Meet the Bombers fan fighting president, ex-Dons for board spot
The field includes five premiership players, the current president and a long-time director. But this Bombers fan believes it’s time to bring the members’ voice to the Essendon board.
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Shock call that turned Adelaide-bound youngster into a Bomber
Archer Day-Wicks thought he’d be moving to Adelaide in 2025, before an unexpected call changed his plans. He tells CHRIS CAVANAGH how it all went down.
‘In games we give up’: Flag hero savages Dons as board war looms
‘We are no longer feared, we’re certainly not respected’ – Essendon premiership player Paul Weston has had enough. He tells MARK ROBINSON exclusively about his plan for change.
Dons president: We made significant progress in 2024
Essendon won just three of its last 11 games last season as the finals-winning drought continued. But president David Barham says the platform is being built ‘that will bring sustained success’.
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Angry Essendon members to turn away over steep price rises
Essendon fans are not happy with an increase in price of over $100 on select memberships. The Bombers are defending the decision despite the consequence of losing members.
‘Flexibility’ behind Bombers’ contract call
Essendon will go into a third season under Brad Scott with its best ruck mix still unclear, but a veteran is “excited” by the possibilities.
‘Underworld’ figures inside AFL clubrooms
The AFL has reportedly warned Essendon over figures seen inside the team’s dressing room with Eddie McGuire making a public plea.
Revealed: AFL Integrity warns Dons over players’ associates
AFL Integrity has warned Essendon to be vigilant over who it allows into its change rooms after concerns were raised about players’ associates.
‘He’s our captain’: Bombers, Saints shut down Merrett trade rumour
Zach Merrett has been linked to a monster offer from St Kilda in recent days, but JON RALPH reports the Saints and Bombers have denied any chance of the detail being done.
Star Blue axed in mass cull
Carlton has taken a quick axe to its list after failing to win a final and an injury-prone star has felt the cut.
Ex-Falcon’s dream start on AFLW debut as ‘big off-season’ pays off
Ex-Geelong Falcon Chloe Adams’ AFLW debut at Essendon couldn’t have started any better. Now, she’s intent to keep improving – with the help of a player she long modelled her game on.
Handle with care: The Package in trade limbo
He’s the biggest rollercoaster in footy, and Essendon is looking to ditch the ups and downs of the last two decades. JAY CLARK has the latest on if Jake Stringer and the Bombers part ways.
Tippa’s Imperial’s climb from wooden spoon to grand final
Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti didn’t win a final while he was at Essendon but he’s already achieved the feat elsewhere, helping his club to the Sunraysia grand final.
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