AFL rules out neutral doctors after Cameron concussion
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says there's no need for independent doctors to be deployed at all games in the wake of Jeremy Cameron's concussion.
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AFL to push for more Indigenous reps in officialdom
AFL chief Andrew Dillon says he's pushing for more Indigenous representation in official roles amid a slight drop in First Nations players at the elite level.
No rush to decide on further expansion: AFL boss
The AFL is in no hurry to make a decision on further expansion after Tasmania join the competition in 2028, chief executive Andrew Dillon says.
Giants rolling up sleeves after Bombers reality check
Condemned to a second-straight loss by Essendon, GWS captain Toby Greene admits his side aren't the finished product ready to claim a premiership just yet.
Adelaide’s Rankine hits career-high after midfield move
Adelaide's dynamic Izak Rankine says increasing midfield time has led to a patch of AFL form he describes as career-best.
Adelaide and Brisbane finish level in AFL thriller
Adelaide and Brisbane have fought out a tense draw in their Adelaide Oval fixture but but coaches aren't advocating for extra-time to decide games.
Daicos dazzles amid injury carnage as Pies belt Eagles
Collingwood star Nick Daicos has racked up a game-high 36 disposals in a starring role for the reigning premiers in their comprehensive win over West Coast.
Suns clobber Kangaroos to ninth straight AFL loss
Gold Coast have battered North Melbourne 17.18 (120) to 7.10 (52) in Darwin to condemn the Kangaroos to a ninth successive AFL defeat.
Orange Tsunami lacking punch as Giants lose again
After winning their first five games of the season, GWS suddenly are out of form and coach Adam Kingsley will welcome their return home.
Bombers shine after slow start to stun Giants
Essendon have posted their best win of the season, recovering from a slow start to beat GWS by 20 points at Marvel Stadium.
Crows coach wants to stay in ‘sweet spot’ against Lions
Coach Matthew Nicks says the Crows have found their groove ahead of hosting an injury-hit Brisbane at Adelaide Oval.
Cats lose Cameron for Darwin AFL clash with Suns
Jeremy Cameron has delayed concussion and will miss the AFL match against Gold Coast in Darwin, leaving Geelong having to re-think plans to rest Tom Hawkins.
Power hold off Cats fightback in AFL thriller
Port Adelaide led by 49 points during the second quarter at GMHBA Stadium but had to hold off fast-finishing Geelong to clinch a nerve-shredding six-point win.
Eagles eyeing Flyin’ Ryan return as confidence rebuilds
West Coast coach Adam Simpson says Liam Ryan is still in the process of regaining confidence in his body following two rounds of hamstring surgery.
Suns focused on Roos clash after Powell homophobia ban
Gold Coast defender Ben Long is confident his team will be able to condemn North Melbourne to their ninth straight AFL loss amid controversy around Wil Powell.
Gawn ’embarrassed’ to be an AFL player amid homophobia
There have been three reported incidents of homophobic slurs in the AFL this season and Melbourne captain Max Gawn says it makes him embarrassed to be a player.
Lions coach perplexed at spate of serious knee injuries
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan believes a series of knee injuries at his AFL club is just a case of incredibly bad luck.
Ex-AFL player Cam McCarthy found dead, aged 29
Former Greater Western Sydney and Fremantle forward Cam McCarthy has died in Perth at the age of 29.
Back injury forces Magpie Elliott out of Eagles clash
Forward Jamie Elliott has been ruled out of Collingwood's AFL clash with West Coast through a back injury, with Jeremy Howe to swing forward.
Voss hopeful Carlton gun’s latest setback only minor
Unlucky midfielder Adam Cerra's latest hamstring injury was a sour note to Carlton's thrilling one-point win over Melbourne at the MCG.
Darcy out for Dockers, Hardwick swings the axe at Suns
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has made six changes for the Suns' clash with North Melbourne following last week's 34-point loss to the Brisbane Lions.
Northern Territory steps up push for AFL licence
An AFL club could be ready playing at a new Darwin stadium in seven to 10 years, according to a strategic business case.
Suns defender Powell banned for homophobic slur
The AFL has suspended Gold Coast defender Wil Powell for five games for directing a "highly offensive" homophobic slur towards a Brisbane Lions opponent.
Beveridge not feeling pressure at under-fire Bulldogs
Coach Luke Beveridge insists he's feeling love, not pressure, at the Western Bulldogs, while Richmond counterpart Adem Yze has expressed his support.
Blues coach backs star forward ahead of Demons clash
Carlton gun Charlie Curnow has come under some scrutiny but coach Michael Voss says he's been nothing but impressed with the key forward.
Blues raring to face close-game specialists Melbourne
Melbourne and Carlton have played out some tight games recently and are prepared for their latest AFL clash at the MCG to come down to the wire.
My pleas for Amiss protection not a whinge: Longmuir
Jye Amiss is still being illegally manhandled by his opponents despite Fremantle airing its concerns to the AFL, according to coach Justin Longmuir.
Season over for Lions duo as Richmond guns eye return
Brisbane's Lincoln McCarthy and Darcy Gardiner require knee reconstructions while Richmond's Dion Prestia and Noah Balta are chances to return from layoffs.
McCluggage poised for long-term contract at Brisbane
Hugh McCluggage says he's in talks with Brisbane about a long-term deal as restricted free agency status looms.
Longmire remains a ‘maybe’ on AFL send-off rule
Sydney coach John Longmire says Callum Brown's bump on Sydney defender Tom McCartin, resulting in a three-game suspension, appears to have been an accident.
Hawkins unfazed by form as Cats games record looms
Tom Hawkins will draw level with Joel Selwood for the most games for Geelong but the milestone comes amid a form slump.