Dillon’s move to ensure the next generation of AFL leaders
A wealth of experience has departed the AFL landscape in recent years, and AFL CEO Andrew Dillon is determined to build up the next generation to lead the league.
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How Hawks thrive with forward six ‘no one else would dare attempt’
Right now, the Hawks are deserved premiership favourites, writes JON RALPH. But how do they do with without the big gun key forward? One factor looms as the secret to their success.
Former No.1 pick’s message to Harley as ‘please explain’ issued
The AFL has officially issued a ‘please explain’ notice to Harley Reid over his gestures to the crowd on Sunday, while a No.1 draft pick has revealed what would be going on behind closed doors.
Finlayson’s reprieve after round 1 shocker
Port Adelaide are in an injury hole with yet another tall going down on the weekend. But the door has re-opened for Jeremy Finlayson after he was dropped less than a week ago.
Dangerfield escapes ban as MRO hand out fines
Patrick Dangerfield faced MRO scrutiny for his high hit on Ryan Byrnes, but has escaped a ban ahead of a highly-anticipated rematch with the Lions.
Bulldogs guarantee Jamarra will stay, but what about Bevo?
Speculation is running rife about the futures of both Jamarra Ugle-Hagan and Luke Beveridge at Whitten Oval. Bulldogs CEO Ameet Bains has guaranteed one of them will be there in 2026.
‘Four weeks from insolvency’: Covid’s AFL chokehold revisited
Given the state of the league now, it’s easy to forget how close the AFL came to financial ruin during 2020. Jon Ralph revisits the dramatic decisions and meetings with the key stakeholders.
The Footscray week Sammy would’ve loved so much
Sam Landsberger loved Footscray, the club where his dad Jake was the long-time doctor. The late Herald Sun journalist would have relished a week like this where the history of the club he adored will be celebrated.
Trade buzz: Premiership Pie’s spot on ruckman merry-go-round
Luke Jackson and Tom De Koning’s futures have been all the rage, but another star ruckman might be enticed to change clubs as he considers testing the market.
Blues risk ‘jeopardising’ salary cap to match TDK offer
Tom De Koning is weighing up a mega offer to become a Saint from 2026. But to match the offer, Carlton risks jeopardising its salary cap structure and putting its stars in an “unfair” position.
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