‘Crap state of affairs’: Why QLD misses out in 2025 AFL season
Queensland won’t see an AFL game for seven of the first 16 rounds, with Gold Coast playing just three home games in that time in a fixturing flaw ‘no Melbourne team would put up with’.
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Lions, Suns lock in Round 1 plans after grounds, facilities soaked
The Lions have been unable to train on soaked grounds in Brisbane, so will fly south early ahead of their clash with Sydney, while the Suns have dodged the carnage felt by NRL neighbours the Titans.
‘Until the day I die’: Rioli’s Richmond pledge, Suns ambition
After nine seasons and three flags, Daniel Rioli’s Richmond departure shattered Tiger fans. The Suns’ speedster says he has no regrets about moving north in the hunt for his fourth premiership.
AFL’s big fixture gamble after Opening Round upheaval
Gold Coast and Essendon will play twice in one round after the AFL confirmed where the postponed fixtures from Opening Round will be played.
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‘Concerned’ Dimma reveals sit-down with Rowell post Vic links
Matt Rowell is in demand and Victorian clubs are circling. Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick reveals what was discussed in a private meeting with the star onballer.
SuperCoach alert: Could Suns bolter be 2025’s biggest steal?
Ben Jepson has all the traits SuperCoaches look for in a player. Now he’s on the Gold Coast list, could he end up being one of the steals of 2025? CALLUM DICK charts his rise.
Suns’ tipping point: What needs to happen to keep Rowell from Cats
Geelong is yet again in pursuit of a star rival midfielder, this time it being Matt Rowell. But is it actually possible? Callum Dick examines the possibility of Rowell in the blue and white hoops.
Telling move behind shock AFL trade rumour
Kane Cornes says reports about Gold Coast gun Matt Rowell reveal much more than face value about the former No. 1 draft pick.
‘Carlton needs more’: Are Blues kids holding them back?
At some AFL clubs, young guns form the nucleus of a premiership challenger. At others, fans are nervous about whether their investment will pay off. Where does your team sit ahead of the 2025 season?
‘Lit something in me’: The spark that inspired Shaw’s coaching return
Incoming Gold Coast Suns AFLW coach Rhyce Shaw has revealed what inspired his senior coaching comeback four years after parting ways with North Melbourne.
AFL history as Rhyce Shaw’s return to senior coaching revealed
Rhyce Shaw is back coaching in the AFL, but it will be a new role for the former Kangaroos senior coach, as he makes some history with his newest gig.
Forgotten ex-AFL player’s early retirement ‘heartbreak’, rare injury
Josh Corbett gave the game away at 28 after fighting tooth and nail to get there. In an upfront interview with DAN BATTEN, the ex-Docker and Sun reflects on his decision to undergo a surgery that no player has ever come back from.
Predictions, best 23: 2025 has to be the year the Suns rise, right?
Is 2025 finally the year? In Damien Hardwick’s second season on the Gold Coast, finals will once again be the expectation for the Suns. CALLUM DICK previews their season.
Matt Rowell opens up on Dimma, his Suns future and Victorian interest
Suns midfielder Matt Rowell has spoken about his long-term future heading into the final year of his contract amid strong Victorian interest.
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