Bomber Dyson Heppell struck down by foot injury
Former Essendon skipper Dyson Heppell has suffered a low-grade foot sprain and is in doubt for the round-one AFL clash with Hawthorn.
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Thomas warned on behaviour as he returns to Kangaroos
While North Melbourne are pleased with Tarryn Thomas' progress in changing his off-field behaviour, he's been warned that must continue.
Cats dealt blow with Jack Henry to undergo foot surgery
Geelong defender-turned-forward Jack Henry will undergo surgery after injuring his foot in a practice match against Hawthorn.
Alastair Clarkson defends temper after latest clash
While North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson apologised for his latest run-in, he says he was defending the club's players and staff.
Docker Luke Jackson ruled out with head knock
Fremantle big man Luke Jackson isn't in doubt for round one but will sit out this week's practice match against Port Adelaide after suffering a head knock.
Dangerfield looks to the future as Geelong captain
New Geelong leadership duo Patrick Dangerfield and Tom Stewart are both genuine locals at the AFL's only regional club.
Concussed AFL players launch class action
Thousands of AFL players could be eligible for up to $2 million each in concussion compensation as part of a landmark class action to be filed in Victoria.
Cripps sore as Blues, Tigers win opening hit-outs
Carlton are confident that Brownlow Medallist Patrick Cripps did not suffer any serious damage after he limped off late in their hit-out against Collingwood.
Brisbane beat Sydney as recruits Dunkley, Gunston star
Recruits Josh Dunkley and Jack Gunston have caught the eye in Brisbane's win over Sydney in an AFL practice match.
Boak gets Port Adelaide all-clear after injury scare
Travis Boak is expected to be fit for the start of Port Adelaide's AFL campaign after scans showed no serious injury following a heavy practice-match collision.
Kangaroos clear Tarryn Thomas for return to training
North Melbourne utility Tarryn Thomas will return to training, four weeks after he took time away from the AFL club.
Self-styled Suns defender reveals post-footy dream job
Gold Coast defender Sam Collins is proud of his unique AFL journey and confident the side can cut it with the best as they seek a maiden finals appearance.
Gunston licking lips at Lions’ forward line potential
Jack Gunston says he's walked into an AFL team ready to win a premiership and has high hopes for a forward line he thinks matches any in the league.
Jack Henry hurt as Cats belt Hawks to open pre-season
New recruit Ollie Henry impressed for Geelong in their easy win over Hawthorn, but brother Jack has given the Cats a scare with another foot problem.
Clarkson apologises for confrontation with reporter
New North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has apologised after he had a confrontation with a female reporter at the club.
AFL pledges $360m for Tasmania, stadium catch remains
AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan has pledged $360 million towards a Tasmanian team, noting approval for a 19th licence is contingent on securing funding for a stadium.
Merrett’s lessons from season out of leadership group
Losing his place in the leadership group three years ago meant some invaluable lessons for new Essendon captain Zach Merrett.
Bombers star Stringer hamstrung for AFL pre-season
Essendon star Jake Stringer looks unlikely to play in their pre-season hit-outs after he suffered hamstring tightness and was put on a modified program.
Dew keeps head as Suns set sights on new AFL ground
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew says they've built a squad that can win finals and premierships, not simply make the AFL's top eight for the first time.
Ben King embraces expectations after year on AFL outer
Ben King won't take it easy in his AFL return after a knee reconstruction kept him off the park for the improved Suns, who he says are capable of anything.
Victim confronts AFL superfan over ‘toxic’ sex abuse
A man who was sexually abused by Collingwood superfan Jeffrey 'Joffa' Corfe has described the trauma he suffered after keeping the abuse a secret for 15 years.
Magpie Ginnivan won’t be shamed for drugs ban: captain
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore says forward Jack Ginnivan won't be shamed by his teammates after being banned for illicit drugs.
Tigers back Grimes, Nankervis as AFL skippers
Richmond have reappointed Dylan Grimes and Toby Nankervis as co-captains after the pair impressed last year in their first season in the leadership roles.
Defender James Sicily takes over Hawthorn captaincy
Key Hawthorn defender James Sicily will lead the side into 2023 with the help of vice-captains Luke Breust and Dylan Moore.
Suns mid Flanders steps out of AFL draft shadows
Sam Flanders was the other first-round draft pick taken by the Suns in 2019 and is now set to show his worth after forcing his way into their midfield rotation.
Collingwood AFL star Jack Ginnivan banned over drug use
Jack Ginnivan has been banned from playing in the first two rounds of the 2023 AFL season after the 20-year-old Collingwood star confessed to illicit drug use.
Collingwood deny drugs issue after Ginnivan ban
Collingwood football boss Graham Wright doesn't believe the club has a major drugs problem after forward Jack Ginnivan was caught with an illicit substance.
Outgoing Lions skipper names three captaincy candidates
Dayne Zorko believes Harris Andrews, Lachie Neale and Hugh McCluggage are capable of taking over as Brisbane Lions captain this year.
Toby Greene given nod as Giants’ sole skipper
AFL bad boy Toby Greene has been appointed sole captain of GWS ahead of the 2023 season, with Stephen Coniglio and Josh Kelly named as his deputies.
Two more women accuse footy great of child sexual abuse
Two more women have told a trial that Australian rules football legend Barry Cable sexually abused them when they were children.
AFL players rake in record salaries
The average AFL player salary has risen above $400,000 for the first time, with a dozen players paid more than $1 million in 2022.