Why Bombers are moving on from Dodoro after 25 years
Essendon list boss Adrian Dodoro is stepping aside after a quarter of a century at the Bombers. See how the club CEO explained the big move.
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Cheap trick: How Pies ‘genius’ improved on Hawks’ flag formula
Graham Wright took plenty from his time at the Hawks, and arrived at the Pies with it all to do in 2021. Jay Clark looks into how the list guru turned the Pies into flag favourites so quickly.
The trend that puts McKay-Curnow myth to bed
Despite suggestions the Blues don’t need Harry McKay, Michael Voss has been unwavering in his support of the forward, but do the stats back him up?
Prelim dilemma: Heartbreak looms for two Blues
Carlton has the luxury of welcoming back Harry McKay and Jack Martin but that spells heartbreak for two unlucky Blues. Our experts pick the ins and outs of every preliminary finalist.
Legendary photographer, reporters honoured at AFL media awards
After 35 years of service to the industry, Michael Klein has been awarded life membership of the AFL Media Association. Plus a number of Herald Sun sports staff were recognised on the night.
Brownlow betting scandal ‘active’ as umpire’s lawyer breaks silence
The lawyer for AFL umpire Michael Pell has spoken on the ongoing investigation into the alleged leaking of Brownlow Medal votes.
The trade that could haunt Pies on prelim night
It didn’t seem a big deal when Collingwood parted ways with a future first-round pick in 2020. But the player GWS selected with that choice will have a big say in a prelim final.
Eight players axed in savage Crows, Port list cull
The Crows and Power have announced post-season list changes, with a top-20 draft pick among the players shown the door.
Famous Carlton name signs new deal
Jack Silvagni will remain at the Blues despite interest from a few clubs earlier in the year. See all the details of his contract here.
‘This is my home’: Watch Boak speak after exit meeting
Moments after his exit interview at Alberton, Travis Boak declared he still has the ‘fire in the belly’. But will he play on at the Power in 2024? Watch the video.
‘Hasn’t stopped learning’: Cats back Scott with extension
Geelong coach Chris Scott will extend his Cats coaching tenure to at least 16 seasons in charge after inking a contract extension through until the end of 2026.
Key differences between Port’s 2021 and 2023 finals debacles
The Power’s season has ended in home finals in three of the past four seasons, but not all tough losses are made equally, so where did it go wrong for the Power this year? Have your say here.
How Pies turned band of misfits into flag favourites
Collingwood hasn’t had many top-end draft picks or made massive trade moves. But smart trades have pieced together what could be a premiership team.
Trade latest: Are Dons about to get jumped for McKay?
With an offer of up to six years on the table, Essendon is the favourite to land free agent Ben McKay – but will his tour of a Victorian rival’s headquarters change things?
Barassi honours ‘coming shortly’
The AFL and the Victorian government have asked for more time after announcing Ron Barassi would be given the same honour as Shane Warne with a state funeral in Melbourne.
KO victim Brayshaw makes big decision on career
Angus Brayshaw will have brain scans to guide his path forward after being concussed six times in the AFL. Will he be playing for the Demons next year?
Sound the alarm: When Pies should expect Orange Tsunami
Craig McRae better have one of the great quarter-time speeches planned for Friday night. If he doesn’t, the Orange Tsunami which flattened St Kilda and Port Adelaide is coming.
Injury-plagued Port forward hopeful of new deal
Orazio Fantasia is out of contract and played just three senior games for Port Adelaide this year. So, what was he told at his exit meeting? Here’s the latest.
Track watch: Adams passes own expectations, Blues banged up
Collingwood and Carlton have hit the track on Monday ahead of this weekend’s preliminary finals – and there’s mixed news for fans. Get the latest from training, including full picture galleries.
McLachlan apologises after AFLW fan forced to remove Yes T-shirt
Gillon McLachlan has apologised to an AFLW fan who was forced to remove a T-shirt supporting the Yes movement at a Brisbane Lions’ match.
Every SuperCoach score from Coates League prelim finals
The Sandringham Dragons and Eastern Ranges are through to the Coates Talent League Grand Final. See who starred in the weekend’s preliminary finals here.
Big, big hit: Will Briggs be fit for prelim?
The Giants were running hot with an almost injury-free list – until Kieren Briggs grabbed his shoulder. Get the latest on the big man and GWS selection.
Ralph: The left-field option to solve Dees’ forward crisis
The Dees’ forward issues caused them grief in the finals once again, struggling to put a winning score on the board. Jon Ralph looks at 13 options who could solve their biggest flaw.
Huge call looms for Lions after star fails to train
Brisbane defender Jack Payne didn’t train at all last week – and it was a similar story on Tuesday, just days out from a looming showdown with Charlie Curnow.
‘I’m just annoying’: Inside the mind of Pies’ self-confessed ‘pest’
Collingwood defender Nathan Murphy freely admits he has no idea what he is doing quite often when he crosses the white line, which has made him so effective in the Pies’ stout defence.
Hinkley ‘not worried about the scrutiny’ after finals letdown
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley is prepared for the criticism that will come his way after another disappointing finals exit. See what he had to say after the latest loss.
Pressure rising on Dal Santo after Port overruns Saints
St Kilda is staring at another AFLW season without finals after falling to 0-3 against Port Adelaide, turning up the pressure on coach Nick Dal Santo. Full AFLW wrap.
Legendary Barassi was simply the best on ground
This week the national game of Australian football and his state of Victoria will grapple with how to mark the life and loss of son and saviour Ronald Dale Barassi.
Hogan finally gets his prelim final moment
Jesse Hogan had to watch his former Melbourne teammates win a flag, but they will be watching him on Friday night as he hits a prelim in career-best form.
‘We don’t care’: Giants embrace short prelim turnaround
GWS effectively has a five-day turnaround before returning to the airport on Thursday, but Stephen Coniglio says the Giants are ready for another blockbuster final.
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