It creates hysteria: Demons to challenge May’s AFL ban
Melbourne will argue that Steven May's sole focus was to win the ball when they attempt to overturn his three-match ban at the AFL Appeals board next week.
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Fast-track laws for AFL stadium appear punted
Talks to form the next government in Tasmania are ongoing after a snap election that has seemingly put plans to fast-track a stadium to bed.
What Dogs coach thinks about club great’s gala absence
Western Bulldogs great Chris Grant's was a no-show at the club's gala celebrations this week, and his absence didn't go unnoticed.
Suns swing changes for huge Lions test
Sam Collins and Lachie Weller are back from injuries as Gold Coast resume their chase for a maiden AFL finals appearance in the clash with Brisbane.
Hawks on Blues cruise to deny Docherty fairytale finish
Sam Docherty has signed off with a goal and bowed to the crowd, but finals-bound Hawthorn proved far too strong in the Carlton stalwart's farewell appearance.
Blues star Curnow responds to AFL trade rumours
Carlton forward Charlie Curnow has opened up on his plans for the future after being linked with trade moves to Gold Coast, Sydney and Geelong in recent days.
Hawks up for fight as tough finals race looms
Hawthorn face each of the three sides above them on the ladder in a difficult run to the AFL finals and will have earned their spot if they qualify.
Bulldogs aim to regain defensive mojo in run to finals
The Bulldogs were the best defensive team during the 2024 home-and-away season, and they'll need to rediscover that form if they are to gatecrash the finals.
AFL players will adapt to May’s appeal verdict: Goodwin
Melbourne defender Steven May's hearing at the AFL Appeals Board will shape how players approach to future contests, Demons coach Simon Goodwin says.
Focus turns to big Bomber after Crows re-sign ruck star
Essendon face a huge fight to retain star ruckman Sam Draper despite Adelaide re-signing Reilly O'Brien for the next three seasons.
Same old Suns? Fagan dismisses Lions’ QClash dominance
The Brisbane Lions can add to their QClash dominance, and likely knock Gold Coast out of a competitive AFL top eight, with victory at Carrara.
Lyon wants ‘pure’ first round in AFL draft overhaul
St Kilda have renewed calls on the AFL to dial back benefits to clubs with father-son and academy talent lined up in the first round of the national draft.
Eagles back $20-million man Reid to handle the hype
Harley Reid's next deal could be worth in the vicinity of $24 million, with his manager currently in Perth to talk to West Coast about the 20-year-old's future.
We won’t tolerate it: AFL fine foul-mouthed Lions star
The AFL have reminded players there is no tolerance for abusive or insulting conduct towards officials in the wake of an incident involving Dayne Zorko.
Dogs twin towers bully Essendon for second time in 2025
After destroying Essendon earlier in the season, the Western Bulldogs have made it a 2025 double by crushing the hapless Bombers by 93 points at Marvel Stadium.
Season over for Swans after sensational Giants comeback
GWS have slammed through eight-straight goals in a third-quarter blitz to secure their first derby win in six matches and end Sydney's finals bid.
‘A good bit of fun’: Giants cheeky after derby clash
GWS captain Toby Greene says a withering half-time spray by Adam Kingsley was deserved, while labelling his jibe at Sydney opponent Tom Papley as a bit of fun.
Swans won’t give up despite “impossible” finals dream
Sydney coach Dean Cox knows a finals berth is mathematically impossible after a crushing derby defeat to GWS, but he won't let his side throw in the towel.
Moore wary of rival tactic as Magpies reset flag push
Fremantle forward Patrick Voss may have opened rivals' eyes to a way of exposing Collingwood skipper Darcy Moore in a dangerous part of the ground.
Suns ponder ‘what may be’ after historic QClash win
A dominant QClash victory has handed Gold Coast a record 12th win this season and invited the Suns to think big ahead of a likely maiden AFL finals campaign.
Reaction key after Lions’ rare QClash fizzer
Bullied by little brothers Gold Coast, Brisbane will need to bounce back fast when they head to the MCG to face Collingwood.
Cats’ Cameron stars with career-best bag to roast Roos
Geelong star Jeremy Cameron has demolished North Melbourne with a career-best 11 goals as the Cats romped to a 101-point win.
‘Couldn’t hit the side of a barn’: Dockers miss chances
Fremantle are one of the hottest teams in the league right now, but will their low percentage cost them dearly at the end of the season?
Finals beckon, but Suns keep their Witts about them
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick wants the AFL world to know the value of his underrated, veteran ruckman Jarrod Witts as they enter uncharted territory.
AFL coaches tackle job protection for cannabis users
The AFL's most decorated current coaches have re-entered the political realm to call for lawmakers to protect medicinal cannabis users from losing their jobs.
Brownlow chances in good nick as Pies snap losing run
Nick Daicos almost certainly banked another three Brownlow Medal votes with a starring role as ladder leaders Collingwood fought past a gallant Richmond.
Saints storm home in crazy finish against Demons
St Kilda star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has inspired the Saints to the biggest three-quarter-time comeback in VFL/AFL history, stunning Melbourne.
Giants’ double injury blow as AFL finals race heats up
GWS pair Josh Kelly and James Buckley face multiple weeks out and will miss the clash with the Western Bulldogs, along with suspended star Toby Greene.
‘Domestique’ embraces grunt work in Suns’ tour de force
Cycling fan Alex Davies has likened himself to a domestique at the Tour de France but the midfielder insists he can be a yellow jersey contender, too.
Demons star learns fate over appeals board hearing
The AFL appeals board has rejected Melbourne's attempt to overturn Steven May's three-match rough conduct ban, with the key defender to miss two more games.
Season over for injured Reid, Crows defender sidelined
West Coast young guns Harley Reid and Bo Allan have suffered season-ending ankle injuries, while high-flying Adelaide have lost defender Max Michalanney.