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Glenn McFarlane has been a sports writer for the Herald Sun for more than 30 years (including 11 years as sports editor of the Sunday Herald Sun) and now CODE Sports. An award-winning journalist and co-host of successful podcast series Sacked, he remains one of the most trusted and respected voices across a range of sports, including AFL football and racing. He loves all aspects of the craft, including agenda-setting projects, hard-breaking news and long-form features.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - July 23 , 2023. AFL . Tarryn Thomas of the Kangaroos celebrates a 2nd quarter goal during the round 19 match between St Kilda and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium on July 23, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Michael Klein.

Thomas splits with manager as Saints fans fume over pursuit

Tarryn Thomas’ meeting with St Kilda’s Graeme Allan has sparked an uproar online from Saints fans, expressing their disapproval at any links to the former Kangaroo.

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Giants Nick Haynes attempts to mark during the Round 14 AFL match between the GWS Giants and Western Bulldogs at Giants Stadium on 18th June, 2022. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Moneyball: Which Vic clubs could be in mix for Giant?

Long linked with a move to Victoria, this could finally be the year Nick Haynes moves on from GWS. We reveal two clubs who could be interested in luring the Giants defender south.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 24: Dustin Martin of the Tigers celebrates with his Norm Smith Medal and Premiership Medal during the 2020 Toyota AFL Grand Final match between the Richmond Tigers and the Geelong Cats at The Gabba on October 24, 2020 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Tigers great calls for ‘larger than life’ Dusty to be enshrined at MCG

Dustin Martin will leave an enduring legacy on the AFL, and one Tigers great is calling for the champion to be front and centre at the home of footy forever, striking his trademark ‘Don’t Argue’.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 24: Nathan Broad and Liam Baker celebrate victory after the 2020 AFL Grand Final match between the Richmond Tigers and the Geelong Cats at The Gabba on October 24, 2020 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Premiership Tiger snubs rival offers, signs fresh deal

Richmond is breathing a sigh of relief after one of their premiership stars being chased by rival clubs re-signed with the Tigers.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 15: Dustin Martin of the Tigers celebrates a goal with teammates during the 2024 AFL Round 14 match between the Richmond Tigers and the Hawthorn Hawks at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 15, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Tigers great: Martin legacy ‘will stand forever’

The most revered figure to wear Richmond’s famous No.4 before Dustin Martin has backed the modern-day star’s retirement call and lauded the legacy he will leave at Punt Road.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUG 03: Scott Pendlebury of the Magpies gives his wife Alex a kiss after his 400th game during the 2024 AFL Round 21 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Carlton Blues at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 03, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

A night to remember for the Pendleburys

What a night. The Magpies held on to honour milestone man Scott Pendlebury, giving him a send-off that was equally as stirring as what happened pre-game.

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MELBOURNE, AUGUST 1, 2024: Western Bulldogs player Rory Lobb wears the teams Footscray Retro Round Guernsey. Picture: Mark Stewart

Lobb: Tiktok furore, media ban and why I love Bevo

Everyone knows the obvious Rory Lobb tipping point – when coach Luke Beveridge recast him on the field. But, as he explains to GLENN McFARLANE, what happened off the field turned out to be just as important.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 28: Rory Lobb of the Bulldogs kicks the ball during the 2024 AFL Round 20 match between the Sydney Swans and the Western Bulldogs at The Sydney Cricket Ground on July 28, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

How Lobb’s move back shapes his future

Rory Lobb’s move to defense has reinvigorated his career at the Western Bulldogs. Here’s how it could shape the rest of his career, as the trade winds circulate.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 30: Dustin Martin of the Tigers looks to pass the ball during the round 16 AFL match between Richmond Tigers and Carlton Blues at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on June 30, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

The reason Dusty won’t snare big Gold Coast payday

Gary Ablett Jr was paid stacks of AFL cash to head to the Gold Coast, but there’s a big reason Dusty wouldn’t should he decide to move, while Lance Franklin is considering a return to football.

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John Goold in pursuit of the ball. 1970 Grand Final. Carlton v Collingwood. MCG. Neg: CJ26641

‘You’ll never forget it’: Inside the greatest chapter in Blues-Pies feud

Ahead of the latest chapter in footy’s biggest rivalry, Carlton are set to take fans behind the scenes of arguably their greatest clash with the rival Magpies. Watch the preview here.

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