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AFLW Draft Prospect: Chloe Baker-West

Too good for the boys at 8yo, now she’s one of AFLW Draft’s best

She was dominating under-10s footy with the boys at just eight years old, but Chloe Baker-West’s journey towards the AFLW Draft hasn’t all been smooth sailing.

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Sourasis’ company only has $224; Pies star’s huge blow

A $3 million legal fight has turned into a financial nightmare for AFL great Scott Pendlebury as his former business partner’s empire crumbles with $80 million in debts.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 22: Jake Bowey of the Demons in action during the 2025 AFL Round 24 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Melbourne Demons at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 22, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Gun Demon to miss chunk of 2026 with dreaded injury

Melbourne has suffered a major blow after scans revealed a serious injury to important defender Jake Bowey. Plus, a first-round draft pick has suffered another setback.

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Adelaide Crows 2026 home jumper. Picture: Sarah Reed

Love it or hate it? Crows unveil historic new jumper

The Crows are moving on from 2025, revealing changes to how they will look next season – in the AFL and AFLW. Are you onboard? See the new jumper and have your say.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 27: Gryan Miers of the Cats and Mark Blicavs of the Cats react following the AFL Grand Final match between Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 27, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos)

‘Hurt forever’: Miers’ GF pain, inside word on new Cats

After the 2020 grand final loss, Gryan Miers said it was the flag that got away. But 2025 feels different. He opens up on how, Geelong’s new draftees and his 2026 role.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 05: Anne Hatchard of the Crows handballs whilst being tackled during the AFLW Round 8 match between Richmond Tigers and Adelaide Crows at Ikon Park on October 05, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Suns ignite trade period as Crow defects, Tigers win No.1 pick race

Richmond has out-bid several clubs for Gold Coast’s No.1 pick as the Suns prepare to bring in up to six top 10 academy guns. Plus, two Dees head west and the Blues brought in two stars. See the full wrap.

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Charlie Curnow, Harry Kyle and Taylor Adams during a visit to Carrington Public School as part of the Sydney Swans Community Camp in Newcastle on December 2, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

Swans’ camp gets awkward — thanks to a kid’s innocent question

One child’s innocent query sparked awkward laughter during Sydney’s Newcastle camp — especially because Charlie Curnow was in the room. Go inside the new-look Swans’ trip here.

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Hawthorn pre-season training at their new facilities at Dingley Village. Josh Weddle. Picture : Ian Currie

The seven Hawks and ‘scary’ proposition set to ignite midfield

After James Worpel’s departure and a failed Zach Merrett trade bid, the Hawks have a midfield void to fill. Hear from Jarman Impey and get the latest track watch intel to see their plans.

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Bradley Stokes for the Darwin Buffaloes and Billy Shanks for Wanderers in the 2025-26 NTFL season.

Replay: Wanderers pull off assured win in downpour

Wanderers turned in an assured showing to mark a milestone and claim the Nungalinya Cup in a very wet encounter against the Buffaloes. Watch the full match replay FREE.

03 December 2025 Port Adelaide training at Alberton Oval. Pic Roy VanDerVegt

Track watch: Port’s Butters boost, JHF update, Rozee’s switch-up

Two Port Adelaide stars were sent for surgery post-season and Matt Turner has the latest on their status, plus Connor Rozee’s positional switch and more in track watch.

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Collingwood pre season football training at Olympic Oval, Melbourne. Picture: Tony Gough

Track watch: ‘Virtual’ Pies recruits shine, cut Blue’s fight for lifeline

A pair of Collingwood youngsters returning from ACL injuries have impressed while Nick Daicos ramps up his pre-season. And over at the Blues a delisted midfielder is showing he still has AFL potential.

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Brendon Gale, TFC CEO, announcing the Devils VFL licence at North Hobart Oval. Picture TFC

Gale reveals huge ‘excitement’ for Devils roles

Tasmania Devils boss Brendon Gale says discussions regarding the club’s first senior coach can now move forward as the “real works” starts for the AFL’s 19th team.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 29: Kerryn Peterson of the Blues in action during the round five AFLW match between Carlton Blues and Sydney Swans at Ikon Park, on September 29, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)

Blues’ ruthless call likely to cause pregnancy policy rethink

Carlton’s controversial list call on its former captain is set to bring the AFLW’s pregnancy policy under a microscope. Plus, the Giants are playing hardball with the Blues on a wantaway defender.

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Pies put through paces at training

Pies put through paces at training

Collingwood were put through their paces on a warm December day in Melbourne.

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How Mac Point Stadium finally gained approval

Tasmania has finally secured its AFL dream after the approval of the controversial Hobart stadium — forging the way forward for the Devils’ entry to the competition. Here’s a look back at how it happened and the response from state leaders.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 15: Anne Hatchard of the Crows marks the ball against Sarah Lampard of the Demons during the AFLW Semi Final match between Melbourne Demons and Adelaide Crows at Ikon Park on November 15, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Star Crow open to rival club’s audacious trade play

In a bombshell move that is set to shake up the AFLW trade period, a rival club is eyeing triple-premiership Crow Anne Hatchard. Here’s how – and why – a shock deal could happen.

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Buddy Franklin has revealed what he spent his first AFL paycheck on.

Buddy Franklin’s AFL paycheque confession

The ex-AFL star has revealed what he splashed out on when he received his first big footy paycheque in the mid-2000s.

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Malcolm Rosas jnr during the open training session at the Newcastle No. 1 Sports Ground as part of the Sydney Swans Community Camp in Newcastle on December 3, 2025. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - NO ON SALES - copyright Phil Hillyard )

Why Bloods recruit rejected Tigers and co for Sydney move

Malcolm Rosas Jnr was being courted by numerous clubs before he chose Sydney. He opens up on why the Swans won out — and the past player he looks up to.

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Craig Hutchison and Eddie McGuire are circling a deal to produce AFL video content.

Hutchy’s $250k pay rise as he faces off with Eddie for AFL content

Craig Hutchison has quietly bumped his salary to $1.3m — the payday coming as his company emerges as the front runner to elbow out Eddie McGuire in the race to snap up the AFL’s entire video content operation.

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Tigers dismiss AFLW coach after review

Tigers dismiss AFLW coach after review

AFLW: Richmond has dismissed AFLW coach Ryan Ferguson following a “comprehensive external review” of its women’s program.

Nick Watson and Keeley Sherar. Picture: Jonathan Di Maggio

‘Wizard’ Watson reveals romance with AFLW star

Hawthorn cult figure Nick Watson and Carlton star Keeley Sherar had kept their relationship under wraps before making their public debut at the Blues’ best and fairest.

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Jack Silvagni at St Kilda training, November 2025. Picture: Jarryd Thomas, St Kilda FC

Silvagni to be sidelined until 2026 as injury lingers

A lingering injury kept Jack Silvagni sidelined for a large chunk of this season — and it’s set to keep him off the park until 2026. See the latest on the Saints new recruit.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 01: Christian Petracca handalls during a Gold Coast Suns AFL training session at People First Stadium on December 01, 2025 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

AFL pre-season report: The latest intel from the track

Pre-season training is in full swing across the league. Who’s standing out? Are any big names injured? Where’s the SSP race at? Get all the latest here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Matthew Nicks, Senior Coach of the Crows is seen arriving at the 2025 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 19th, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by James Wiltshire/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Crows aim to lock Nicks in before a ball is bounced

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks is out of contract at the end of next season. But the club won’t be waiting that long to make a call on his future – not even close.

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1991 Grand Final. Hawthorn v West Coast Eagles. VFL Park. Chris Langford, John Platten, Paul Hudson (with premiership cup), Dean Anderson, Andrew Gowers (in background) and Stephen Lawrence. Neg: 910929/57

Why ‘brutally honest’ Hudson would rather his kids play for Tassie

The Hudson name is synonymous with Tasmanian football and Paul has declared “nothing would give him more pleasure” seeing his sons play for the Devils instead of his own clubs.

Revealed: Next on the to-do list for delighted Devils

Revealed: Next on the to-do list for delighted Devils

The Tasmania Devils have achieved so much in winning a green light for a new stadium but now their attention must quickly shift to a growing list of massive new priorities.

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The Pies don't have a breakout star

The 17 next breakout stars — and the big club without one

Brad Lloyd has cast his eyes across every list in the AFL to find the one player set to become the next breakout star. But the cupboard is bare at one club. See his assessment and have your say.

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Tasmanian Football Hall of Fame Icons Ian Stewart and Peter Hudson. Picture AFL Tasmania

Tasmanian football royalty applauds ‘fantastic’ stadium call

Triple Brownlow Medallist Ian Stewart has given his verdict on the pending Macquarie Point stadium approval revealing why he believes it’s an important step for future generations.

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Patrick Dangerfield has been blamed for Geelong's Mad Monday celebrations getting out of control. Image: Getty

Fresh twist, star blamed for Mad Monday act

The AFL’s first bisexual male player Mitch Brown has blamed Patrick Dangerfield for Geelong’s Mad Monday shenanigans.

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VARIOUS CITIES, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 18: Rodney Eade is seen at the unveiling of the new team during a media opportunity announcing the details for the Tasmanian AFL team, at Hobart Theatre Royal on March 18, 2024 in Various Cities, Australia. (Photo by Steve Bell/Getty Images)

‘Financial juggernaut’: Tassie legends laud Macquarie Point Stadium vote

Two of Tasmania’s finest football products believe the decision to pass the Macquarie Point Stadium development will have a massive impact on future generations.

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