How Roos can complete never-ending rebuild
North Melbourne’s rebuild is blowing out like a Victorian construction project. Is 2025 the year the rebuild finally begins to take flight? Or is there simply too much more work left to do?
North Melbourne
Why everyone should fear September Hawks
It’s been all about Hok-ball – Hawthorn’s swarming, ruthless offence. But on Saturday, as they booked their finals spot, the Hawks proved they have much more than that.
Records tumble as Hawks lock in finals berth
Hawthorn has capped off a stunning turnaround, booking its place in September after brushing aside the Kangaroos.
AFL scrambles to save round 24 game amid strike threat
The Hawks have it all to play for when they take on the Kangaroos in Launceston, and possible industrial action has forced the AFL to make a major change to the clash.
More Stories
First win is sweetest for Rising Star favourite
No one at North Melbourne takes winning for granted, especially the Rising Star favourite who had to wait 388 days from his debut to taste victory.
‘I wish they lost’: Premiership Roo’s Harley Reid regret
Suspension meant Harley Reid was not on the field for the Roos’ breakthrough win of 2024 over the Eagles. But should the young gun be wearing the blue and white stripes instead?
AFL admits umpire error as contentious calls reviewed
It will come as little relief to Damien Hardwick and the Suns but the AFL has admitted error in Gold Coast’s loss to St Kilda, while also weighing in on two more contentious calls.
Inspired Roos hold off Eagles to claim first win of 2024
North Melbourne has broken its 288-day winless drought – but the Roos almost blew it. Enter Jy Simpkin, to give his side a much-needed win to take the pressure off.
‘Can’t believe it’: Fury at twin AFL shockers
A controversial umpiring call decided the game for the second time on Saturday, as North Melbourne finally broke their dreaded losing streak.
McGuane: Roos lurching toward one of AFL’s worst seasons
After 11 games for the Kangaroos in 2024, they’re still winless. And that’s not even the most damning stat about their year to date. MICK McGUANE doesn’t hold back in his mid-year report card for the royal blue and white.
Revealed: Dons members emailed to distance club from Thomas
Brad Scott’s comments about Tarryn Thomas caused a stir among the AFL community, and questions from some Essendon members prompted an email response from the club to clarify its position. READ THE EMAIL HERE.
Clarko learns fate for latest outburst
With a possible two-week ban hanging over his head for his latest tirade, Kangaroos coach Alastair Clarkson has learnt his fate for his outburst down in Hobart during the Roos’ most recent loss.
‘Can’t walk past’: Coach investigated by AFL
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is facing a potential ban after the AFL launched an investigation into “profanity” towards umpires.
Alleged ‘abusive language’ puts Clarko under AFL microscope
Just months after his sanction for abuse towards St Kilda players, the Roos coach is once again under investigation by the AFL for alleged abusive language at umpires.
Original URL: https://www.goldcoastbulletin.com.au/sport/afl/teams/north-melbourne/page/8