Every club’s best Indigenous jumper since 2019
There are some truly special stories behind this year’s Indigenous guernseys – and brilliant designs to match. But how do they compare? Here’s your favourite from each club over the past five years.
Indigenous Sport Week
How netball is failing its Indigenous players
There is a lack of Indigenous representation within netball. In Net Gains, EMMA GREENWOOD asks why couldn’t Gabby Coffey take to the court in the final minutes of First Nations round?
Star’s painful journey from outsider to Indigenous crusader
When Maurice Longbottom steps foot on the field at the Paris Olympics, his boots will tell the story of his journey from feeling shame about his heritage, to proudly displaying it to the world.
Essendon’s ultimate Dreamtime at the ‘G side
Hird. Lloyd. Fletcher – some of the greatest Bombers of the modern era have starred in Dreamtime at the ‘G games. Here is the ultimate 22, as picked by you.
Richmond’s ultimate Dreamtime at the ‘G side
Dean Polo’s debut, Matthew Richardson’s haul, Dusty’s magic, a Darwin win – Dreamtime has had it all for Richmond fans. Here is the ultimate 22, as picked by you.
Buddy, Goodes, McLeod: Mick McGuane’s top 10 Indigenous stars
Indigenous players help make the game special, with some of them being the AFL’s greatest stars. MICK MCGUANE lists his 10 favourite Indigenous AFL players.
Broncos lead charge for favourite Indigenous Round jersey
The Broncos will unveil their Indigenous Round jersey for 2024 on Sunday against the Titans and fans are in agreement that it’s the NRL’s best design yet. HAVE YOUR SAY.
Netball’s significant step towards addressing First Nations marginalisation
The Black Swans program has been described as a “great start” to addressing the underrepresentation of First Nations players, but it is just that, a starting point. EMMA GREENWOOD speaks to two of netball’s most influential voices for their people about the pathways concept.
Revealed: Every Super Netball club’s First Nations round dress
Take a look at all eight Super Netball club’s First Nations round dress that they will take to the court in across rounds seven and eight.
Maurice Rioli Jr on his AFL journey, family and jumper design
He’ll be in the stands for Dreamtime on Saturday night, but injured Richmond forward Maurice Rioli Jr has an extra reason to be excited about his teammates running out at the MCG.
Champion’s desire to help next generation of cycling stars
Amanda Reid hopes her determination to win back-to-back Paralympic gold in the 500m time trial C2 at Paris will help inspire the next generation of Indigenous stars.
Dreamtime debate: Would Dons or Tigers win ultimate showdown?
You’ve had your say — now it’s over to our experts. Richmond tragic AL PATON and Bombers diehard MAX STAINKAMPH make their cases for why Essendon and Richmond would win a showdown of the ultimate Dreamtime at the G teams.
Addo-Carr’s surprising stance on racist fans
The NRL has recently banned some fans from attending games for racist behaviour, but on the eve of Indigenous Round, Canterbury star Josh Addo-Carr says he wants a different approach taken.
Star Pie says AFL’s fight against racism far from over
Bobby Hill’s celebration on Saturday was inspired by Adam Goodes, and not the only time the Norm Smith medallist has paid tribute to the AFL legend, but he tells GLENN McFARLANE the AFL still has ways to go to combat racism.
The Olympian showing the next gen what Freeman showed her
The first Indigenous Australian beach volleyballer to compete at the Olympics, Taliqua Clancy says that she hopes to show the next generation what Cathy Freeman showed her in 2000.
Shameful statistic two Indigenous icons are fighting to fix
When Patrick Johnson and Nova Peris rose to stardom, there were no clear pathways for the champion Indigenous Olympians. Now, they are creating avenues so young athletes don’t have to go through what they did.
The Olympian with one of the most powerful stories in sport
In just five years Marissa Williamson Pohlman has gone from sleeping on couches to being our first female Indigenous Olympic boxer, she shares one of the most powerful stories in world sport.
How Eddie Betts is moving on from Voice disappointment
Eddie Betts is moving on from the disappointment of the Voice referendum failure with the launch of his children’s cartoon series Lil’ Homies, which he’s hoping will rival the popularity of Bluey.
‘Walla’ and the Yarning Circle driving Dons’ Indigenous next gen
Essendon is aiming to reclaim its mantle as one of the leaders in the AFL’s Indigenous community, with reborn star Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti leading the charge.
AFL officially backs Voice to Parliament
The AFL has dismissed critics saying it should stay out of social issues by strongly backing the yes vote in the coming referendum on a First Nations Voice.
Malthouse: ‘Football dream’ on display in Sir Doug Nicholls Round
As the Sir Doug Nicholls Round approaches, AFL legend Mick Malthouse reflects on his involvement with Indigenous players across the AFL, and the beauty of their passion for the game.
Gardner denounces Jan 26 Test on ‘day of mourning’
Ash Gardner spoke out earlier this year after Cricket Australia slated her sideside to play on January 26. Now she feels Scott Boland could be put in the same situation.
Hynes, Latrell call out racist fans for booing Buddy
NRL superstars Latrell Mitchell and Nicho Hynes believe the boos directed at AFL champion Buddy Franklin were racially motivated.
Top 50: Australia’s greatest Indigenous athletes
Cathy Freeman’s Sydney 2000 win, Nicky Winmar’s 1993 stand, JT and the Qld dynasty or perhaps Patty Mills and the legacy he is creating. Vote for your number one Indigenous athlete.
How iconic Cathy image and ugly uproar inspired a generation
The simple image of Cathy Freeman draped in an Aboriginal flag draped caused a remarkable backlash in the 1990s – a reaction that spurred Ash Gardner to want to change people’s opinions.
Critics wrong: Why Buddy had no doubt he’d be back to best
Lance Franklin says he was frustrated by his time out of the game but, unlike the critics, he had no doubt he’d be back to his best.
Revealed: AFL Indigenous team of the 21st century
Mark Robinson was joined by three legends to pick the best Indigenous team of the 2000s. And the forward line is something else. See the team.
Revealed: The Indigenous team of the 21st century
It might be the most dazzling rugby league ever assembled – but who made the cut for the Indigenous NRL team of the 21st century?
Latrell reveals why he takes on the trolls
NRL star Latrell Mitchell has received shocking racist comments on social media resulting in two men being charged by police. He explains why he calls it out.
How Cathy’s run changed my life forever
Indigenous Sports Month ambassador Kyah Simon reveals the moment shared by all Aussies that inspired a then nine-year-old child to harness the strength of her culture and dream big.
‘League the original bridgebuilder between black and white’
During an era of atrocities and racial segregation, rugby league brought moments of unity. It brought hope to those suffering and was a ticket to freedom, writes Hannah Hollis.
‘This game is in our DNA’: NRL launches Indigenous week
Rugby league has been heralded as a “bridge builder between cultures” as some of the game’s biggest names were on hand to launch this week’s Indigenous round.
‘I get it now’: NRL stars open up on Indigenous causes
Damien Cook had no idea how painful the Australian anthem and Australia Day celebrations were for Indigenous people – until he spoke to Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker.
Curnow opens up on ‘sadness’ behind Betts abuse
Ed Curnow knows better than anyone the magic that surrounds Eddie Betts – but he’s also acutely aware of the horrific abuse the Blues star has endured.
The Wanganeen story: How a skinny kid changed the game
Gavin Wanganeen wasn’t just a footy star – he changed the way the game was played. Simeon Thomas-Wilson tells the story of a modern legend both on and off the field.
Why Latrell must step up … and not just for Souths’ sake
Latrell Mitchell was once considered a virtual certainty for the Blues. Now, after four weeks on the sidelines and an anonymous return, he needs to fire in Indigenous Round to keep his spot.
Indigenous artist ‘overwhelmed’ as Port relaunches jumper
Indigenous artist Elle Campbell has described Port Adelaide’s response to their guernsey controversy as ‘heartwarming’, as the club relaunched their jumper.
Artist: ‘I want Port to wear the guernsey with pride’
The original artist of Port Adelaide’s stunning Indigenous guernsey has told the players to wear it with pride for the Sir Doug Nicholls Round.
‘It’s pretty special’: Addo-Carr launches Indigenous Round
Josh Addo-Carr has opened up about what Indigenous Round means to him, as the Storm star teamed up with Baker Boy to launch Fox League’s coverage.
‘Mental toll’: Why Ryder had to leave Saints for home
Back fit and firing, Paddy Ryder has opened up on why he had to leave the Saints and miss the first six games of the season.
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