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‘We belong here’: North’s evolution to AFLW yardstick

North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney is happy to accept favouritism heading into this year’s AFLW Grand Final and has revealed why she thinks her side truly belongs on the big stage.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 15: Ash Riddell of the Kangaroos celebrates kicking a goal during the round three AFLW match between Melbourne Demons and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Casey Fields, on September 15, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

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All class: Roos ball magnet Riddell builds her own fan base

Grand Final week is supposed to be all about the spotlight. But, North Melbourne star Ash Riddell’s approach is much more low key than most — and, she wouldn’t have it any other way.

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Defying history: Damning numbers engulf North’s hunt for perfection

North Melbourne could enter the rarest of air this weekend as the first team to go through an entire season undefeated. But history suggests they might be in some trouble.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 03: Dakota Davidson of the Lions celebrates with the premiership cup during the 2023 AFLW Grand Final match between The North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos and The Brisbane Lions at IKON Park on December 03, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

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GF teams: Lions, Kangaroos both unchanged for epic rematch

North Melbourne and Brisbane have named unchanged sides for Saturday night’s AFLW Grand Final as the Kangaroos back Tess Craven to overcome soreness in time for the decider.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 25: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos looks on after winning the round 2 AFL match between the Fremantle Dockers and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Optus Stadium, on March 25, 2023, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Ralph: Fair play to Roos, but Perth venture looms as on-field disaster

Fair play to the Kangaroos for trying to secure a $2 million windfall each year by playing home games in Perth, but it’s hard to see how it will help them climb the ladder, writes Jon Ralph.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 23: Tom Powell of the Kangaroos (L) celebrates a goal with teammate Jy Simpkin during the 2024 AFL Round 2 match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and the Fremantle Dockers on March 23, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Go west: How North’s WA sell-off will impact 2025 fixture

North Melbourne is poised to sell two home games to Western Australia, including one which will be played two hours from Perth. Here’s what it means for the 2025 fixture.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 07: Jaidyn Stephenson of the Kangaroos is tackled by George Hewett of the Blues during the round four AFL match between North Melbourne Kangaroos and Carlton Blues at Marvel Stadium, on April 07, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

‘Find that spark’: Ex-Magpie tips Stephenson to return

Jaidyn Stephenson went from the AFL’s Rising Star in 2018 to retired in 2024. After his sudden retirement, a former Magpie says he hopes the prodigious talent isn’t lost to football.

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What really happened during ‘hurt’ Daniel’s Bulldogs exit

Caleb Daniel was playing AFL footy consistently for almost nine years when he was sent to the Bulldogs reserves. He reveals how he found himself on the outer and off to North Melbourne.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. March 3, 2024. AFL. Community Cup series. St Kilda vs North Melbourne at RSEA Park, Moorabbin. Jaidyn Stephenson of the Kangaroos . Pic: Michael Klein

Shock as 25-year-old AFL star suddenly quits

The winner of the AFL’s 2018 Rising Star award has announced he’s walking away from the game at the age of just 25.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 28: Caleb Daniel of the Kangaroos poses during a North Melbourne Kangaroos AFL media opportunity at Arden Street Ground on October 28, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

‘Lack of trust’: Reason for Bulldog’s exit revealed

Caleb Daniel was one of two All-Australians who battled for game time at the Western Bulldogs in 2024 and he’s revealed where it all went sideways.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. October 17 , 2024. AFL. Bailey Smith tries on the hoops for the first time after being traded to Geelong from the Western Bulldogs . . Pic : Michael KleinÃ.. BAZ

Best 23s: How trade period changed every club

Trade period is behind us and the clear winners and losers have emerged. How will every club’s best 23 look for 2025 after the exchange period? FIND OUT HERE

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - June 30: Isaac Kako of Victoria Metro during the 2024 Marsh AFL Championships U18 Boys match between South Australia and Victoria Metro at Alberton Oval on June 30, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Clubs in tight tusstle for Bombers’ pick 9

North Melbourne has made a play for Essendon’s pick 9 in an attempt to bring Dan Houston to the club, but JON RALPH reports another club is set to swoop as the Bombers brace for an early bid on Isaac Kako.

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