteran Brendan Whitecross and Kieran Lovell, Dan Howe re-signs

Hawks announce team changes ahead of Wednesday's list lodgement deadline.

Lucie Bertoldo

Former AFL player Colin Sylvia dies aged 32

Very sad news.

Sporting News

Ben Simmons sparks social media frenzy after bizarre cross-code tweet

Jarryd Hayne, Usain Bolt, Ben Simmons?

Lucie Bertoldo

Daniel Menzel and Jordan Murdoch delisted by Geelong Cats

The cuts continue.

Tom Naghten

Sydney Swans cut fringe duo Dan Robinson and Harry Marsh

The Swans clip another two players' wings.

Lucie Bertoldo

AFLW Draft 2018: Geelong Cats select Nina Morrison with pick 1

The expansion club picked up the local junior with the first selection.

Tom Naghten

UPDATE: Shane Mumford cocaine video was shot in 2015

"We are aware of a video currently circulating and are looking into the matter."

Sporting News

AFL delistings: Port Adelaide and Fremantle announce list changes

Clubs continue to make some tough calls.

Tom Naghten

AFL trade news 2018: All the deals on every player at every club

We wrap up a frantic AFL trade period.

The Rover

AFL trade news: Dylan Shiel finally gets to Essendon Bombers

Essendon has won the race for Dylan Shiel.

Tom Naghten

AFL trade news: Dayne Beams gets back to Collingwood Magpies

The midfielder gets his trade in an 11th hour deal.

Tom Naghten

AFL trade news: Steven May joins Melbourne Demons from Suns

The Dees backline now looking very strong.

Tom Naghten

AFL trade news: Who wins the Steven May deal, Melbourne or Gold Coast?

It's all happening now.

Sporting News

AFL trade news: Rory Lobbs his way to Fremantle Dockers

Another one departs the Giants.

Tom Naghten

AFL trade news: Who wins the Jesse Hogan deal, Melbourne or Fremantle?

Melbourne finally budged, but it may have come at a price.

Sporting News

AFL trade news: Who wins the Lachie Neale deal, Brisbane or Fremantle?

Who won the Neale deal - Brisbane, or Fremantle?

Mick Stirling

AFL trade news: Melbourne accept Fremantle's offer for Jesse Hogan

Did the Demons cave?

Michael Di Lonardo

AFL trade news: Fremantle's Lachie Neale secures Brisbane Lions trade

Neale deal done!

James Pavey

AFL trade news: Tom Scully gets to Hawthorn Hawks for a fourth-round pick

The Giants all but giving away the former number one draft pick.

Tom Naghten

AFL trade news: Collingwood Magpies re-sign seven including Langdon, Moore and Thomas

Good news if you're a Pies fan.

Tom Naghten

David Koch in hot water over inappropriate Usain Bolt slavery joke

“Who said slavery was over?''

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