Predicted teams: Solving big finals selection dilemmas
Will Melbourne turn to Brodie Grundy, does Tom Jonas survive and who will make way for Carlton’s returning stars? See how every finalist could look.
Port Adelaide
He’s coming home: How Port could secure Grundy in trade coup
Just 12 months after overlooking a move back home to South Australia, Brodie Grundy might land at Alberton. But how does Port get all of its targets over the line?
AFL great slams ‘big mistake’ in finals draw
Jonathan Brown has taken aim at the AFL for its finals draw, singling out the poor treatment of one club in particular.
Ultimate form guide: Early mail for every final
What team changes are likely for week one of finals? Who hits September in form – and what issues need to be fixed? With the fixture locked in, this is everything you need to know.
Pre-finals lesson Power must take to Brisbane
The Power secured third spot after beating the Tigers, but their performance left plenty to be desired, and they must take some lessons to Brisbane if they are going to win.
Hinkley weighs up finals selection shock, Dixon poised for new deal
Port spearhead Charlie Dixon is close to signing a new deal — but the biggest news out of Alberton is the finals wildcard Ken Hinkley is considering.
How Power unlocked Rioli’s full potential
After a slow start to the season, Willie Rioli is showing exactly why the Power chased him so hard, SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON reveals what has changed.
Teams: Will Tex terrorise Eagles again?
Could Taylor Walker surge to a Coleman Medal win against the Eagles? If he can, he’ll have to do it without a dropped key forward partner. See the full Crows and Port teams.
Port to face questions over another head knock
Port Adelaide kept its top-two hopes alive with a win against Fremantle but its treatment of skipper Tom Jonas is set to invite questions from AFL headquarters.
AFL Finals: Each team’s top 8 hopes explained
The race for the minor premiership, top two, top four and top eight are all still alive as the AFL season reaches a thrilling conclusion.
Port trio re-sign as search for star ruck heats up
Port has locked down three more emerging stars just days after coach Ken Hinkley re-signed as their search for a star ruck heats up.
The Power siblings set to take September by storm
September will see the Duursma siblings in teal, white and black as Xavier and Yasmin hit the AFL finals and the start of the AFLW season.
Teams: Power recall veteran, Crows get much-needed boost
With their season on the line on Saturday, the Crows will welcome back one of their stars, meanwhile the Power have recalled a veteran to take on Freo. Check out the full teams here.
Kochie, Carr and Ken: How the Power (finally) got their man
While a new deal for Ken Hinkley seemed clear to come when the Power won 13 straight, the future of Josh Carr was not as certain. Jay Clark reveals how Port kept both master and apprentice.
Analysis: Could Hinkley coach Port beyond 2025?
The Power locked up both Ken Hinkley and assistant coach Josh Carr, but with whispers of succession plans in the air, how does Port avoid the same fate Collingwood suffered over a decade ago?
King Kenny: From ‘untenable’ to undeniable as Port’s man
Ken Hinkley won’t put any deadlines on his future as coach of the Power, denying any notion of a succession plan at Port Adelaide after re-signing for two more years.
Succession? AFL great urges Power to not place ‘end-date’ on Ken
Collingwood premiership coach Mick Malthouse is no stranger to coaching succession plans, and the coaching legend has had his say on Port’s potential succession plan with Josh Carr.
Power’s GWS thrashing a preview of possible finals weapon
The young stars of the Power have stolen the headlines all year understandably, but another young gun at Ken Hinkley’s disposal could give them the edge coming into September.
Power lock in top four with Giant win, time to announce Ken?
The Power had fallen away over the past few weeks, but after a convincing win over GWS on Sunday, the runway is now clear for them to announce that they have re-signed Ken Hinkley.
Hinkley’s lessons from ‘aggressive’ free kick disparity
Ken Hinkley admits Port’s large free kick differential “has nothing to do with umpires” but he has sought clarity on how his team can give fewer frees away.
Port lock away key defender, are they still Esava favourites?
The Power have locked down another piece of their future down back, but what impact will it have on their plans to land Esava Ratugolea, as other clubs start to come to the party.
What the ruck? Another Port big man ruled out
Port Adelaide has welcomed back a host of stars for Sunday’s clash with GWS – but the club’s big man stocks have taken another hit. Here’s the latest.
‘We said…’: Koch doubles down on Ken’s future
Have Ken Hinkley and Port Adelaide reached a verbal agreement on a new contract? Chairman David Koch didn’t exactly buy into the discussion. Here’s the latest.
Is the ‘Victorian bias’ real? Port asks questions of umpires
Port (430) and the Crows (408) have conceded the most free kicks this year. And the Power isn’t happy with what happened on Saturday. So is Graham Cornes right? See for yourself.
Power ‘wholeheartedly’ makes its official call on the Voice
Port Adelaide has become the latest AFL club to declare its official position on changing the constitution to include a First Nations Voice to Parliament.
Is young big man playing for his career at Port?
He’s out-of-contract and hasn’t played since Round 11 last year – but could Victorian ruckman Sam Hayes make a late play for a new deal? His coach has backed him this weekend.
Fantasia thought rumour was ‘one of the boys taking the piss’
Port Adelaide forward Orazio Fantasia has rubbished a report from Melbourne this week that claimed he wanted to return to Essendon. See his full response.
‘Right thing to do’: Star wants charges in AFL nude pic scandal
An SA footy star embroiled in the AFL nude photo scandal says he will pursue criminal charges over the leak after having his name “dragged through the mud”.
Is this the Power’s secret weapon?
Everyone talks about Connor Rozee and Zak Butters, and Miles Bergman has taken the spotlight in defence. After Saturday night, there’s another player we should be talking about.
Crows, Power legends reflect on anniversary of Phil Walsh’s death
Chad Cornes says Phil Walsh had more impact on his career than anyone. On the eighth anniversary of the coach’s death, Cornes and Nathan van Berlo reflect on his legacy.
Goal of the year? Houston’s epic game-winner breaks Dons hearts
In an MCG thriller, Jye Caldwell put the Bombers in front with 80 seconds left – but Port Adelaide’s best kick marked the ball outside 50 moments later. See the incredible finish here.
AFL erupts over ‘unbelievable’ matchwinner
Port Adelaide’s winning streak is alive after Dan Houston sealed victory after the siren with a monster kick that’s being called the goal of the year.
Hinkley ‘confident’ as Georgiades contract talks near
With Miles Bergman rejecting a return to Victoria by re-signing, Port’s attention turns to Mitch Georgiades with coach Ken Hinkley confident a deal can get done.
‘Port Adelaide is home to me’: Vic star opens up on new deal
Victorian Miles Bergman knocked back strong interest from Melbourne-based clubs to re-sign with the Power. The breakout star opens up on why.
Power play: Does coach swap appeal for Hinkley, Dimma?
Could a direct coach swap be on the cards for 2024, and would it appeal for Damien Hardwick to return to Port and Ken Hinkley to head to Punt Rd?
The big Port names who might not get a new contract
A one-year deal is on the cards for Port Adelaide veteran Travis Boak – but things aren’t so certain with other household names. Get the latest on every out-of-contract player.
Run home: More tests coming but hot Pies can’t be topped
The Pies have set the benchmark so far in 2023, but can anyone run them down or is the minor premiership a certainty? See the predicted run home.
‘Step back in’: Hardwick’s bombshell call
Former Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has hinted at what his future in the AFL might look like amid rabid contract speculation.
Rich 100: AFL’s highest paid players revealed
Who are the highest paid players in the AFL? The Rich 100 reveals all. See the salaries and get the latest contract information on the best paid Crows and Power players.
Inside the Power balance: Pay young stars v chase free agents
Port Adelaide has stars on the rise, cap space in the bank and an aggressive mindset that says it will not quit until it can finally lift the premiership cup. What is the Power’s next move?
Trade targets: How Port could be even better in 2024
The Power is currently the AFL’s hottest team, yet there are still areas that could be improved. Check out our mid-season review and find out who Port could target for 2024.
Power gun tells all: Dad life, Ken connection and Port’s flag hopes
Aliir Aliir is again a key factor in Port Adelaide’s flag pursuit. In a lengthy Q&A, the Power star talks all things footy, family and being a role model.
‘It hurts’: Wines reveals anguish behind Jonas’ snubbing
As the Power have risen to the top of the AFL ladder, they have done so without captain Tom Jonas. But his replacement Ollie Wines has a message of hope for the skipper.
Cornes: Who’s smirking now? Ken wipes the grin off critics’ faces
He still can’t forgive Port Adelaide for the “treachery” of 1990 but Graham Cornes says the football they are playing in 2023 is turning haters into lovers.
The Barossa ground leading race for Gather Round game
Footy is headed for the regions for Gather Round 2024 with three SA venues in the running. See the leading candidates to host AFL action.
‘Anything can happen’: Why there’s still no call on Ken
Despite being the AFL’s hottest team with 11 straight wins, Port Adelaide chairman David Koch says the club will not be budging on their August timeline to decide Ken Hinkley’s future.
Hinkley’s ‘best list’ call vindicated after 11th straight win
Sceptics scoffed in the pre-season when Ken Hinkley called the Power’s 2023 list the best he’d coached. After swamping reigning premiers Geelong for an eleventh straight win he’s looking vindicated.
‘Always hunt’: Port vow after demolishing premiers
Port Adelaide is on a club-record winning streak and after smashing Geelong, coach Ken Hinkley had some bad news for the other 17 AFL teams.
Power couple melt AFL all over again
Jeremy Finlayson has starred once again as Port Adelaide’s remarkable streak continued but there was one fan much more special than the rest.
Cats coach erupts: ‘Something I’ve never seen’
The normally cool and calm coach of the reigning AFL premiers has erupted at three-quarter time in scenes that left commentators stunned.
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