How footy’s greatest salary dump changed trading forever
It was a brazen contract dump, tied in with a juicy top-10 pick, that shocked the AFL. Nearly three years on, this is how the Jack Bowes deal changed trading forever.
Gold Coast
Remember me? Suns haunted by ghosts of Dimma’s past
Shai Bolton came back to haunt his premiership coach Damien Hardwick, inspiring Fremantle to a win which put Gold Coast Suns’ finals credentials under the microscope.
‘Bikies and drugs, laughing stock’: The stigmas that stuck to Suns
Ross Lyon sparked a war of words when he referred to Gold Coast as the AFL’s nepo baby. The Suns called it offensive but uncovered documents reveal how footy’s perennial basket case believed it was perceived by rivals.
‘Modern-day Leigh Matthews’: How a father figure launched Suns rookie to debut
The junior coach who gifted his own car to help a kid without a father figure chase his AFL dream has spoken of his pride as Leo Lombard prepares for his first game as a Gold Coast Sun.
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The question Hawks must answer on ‘wobbly’ skipper
Short turnaround. Five team changes. A midfield smacking. The Hawks won’t leave Darwin too displeased with an eight-point loss – but is a big concern brewing?
SuperCoach: Four key takeaways from Gold Coast v Hawthorn
Is 1000m gained enough for you to get on the John Noble bandwagon? Were you burnt by CJ too? Plus, the two main men at the Suns continue to show their class in our SuperCoach takeaways.
AFL’s Welcome to Country sight says it all
AFL greats and commentators have lauded “special” scenes in Darwin as a Welcome to Country kicked off the league’s Indigenous Round.
Dan’s double life: Meet Rioli the YouTube fishing influencer
Most people know Daniel Rioli as one of the AFL’s premier halfback flankers. But he has surged in popularity off-field thanks to the success of his fishing and lifestyle channel.
Dimma’s revolution: How cellar-dweller Suns became finals threat
Time to believe Gold Coast fans? These are the stats — and insights — which show Damien Hardwick’s side is ready to make finals history.
‘Unbelievable’ young Dog not enough to break Top End streak
They almost stole it, but not even the in-form Bulldogs were able to conquer Gold Coast in Darwin, despite one individual display Luke Beveridge described as the ‘best he’s seen in a while’.
Scuffles, selfies and the ‘cult’ of Big Mac: Inside mind of Suns star
This gun swingman with truckloads of swagger is fast approaching rock star status on the Glitter Strip. Callum Dick dives into the Mac Andrew experience.
Dimma turns heat on Suns midfield ahead of Top End test
Damien Hardwick has turned the blowtorch on Gold Coast’s much-vaunted midfield as the Gold Coast coach looks to reverse his side’s form when they head to Darwin.
‘We have to be better’: Suns vow to help Rowell break form slump
After two weeks where he had little impact, the heat is rising on Matt Rowell to recapture his best form. But one teammate has pointed the finger at those around the midfielder for the reason behind his slump.
A QClash to remember for the Ashcrofts
Brisbane’s Ashcroft brothers continue to play important roles in a Lions team whose bid for back-to-back AFL premierships is well and truly on track.
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