AFLST KILDA’S expected rise has hit an early hurdle, with the Saints lumped with one of the toughest AFL draws. WHERE DOES YOUR CLUB SIT ON THE DIFFICULTY LADDER?
AFLTHE winner of the Richmond v Carlton season-opener could get off to a flyer next year while Collingwood has been booted from prime time. Our experts assess the 2017 AFL fixture.
CrowsTHE league’s power clubs are urging the AFL Commission to be bold and tick off a historic twilight Grand Final next year. Tell us what you think
SportThe Western Bulldogs will unfurl their AFL premiership flag at Etihad Stadium before the grand final rematch against Sydney at Etihad Stadium in round two. 2017 FIXTURES IN FULL.
AFLNORTH Melbourne and Western Bulldogs will meet in a historic Good Friday twilight encounter at Eithad Stadium next year, with the contest set to boost the coffers of the Royal Children’s Hospital Appeal.
SportDUSTIN Martin scored three Brownlow Medal votes in Round 17 despite recording 18 ineffective kicks. It’s no surprise Martin features in the 20 quirkiest stats from the past season.
AFLNEW Bulldog Travis Cloke won’t have to wait long to face Collingwood while Essendon will host Hawthorn in prime-time in Round 1 next year. SEE THE LIKELY ROUND 1 DRAW
North MelbNORTH Melbourne will play in football’s first Good Friday game with the blockbuster-starved premier Western Bulldogs set to be its likely opponent.
Trade HQWHO were the winners and losers of the trade period? See who your club gained and lost plus expert analysis on what it means for your 2017 hopes. EVERY DEAL.
VideoBulldogsUPDATE: THE Western Bulldogs will make contact with Tom Liberatore in Vietnam to discuss his outrageous off-season antics. WATCH THE VIDEO