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Sydney Swans players led by coach Dean Cox, captainÃs Callum Mills and Lucy McEvoy attend the Bondi memorial on December 16, 2025 after the tragic events of last Sunday. Photo by Phil Hillyard Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

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Over 50 Swans descend on Bondi to honour victims of tragedy

The entire Sydney Swans playing group came together to show solidarity with the Bondi and Jewish communities, visiting the memorial that had been set up following Sunday’s senseless terrorist attack.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 13: Suns Head Coach Damien Hardwick during the National anthem ahead of the AFL Semi Final match between Brisbane Lions and Gold Coast Suns at The Gabba on September 13, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

‘We want the world to know’: Suns reveal bold three-year plan

After playing finals for the first time and bringing in some big-name recruits, Gold Coast are getting ambitious. See their targets for the next few seasons.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Chloe Bown of the Crows poses during the 2025 AFLW Draft at Marvel Stadium on December 15, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Crows pounce in what could be draft’s biggest win

One of the most complete players in this year’s AFLW Draft pool, Chloe Bown was long viewed as a pick 1 chance – but she slid and the Crows were waiting. See how both SA clubs fared.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Jake Soligo of the Crows looks dejected after a loss during the AFL First Qualifying Final match between the Adelaide Crows and the Collingwood Magpies at Adelaide Oval on September 04, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

No trades, no worries for Crows great even after finals bashings

Mark Ricciuto believes Adelaide’s midfield woes can be solved without new recruits, despite the engine room failing in both finals defeats.

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AFLW Phantom Draft: How the top 20 picks could fall, when bids land

It’s been tipped to be one of the more unpredictable AFLW Drafts in years – but ELIZA REILLY has her ear on the ground. Here’s how the top 20 could play out on Monday night.

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HOLD FOR SATURDAY HERALD SUN PIC DESK----Footy legend and Fox Footy commentator Dermott Brereton details his injuries and thoughts on the game for Weekend Cover story. Picture: Alex Coppel.

Statistics over passion: Derm reveals truth behind Fox Footy exit

Hawthorn great Dermott Brereton says he will still have a voice in the football media after leaving Fox Footy, declaring the network had more interest in statistically-minded analysis than emotion.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 06: Scarlett Johnson of the Knights in action during the 2025 Coates Talent League Girls Round 01 match between the Northern Knights and the Oakleigh Chargers at Highgate Recreation Reserve on April 06, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Rob Lawson/AFL Photos)

Late mail: The go-home concerns set to shape AFLW Draft

Armed with picks two and three, the Giants will have a big say on the first round of the AFLW Draft – but there is some late intel that could sway their decision. Get the latest whispers here.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 01: Ken Hinkley, Senior Coach of the Power and Zak Butters of the Power celebrate during the 2020 AFL First Qualifying Final match between the Port Adelaide Power and the Geelong Cats at Adelaide Oval on October 01, 2020 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Ken’s call: Butters’ future, Marshall move and straight-sets Crows

Fresh from leaving the Power just over three months ago, Ken Hinkley gives his assessment on the Zak Butters state of play, change at Port Adelaide and where the crosstown rivals stand.

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10 December 2025 Former Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley (R) is joining Fox Footy's team this year, where he will work alongside Crows champion Mark Ricciuto (L). Pic RoyVPhotography

Hinkley lands major TV role in coaching gap year

Ken Hinkley has made the call to take a break after 30 consecutive seasons of coaching at different levels of football — but he’ll still be close to the action. Details on his new TV role here.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 11: Senior Coach Matthew Nicks press conference during the Adelaide Crows AFL captain's run at West Lakes on September 11, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/Getty Images)

Done deal? Crows could soon unveil new Nicks contract

Forget the round 1 date, Adelaide is unlikely to even wait until 2026 to lock Matthew Nicks in at West Lakes with the Crows coach to re-sign as early as next week.

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Newcastle locals Max King and Isaac Heeney at Newcastle Baths as part of the Sydney Swans Community Camp in Newcastle on December 2, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

The Newcastle club inspiring AFL dreams in NRL heartland

Without the Swans Academy, Max King’s AFL dream wouldn’t be reality. Without meeting Isaac Heeney as a nine year old at Cardiff Hawks, the dream may have been totally different.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 13: Crows chairman John Olsen during the round 22 AFL match between the Adelaide Crows and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Adelaide Oval on August 13, 2022 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Top Crow reveals why Stevens got the nod as Roo’s replacement

Ahead of Mark Ricciuto’s retirement, Adelaide chairman John Olsen approached South Australian police commissioner Grant Stevens with a clear plan for the club’s board.

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Adelaide Crows' new headquarters at Thebarton Oval. Picture: Adelaide FC

New Crows HQ leaves onlookers ‘gobsmacked’

Adelaide chairman John Olsen says people are ‘gobsmacked’ at the size and progress of the Crows’ new Thebarton home, as the club eyes a training date next year. See the latest pictures.

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Oliver Florent and Will Hayward at Carlton Pre-Season Training. Friday, December 12. 2025. Picture: David Crosling

Track watch: Draftee wows Blues fans, recruits talk game plan

It wasn’t just the temperature that was hot at Carlton training on Friday, with a number of new faces turning up the heat alongside big names Patrick Cripps and Sam Walsh.

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