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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 18: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos (L) looks on along side Todd Viney, assistant coach of the Kangaroos during the round 23 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium, on August 18, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Roos consider banking on 2025 rise in huge draft gamble

North Melbourne could take a huge risk in a deal that would see their future-first round pick owned by a rival club. JON RALPH looks at the Kangaroos’ options.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 20: Libby Birch of the Kangaroos warms up during the round eight AFLW match between Essendon Bombers and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Windy Hill, on October 20, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Martin Keep/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

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Why finals tilt is a ‘bonus’ for Roos star

A key cog in North Melbourne’s AFLW flag tilt is grateful just to be out on the field after a near disaster in pre-season training.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 25: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos looks on after winning the round 2 AFL match between the Fremantle Dockers and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Optus Stadium, on March 25, 2023, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

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Ralph: Fair play to Roos, but Perth venture looms as on-field disaster

Fair play to the Kangaroos for trying to secure a $2 million windfall each year by playing home games in Perth, but it’s hard to see how it will help them climb the ladder, writes Jon Ralph.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 23: Tom Powell of the Kangaroos (L) celebrates a goal with teammate Jy Simpkin during the 2024 AFL Round 2 match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and the Fremantle Dockers on March 23, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

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Go west: How North’s WA sell-off will impact 2025 fixture

North Melbourne is poised to sell two home games to Western Australia, including one which will be played two hours from Perth. Here’s what it means for the 2025 fixture.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 12: Tarryn Thomas of the Kangaroos in action during the 2023 AFL Round 22 match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and the Essendon Bombers at Marvel Stadium on August 12, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Revealed: Dons members emailed to distance club from Thomas

Brad Scott’s comments about Tarryn Thomas caused a stir among the AFL community, and questions from some Essendon members prompted an email response from the club to clarify its position. READ THE EMAIL HERE.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 04: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos is see after the round eight AFL match between St Kilda Saints and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium, on May 04, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Clarko learns fate for latest outburst

With a possible two-week ban hanging over his head for his latest tirade, Kangaroos coach Alastair Clarkson has learnt his fate for his outburst down in Hobart during the Roos’ most recent loss.

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Clarkson was on the boundary for the match. Photo: Channel 9

‘Can’t walk past’: Coach investigated by AFL

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is facing a potential ban after the AFL launched an investigation into “profanity” towards umpires.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 19: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos addresses his players during the 2024 AFL Round 10 match between the Essendon Bombers and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium on May 19, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Alleged ‘abusive language’ puts Clarko under AFL microscope

Just months after his sanction for abuse towards St Kilda players, the Roos coach is once again under investigation by the AFL for alleged abusive language at umpires.

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HOBART, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Jason Horne-Francis of the Power and Charlie Comben of the Kangaroos share a few words during the round 11 AFL match between North Melbourne and Yartapuulti (Port Adelaide) at Blundstone Arena, on May 25, 2024, in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Steve Bell/Getty Images)

Power skipper’s latest injury concern sours North romp

Port Adelaide stormed to a commanding win over North Melbourne — giving Jason Horne-Francis the last laugh against his old side. But, two injuries to key players have soured the victory.

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Jason Horne-Francis enjoyed playing his old team. Photos: Getty Images

Star incites former team as Roos lose again

Port’s Jason Horne-Francis was public enemy No. 1 against North Melbourne, but he had the last laugh in a fiery victory in Hobart.

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Footy legend Barry Davis has passed away.

AFL world mourns loss of all-time great

There has been an outpouring of grief in the footy world over the death of a pioneer with some extraordinary accolades.

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1972. Barry Davis. Essendon. Neg: ED14127[Herald 14/4/1972]

AFL world mourns passing of Roos pioneer and Bombers legend

Essendon and North Melbourne are mourning the loss of triple premiership player Barry Davis, who died, aged 80, on Wednesday after a life that included a remarkable 289-game career.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. May 19, 2024. AFL round 10Ã Essendon vs North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium . Alastair Clarkson, senior coach of the Kangaroos . Pic: Michael Klein

AFL battlers won’t rush back skipper

North Melbourne haven’t won a game this season but morale is high enough for super coach Alastair Clarkson to keep a couple of guns on ice a bit longer.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 16: Ben McKay and Todd Goldstein of the Bombers sing the team song during the 2024 AFL Round 01 match between the Essendon Bombers and the Hawthorn Hawks at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 16, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Roos coach can’t fault free-agent duo

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says he’s happy for his former players, but will Kangaroos supporters feel the same on Sunday?

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