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Hawthorn

The seven Hawks and ‘scary’ proposition set to ignite midfield

After James Worpel’s departure and a failed Zach Merrett trade bid, the Hawks have a midfield void to fill. Hear from Jarman Impey and get the latest track watch intel to see their plans.

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PICTURESAFL

Track watch: ‘Virtual’ Pies recruits shine, cut Blue’s fight for lifeline

A pair of Collingwood youngsters returning from ACL injuries have impressed while Nick Daicos ramps up his pre-season. And over at the Blues a delisted midfielder is showing he still has AFL potential.

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Tasmania

‘Heroes everywhere’: Devils pay tribute to decades-long team effort

After decades of waiting and bitter political division, Tasmania has finally secured its AFL dream with parliament approving the controversial billion-dollar stadium.

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AFL

Swans’ camp gets awkward — thanks to a kid’s innocent question

One child’s innocent query sparked awkward laughter during Sydney’s Newcastle camp — especially because Charlie Curnow was in the room. Go inside the new-look Swans’ trip here.

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AFLW

Blues’ ruthless call likely to cause pregnancy policy rethink

Carlton’s controversial list call on its former captain is set to bring the AFLW’s pregnancy policy under a microscope. Plus, the Giants are playing hardball with the Blues on a wantaway defender.

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ExclusiveAFL

Star Crow open to rival club’s audacious trade play

In a bombshell move that is set to shake up the AFLW trade period, a rival club is eyeing triple-premiership Crow Anne Hatchard. Here’s how – and why – a shock deal could happen.

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National

Hutchy’s $250k pay rise as he faces off with Eddie for AFL content

Craig Hutchison has quietly bumped his salary to $1.3m — the payday coming as his company emerges as the front runner to elbow out Eddie McGuire in the race to snap up the AFL’s entire video content operation.

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AFL

The 948 days of backroom dealing that delivered Devils dream

On May 2, 2023, the AFL’s 19th license was provisionally granted to Tasmania. Almost 1000 days and plenty of doubts later, the final tick of approval came. But what really happened in between?

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UPDATEDAFL News

Tigers sack coach, footy boss in brutal AFLW review fallout

After winning just two games this season, there was a full scaled independent review of Richmond’s AFLW program – and the findings have triggered some big calls.

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AFL

Gale reveals huge ‘excitement’ for Devils roles

Tasmania Devils boss Brendon Gale says discussions regarding the club’s first senior coach can now move forward as the “real works” starts for the AFL’s 19th team.

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AFL

Why Bloods recruit rejected Tigers and co for Sydney move

Malcolm Rosas Jnr was being courted by numerous clubs before he chose Sydney. He opens up on why the Swans won out — and the past player he looks up to.

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AFL

Silvagni to be sidelined until 2026 as injury lingers

A lingering injury kept Jack Silvagni sidelined for a large chunk of this season — and it’s set to keep him off the park until 2026. See the latest on the Saints new recruit.

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AFL

Who’s in? Who’s out? Every AFL club’s coaching carousel moves

From Steven King’s Melbourne appointment to Nathan Buckley’s Geelong return, the AFL’s coaching landscape has been completely transformed in an unprecedented off-season overhaul.

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Your SayAFL

The 17 next breakout stars — and the big club without one

Brad Lloyd has cast his eyes across every list in the AFL to find the one player set to become the next breakout star. But the cupboard is bare at one club. See his assessment and have your say.

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AFL

AFL pre-season report: The latest intel from the track

Pre-season training is in full swing across the league. Who’s standing out? Are any big names injured? Where’s the SSP race at? Get all the latest here.

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AFL

Shrewd deals, built-from-scratch simulator behind AFL Draft heist

Player recruitment in the AFL is all about strategy. But one club is doing it bigger and better than the rest, thanks to a recruiter’s built-from-scratch draft simulator keeping them ahead of the game.

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AFL

Crows aim to lock Nicks in before a ball is bounced

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks is out of contract at the end of next season. But the club won’t be waiting that long to make a call on his future – not even close.

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AFL

‘Not a repeat of last year’: Roberts backs Dons’ new fitness regime

Archie Roberts has revealed how Bombers players feels about the club’s new high-performance team, Zach Merrett’s return to the club, and his own leadership ambitions. See all the pictures from the track.

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AFL

Tasmanian football royalty applauds ‘fantastic’ stadium call

Triple Brownlow Medallist Ian Stewart has given his verdict on the pending Macquarie Point stadium approval revealing why he believes it’s an important step for future generations.

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AFL

‘Financial juggernaut’: Tassie AFL dream one step closer

Tasmania’s AFL dream has moved closer to reality after four key politicians confirmed they would back the new stadium, sparking relief among the state’s football legends.

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AFLW

Ultimate guide: Every player linked to each club in AFLW trade week

With season 2025 done, the AFLW’s trade period is upon us. We’ve got the ultimate guide to who’s linked where and all the big moves that could happen.

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AFL News

Media ‘guessing’, difficult year: Worpel opens up on move to arch rival

James Worpel’s move to Geelong appeared inevitable, but the midfielder says it was no certainty. He reflects on an admittedly disappointing campaign, his free agency call and what he hopes to bring to Geelong.

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AFL

McGuane suffers blow in bid to grab last spot on Crows’ list

Tom McGuane has hit a roadblock in his quest to join Adelaide’s list over the off-season, with the son-of-a-gun sidelined with injury.

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AFLW

Emerging Crow finds new club as premiership Lion asks out

Gun Brisbane forward Taylor Smith has lodged a trade request — and now her suitor faces a challenge to make the move happen. Meanwhile, the Crows have officially lost a rising star.

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AFL News

When Cooper met Harley: The moment that could change it all

They talked the beach and moving to Perth – but the embrace between Harley Reid and West Coast’s newest stars on draft night signifies so much more. Go behind the scenes to find out why.

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AFL

Hawthorn legend leaves Fox Footy in major shake-up

Fox Footy has lost one of its biggest names after Dermott Brereton rejected a reduced role and chose to step away from the network after 14 years.

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Tasmania

Done deal: Mac Point stadium secures majority support

An order to build the Macquarie Point stadium on Hobart’s waterfront is set to pass the Legislative Council after a majority of members indicated they would vote in support. How it happened

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Melbourne City

Disgraced footy agent punted over forged football signatures

Disgraced former football agent and amateur defence lawyer Ricky Nixon has kicked an own goal after cross examining Melbourne premiership players over forged signatures on memorabilia sold to fans.

AFL News

Energised Buckley speaks out on Tassie job, coaching comeback

Nathan Buckley wants to be a senior coach again. Will that be at Tasmania? The former Collingwood coach gives an insight into his return to coaching.

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AFL

The major change coming to the Brownlow in 2026

After a recent meeting at league headquarters, the huge Brownlow Medal-winning totals of Matt Rowell and Patrick Cripps might be a thing of the past.

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