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Tyler Lewis is a sports reporter based in Melbourne’s south east.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. May 21st, 2025 . Dreamtime at the G press conference at the MCG. Michael Long at todays press conference. . Picture: Michael Klein

Long: Indigenous participation ‘too important’

AFL legend Michael Long is pushing for a rejuvenation in the number of Indigenous players and says it’s a collective effort.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 21: Bulldogs head coach Luke Beveridge talks to Bailey Smith during the round 5 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Carlton at Marvel Stadium on April 21, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Smith move ‘doesn’t come into discussions’: Bevo

Coach Luke Beveridge says the first meeting with Bailey Smith since his departure from the club does not come into Western Bulldogs’ strategic planning.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Christian Petracca of the Demons celebrates kicking a goal during the round seven AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Richmond Tigers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on April 24, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

‘Shifted my priorities’: Trac’s raw reflection

Melbourne superstar Christian Petracca has delivered a raw reflection on his injury, the following trade buzz and his appetite for success as he gears up for game 200.

AFL

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MAY 03: Jeremy McGovern of the Eagles winces after a face knock during the 2025 AFL Round 08 match between the West Coast Eagles and the Melbourne Demons at Optus Stadium on May 3, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Carson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Star Eagle’s future in concussion panel’s hands

The future of a star West Coast Eagle is in the AFL Concussion Panel’s hands after he failed to advance through the mandatory concussion protocols.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 17: Brad Scott, Senior Coach of the Bombers looks on during the 2025 AFL Round 10 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Essendon Bombers at Marvel Stadium on May 17, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Don’t have any issues’: Scott unfazed by Hird report

Essendon coach Brad Scott has shrugged off reports club great James Hird could be in the frame for his position, refusing to let it “distract” him.

AFL

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 18: Lachie Neale of the Lions looks on during the round ten AFL match between Brisbane Lions and Narrm (Melbourne Demons) at The Gabba, on May 18, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Albert Perez/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Lions to ‘release shackles’ in MCG blockbuster

Brisbane co-captain Lachie Neale says the Lions are “not panicking” – but he does want to see a mindset shift when they tackle Hawthorn.

Cricket

ALBURY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 23: Melbourne Stars head coach, Peter Moores watches on ahead of the BBL match between Melbourne Stars and Sydney Thunder at Lavington Sports Ground, on December 23, 2023, in Albury, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

‘World class’: Stars’ big announcement

The Melbourne Stars have moved quickly to make a key appointment ahead of the upcoming Big Bash League summer.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 28: Luke Beveridge, Senior Coach of the Bulldogs congratulates Sam Davidson of the Bulldogs after winning the round three AFL match between Carlton Blues and Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium, on March 28, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

‘Tactical genius’: Young gun’s praise for Bevo

A mature-age draftee making waves at AFL level for the Western Bulldogs has heaped praise on his “genius” coach.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 18: Caleb Daniel of the Kangaroos in action during the 2025 AFL Round 10 match between the Richmond Tigers and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on May 18, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach takeaways: Caleb rubs it in, Oliver’s next tag target

Thousands of SuperCoaches traded out Caleb Daniel. Was that a big mistake? Plus the biggest bargain of 2025 and Clayton Oliver’s hit list. See what SuperCoaches learned on Super Sunday.

AFL News

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 17: Bailey Dale of the Bulldogs is chased by Zach Merrett of the Bombers during the 2025 AFL Round 10 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Essendon Bombers at Marvel Stadium on May 17, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Bailey’s record-breaking high sends Dons to a new low

Western Bulldogs defender Bailey Dale did whatever he liked against an embarrassing Essendon on Saturday night – and, in a 91-point demolition, he wasn’t the only one.

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