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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 - MAY 10: Clayton Oliver of the Demons handballs whilst being tackled by Josh Weddle of the Hawks during the round nine AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Hawthorn Hawks at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on May 10, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Selfless Oliver shows he’s all in – and Dees love him for it

After his trade to Geelong fell through, critics have been questioning just how invested Clayton Oliver is at Melbourne. On Saturday, they got their answer.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 10: Saad El-Hawli of the Bombers celebrates a goal during the round nine AFL match between Essendon Bombers and Sydney Swans at Marvel Stadium, on May 10, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Where Brad’s Bombers rebuild is really at

Brad Scott and the Bombers won’t admit it – but they are in rebuild mode. Is it happening quicker than many thought? Or is the start hiding bigger issues? We answer the big questions.

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Wednesday 7th May, 2025. Photo: Willie Rioli. Willie at Port Adelaide Football Club training. Picture: Tim Joy

AFL hands down one-match ban to Rioli over ‘physical threats’

The AFL has handed down a one-match ban to Willie Rioli despite the Power forward already withdrawing from this week’s Showdown. See what the league said.

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AFL weighing up Rioli ban ahead of Showdown

After a day of drama when details of two more alleged Willie Rioli threats were revealed, the AFL is strongly considering handing down its own punishment.

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BALLARAT, AUSTRALIA - MAY 03: Port Adelaide players depart the field following the round eight AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Port Adelaide Power at Mars Stadium, on May 03, 2025, in Ballarat, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Early Tackle: Unacceptable Port headed towards brutal review

Has the dreaded coaching succession tax sunken in at the Power? There will be some brutal vision to review after that shocker against the Bulldogs, writes GLENN MCFARLANE.

Hawthorn

Centenary Hawks: No. 6 pact, skipper’s slump and the 14th cup

Josh Gibson was playing his last season in the AFL when James Sicily trotted down back to join him defence. The pair chat all things Hawthorn ahead of the club’s centenary match.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. May 1, 2025 . AFL . Collingwoods Jack Crisp, who this weekend against Geelong at the MCG breaks Jim Stynes consecutive games record . Picture: Michael Klein

The secrets behind ‘steak knives’ star’s record-breaking streak

A kid from Myrtleford with a dream of playing one AFL game will break a record many thought would never be reached on Saturday. This is Jack Crisp’s journey – in his own words.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 02: Northern Bullants Head Coach Rohan Welsh speaks to his players during the VFL Practice Match Carnival match between Frankston and Northern Bullants at Kinetic Stadium on March 02, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/AFL Photos/via Getty Images )

VFL coach stood down after alleged verbal clash

VFL battler Northern Bullants has stood down its coach Rohan Welsh after an alleged verbal clash with a board member.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 18: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos speaks during a press conference following the round six AFL match between North Melbourne Kangaroos and Carlton Blues at Marvel Stadium, on April 18, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Standoff over? Why Clarko’s really reuniting with the Hawks

Alastair Clarkson will end his standoff with Hawthorn by attending the club’s 100th VFL-AFL anniversary game on Sunday, but it’s not just to break bread with his former players.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. 15th March, 2025 . AFL Round 1. Collingwood vs Port Adelaide at the MCG . Brayden Maynard and Bobby Hill of the Magpies . Picture: Michael Klein

Premiership hero baulks at rivals to re-sign with Pies

One of Collingwood’s 2023 premiership heroes has officially turned his back on offers from rival clubs, showing plenty of faith in the ladder-leaders. Get the latest trade news in Moneyball.

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