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.
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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.
‘Tough, resilient’ Lions enjoy grand final underdog tag
The Brisbane Lions enter their seventh AFLW grand final in 10 seasons as the underdogs against a rampaging North Melbourne side on a 26-game winning streak.
Irish influence prompts talk of AFLW international game
Ireland had a record five players in this season's AFLW All-Australian team, and there's growing enthusiasm for a representative game against Australia.
Kangas play safe with AFLW grand final selection call
North Melbourne have made a huge call on midfielder Mia King, who overcame a knee injury to put herself in the mix for AFLW grand final selection.
Why big-moments Lion could break open grand final
Key forward Dakota Davidson will be crucial to Brisbane's hopes of beating North Melbourne in the AFLW grand final and her teammates are backing her to deliver.
Kangaroos knew they had a star after hearty Irish meal
After not being able to get a game in her first AFLW season, Irishwoman Blaithin Bogue has become a genuine star for powerhouse North Melbourne.
‘No one’s safe’: big-hearted Lion on the hunt
Courtney Hodder, once on track to become a rugby union star, is a proven big-game performer for the Brisbane Lions.
AFLW grand final history beckons for North’s Birch
If North Melbourne cap their perfect season by beating Brisbane on Saturday night, Libby Birch will become the AFLW's first four-time premiership player.
Cats recruit reunites with Bucks, eyes Smith link
Geelong draftee Hunter Holmes has detailed his "full-circle" moment with Nathan Buckley and is eager to link up with Cats superstar Bailey Smith.
‘Not the right person’: Merrett gives up AFL captaincy
Essendon will announce a new captain after Zach Merrett stood down from the role in the aftermath of his dramatic failed move to Hawthorn.
AFLW great Kearney yet to make call on playing future
North Melbourne veteran Emma Kearney has said playing in a third premiership this Saturday could "potentially'" affect her call on continuing next season.
Massive grand final selection call looms at North
Mia King shapes as the burning selection question as North Melbourne hunt an AFLW flag, with Emma Kearney noting "heartbreak" is inevitable in grand final week.
‘Often imperfect’: North prepare for AFLW grand final
AFLW best-and-fairest winner Ash Riddell says North Melbourne's narrow preliminary final win over Melbourne was a good reminder about the Kangaroos' strengths.
‘Selfish’ Lions shelve title talk in three-peat chase
They've won the past two AFL premierships and Brisbane star Hugh McCluggage is in no mood for sharing as they aim to repeat club history.
Eagles draftee Lindsay wants to carry on Selwood legacy
First-round draft pick Josh Lindsay wants to carry on the legacy of the late Troy Selwood after the former Lion helped him realise his AFL dream.
Lions ready to handle North’s superstar double act
Brisbane's midfielders are ready to take it up to North Melbourne superstars Ash Riddell and Jasmine Garner in the AFLW grand final.
Garner gets one back on teammate as AFLW players’ best
North Melbourne captain Jasmine Garner has won her third AFLW MVP, pipping Kangaroos teammate Ash Riddell for the record-breaking honour.
Kangaroos star Ash Riddell wins AFLW best-and-fairest
North Melbourne's Ash Riddell has earned reward for a record-breaking season by winning the AFLW best-and-fairest award.
Dees join new coach hunt as Stinear steps down
Mick Stinear has left his post as Melbourne AFLW coach after 10 seasons in charge, having led the Demons to the 2023 premiership.