Top pick Duursma endures ‘pretty brutal’ AFL pre-season
West Coast second No.1 draft pick in three years, Willem Duursma, has endured a "pretty brutal" first pre-season in the AFL after moving to Perth.
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Demons defender May misses AFL pre-season training
Melbourne premiership defender Steven May, a restricted free agent at the end of this season, was a notable absentee from training.
‘Here to help’: Simon Goodwin on Swans role, AFL future
Former Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has opened up about his AFL future, why he is all in on igniting Sydney's rise, and the true impact of a new club and city.
‘Super damaging’: Adelaide’s high hopes for young star
Adelaide defender Max Michalanney says his teammate Josh Rachele is primed to make a massive impact as a midfielder in the looming AFL season.
New headgear to be tested in world-first study
A world-first concussion and head impact study will assess the efficacy of a specially designed headgear during elite and community AFL and rugby games.
Foot injury sidelines new Lion for AFL season start
The Brisbane Lions have lost one of their star recruits to a stress fracture that will mean he misses the early rounds of their AFL title defence.
‘Trying to go home’: Swans give update on veteran Adams
Sydney coach Dean Cox has provided an update on midfielder Taylor Adams after the AFL veteran was knocked unconscious in a Saturday-night incident.
‘I can’t give what is needed’: Port’s AFLW coach quits
Port Adelaide's AFLW coach has quit, with Lauren Arnell stepping down to spend more time with her family.
‘A special person’: the new Crow making instant impact
Adelaide defender Mitch Hinge says a decorated new recruit has made an instant impact at an AFL club seeking to rebound from a straight-sets finals exit.
‘It’s no surprise’: West Coast appoint co-captains
West Coast have appointed a second-year player at the club as co-captain, while a recruit yet to play a game for the Eagles is in their new leadership group.
‘A lot of grey area’: Pies gun relives contentious call
Star forward Jamie Elliott, who was controversially denied a free-kick in last year's preliminary final, believes Collingwood are capable of anything in 2026.
Lions star Neale flying despite off-field issues
A public marriage breakdown has not halted Lachie Neale's pre-season preparation, with Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan praising the dual Brownlow medallist.
AFL players ask for fight charges to be withdrawn
Two veteran AFL players have asked police to withdraw criminal charges against them, claiming they were not present during a fight at a coastal town.
No pressure from Collingwood on sidelined Hill’s return
Norm Smith medallist Bobby Hill continues to remain away from Collingwood, but superstar Nick Daicos wants him to take as much time as he needs.
AFL player released from hospital after alleged assault
Sydney Swans midfielder Taylor Adams was allegedly punched in the face following an argument with two men, NSW Police say.
Dockers recruit ‘brings the noise’ to ruck battle
Former Collingwood premiership player Mason Cox is hard to miss at his new AFL home, already vying with Sean Darcy to become Fremantle's top ruckman.
Lions coach unsure where Neale’s long-term future lies
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan won't stand in the way of Lachie Neale if the former co-captain chooses to depart at season's end.
The forgotten Lion coach backs to shine
Brisbane are chasing a three-peat and coach Chris Fagan believes Keidean Coleman and other players who missed out on flags through injury can be pivotal.
Magpie star granted leave of absence from AFL club
Collingwood have granted livewire forward Bobby Hill a leave of absence from the AFL club to work through personal issues.
‘I let my family down’: Neale’s Lions future clouded
Dual Brisbane premiership star Lachie Neale's AFL future beyond 2026 remains unclear amid a public marriage breakdown leading to him quitting as Lions captain.
New deal to put Cats boss among AFL coaching greats
Two-time AFL premiership coach Chris Scott has signed a three-year contract extension with Geelong, tying him to the club until the end of 2029.
Starcevich eyes Origin return after grand final knock
West Coast recruit Brandon Starcevich has been named alongside former Brisbane Lions teammate Callum Ah Chee in the WA squad to take on Victoria.
McRae re-signs with Magpies for another two seasons
Craig McRae, one of six current premiership coaches, has committed to Collingwood through to the end of the 2028 season.
‘Callous’ rapist Tom Silvagni jailed for six years
Tom Silvagni, the youngest son of AFL great Stephen and television identity Jo, has been jailed after being convicted of rape.
Bombers announce new captain as CEO calls it quits
Andrew McGrath has been confirmed as Essendon's captaincy replacement for Zach Merrett on the same day Bombers chief executive Craig Vozzo quit his role.
Injury-plagued St Kilda star undergoes more surgery
Star St Kilda forward Max King has had a fourth operation on his problematic knee in 2025, delaying his return to Saints training even further.
‘Always going to happen’: new Blues pumped for rematch
Rather than seethe about their exit from Sydney, new Carlton recruits Will Hayward and Ollie Florent are excited about trying to cause an early 2026 upset.
How Richmond traded up for the No.1 AFLW draft pick
After a horror AFLW season that ended with the sacking of their coach and football boss, Richmond will enter the draft with the prized No.1 pick.
It’s Ben a long time going from Sun rise to Blue heaven
New Carlton forward Ben Ainsworth has opened up on the "challenging" decision to leave Gold Coast with the Suns finally on the cusp of success.
Butters unfazed by future call as new Port era begins
Port Adelaide star Zak Butters has faith in the club's direction under Josh Carr and won't rush into a call on his future.
Tigers snap up power forward with prized top draft pick
West Australian key forward Olivia Wolmarans is the top of the 2025 AFLW draft class after being selected by Richmond with the prized No.1 pick.