Thousands rally to denounce $715m Hobart AFL stadium
The under-fire Tasmanian premier has been told to stick plans for a AFL stadium up his rear end as thousands voiced opposition to the controversial project.
Australian rules football
Fans turn away in droves as Eagles crash and burn
West Coast's injury crisis has hit a new low, with Jack Darling and Jamaine Jones the latest players added to the growing list.
Darling injured as Suns crush Eagles in Friday fizzer
Gold Coast have piled on eight goals to one in the second quarter to post a 70-point win over West Coast at Optus Stadium.
Richmond fire to end Geelong’s AFL winning streak
Richmond have posted consecutive victories for the first time this season, upsetting reigning premiers Geelong by 24 points at the MCG.
Port forward Rioli suspended for two weeks by tribunal
Port Adelaide forward Junior Rioli will miss two matches after being suspended for a strike that concussed Essendon defender Jordan Ridley.
Hawthorn racism investigation hits documents impasse
The panel investigating allegations of historic racism at Hawthorn has issued a statement, revealing an impasse over a request for documents.
Show Geelong’s Stewart respect: Tigers coach Hardwick
Tigers fans have been urged to respect Geelong's Tom Stewart, with Richmond coach Damien Hardwick saying the club has moved on from an ugly incident last year.
Bombers’ Ridley recovering well after Junior Rioli hit
Essendon feared Jordan Ridley would miss multiple matches because of concussion but the defender is recovering well after he was struck by Junior Rioli.
Clarkson unloads on Hawthorn, panel over racism saga
Alastair Clarkson has launched an extraordinary tirade against his former club Hawthorn, describing their handling of the racism saga as "shameful".
Response to Buddy booing proves we’re growing: Longmire
Sydney coach John Longmire has been heartened by the AFL community's response to last weekend's booing of Lance Franklin.
Eagles coach Simpson backs Jack Darling to the hilt
West Coast forward Jack Darling has endured a forgettable season, but coach Adam Simpson is backing the premiership forward to get out of his slump.
Parish joins Bombers’ casualty list for Lions AFL clash
A calf injury to Darcy Parish has added to Essendon's woes while ex-cricketer James O'Donnell will debut just 35 days after signing with the Western Bulldogs.
Controversial van Rooyen AFL ban thrown out on appeal
Melbourne's Jacob van Rooyen is free to play this weekend after the AFL Appeals Board overturned a two-game ban he'd copped for striking.
Eagles on guard for Suns grass-muncher Rowell
West Coast will be on alert for star Suns midfielders Matt Rowell and Noah Anderson when the teams meet in round nine at Optus Stadium.
Cats to carefully manage Patrick Dangerfield’s return
Geelong will carefully manage captain Patrick Dangerfield's return from a hamstring injury, planning to hold him back from playing even when he is ready.
Lions coach Fagan feels ‘slandered’ by racism saga
A day after Alastair Clarkson unloaded on the AFL's racism investigation at Hawthorn, Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan says he feels "slandered" by the process.
Carlton coach dismisses ‘obsessive’ finals expectations
Carlton coach Michael Voss says talk about the Blues' finals chances is not worth having in round eight as they prepare to take on a cautious Western Bulldogs.
Suns crunch hapless Eagles in Friday night fizzer
Gold Coast have piled on eight goals to one in the second quarter to post a 70-point win over West Coast at Optus Stadium.
Fagan’s Lions wary of under-strength Essendon
Essendon head to the Gabba missing a stack of injured talent but Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says the Lions have learnt to be beware of a depleted opponent.
Ex-Bulldog Dunkley offers blueprint to contain Cripps
Josh Dunkley may have offered his former teammates at the Western Bulldogs the perfect blueprint for shutting down Carlton's Patrick Cripps.
Demons to appeal Jacob van Rooyen striking ban
Melbourne believe Jacob van Rooyen's two-match striking ban for a spoil challenges the fabric of the game and will contest it at the AFL appeals board.
Former AFL boss Demetriou backs Northern Territory club
Former AFL boss Andrew Demetriou is a "big fan" of the Northern Territory's bid to become the competition's 20th club.
Nixon accused of kneeing cop while in court for assault
Police are investigating after ex-AFL player agent Ricky Nixon allegedly kneed a cop in court while appearing over claims he threw a mail package at a man.
AFL, Warner Bros. to reach solution about Devils name
Tasmania's new AFL team will likely be called the Devils after Warner Bros. reached out to the league to find a "happy solution" over the commercial copyright.
Magpies ‘classy’ club for Franklin apology: Swans’ Cox
Sydney assistant coach Dean Cox has congratulated Collingwood for swiftly reacting to the bizarre booing of Swans champion Lance Franklin.
Dees consider appealing AFL Tribunal ban on van Rooyen
AFL Tribunal chairman Jeff Gleeson says Jacob van Rooyen should have foreseen his spoiling attempt would have resulted in a forceful blow to his opponent.
Port condemns racist abuse of Junior Rioli
Port Adelaide's Junior Rioli is the latest Indigenous player to be targeted by online racial abuse in an incident condemned by his AFL club.
Support for Dees’ van Rooyen in AFL tribunal challenge
Melbourne forward Jacob van Rooyen has support from rival clubs as he prepares to challenge a two-match striking ban at the AFL tribunal.
Broad has sympathy for AFL rivals over tackle bans
Richmond's Nathan Broad received a four-match AFL ban over a dangerous tackle but feels sorry for players who are suspended in unlucky circumstances.
Rioli sent to AFL tribunal, faces hefty striking ban
Port Adelaide forward Junior Rioli has been sent directly to the AFL tribunal, where three other players will challenge bans handed out in round eight.
Missing finals wouldn’t make Blues a failure: Cerra
Expectations are high at inconsistent Carlton but midfielder Adam Cerra is adamant the Blues don't need to play finals to give their AFL season a pass mark.