Controversial Roo’s AFL return would ‘delight’ coach
Tarryn Thomas’ former coach insists he is capable of the change required to return to the AFL as conjecture swirls over whether clubs should turn to him.
North Melbourne
‘Point it at us’: Clarkson defends Roos boss
Alastair Clarkson has told a toxic faction of North Melbourne fans to back off the club’s president after she had to step away from social media.
Shock AFL lifeline for disgraced ex-Roo
A Victorian club hasn’t turned its back on the possibility of pursuing admonished North Melbourne player Tarryn Thomas this year.
Will North’s struggles land them another draft free kick in 2024?
The Roos have loaded up on top-end talent in the draft for two years thanks to the AFL, but with their on-field struggles continuing, will they be able to rely on the league again?
Early Tackle: Kane lands KO blow in Darcy fight
Luke Darcy blindisded controversial media commentator Kane Cornes with criticism when the latter was invited onto Triple M but it was the former Port star who landed the knockout blow.
Fans all say same thing over horror show
North Melbourne fans have run out of patience, turning on the AFL club in a savage reaction to their latest defeat.
Don’t let lowly Roos ruin footy’s grand return to Norwood
Brisbane made light work of North Melbourne at Norwood Oval, but don’t let the blowout margin take away from the magnificence of footy in the suburbs.
Gallery: Lions, Roos fans flock to Norwood Oval
Friday night was Norwood’s turn to welcome a legion of footy fans as Brisbane and North Melbourne met for their Gather Round clash.
Lions have ‘work to do’ after poor start
The Lions and the Kangaroos will both be chasing their first win of the AFL season when they meet at Norwood Oval on Friday.
‘Back them in’: Clarko defends AFL drug stance
One of the game’s longest-serving coaches has come to the defence of the AFL over its under-fire drug testing regimen.
Carlton star limps off late in Blues’ big win
Carlton spearhead Charlie Curnow sent a scare through the Blues’ squad late in their comfortable victory over the winless Roos.
The making of North’s young breakout ‘superstar’
An unheralded North Melbourne youngster has taken a huge leap so far this season – and there is clear reason why. JOSH BARNES speaks to Tom Powell about his breakout season.
Why Rising Star Warlord will keep ‘leading the charge’ for Northball
George Wardlaw is happy to keep flying the ‘Northball’ flag as the Roos keep building. And he says he won’t be North Melbourne’s only Rising Star this year.
‘What a turnaround’: Freo star on fire
A third quarter blitz allowed Fremantle to continue its solid start to the season, roaring past North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium.
How Dockers took the lawnmower to Roos’ green shoots
North Melbourne started their match against Fremantle on fire under the roof at Marvel, but after the half a Luke Jackson-inspired Dockers rallied to come from behind despite plenty of green shoots for the Roos.
Inside the coaching flips that have Roos keyed in on rebuild
Having scooped up future stars across two of the most important drafts in club history, North Melbourne has turned its attention to making those players better. This is how the Roos have done it.
Marvel surface Pink scars linger
The impact of four Pink concerts is clearly visible at Marvel Stadium, but the Kangaroos and AFL say there are no issues as footy returns to the venue.
Unrecognisable AFL star has ‘aged 25 years’
A forgotten AFL star has left fans shocked when he unveiled a new look in Round 1 that had many viewers doing a double take.
Giants still with room to grow as Hogan proves forward-half key
GWS players are speaking about premiership glory – and last week’s win suggests they are right in doing so. But something happened on Saturday that needs to be addressed, writes Lachlan McKirdy.
‘Horrific’ injury brings AFL to a standstill
Young Roos defender Josh Goater had no one around him when he suddenly crumpled to the turf in a freak moment against GWS.
Zurhaar laughs off ‘ridiculous’ contract chat again
One of the biggest free agents in the pool this year, Cam Zurhaar had little interest in talking about his contract ahead of round one as the Roos provide an update on their plans to keep him.
Predicted teams: Every club’s likely round 1 side
One of North Melbourne’s off-season recruits faces a huge task in his first outing as a Roo after being confirmed to debut against GWS. See every club’s predicted side here.
Revamped Tigers go small against Blues
Richmond has swung the axe on three talls including two new recruits as four of its first-choice players return. SEE THE FULL TEAMS
How explosion of top picks will shape AFL stars’ club futures
The 2023 draft’s stars are about to explode into the AFL, and look set to play a big role in where the veterans of the AFL could head this off-season. JON RALPH analyses the young guns.
‘Who knows?’: Clarko’s frosty reply to journo
Kangaroos coach Alastair Clarkson was locked in a tense exchange with a reporter over questioning about his behaviour.
North star brushes off umpire snub
A Kangaroos star who bizarrely missed the top five of the AFLW best and fairest has responded to the snub after collecting another award.
Track watch: Scouting report from Pies, Roos, Tigers training
The pre-season is heating up, with a host of players back in action. Get the latest intel from Collingwood, North Melbourne and Richmond.
New Roos hope to mirror Sheezel, Wardlaw
North Melbourne’s previous pair of top five picks were on hand to welcome the club’s new duo as the Roos enter 2024 filled to the brim with talent.
Clarko’s eleventh-hour play to bring Curtin to Arden St
Alastair Clarkson has ‘fallen in love’ with draft gun Daniel Curtin, spending more than two hours with the WA prospect at his home in Perth.
Bombshell AFL deal comes out of nowhere
A legendary coach is “infatuated” by one player who’s set to shape the AFL Draft as rivals consider bombshell ploys to swoop on him.
‘Amazing’ study trip fuels young Roos
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has been up to his old tricks ahead of his second pre-season with the rebuilding Kangaroos.
New Roo’s big statement on first day
A former top five pick has arrived at Arden Street in peak condition as the Kangaroos look to turn over a new leaf.
Bye bye Harley? Eagles shun rivals, take pick 1 into draft night
North Melbourne’s hopes of claiming Harley Reid have faded as the Eagles are locked in to taking pick 1 into draft night later this month.
Rozee, Butters or Wines? The stars in line to lead Port
Port is in the market for a new captain in 2024 but who are the candidates? Every club’s big captaincy questions answered.
Ralph: Key box Roos must tick in 2024
The Roos aren’t near the premiership or finals window yet, but 2024 still shapes as a critical year, with one goal in mind. Jon Ralph runs the rule over the Roos’ list for 2024 and beyond.
North’s critical dilemma on young gun’s place in draft
The Kangaroos have had their eyes locked on this hot prospect for years, but one problem stands in their way despite their big bounty of draft picks in the 2023 class.
Freak gym accident sidelines young Roo
A North Melbourne youngster is expected to miss most of the pre-season after a failed box jump resulted in elbow surgery. Get the latest on the recovery timeline.
AFL captain’s accused attackers named
Three men charged over an alleged attack on former Kangaroo’s captain Jack Ziebell have been named.
Is star Roo the best AFLW player ever?
She spent the summer grinding to build her game and it’s paying dividends. So as the records tumble, it prompts the question — could Jasmine Garner be the best AFLW player we’ve seen?
Mystery as four-team bombshell rocks AFL
The Demons have made some big moves on day three, making an inspired move up the draft board and moving on a two-time All-Australian.
Revealed: Eagles’ huge asking price for pick 1 trade
A compensation pick for losing Ben McKay to Essendon has armed the Kangaroos to make a bumper offer to West Coast for pick 1. Will it be enough?
Sell the farm: How much will North give up for Harley Reid?
North Melbourne have a draft hand that would make most recruiters drool this year but they’re weighing up giving it all away for the no.1 pick. Is that the right call?
Going, staying, in limbo? Where trade period’s biggest deals are at
The AFL trade period officially kicks off today. Which deals will get done and which are still up in the air? Get the latest on all the key players.
Veteran Roo declares rival as destination club
Todd Goldstein had already informed the Roos of his desire to play somewhere else in 2024, now the ageing ruck has declared where he wants to continue his career.
Scott lashes North’s draft assistance as ‘blatant manipulation’
Cats coach Chris Scott has not held back in his assessment of North’s assistance package, likening the haul to the picks that Alastair Clarkson used to turn Hawthorn into a superpower.
AFL gives Kangaroos draft golden ticket
North Melbourne wanted help from the AFL after four years in the doldrums and the league has handed them a golden draft package.
North star makes call on future
One of the AFL’s biggest stars has finally made a call on where his future lies, and the decision will turn the footy world on its head.
Kangaroos ruck great quits club
A North Melbourne veteran will depart Arden Street for a new club as an unrestricted free agent.
Jonathan Brown loses job in mass clean out
Footy legend Jonathan Brown has been cut as part of an extraordinary mass clean out under Kangaroos coach Alastair Clarkson.
What Dons’ top draft picks must get right in 2024
Harrison Jones, Zach Reid and Nik Cox were meant to help drive Essendon to the next level. Where are they at? Mick McGuane looks at the Bombers and what the high picks must get right.
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