Crows order ‘immediate review’ after Thebby mishap
The Crows have ordered an “immediate review” of the planning documentation around their $100m plan to construct a new training base at Thebarton Oval after a mix-up.
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Heartbreak at shock death of AFLW trailblazer
Devastated friends have paid tribute to women’s football pioneer Sal Rees whose sudden death at age 58 has sparked an outpouring of emotion.
RIP Redders: Call that nearly made Aussie Test great a Cat
Test great Ian Redpath was honoured at a funeral service, where it was revealed he passed up the chance to play for his beloved Geelong Cats. See the heartfelt tributes to the man known as ‘Redders’.
‘Nothing like it’: Coach’s message to Lions
The “business” of winning back-to-back AFL premierships awaits the Brisbane Lions next month when they return to training after Christmas.
Hands off, Tassie: Lions lock in heroic premiership coach
Fresh from leading Brisbane to a first flag in 21 years, senior coach Chris Fagan has re-signed with the club. JAY CLARK has the details.
A-list footy couple’s huge baby news
One of the most adorable families in football is celebrating special news this Christmas with photos leaving fans overjoyed.
‘Right habits’: Lions promise ‘no shortcuts’
The all-conquering Brisbane Lions have shown no signs of complacency during their first block of pre-season training.
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Matt Rowell opens up on Dimma, his Suns future and Victorian interest
Suns midfielder Matt Rowell has spoken about his long-term future heading into the final year of his contract amid strong Victorian interest.
Suns’ summer standouts prompt King’s big 2025 call
Gold Coast spearhead Ben King has raved about the young forwards at the Suns, insisting it could force Damien Hardwick into a rethink of the Suns’ 2025 line-up.
The mindset shift which turned rising Sun into a superstar
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Walter’s vow after rude AFL awakening
Jed Walter dominated junior football, but after his first year at Gold Coast he has learnt the AFL is a different beast. Now, he has a plan to make the leap from good to great.
Foxtel sold in blockbuster $3.4bn deal
Foxtel has been sold in a blockbuster $3.4 billion deal set to shake up Australia’s media and sport landscape.
Richmond great weighs in on Tigers’ bold off-season moves
There was a mass exodus of stars at Richmond within just two months of Neil Balme leaving the club. The former Tigers administrator has his say on the trade and draft strategy.
‘One of the greats’: AFL star in coma after pre-Christmas tragedy
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AFL star fighting for life after being crushed
A Brisbane Lions premiership winner is fighting for life in hospital after he was crushed by an excavator at his home.
AFL star fighting for life after freak incident
A Brisbane Lions premiership player is reportedly fighting for his life in hospital after he was involved in a freak accident.
‘2025 is my year’: SPP fires up ahead of return to ‘play for Kenny’
Sam Powell-Pepper describes the moment he tore his ACL as ‘the worst pain ever’ – but, the Power livewirew knows 2025 will be his year, as he talks MATT TURNER through his tough 2024.
‘Competitive buggers’: AFL greats align for India’s top contact sport
Dyson Heppell thought he was about to have a relaxing summer after retirement, that was until Campbell Brown came calling. Now, he and a host of AFL greats are set to play India’s top contact sport.
Dees or Suns? Famous Melbourne name opens up on ‘tough’ call
Kalani White, the son of Demons great Jeff, is one of the top prospects in next year’s draft. But will he pass up the father-son option altogether? A complicated, difficult decision awaits.
Rookie Bible: The must-have SuperCoach cheapies of 2025
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AFLW deadline day: Harris’ cloudy future after Hawks deal collapses
After two weeks of negotiation, Tayla Harris’ future remains in doubt after the Hawks and Demons could not agree to a deal for the star forward. Recap AFLW trade deadline day here.
Trade latest: Premiership defender requests trade to Hawthorn
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Balta, Fogarty mega deals set high price in barren tall market
The long-term deals signed by Darcy Fogarty and Noah Balta have set the standard in the key-position market, with clubs likely to need six or seven-year offers to keep their stars around.
Superstar Swan Cox’s first priority, but is it enough to keep him?
Dean Cox has a lot to do in his first weeks as head coach of the Sydney Swans. But there’s no doubt what his first priority should be, making sure one of the biggest stars at the Swans stays put.
From hoops to hoops: Inside Cats recruit’s footy rebirth
Piper Dunlop traded one elite sport for another as Geelong plucked the rookie ruck from their VFLW side at last week’s AFLW draft. The former hooper opens up on her decision to pursue footy.
‘Couldn’t escape it’: The injury comeback Cats’ top pick faced head on
Alexis Gregor was one of the AFLW’s biggest draft bolters to land at Geelong in the top 10, despite injury robbing her of more than a year of her junior career. Plus, the Cats’ crystal clear draft strategy.
Regional Victoria pitched as home of AFLW Gather Round
The AFLW could soon have its own AFLW Gather Round and Geelong has launched its bid to host the event alongside another major regional Victorian city.
The midfielder top Suns draftee ‘idolised’
Just days after being selected at No.2 in the AFLW draft Havana Harris is dreaming of a ‘team up’ she hopes will make the Suns shine in 2025. Find out about her AFLW goals here.
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Dyson Heppell explains how he got into Kabaddi
Dyson Heppell explains how he got into Kabaddi ahead of the one-off Kabaddi match happening in Melbourne between Australia and India.
Full injury list: Every club’s biggest Christmas concerns
The first chunk of the pre-season is over, with plenty of players racing the clock to prove their fitness before the start of the new campaign. We run the rule over who is fit at every club here.
‘Pure sludge and rubbish’: Hird Sr slams Dons over glory days barb
Does David Barham want to expunge the club’s successful past because under his watch the Essendon Football Club is afraid of success? Allan Hird asks big questions of the Bombers boss.
Lions lock in heroic Premiership coach
AFL: The premiership-winning mentor has extended his contract for another two years following his 2024 flag.
Nasty injury sidelines Dees skipper
A painful injury in pre-season training has derailed the summer plans of Melbourne’s star captain.
How Old Brighton plans to rebound
Old Brighton came close to creating club history in 2024 but fell short at the final hurdle. Here’s how they can go one step better with the inclusion of some big names.
Set up to fail? Every AFL club’s nightmare 2025 fixture slot
When the 2025 fixture arrived, most looked straight at the marquee games, but every club footy boss went for the day breaks between clashes. Which game is your team set up to fail in?
‘A lot to be grateful for’: Sam Powell-Pepper on family and footy
‘Grateful’ Port Adelaide star Sam Powell-Pepper gushes about his young family and opens up about the role they played during his recovery from…
Barham: Any Dons living in past ‘working against the club’
Essendon president David Barham has told Bombers faithful the club must look to the future instead of being caught up in the glory days of the 80s and 90s and disunity of the past 20 years.
Star Crow puts heat on Nicks in bid for midfield minutes
Best known as a livewire forward, Izak Rankine has set the bar high for 2025 and put the heat on his coach to increase his time in the Adelaide engine room.
Media Street: McClure’s next role locked in after radio farewell
Footy journalist Sam McClure’s next role has been decided after he farewelled his 3AW radio post. Find out more in the latest edition of Media Street.
Track watch: St Kilda’s new-look attacking set-up
SANFL recruit Harry Boyd has been given the keys to St Kilda’s midfield as Rowan Marshall transitions into attack. How will their split work?…
Dockers lock in Young until 2033
AFL: Fremantle have locked in Hayden Young until 2033 as the young star is set to be a Docker for life.
De Koning future with Blues in doubt
AFL: Tom De Koning’s future with the Blues is in doubt after rival teams will be offer better contracts to the rising star.
‘Quite a bit of change’: Cats reveal plans for indoor training facility
Further details have emerged about a proposed indoor training hub outside GMHBA Stadium which could be built in an existing car park.
‘Bit crazy’: Bonkers AFL contract signed until 2033
It could be a momentous statement of faith or an incredible blunder, but Fremantle now have the longest contracted player in the AFL after a staggering move.
Forever Young: Docker signs AFL’s longest contract
Hayden Young is now the longest-contracted player in the AFL after signing a six-year extension tying him to the club well into the 2030s.
AFL free agent talks on his future
Tom De Koning could attract some life-changing offers as an AFL free agent and he knows where talk of his future sits.
AFL makes call on sub as 2025 rule changes locked in
The AFL has made its decision on the controversial sub rule for 2025, while also locking in a minor change to the advantage rule. JAY CLARK has the full details.
Track watch: Rankine’s high praise for Draper as Crows sweat it out
Izak Rankine has massive raps on the Crows’ newest top draftee after Adelaide completed its toughest training session of the year. See the full notes from the track.
Track Watch: Bulked-up big man passes test after injury setback
Sam De Koning had been eased into pre-season after undergoing surgery, but he was back in the thick of it for Geelong’s last session. And Bailey Smith was busy.
Crows endure heavy running session
The Crows were put to the test in a heavy running session in what was their last training before Christmas.
Blockbusters galore: Download your 2025 SANFL fixture poster
The 2025 SANFL and SANFLW fixtures have been released and they are stacked with massive games. Download your poster of the full schedule.
Track watch: Dogs talls to ease into training as draftees impress
The Western Bulldogs’ three talisman forwards have a date they will return to the track from injury, while the Dogs have been impressed with the form of fresh faces. See the full training notes.
Buckley saves Heeney after HUGE hanger
AFL: Giants defender James Buckley received plenty of praise when he saved Isaac Heeny from suffering a nasty tumble, following his amazing mark….
Track watch: Saints’ first hint at extent of Marshall’s forward move
SANFL recruit Harry Boyd has been given the keys to St Kilda’s midfield as Rowan Marshall transitions into attack. How will their split work? JOSH BARNES has the latest intel.
Setback for Sydney’s top draft pick
Sydney’s first pick in the AFL draft has been dealt an injury blow just a month into his career.
100+ names: Every VFL recruit for 2025 profiled
It was a busy start to recruiting for VFL clubs as they set out to bolster their squads for the 2025 season. Here are 120 confirmed signings going into the Christmas break.
SuperCoach Team Picker now open: Top prices, big shocks revealed
An AFL superstar heads the SuperCoach rich list again. See 2025 prices of the big names and top draft picks as Team Picker opens exclusively for subscribers.
Dees expect Petracca drama to prompt widespread AFL change
Melbourne has again defended its medical team’s decision to allow Christian Petracca to return to the field with what would later be revealed as catastrophic injuries. Plus, what the Demons have learned from the drama.
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