Every club, every Indigenous guernsey for 2023
The AFL clubs continue to step it up with their Sir Doug Nicholls Round guernseys. We take a look at all 18 editions for 2023, who designed them and what they mean. Vote for your favourite here.
North Melbourne
Roo’s ‘condescending’ reply slammed
A North Melbourne star has been labelled “condescending” after a reply to a legend’s criticisms of the struggling Roos.
‘Done everything he can’: AFL bad boy’s exile over
A troubled North Melbourne star has ticked all the boxes to re-join his teammates and his captain is excited.
‘14 rounds to get filthy rich’: McKay, TDK must lift for payday
Tom De Koning and Ben McKay are two of the most hotly talked about off contract players, but are their prices plummeting? Listen to the latest episode of the Herald Sun Footy Podcast here.
AFL star slapped down over brazen act
North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin might have won the award for the weirdest Match Review Panel offence of all time with this.
23-year low in ‘worst AFL game of all-time’
St Kilda have stayed in the top four of the AFL but they won’t be rushing back to watch their match against North Melbourne in a hurry.
Robbo: The Roos Clarko must get serious and cull
The buzz of the first two rounds is a distant memory as Alastair Clarkson confronts the huge job ahead at North Melbourne. Are these players really helping the rebuild, asks Mark Robinson.
North draftee’s blow compounds gruesome leg injury
It’s gone from bad to worse for North Melbourne after Charlie Comben’s horrific ankle break, with a talented draftee suffering another setback.
‘Disgraceful’: Vision exposes coach remarks
Kane Cornes has taken aim at AFL coach Alastair Clarkson over remarks he made post-game after his side was blown off the park.
Horror injury brings AFL to a standstill
The MCG has been shocked into silence after a horrific injury saw a North Melbourne player stretchered off to a standing ovation.
Carey: Why I didn’t say sorry to Stevens
Denis Pagan wondered why wayne Carey did not immediately apologise and heal the rift between him and Anthony Stevens. But Carey says no other thought entered his mind.
Free kick ladder: Does Port have a problem with discipline?
Graham Cornes believes there is a Victorian bias in regards to free kicks in the AFL. But the stats show there may be a deeper issue that the Power must address immediately.
Wayne Carey admits to ugly affair detail
Wayne Carey has for the first time spoken with his coach about his affair with a former teammate’s wife that “destroyed” the club.
Clean up your act: Roo’s part-time job to save AFL career
Tarryn Thomas is undertaking some manual labour to help him realise how fortunate he is to play in the AFL. See the details here.
Clarkson calls out AFL’s ‘enormous dilemma’
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says players could soon be prohibited from doing one thing amid a league-wide crackdown.
Legend waits ‘too long’ after sickening break
A legend of the footy world has posted a positive update on Instagram after a brutal injury saw him rushed to hospital.
Mali’s master plan on show in another Gather Round triumph
Saturday’s Gather Round clash in glorious Mount Barker was the perfect blend of old and new – and gave the country a glimpse into the future of this bold, new venture.
AFL plot would be dagger in Adelaide’s heart
The Sharks have begun to circle and calls are coming in hot for Adelaide to be stripped of its right to host AFL Gather Round.
Lions coach slams racist ‘cowards’
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has slammed the “cowards” who launched racial online attacks on Charlie Cameron and three other Indigenous AFL players.
Brazen claim after career-threaning video
Troubled AFL star Tarryn Thomas has made a bizarre claim in the wake of him posting a video of a dangerous act on Easter Monday.
Thomas’ bizarre claim after derailing Kangaroos return
AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan has delivered a pointed message to Tarryn Thomas following the troubled North Melbourne star’s latest head-scratching actions.
Lions star in battle to regain form
Hugh McCluggage is still coming to terms with being part of a new-look Brisbane Lions midfield.
‘Bloody beautiful’ scene melts AFL’s hearts
Despite a disappointing second-half fadeout by the Kangaroos, Alastair Clarkson’s heartwarming post-game scene put everything into perspective.
McKay’s crude hit leaves Blues short for blockbuster
Carlton are likely to be missing one of their Coleman Medal stars when they face the Crows on Thursday night. Should Harry have been suspended? See all the details here and have your say.
‘He’d be disappointed’: Star brutally hooked
A Kangaroos veteran was pulled off during his team’s loss on Friday and has been given a hard truth by coach Alastair Clarkson.
Roos’ AFLW captain hops into AFL coaching
Alastair Clarkson has a new addition to his coaching team, with North Melbourne’s AFLW captain Emma Kearney accepting a development role.
North’s $3.5 million flop delisted
Four torturous seasons for a big-money signing at North Melbourne have ended with his delisting.
Clarkson determined to clear his name as North era begins
Alastair Clarkson has begun his tenure as coach of North Melbourne determined to clear his name of allegations of racism in his time as coach of the Hawks.
‘Debilitating’: AFL star’s shock injury reveal
Port Adelaide’s prized recruit Jason Horne-Francis has undergone surgery on both legs after experiencing “debilitating pain”.
Clarkson return to coaching date confirmed
Alastair Clarkson will join Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan in returning to work while they take part in the investigation into racism claims during his time at Hawthorn.
‘Disappointed’: Footy legend’s concern for star
In every measurable facet there is, the jury is still out on Port Adelaide young gun Jason Horne-Francis and a footy legend is concerned.
North Melbourne young gun centre of police probe
Roos young gun Tarryn Thomas is being investigated over alleged malicious behaviour against an ex-partner.
Leader axed as cut leaves veteran on 99 games
Before Alastair Clarkson takes over as coach, North Melbourne has made some list moves, including axing a member of the leadership group.
Saints brought in ex-Roo to analyse playing list
St Kilda’s wide-ranging football department review has already claimed coach Brett Ratten and included a presentation from a former list boss at another club.
Trials, tribulations of dramatic trade period
Big-name moves, a controversial salary dump, tensions between list managers and arguably the biggest trade ever made the 2022 trade period one to remember.
Fans lose it over ‘most lopsided trade ever’
Football fans have been left seeing red after the AFL’s reigning premiers pulled off a broad daylight heist to land a young star.
AFL star’s $2.50 swipe as petty as it gets
Jason Horne-Francis was traded from North Melbourne and a teammate has given him a pointed sledge on social media on his way out.
Port hits roadblock in pursuit of No.1 pick
The proposed megadeal that could have unlocked a series of player moves is in jeopardy after the AFL refused to bend its rules.
Four-club deal could see Giants score pick one
A blockbuster deal is taking shape between four clubs that would see the No.1 draft pick change hands and two players get their trade wishes granted.
‘How can you say that?’: AFL drama explodes
A Collingwood star has given a stinging response over a commentator’s claim surrounding a swirling AFL trade period rumour.
The two sides to Horne-Francis Roos had to know about
Jason Horne-Francis enjoyed a brilliant junior career on the field – but he wasn’t always perfect off it. So is North to blame for how it handled him? Here’s an inside account.
‘Sulking’: Recruiters’ verdict on JHF trade worth
What should North Melbourne receive for Jason Horne-Francis in a trade? We canvassed the views of AFL recruiters to find out his value.
Dockers duo headed to Roos in multi-pick swap
Fremantle pair Griffin Logue and Darcy Tucker will have fresh starts at North Melbourne next year as the Dockers arm themselves for Luke Jackson bid.
North ‘circus’: How to lose a guy in 45 days
Jason Horne-Francis wants out of North Melbourne after one season. Jon Ralph lifts the lid on the moments and decisions that pushed the No.1 pick to seek a trade.
‘Ludicrous’ rumour spreads as trade drops
The first deal of the AFL Trade period has dropped as North Melbourne’s bombshell news continues to send shockwaves.
How Crows, Tigers used picks Roos rejected
Jason Horne-Francis was hugely coveted a year ago when Adelaide and Richmond launched major bids to secure the pick used on him. So what did they do after missing out on the teenager?
Shock as Roos’ No.1 pick requests trade
Jason Horne-Francis wants to go home to South Australia and his management has told North Melbourne he wants to be traded.
How Freo big man could become a Bulldog
Rory Lobb is still hellbent on leaving Fremantle for Western Bulldogs but the Dockers aren’t flinching, especially after Griffin Logue’s trade request to North Melbourne.
‘It’s incredible’: AFL club is a complete mess
North Melbourne legend Brent Harvey has revealed the state of disrepair the club is in following allegations directed at coach Alastair Clarkson.
Clarko refutes shocking racism claims
Alastair Clarkson has responded to bombshell allegations about the treatment of First Nations players and their families, while an AFL commissioner has taken a leave of absence.
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