Dockers secure Zanker in bumper AFLW trade with Demons
Melbourne's Eden Zanker, one of the AFLW's leading forwards, is headed to Fremantle after a trade was confirmed following weeks of speculation.
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Wannabe impresses at Port in bid for AFL lifeline
Port Adelaide forward Jack Lukosius says a player out of the AFL system for a year is impressing in a bid to win a list spot.
‘Doof doof to strangers’: how young Lion set tone
Darcy Wilmot, who has two premierships and 14 finals appearances in his 83-game career, has extending his Brisbane Lions contract until 2029.
Gold Coast pull off bombshell trade for AFLW superstar
Gold Coast's bold bid to rise up the AFLW ladder has landed Adelaide superstar Anne Hatchard in one of the biggest moves in the competition's history.
‘Work starts now’: Devils ramp up after stadium tick
The Tasmania Devils have declared the real work starts now after a late-night stadium approval vote secured their AFL and AFLW licence.
Spotlight on AFL stadium timeline after ‘historic’ vote
A contentious billion-dollar stadium attached to a state's AFL dream has passed parliament but the next focus is whether the project can be built on time.
Carlton make brutal call on former AFLW captain
Former Carlton captain Kerryn Peterson sat out the 2025 AFLW season after having her first child and the Blues have made a brutal call on the defender.
Star Lions recruits on track to start AFL flag defence
Star recruits Oscar Allen and Sam Draper are on track to be fit for the start of the Brisbane Lions' AFL premiership defence, coach Chris Fagan says.
Struggling Richmond make tough call on AFLW coach
Richmond coach Ryan Ferguson has been sacked, just three months after being re-signed, following a review of the Tigers' AFLW program.
Ex-Hawks captain requests trade to AFLW battlers
Former Hawthorn captain Tilly Lucas-Rodd wants to play for a fourth AFLW club, asking the Hawks for a trade.
Divisive AFL stadium gets the official parliament tick
Tasmania's parliament has voted to approve a new waterfront stadium, which paves the way for the Devils to join the AFL and AFLW competitions in 2028.
‘Massive load’: Cox to benefit from extra Swans support
Dean Cox endured a tough initiation to senior coaching but Sydney star Isaac Heeney believes the Swans boss will benefit from some key appointments in 2026.
‘Injury-riddled’ Worpel happy to be home in Geelong
New Geelong recruit James Worpel believes he would have been good enough to play midfield at Hawthorn, but couldn't resist an offer to join the Cats.
Emotions high as divisive AFL stadium gets green light
A divisive stadium which paves the way for Tasmania's AFL and AFLW teams has secured parliamentary approval, with one MP in tears as she confirmed her support.
Nerves jangling ahead of do or die stadium vote
The future of a contentious stadium and an AFL licence will be decided during a parliamentary debate that could stretch over days.
Ex-AFL agent guilty of selling fake footy memorabilia
After facing AFL premiership players in court, a former player agent has been fined $4500 for selling fraudulent memorabilia from the 2021 grand final.
Bulldogs’ top AFLW draft pick wants to join Kangaroos
North Melbourne's domination of the AFLW is set to be given another boost, with a No.1 draft pick confirming she wants to head to North.
‘A bit disappointing’: new Crow on Lions trade impasse
Callum Ah Chee says being forced into the pre-season draft to move from Brisbane to Adelaide wasn't ideal after a trade stalemate between the AFL clubs.
New Cat Buckley still dreams of top AFL coaching job
The dream of being an AFL head coach again still burns for former Collingwood mentor Nathan Buckley, and drove his call to accept an assistant role at Geelong.
Lions keep focus narrow as AFL pre-season starts
Brisbane captain Harris Andrews said the last thing on his mind as he started pre-season training on Monday was the motivation of trying for a three-peat.
Pro-stadium rally outpoints opposition ahead of vote
Fans and opponents of a new AFL stadium have held rallies on the same piece of turf ahead of a vote in parliament that will determine whether it goes ahead.
‘Enjoy the journey’: philosophy key to Kangas’ success
One of North Melbourne coach Darren Crocker's simple instructions to his players was crucial to keeping them grounded during a record-breaking AFLW season.
North flag star Sheerin reveals Neale inspiration
Eilish Sheerin turned to hyperbaric oxygen therapy as part of her rehabilitation from a hamstring injury before starring in North Melbourne's AFLW premiership.
‘Painful viewing’: crucial errors to haunt Lions
Twin 50-metre penalties against Shannon Campbell were among the key errors that cost Brisbane dearly in their AFLW grand final loss to North Melbourne.
Kangas find grandest way to complete perfect AFLW year
North Melbourne have become the first team to win back-to-back AFLW premierships, completing a perfect season with victory over Brisbane in the grand final.
History beckons as Kangaroos keep their eyes on prize
Only the Brisbane Lions stand in the way of North Melbourne becoming the first team to win back-to-back AFLW premierships.
‘It was a shock’: Cox opens up on Magpies exit
New Fremantle recruit Mason Cox is excited about his upcoming chapter at the Dockers, but he hasn't quite gotten closure on his exit from Collingwood.
AFLW have-nots receive league boost on grand final eve
Three of the AFLW's worst-performing clubs will receive boosts to their lists, with the help announced the day before the grand final.
‘Really difficult’: Crocker opens up on selection call
Just because Mia King was at long odds to force an AFLW grand final recall doesn't mean it was an easy decision for North Melbourne coach Darren Crocker.
Title town: Lions tap into Broncos’ success in flag bid
The Brisbane Lions have a secret weapon in their bid to confirm the Queensland capital as football's "title town" with victory in the AFLW grand final.
Kangaroos hold hope for future AFLW grand final shift
Ikon Park will host this year's AFLW grand final but North Melbourne's captain and coach would love to see Marvel Stadium packed out for future season deciders.