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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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Ron Joseph, one of the architects of North MelbourneÃ¢â¬â¢s first successful era in the 1970s, passed away last Tuesday evening at the age of 77. His service is at the East Room, Trinity Grammar. Picture: Tony Gough

‘Big influence’: Sporting greats farewell footy’s Ron Joseph

Former North Melbourne and Sydney official Ron Joseph, who died earlier this month aged 77 – has been farewelled by some of Australia’s sporting heroes.

AFL

MELBOURNE . 29/03/2023. AFL. St Kilda legend Neil Roberts with a portrait of himself and his 1958 Brownlow Medal before the clubs 150th year anniversary this weekend. . Pic: Michael Klein

Why the Saints still mean so much to me: Neil Roberts

On the eve of St Kilda’s 150th birthday celebrations, club legend Neil Roberts reveals what is the real lifeline of the Saints and why he hopes they can finally secure that second premiership cup.

AFL

What made Demons star cry in draft interview?

On the eve of his 150th game, Demons star Clayton Oliver has revealed how one recruiter left him in tears following a disasterous pre-draft interview.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 19: Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti of the Bombers high fives fans after winning the round one AFL match between Hawthorn Hawks and Essendon Bombers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on March 19, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

‘Too good to retire’: Fan encounter that sparked Walla comeback

Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti’s return to Essendon is already one of the great AFL stories of 2023, but how did his return come to be? Get the inside story here.

AFL

Draft ratings: Your club’s recruiting gems, busts

Jai Newcombe and Errol Gulden were draft diamonds for the Hawks and Swans, but who hasn’t developed as much as their clubs would like? We take a look at every draftee since 2020.

AFL News

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 25: Nick Daicos (left) and Steele Sidebottom of the Magpies celebrate during the 2023 AFL Round 02 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Port Adelaide Power at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 25, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Daicos firms to Brownlow favouritism after Port blitz

Nick Daicos is the equal Brownlow Medal favourite after shaking off an early tag to produce a certain three-vote performance against Port Adelaide.

North Melb

Plugger, Barassi and paper bags of cash: Ron Joseph ‘one of a kind’

Ron Joseph transformed North Melbourne into a powerhouse and helped bring Sydney back from the brink with the signing of Tony Lockett. He’s been remembered as “one of a kind”.

Hawthorn

HOBART, AUSTRALIA - JULY 23: Sam Mitchell Head Coach of the Hawks is seen during the round 19 AFL match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and the Hawthorn Hawks at Blundstone Arena on July 23, 2022 in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Steve Bell/Getty Images)

Mitchell: ‘Bumps’ on the road ahead for Hawks in club rebuild

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says he is excited about the path the Hawks are on with their young list, but has acknowledged it won’t all be smooth sailing.

AFL News

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 18: Brian Wilson, former Melbourne Demons player and Brownlow Medal winner in 1982 poses for a photo with his Brownlow Medal after he lost it many years ago during the 2023 AFL Round 01 match between the Melbourne Demons and the Western Bulldogs at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 18, 2023 In Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Teary ex-Dee reunited with lost Brownlow Medal

A former Demons footballer was in tears after being reunited with his lost Brownlow Medal that he hasn’t had in his possession for an entire decade.

AFL

Bottom six: Who is fighting for the final spots in your side?

If you’re going to contend for the flag, depth is of ultra importance. So which clubs bat deep, and who’s making up the numbers? We rate every AFL player to find out.

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