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Jay Clark is a leading AFL reporter for News Corp and CODE Sports, based in Melbourne. For almost 20 years, he has helped set the football agenda with his breaking news, deep-dive feature writing and issues-based reporting. He is a trusted voice on the biggest stories in the AFL.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Brodie Grundy of the Swans runs out onto the field during the AFL Preliminary Final match between Sydney Swans and Port Adelaide Power at Sydney Cricket Ground, on September 20, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

How ‘blindsided’ Grundy was fuelled to make grand final return

Brodie Grundy had emotional departures from two clubs in two seasons. Good friend and former ruck coach Anthony Rocca lifts the lid on the star Swan’s journey back to the big dance.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 21: Dayne Zorko of the Lions celebrates during the 2024 AFL Second Preliminary Final match between the Geelong Cats and the Brisbane Lions at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 21, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Why Lions star is ‘the most relieved man in football’

Star veteran Dayne Zorko won’t be feeling relieved just because of Brisbane’s stunning victory over the Cats. Plus will Patrick Dangerfield be free to play in Round 1?

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 09: Carlton CEO, Brian Cook speaks to media during the Carlton Season Launch at Lume, on February 09, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/Getty Images)

Nasty infection leaves Blues CEO hospitalised

Carlton CEO Brian Cook is back to work after dealing with a nasty blood infection that had previously afflicted him after making the climb to Mt Everest base camp.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 11: Christian Petracca of the Demons looks on during the round five AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on April 11, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Why Petracca will skip Demons’ B&F

Melbourne’s best and fairest is early next month, but Christian Petracca won’t be there. JAY CLARK explains why, plus the star Dee touches on the ‘robust discussions’ he’s had with the club.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - Augus 12 , 2023. AFL . Jack Martin of the Blues celebrates a 2nd quarter goal during the round 22 match between Carlton and Melbourne at the MCG in Melbourne. Photo by Michael Klein.

Not again? Geelong eyes delisted Blue as next bargain buy

Geelong has emerged as a surprise suitor for delisted Blues forward Jack Martin, who has also fielded interest from Western Australia and Queensland clubs.

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The foyer area at Melbourne's proposed Caulfield base

First look: Inside Melbourne’s Caulfield Racecourse plans

Melbourne has revealed what its proposed Caulfield Racecourse headquarters will look like as the project took a significant step forward. JAY CLARK has details.

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Brisbane's Dayne Zorko celebrates the win during the AFL Semi Final match between the GWS Giants and Brisbane Lions at Engie Stadium on September 14, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Lions star learns MRO fate on latest incident in long rap sheet

Dayne Zorko was slapped with a ninth career striking charge, but the Lion is free to play in the preliminary final.

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AFL Rich 100: Footy’s mega earners, millionaires revealed

The AFL Rich 100 for 2024 is here. There are new faces, a few big surprises and, of course, some eye-catching contracts for all the wrong reasons. See the full list and have your say.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 31: Jack Macrae of the Bulldogs celebrates a goal during the 2024 AFL Round 12 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Adelaide Crows at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on May 31, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Trade latest: The late pick which could unlock Macrae future

Jack Macrae’s trade options to leave Western Bulldogs are narrowing, with a late pick looming as key to negotiations. Get the latest in Moneyball.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 09: Jake Stringer of the Bombers celebrates a goal during the 2024 AFL Round 13 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Carlton Blues at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 09, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Handle with care: The Package in trade limbo

He’s the biggest rollercoaster in footy, and Essendon is looking to ditch the ups and downs of the last two decades. JAY CLARK has the latest on if Jake Stringer and the Bombers part ways.

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