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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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North Melbourne Football Club training. Picture: Jake Nowakowski

Why the Kangaroos’ defence is ‘spoiled for choice’

New Roo Griffin Logue says he’s excited about the range of options the club has down back, which could enable one young star to roam free in defence.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 03: Jack Ginnivan of the Magpies looks dejected after a loss during the 2022 AFL First Qualifying Final match between the Geelong Cats and the Collingwood Magpies at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 3, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Inside story: How toilet video caught up with Ginnivan

The past 48 hours, and Jack Ginnivan’s illicit drug saga, provide an insight into football’s modern operating model for responding to a scandal. We take you inside how it all unfolded.

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MELBOURNE . 18/02/2023. AFL . North Melbourne intra club practise match at Arden street Oval. North Melbourne president Sonja Hood watches todays proceedings . Pic: Michael Klein

Hood’s promise to North fans amid cancer battle

North Melbourne president Dr Sonja Hood is ‘doing OK’ – and she delivered an inspirational message after the club’s intra-club match on Saturday.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 30: James Sicily of the Hawks leads his team out onto the field during the round seven AFL match between the Melbourne Demons and the Hawthorn Hawks at Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 30, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Hawks announce captain and new-look leadership group

Hawthorn have a new skipper and two fresh vice-captains after a revamp of their on-field leaders. See all the details here.

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1984. Richmond's Brian Taylor and Michael Roach. Football. Neg: 840228/205(hsretro instagram 06/08/2017)

Unpreceded support as fans rally around much-loved Tiger

As Richmond great Michael Roach makes progress from triple bypass surgery, the outpouring of support for one of their favourite sons has gone far beyond the Tiger army.

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North Melbourne Football Club training. Tarryn Thomas. Picture: Jake Nowakowski

Thomas’ bid to reignite career amid AFL probe

As allegations of inappropriate off-field behaviour hang a cloud over Tarryn Thomas’ career, he has endeavoured to stay in shape.

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Gold Coast Suns Chairman Tony Cochrane at the clubs media conference announcing a new head coach. Picture: Jerad Williams

Fiery Suns CEO departs club with sense of ‘optimism’

Tony Cochrane will step down from his role as chairman of the Suns after seven years in March, and the outspoken CEO had one final jab at some rivals in his announcement.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 02: Christian Petracca, Kysaiah Pickett and Steven May of the Demons look on during the 2022 AFL Second Qualifying Final match between the Melbourne Demons and the Sydney Swans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 2, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Premiership star re-signs with Dees

A vital cog of the Demon’s 2021 flag-winning side has recommitted with the club until the end of the 2025 season. See all the details here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Zac Williams (L) and Sam Docherty of the Blues react after a loss during the 2021 AFL Round 06 match between the Carlton Blues and the Brisbane Lions at Marvel Stadium on April 24, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Panic stations? Blues on back foot with latest injury

Zac Williams’ cruel injury is the latest in a frustrating off-season for Carlton, which has seen midfield star Sam Walsh sidelined and another promising youngster sent for surgery.

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MELBOURNE . 09/12/2022. AFL. St Kilda training at RSEA Park, Moorabbin. Zac Jones, Jade Gresham, Jimmy Webster and Jack Steele running together . Picture by Michael Klein

Saints reveal blueprint to fill King-sized hole

Max King’s injury has created some big issues for St Kilda heading into the 2023 season but here’s how they plan to fill the void left behind. See the latest from track watch.

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