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Simeon Thomas-Wilson is an AFL reporter based in Adelaide for News Corp’s National Sports Newsroom and CODE Sports. Prior to that he reported on sport, crime, politics and urban affairs for The Advertiser in Adelaide and The Mercury in Hobart. In 2021 he won the Clinton Grybas award for the best emerging talent in football media.

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AFLW

Juliet Haslam Q&A: AFLW boss on Port’s reality check, next Erin

Port Adelaide finished its 2023 AFLW season on a high – but in reality, it was just the Power’s third win in two seasons. So where are things really at? Find out in the exclusive Q&A.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 5: Chad Wingard of the Hawks in action during the 2023 AFL Round 21 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Collingwood Magpies at Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 5, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Pies launch shock bid to poach delisted Wingard

Hawthorn is committed to re-selecting Chad Wingard in the rookie draft after delisted him this week – but the veteran forward has met with Collingwood.

Crows

Another Irish recruit on Crows radar after Keane success

A top Irish prospect will train with Adelaide in pre-season as he looks to win a spot on the Crows’ rookie list and join compatriot Mark Keane at the club.

AFLW

Full fixture: AFLW finals locked in after thrilling final day

It went down to the very last minutes of the minor round but the first week of the AFLW finals is locked in – and the Bombers will make their maiden appearance. See the full fixture.

AFL

AFL Round 1. 21/03/2021. North Melbourne vs Port Adelaide at the Marvel Stadium, Melbourne. Scott Lycett of the Power celebrates his goal in the fourth quarter . Pic: Michael Klein

Retired Lycett responds to links to Victorian clubs

Scott Lycett has revealed whether he’s open to interest from Victorian clubs — including Collingwood and Geelong — after retiring at the end of Port Adelaide’s campaign.

AFLW

‘Disbelief’: Cross-coder on AFLW whirlwind, Phillips’ legacy

Katelyn Pope thought her footy career was over, then a phone call changed everything. She touches on her journey to Port Adelaide as well as the farewell of teammate Erin Phillips.

AFL

12/09/19 - Magpies champs George Fiacchi and Tim Ginever will be part of Port Adelaide ramping up its celebrations ahead of the club's 150th year in 2020.Picture: Tom Huntley

‘Pull the plug’: Port planned to walk from SANFL in ‘97

Port Adelaide greats Brian Cunningham and George Fiacchi have backed the club’s push to leave the SANFL with the former CEO revealing that was always the Power’s intention.

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Saturday, 1st April, 2023 - SANFL Showdown. Port Adelaide v Adelaide Crows at the Adelaide Oval. Hugh Bond of the Adelaide Crows and Ollie Lord of Port Adelaide Picture: Sarah Reed

Power’s SANFL exit could remove eastern seaboard ‘advantage’

After Port Adelaide officially took the first steps towards dumping the SANFL to join a national reserves competition, Power CEO Matthew Richardson says it is critical to make the league even.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 20: Clayton Oliver of the Demons runs with the ball during the round 23 AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Hawthorn Hawks at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 20, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Oliver reveals combination of factors that caused ambulance trip

Melbourne star Clayton Oliver says a combination of factors contributed to his hospital dash earlier this month, while revealing the expectations the Dees had placed on him.

AFLW

Why AFL must honour Phillips with medal name

She might think there are others that deserve it but Erin Phillips deserves the ultimate honour from the AFL for her historic career, and the league must act quickly.

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