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Kate Salemme is a sports reporter covering AFL, AFLW and tennis. She also covers a range of other sports across the sporting landscape.

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The Roos built a record-breaking side — and they’re not done yet

The fab five are a big part of the Roos’ undefeated run, but it’s the bargains and discards who’ve become guns which makes them unbeatable. Here’s how the Roos built the best list in the comp — and how it gets better.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 22: Carlton huddle ahead of the 2025 AFLW Second Preliminary Final match between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton Blues at Brighton Homes Arena on November 22, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

How Blues fix list blunders on trade path to next level

Smart recruiting has catapulted Carlton from AFLW wilderness into the premiership window – but will critical missteps threaten it all? Get the inside word on a crucial off-season.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 09: Hannah Priest (left) and Georgia Patrikios of the Saints look dejected after a loss during the 2025 AFLW Second Elimination Final match between the Adelaide Crows and the St Kilda Saints at Norwood Oval on November 9, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Finals can’t paper over Saints’ list holes, gameplan or trade disasters

The Saints made finals this season — but can’t let that paper over the cracks ridden through their side. Kate Salemme unpacks the horror trades, ‘uninspiring’ gameplan and list holes they must fix.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. September 4 , 2024. AFL . Western Bulldogs captains run at the MCG. Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner of the Western Bulldogs clears by hand . Pic: Michael Klein

Why Dogs can afford to ship out former No. 1 draft pick

Western Bulldogs’ three-year rebuild has created an AFLW powerhouse-in-waiting – but there are still a few missing pieces. Here’s how coach Tamara Hyett completes the puzzle.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 02: Imogen Barnett (left) and Ruby Schleicher of the Magpies look dejected after a loss during the 2025 AFLW Round 12 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at Victoria Park on November 2, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Get ruthless: The targets Pies should poach in total rebuild

The Pies need to be bold and ruthless at the trade table after another failed season. Here are the rival stars they should target at all costs — and the brutal culls which need to be made.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 14: Grace Egan of the Tigers is tackled by Breann Moody of the Blues during the 2022 S7 AFLW Round 08 match between the Carlton Blues and the Richmond Tigers at Ikon Park on October 14, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Trade fail: Why Tigers blundered surprise list call

As surprising as it is for many, Richmond is making the right decision to move on from experienced midfielder Grace Egan — it’s just the wrong execution.

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Dons’ list struggles exposed — and the trade that may turn tide

Dons’ list struggles exposed — and the trade that may turn tide

Could we see more off-season drama between Essendon and Hawthorn? This move would certainly amplify the rivalry in the AFLW space — and it’s exactly what the Bombers need.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 11: Chloe Molloy of the Swans sing the team song during the 2023 AFLW First Elimination Final match between The Gold Coast SUNS and The Sydney Swans at Heritage Bank Stadium on November 11, 2023 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Why AFLW star left Collingwood for Swans

Sydney Swans co-captain Chloe Molloy has opened up about the real reason she left Collingwood – and why she wants ‘more analysis’ of matches.

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Ex AFLW star Daisy Pearce’s big move

She made a name for herself playing AFLW, now Daisy Pearce is breaking new ground with her move into coaching – and responds to critics.

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Bunnings, Kmart caught up in sinister scam

Two iconic Aussie retailers have been embroiled in a fake job scandal as scammers prey on desperate jobseekers.

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