North Melbourne

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 23: Darren Crocker, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos lines up with his players for the prematch ceremony and national anthem during the 2024 AFLW First Preliminary Final match between the North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos and the Port Adelaide Power at IKON Park on November 23, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Fingerprints’: Humble coach wins top gong

Coaches have had their say on who the best performing AFLW boss was this season – in an early grand final week victory for one mentor.

AFL

The Longmire legacy: Deep Grand Final pain which defines ‘Horse’

Grand Final pain punctuated John Longmire’s long career in the VFL/AFL. GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH recap his time as a Roo and Swans coach.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 20: The number 27 pick, Matt Whitlock is presented his North Melbourne Kangaroos jumper by Andrew Swallow during the 2024 Telstra AFL Draft at Marvel Stadium on November 20, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL

‘Got to back ourselves’: Roos explain Whitlock trade gamble

Eyebrows were raised — and fans in raptures — when North Melbourne sacrificed its future first-round pick in a bold draft move. But, the club says it got a better deal than it expected.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 08: Colby Mckercher of Tasmania in action during the round three Coates Talent League Boys match between Bendigo Pioneers and Tasmania Devils at Arden Street Ground on April 08, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Jonathan DiMaggio/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

AFL

Rising Roo makes early Devils call, flags midfield move

Colby McKercher has revealed his plans ahead of massive Tasmanian interest and hints at a new role in the midfield as the Roos look to bounce up the ladder in 2025.

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Hawthorn dominated the Roos to book its finals berth.

Records tumble as Hawks lock in finals berth

Hawthorn has capped off a stunning turnaround, booking its place in September after brushing aside the Kangaroos.

AFL

Alastair Clarkson and Sam Mitchell press conference announcing that Clarkson will step aside of the end of the 2021 season making way for Mitchell to take over. 29/07/2021. . Pic: Michael Klein

AFL scrambles to save round 24 game amid strike threat

The Hawks have it all to play for when they take on the Kangaroos in Launceston, and possible industrial action has forced the AFL to make a major change to the clash.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 18: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos (L) looks on along side Todd Viney, assistant coach of the Kangaroos during the round 23 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium, on August 18, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Clarkson responds after interview criticism

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson had a wry take on the Kangaroos’ bold play for the son of their football boss.

AFLW

‘Hard to believe’: Roos’ scary revelation

Rivals expect the AFLW runners-up to repeat their 2023 exploits this season, and the Kangaroos captain thinks she knows why.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUG 18: Luke Beveridge, Senior Coach of the Bulldogs addresses his players during the 2024 AFL Round 23 match between the Western Bulldogs and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium on August 18, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

How Bevo plans to avoid repeat of 2023 finals disaster

Last year, the Western Bulldogs had a finals spot in the bag and blew it. Here’s what Luke Beveridge is telling his troops to avoid the same thing happening with season 2024 on the line next weekend.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 18: Sam Darcy of the Bulldogs celebrates kicking a goal during the round 23 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium, on August 18, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

AFL giant makes history, wins on his own

The Western Bulldogs have one foot in the AFL Finals after Sam Darcy responded to criticism in the perfect way.

AFL

MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. March 3, 2024. AFL. Community Cup series. St Kilda vs North Melbourne at RSEA Park, Moorabbin. Rowan Marshall of the Saints and Tristan Xerri of the Kangaroos battle in the ruck . Pic: Michael Klein

How failed trade made an All-Australian ruck contender

Tristan Xerri could have been the back-up ruckman to Rowan Marshall this year. Instead, he has stepped out of Todd Goldstein’s shadow to emerge as an All-Australian contender. JOSH BARNES finds out how.

AFL

Alastair Clarkson and North Melbourne on search for veterans

Clarko reveals North’s pursuit of Viney, Wines on trade hit list

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has openly revealed his club is chasing Demon Jack Viney and named four other veterans he would love to bring to the Kangaroos.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 19: Tarryn Thomas of the Kangaroos marks the ball during the 2023 AFL Round 23 match between the Richmond Tigers and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 19, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Victorian club meets with Tarryn Thomas over possible AFL lifeline

After being sacked by North Melbourne and handed an 18-game ban by the AFL, Tarryn Thomas could be set for an AFL lifeline, after meeting with a Victorian club’s list guru on Tuesday.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - July 23 , 2023. AFL . Tarryn Thomas of the Kangaroos celebrates a 2nd quarter goal during the round 19 match between St Kilda and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium on July 23, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Michael Klein.

Thomas splits with manager as Saints fans fume over pursuit

Tarryn Thomas’ meeting with St Kilda’s Graeme Allan has sparked an uproar online from Saints fans, expressing their disapproval at any links to the former Kangaroo.

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