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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - June 02: Archer Day-Wicks of the Pioneers in action during the 2024 Coates Talent League U18 Boys Round 10 match between Bendigo Pioneers and Gippsland Power at La Trobe University on June 02, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Rob Lawson/AFL Photos)

Shock call that turned Adelaide-bound youngster into a Bomber

Archer Day-Wicks thought he’d be moving to Adelaide in 2025, before an unexpected call changed his plans. He tells CHRIS CAVANAGH how it all went down.

Paul Weston nominating for Essendon board

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‘In games we give up’: Flag hero savages Dons as board war looms

‘We are no longer feared, we’re certainly not respected’ – Essendon premiership player Paul Weston has had enough. He tells MARK ROBINSON exclusively about his plan for change.

MELBOURNE, AUGUST 4, 2024: 2024 AFL Football - Round 21 - Essendon Bombers V Fremantle Dockers at the MCG. Brad Scott coach of the Bombers celebrates the win with Zach Merrett of the Bombers. Picture: Mark Stewart

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Dons president: We made significant progress in 2024

Essendon won just three of its last 11 games last season as the finals-winning drought continued. But president David Barham says the platform is being built ‘that will bring sustained success’.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 23: Kayle Gerreyn of Western Australia in action during the Marsh AFL National Championships match between U18 Boys Western Australia and Victoria Metro at Optus Stadium on June 23, 2024 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

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The draftee who could solve Dons’ midfield woes

Essendon has been searching for a big-bodied midfielder since Jobe Watson retired. Could they have found one masquerading as a ruckman in last week’s draft?

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. March 16 , 2024. AFLÃ Round 1. Essendon vs Hawthorn at the MCG. Zach Reid of the Bombers during the 1st qtr. . Pic: Michael Klein

Reid, Shiel, Jones: The Dons’ five biggest selection dilemmas

Jayden Laverde was one of the Bombers’ best during Dreamtime despite a common belief he’s only keeping Zach Reid’s seat warm. JON RALPH looks at five big selection dilemmas facing Essendon across the rest of the season.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Nate Caddy and Jake Stringer of the Bombers celebrate a goal during the round 11 AFL match between Richmond Tigers and Essendon Bombers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on May 25, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Stringer, Dusty and a Dreamtime duel for the ages

Milestone man Jake Stringer and Tigers superstar Dustin Martin went toe-to-toe in a Dreamtime showdown for the ages. SAM LANDSBERGER recaps a memorable night at the MCG.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Jordan Ridley of the Bombers marks the ball during the 2024 AFL Round 11 match between the Richmond Tigers and the Essendon Bombers at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on May 25, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Wouldn’t forgive myself’: Coach’s nerves for star

Essendon coach Brad Scott has revealed why a Bombers star was held back for an incredible Dreamtime game return.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Michael Long leads the Long Walk ahead of the round 11 AFL match between Richmond Tigers and Essendon Bombers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on May 25, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Legend’s ‘Long Walk’ challenge to every AFL club

Michael Long has issued an open invitation to every AFL club to become part of the annual ‘Long Walk’ as his impact on football and indigenous Australia was hailed.

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AFL Rnd 21 Essendon v Richmond at the MCG. Essendon's James Hird in action

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.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 11: Sam Draper and Brad Scott, Senior Coach of the Bombers are seen after the Bombers defeated the Giants during the round nine AFL match between Essendon Bombers and Greater Western Sydney Giants at Marvel Stadium, on May 11, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

‘That’s the s— thing’: Draper responds to podcast controversy

A chastened Sam Draper has reassured Essendon – and his parents – he won’t be making any negative public comments about rival clubs.

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Footy legend Barry Davis has passed away.

AFL world mourns loss of all-time great

There has been an outpouring of grief in the footy world over the death of a pioneer with some extraordinary accolades.

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1972. Barry Davis. Essendon. Neg: ED14127[Herald 14/4/1972]

AFL world mourns passing of Roos pioneer and Bombers legend

Essendon and North Melbourne are mourning the loss of triple premiership player Barry Davis, who died, aged 80, on Wednesday after a life that included a remarkable 289-game career.

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MELBOURNE. 21/05/2022.. AFL Round 10. Dreamtime at the G. Richmond vs Essendon at the MCG. . Photo by Michael Klein

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.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 09: Nate Caddy of the Bombers looks on during an Essendon Bombers AFL training session at The Hangar on April 09, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Dreamtime debut for Bombers gun

Essendon will hand a prime time debut to a top draft pick as a star prepares to return following months on the sidelines.

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