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Mark RobinsonChief Football Writer

Mark Robinson is News Corp’s and CODE Sports chief football writer. He has covered AFL in Melbourne for the Herald Sun for 25 years. Robbo is an award-winning journalist and an institution in Melbourne with his hard-hitting columns, analysis and news breaking in the AFL space. He has reported on coaches coming and going and players reaching the greatest heights. He is also a founding co-host of Fox Footy’s AFL 360.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 13: Jason Horne-Francis and Ken Hinkley of the Power celebrate their win during the 2024 AFL Second Semi Final match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Hawthorn Hawks at Adelaide Oval on September 13, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Robbo: Let’s not hang Kenny for Ginnivan taunt

Under the pressure-cooker of footy, Ken Hinkley’s side produced their finest hour. But with all eyes on what happened after, Mark Robinson writes, let’s not hang Ken for the incident.

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Dusty, Suns in talks over bombshell move

Dustin Martin has held talks about continuing his AFL career under his premiership coach Damien Hardwick on the Gold Coast. MARK ROBINSON has exclusive details.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos, OCTOBER 17, 2023. Civil trial begins for Adam Kneale (pictured) who is suing the Western Bulldogs after he was repeatedly raped by club officials from the age of 11 in the 80s. . Picture: NCA NewsWire / David Crosling

Dogs to face second legal claim over alleged historical sex abuse

The Western Bulldogs are facing a second potentially devastating legal action over alleged abuse by a convicted pedophile who volunteered at the club in the 1980s, reports MARK ROBINSON.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUGUST 2, 2024: 2024 AFL Football - Round 21 - Western Bulldogs V Melbourne Demons at Marvel Stadium. Simon Goodwin coach of the Demons. Picture: Mark Stewart

Dees mutiny: Fans overwhelming back Goodwin sack call

Thousands of Melbourne fans have backed former president Joe Gutnick’s call for the embattled club to sack coach Simon Goodwin. Have your say here.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. April 7 , 2024. AFL Gather Round. Round 4. Collingwood vs Hawthorn at the Adelaide Oval. Jai Newcombe of the Hawks celebrates a 2nd quarter goal . Pic: Michael Klein

Dynasty 2.0: Do Mitchell’s Hawks have hallmarks of the greats?

As Hawthorn eyes a spot in this year’s preliminary final, MARK ROBINSON examines what it takes to become a juggernaut and whether the Hawks have the traits to emulate Sydney and Geelong’s sustained success.

AFL

Robbo: Concussion correlation fears as AFL stats fail to add up

Concussion campaigner Peter Jess has welcomed former West Coast CEO Trevor Nisbett’s AFL appointment amid his concerns over the reporting of concussions by key bodies across the league.

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MELBOURNE, SEPTEMBER 6, 2024: 2024 AFL Football - Elimination Final - Western Bulldogs v Hawthorn at the MCG. Jack Scrimshaw of the Hawks in action. Picture: Mark Stewart

The Tackle: The forgotten Hawk who’s become a world-beater

When asked in the pre-season who could challenge for the Hawks’ B&F, coach Sam Mitchell suggested some young guns – but also a 26-year-old swingman who’s now looking every bit a world-beater.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 05: Zak Butters of the Power looks on after being subbed from the match during the 2024 AFL Second Qualifying Final match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Geelong Cats at Adelaide Oval on September 05, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Robbo: Cornes’ comments ‘crossed the line’, says AFLPA boss

Kane Cornes has come under fire for questioning Zak Butters for not playing through injuries, which AFL Players’ Association CEO Paul Marsh said could have resembled Christian Petracca’s.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 06: Calsher Dear of the Hawks takes a selfie with teammates during the 2024 AFL Second Elimination Final match between the Western Bulldogs and the Hawthorn Hawks at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 06, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Robbo: The truth and talent behind outrageous Hok Ball

It’s difficult keeping up with Hok Ball because the moments seem to get bigger, louder and more outrageous, writes MARK ROBINSON. But behind the noise is a serious group of kids.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 05: Ken Hinkley, Senior Coach of the Power looks on during the 2024 AFL Second Qualifying Final match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Geelong Cats at Adelaide Oval on September 05, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Robbo: Ridicule awaits Ken, Power and it’s deserved after choke

It was Port Adelaide’s biggest game of the year, and they choked, writes Mark Robinson. And with either the Bulldogs or Hawks waiting, it’s going to be a long week for Ken Hinkley.

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